Page 1 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4.U Part 1 OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS— Chapter 1- 1 Overview of instruments and controls " Instrument panel overview " Instrument cluster overview " Indicator symbols on the instrument panel WWW.MANUALS.WS...
Page 2: Instrument Panel Overview
WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4U Instrument panel overview 1. Side vents 2. Instrument cluster 3. Center vents 4. Electric moon roof switch and personal lights 5. Glovebox 6. Power door lock switches 7. Power window switches 8. Parking brake lever 9. Automatic transmission selector lever or manual transmission gear shift lever 10.
Page 3 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4.U 1. Instrument panel light control knob 2. Headlight and turn signal switch 3. Wiper and washer switches 4. Clock 5. Center differential lock button or driving pattern selector button 6. Air conditioning controls 7. Emergency flasher switch 8.
Page 4: Instrument Cluster Overview
WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4U Instrument cluster overview 1. Speedometer 4. Engine coolant temperature gauge 7. Odometer and two trip meters 2. Fuel gauge 5. Tachometer 3. Service reminder indicators and 6. Trip meter reset knob indicator lights WWW.MANUALS.WS...
Page 5: Indicator Symbols On The Instrument Panel
WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4.U Indicator symbols on the instrument panel (type A) (type A) ∗ 1 ∗ 1 Brake system warning light Anti-lock brake system warning light (type B) (type B) ∗ 1 ∗ 1 Open door warning light Seat belt reminder light ∗...
Page 6 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4U Automatic transmission indicator light Overdrive- off indicator light Driving pattern indicator light Center differential lock indicator light ∗ 2 Cruise control indicator light ∗ 1 : For details, see ”Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers” in Chapter 1- 5. ∗...
Page 7: Operation Of Instruments And Controls
If you should lose your keys or if you " Hood glovebox. need additional keys, duplicates can be " made by a Toyota dealer using the key Fuel tank cap To protect things locked in the glovebox number. when you have your vehicle parked, leave "...
Page 8: Side Doors
WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4U Side doors Driver’s side LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH KEY LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH IN- SIDE LOCK KNOB Insert the key into the keyhole and turn Move the lock knob. To lock: Turn the key forward. To lock: Push the knob forward. To unlock: Turn the key backward.
Page 9 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4.U LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH CAUTION POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH Push the switch. Before driving, be sure that the doors To lock: Push the switch on the front side. closed locked, especially To unlock: Push the switch on the rear when small children are in the ve- side.
Page 10: Power Windows
WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4U Power windows CAUTION " Never try jamming any part of your body to make the jam protection function work intentionally. " The jam protection function may work when something gets caught just before the window is fully closed. The windows can be operated with the Automatic operation: Push the switch switch on each side door.
Page 11 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4.U CAUTION Window lock To avoid serious personal injury, you button must do the following. " Always make sure the head, hands and other parts of the body of all occupants are kept completely in- side the vehicle before you close the power windows.
Page 12 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4U Quarter window Back door (hardtop) and (2- door hardtop) tail gate (soft- top) CAUTION " Keep the back door (hardtop) or tail gate (soft- top) closed while driving. This not only keeps the luggage from being thrown out but also pre- vents exhaust gases from entering the vehicle.
Page 13 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4.U Hood To open the hood, do the following. 2. In front of the vehicle, pull up on 3. Hold the hood open by inserting the the auxiliary catch lever and lift the support rod into the slot.
Page 14: Fuel Tank Cap
The indicator lamp goes off after driving neck if the cap is suddenly re- several times. If the indicator lamp does moved. not go off, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. WWW.MANUALS.WS...
Page 15: Electric Moon Roof
The sun shade can be opened or closed " by hand. Use only a genuine Toyota fuel tank cap for replacement. It has a built- Sliding operation— in check valve to reduce fuel tank To open: Push the switch on the ”SLIDE”...
Page 16 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4U Detachable sun roof— —Sun roof precautions —Tilting up and closing CAUTION CAUTION To avoid serious personal injury, you To avoid serious personal injury, you must do the following. must do the following. " " While the vehicle is moving, always While the vehicle is moving, always keep the head, hands and other keep the head, hands and other...
Page 17 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4.U —Removing 1. Pull the handle down while pushing 2. Push in the retaining spring arms as 3. Push back the auxiliary catch to re- in one of the lock buttons. shown and push up the sun roof.
Page 18 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4U —Stowing Install the removed sun roof panel on 1. Remove the holder from the tail gate 2. Set the front edge of the sun roof the tail gate as follows. by turning the bolts counterclock- panel into the holders. wise.
Page 19 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4.U —Installing 3. Place the removed holder over the 4. Secure the holder by turning the 1. Insert the flat hinges of the sun roof sun roof handle. bolts clockwise. panel into the hinge cases on the body. Then slowly lower...
Page 20 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4U Soft- top— —Soft- top precautions " Do not drive the vehicle only with CAUTION the rear window removed because To avoid serious personal injury, you serious injury or death can result. must do the following. The removed rear window may let "...
Page 21 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4.U —Lowering the soft- top NOTICE z Make sure there are no items or packages between the rear seatback and the soft- top storage area when raising or lowering the soft- top. Even small items may interfere with soft- top operation and can cause damage.
Page 22 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4U 3. Unfasten the zippers. 4. Remove the retainers on the bottom 5. Slide down the window along the of the quarter windows from the side groove. groove. NOTICE Do not bend the removed quarter win- dow or hit it on a hard object. It may damage the quarter window.
Page 23: Lowering The Soft- Top
WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4.U REMOVING THE REAR WINDOW 2. Unfasten the zippers and slide down LOWERING THE SOFT- TOP the rear window. 1. Open the tail gate, and remove the Before lowering the soft- top, make sure Velcros on the rear window.
Page 24 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4U 2. Lock the latch handle and hook. 3. Fold soft- top. Make sure 4. Take the latch handle cover out of place the soft- top between the rear the glovebox, put it over the latch seat backs and tail gate. handle and fasten it securely with Velcros.
Page 25: Raising The Soft- Top
WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4.U —Raising the soft- top RAISING THE SOFT- TOP 2. Raise the soft- top. 3. Separate the latch handle and hook while pressing the lock release but- 1. Remove the latch handle cover. ton. CAUTION Store the removed cover in the glove- box.
Page 26 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4U 4. Set the hook, push up the latch han- INSTALLING THE REAR WINDOW 2. Align the retainer on the bottom of dle to securely lock it. the window with the groove. 1. Open the tail gate and engage the zipper approximately 25 mm (1.0 in.).
Page 27 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4.U 3. Fasten zippers securely INSTALLING THE QUARTER WINDOWS 2. Insert the retainer on the side of the align the Velcros to secure the rear window into the groove on the ve- 1. Engage the zipper approximately 25 window.
Page 28 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4U 3. Insert the retainer on the bottom of 4. Fasten the zipper securely and align 5. Align the Velcros from the inside of the window into the groove. the Velcros to secure the quarter the vehicles. windows. CAUTION Make sure the retainers on the side and bottom of the quarter window are...
Page 29: Operation Of Instruments And Controls
WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4.U Seats Part 1 " While the vehicle is being driven, all ve- Anti- glare inside rear view OPERATION OF hicle occupants should have the seatback mirror upright, sit well back in the seat and prop- INSTRUMENTS AND erly wear the seat belts provided.
Page 30: Adjusting Front Seats
WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4U Front seats— —Seat adjustment precautions —Adjusting front seats Adjust the driver’s seat so that the foot " While adjusting the seat, do not put pedals, steering wheel instrument your hands under the seat or near panel controls are within easy reach of the moving parts.
Page 31 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4.U —Moving passenger’s seat for rear seat entry (2- door hardtop and soft- top) 1. SEAT POSITION ADJUSTING LEVER CAUTION Pull the lever up. Then slide the seat to the desired position with slight body " After putting back the seat, pressure and release the lever.
Page 32 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4U Rear seats— —Folding up rear seats —Adjusting seatback angle (2- door hardtop and soft- top) CAUTION " Adjustments should not be made while the vehicle is moving. " To reduce the risk of sliding under belt during collision, avoid reclining the seatback any more than needed.
Page 33 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4.U 2. Unlock the seat cushion. Swing the 3. Lock the raised bottom cushion in When returning the rear seat to its whole seat up and forward. place by attaching the support rod original position, first remove the head onto the hook.
Page 34: Folding Rear Seat
WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4U —Folding up rear seats (4- door hardtop) CAUTION When returning seats to their original position: " Make sure the seat belts are not twisted or caught under the seat and are arranged in their proper position for ready use. "...
Page 35 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4.U 2. Unlock the seat cushion. Swing the 3. Lock the raised bottom cushion in When returning the rear seat to its whole seat up and forward. place by clipping the strap to the original position, first remove the head hook.
Page 36 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4U Flattening seatbacks (2- door hardtop and soft- top) Rear seats: Remove the head restraint. CAUTION Then pull out the strap to unlock the seatback, and push down the seatback. When returning seats to their original Front seats: Remove the head restraint position: and slide the seat to the front- most "...
Page 37 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4.U Flattening seatbacks (4- door hardtop) NOTICE Rear seats: Pull out the strap to unlock Before closing the back door, make the seatback, and push down the seat- sure the rear headrests are removed back. from the flattened seats.
Page 38: Head Restraints
WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4U Seat belts— Head restraints —Seat belt precautions Toyota strongly urges that the driver and CAUTION passengers in the vehicle be properly re- strained at all times with the seat belts " Adjust the center of the head re- provided.
Page 39 Pregnant woman. Toyota recommends the death in the event of sudden braking solution or lukewarm water. Never use of a seat belt. Ask your doctor for or a collision.
Page 40 It also may normally, immediately contact your lock if you lean forward too quickly. A Toyota dealer. Do not use the seat slow, easy motion will allow the belt to until the seat belt is fixed. It cannot extend, and you can move around freely.
Page 41 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4.U CAUTION CAUTION " Always make sure the shoulder belt High- positioned belts Take up slack is positioned across the center of loose- fitting belts both could cause your shoulder. The belt should be serious injuries due to sliding un-...
Page 42 " If the seat belt does not function normally, immediately contact your Toyota dealer. Do not use the seat until the seat belt is fixed. It cannot To release the belt, press the buckle- re- Sit up straight and well back in the...
Page 43 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4.U —Stowing the rear seat belts (4- door hardtop) Too high Adjust to a snug fit Keep as low on hips as possible Remove excess length of the belt and To release the belt, press the buckle- re- The rear seat belts can be stowed when adjust the belt position.
Page 44: Seat Belt Extender
Failure to fol- charge. low these instructions could result in Please contact your local Toyota dealer so less effectiveness of the seat belt re- that the dealer can order the proper re- straint system in case of vehicle acci- quired length for the extender.
Page 45: Front Seatbelt Pretensioners
" If the seat belt does not function normally, immediately contact your Toyota dealer. Do not use the seat The driver and front passenger’s seat This indicator comes on when the igni- until the seat belt is fixed. It cannot belt pretensioners are designed to be tion key is turned to the ”ACC”...
Page 46 Do not perform any of the following may be released. This gas is harmless changes without consulting your and does not indicate that a fire is occur- Toyota dealer. Such changes ring. interfere with proper operation of the seat belt...
Page 47: Srs Driver And Front Passenger Airbags
This front seat belt pretensioner system has a service reminder indicator to inform the driver of operating problems. If either of the following conditions occurs, this indicates a malfunction of the airbags or pretensioners. Contact your Toyota dealer soon possible service vehicle.
Page 48 A driver or front passenger too close to the steering wheel or dashboard during airbag deployment killed seriously injured. Toyota strongly recommends that: " The driver sit as far back as pos- sible from the steering wheel while still maintaining control of the ve- hicle. "...
Page 49 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4.U If the severity of the impact is below the above threshold level, the SRS airbags may not deploy. However, this threshold velocity will be considerably higher if the vehicle strikes Collision from the rear an object, such as a parked vehicle or...
Page 50 When the airbags inflate, they produce a tems. The front seat occupants can restraint system. Toyota strongly fairly loud noise and release some smoke be killed or seriously injured by an recommends that all infants and along with non- toxic gas.
Page 51 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4.U Move seat fully back " " " Never put a rear- facing child re- A forward- facing child restraint sys- Do not sit on the edge of the seat straint system on the front seat be- tem should be allowed to put on...
Page 52 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4U " Do not modify or remove any wir- ing. Do not modify, remove, strike or open any components, such as the steering wheel column cover, front passenger airbag cover, front passenger airbag, airbag sensor as- sembly. Doing any of these may cause sudden SRS airbag inflation or disable the system, which could result in death or serious injury.
Page 53 Modification of the suspension sys- z Modification of the front end struc- This SRS airbag system has a service In the following cases, contact your Toyota ture reminder indicator to inform the driver of dealer as soon as possible: z Attachment of a grille guard (bull operating problems.
Page 54: Child Restraint- -Child Restraint Precautions
WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4U Child restraint— —Child restraint precautions Toyota strongly urges the use of child " " Toyota strongly urges use of Make sure that you have complied restraint systems children small proper child restraint system which with all installation instructions pro- enough to use them.
Page 55: Child Restraint System
WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4.U —Child restraint system A child restraint system for a small When not using the child restraint system, CAUTION child or baby must itself be properly keep it secured with the seat belt or place restrained on the seat with either the it somewhere other than the passenger "...
Page 56: Types Of Child Restraint System
WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4U —Types of child restraint system * Bolt (Part No. 91511- 60830) Child restraint systems are classified into (A) Infant seat the following 3 types depending on the child’s age and size. (A) Infant seat (B) Convertible seat (C) Booster seat Install the child restraint system following the instructions provided by its manufac-...
Page 57 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4.U —Installation with 2- point type seat belt (C) Booster seat (A) INFANT SEAT INSTALLATION CAUTION An infant seat is used in rear- facing position only. Do not put a rear- facing child re- straint system on the rear seat if it interferes with the lock mechanism of the front seats.
Page 58 Contact your Toyota dealer immediately. Do not 1. Run the center lap belt through or 2. While pressing the infant seat firmly use the seat until the seat belt is around the infant seat following the against the seat cushion and seatback, fixed.
Page 59 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4.U 3. To remove the infant seat, press the (B) CONVERTIBLE SEAT INSTALLATION CAUTION buckle- release button. A convertible seat is used in forward- facing and rear- facing position depend- Push and pull the child restraint sys- ing on the child’s age and size. When...
Page 60 Contact your Toyota dealer immediately. Do not 1. Run the center lap belt through or use the seat until the seat belt is CAUTION around the convertible seat following fixed. instructions provided Do not put a rear- facing child re-...
Page 61 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4.U 2. While pressing convertible seat 3. To remove the convertible seat, press CAUTION firmly against the seat cushion and the buckle- release button. seatback, tighten the lap belt by pulling Push and pull the child restraint sys-...
Page 62 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4U —Installation with 3- point type seat belt (A) INFANT SEAT INSTALLATION " Do not put a rear- facing child re- CAUTION An infant seat is used in rear- facing straint system on the rear seat if it position only.
Page 63 1. Run the lap and shoulder belt through 2. Fully extend the shoulder belt to put it Toyota dealer immediately. Do not or around the infant seat following the in the lock mode. When the belt is use the seat until the seat belt is...
Page 64 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4U 3. While pressing the infant seat firmly 4. To remove the infant seat, press the CAUTION against the seat cushion and seatback, buckle- release button and allow the let the shoulder belt retract as far as belt to retract completely. The belt will Make sure the seat belt is securely it will go to hold the infant seat secure- move freely again and be ready to...
Page 65 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4.U Move seat fully back (B) CONVERTIBLE SEAT INSTALLATION " CAUTION A forward- facing child restraint sys- A convertible seat is used in forward- tem should be allowed to put on facing and rear- facing position depend- "...
Page 66 Contact your 1. Run the lap and shoulder belt through Toyota dealer immediately. Do not " Do not put a rear- facing child re- or around the convertible seat following use the seat until the seat belt is...
Page 67 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4.U 2. Fully extend the shoulder belt to put it 3. While pressing convertible seat CAUTION in the lock mode. When the belt is firmly against the seat cushion and then retracted slightly, it cannot be ex- seatback, let the shoulder belt retract Make sure the seat belt is securely tended.
Page 68 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4U Move seat fully back 4. To remove the convertible seat, press (C) BOOSTER SEAT INSTALLATION CAUTION the buckle- release button and allow the A booster seat is used in forward- fac- belt to retract completely. The belt will ing position only.
Page 69 Contact your is positioned across the center of Toyota dealer immediately. Do not child’s shoulder. The belt should be use the seat until the seat belt is kept away from child’s neck, but fixed. not falling off child’s shoulder. Fail-...
Page 70 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4U —Top strap anchors and locations Bolt Anchor braket 52.8 mm Spaser (0.3 in.) 216.1 mm (0.9 in.) 216.1 mm (0.9 in.) 2- door hardtop and soft- top 2. To remove the child restraint system, If your child restraint system requires press the buckle- release button and al- the use of a top strap, latch the hook low the belt to retract.
Page 71: Tilt Steering Wheel
2 anchor locations shown in the illustra- tion. If your child restraint system does not provide any of the necessary parts, ask your Toyota dealer. (See ”—Child restraint system”.) If you remove the anchor brackets when the child restraint system is necessary no...
Page 72: Outside Rear View Mirrors
WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4U —Power rear view mirror Outside rear view mirrors— control CAUTION Do not adjust the mirror while the ve- hicle is moving. It may cause the driver to mishandle the vehicle and an accident may occur resulting in personal injuries.
Page 73: Anti-Glare Inside Rear View Mirror
WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4.U —Folding rear view mirrors Anti-glare inside rear view mirror NOTICE If ice should jam the mirror, do not operate the control or scrape the mir- ror face. Use a spray de- icer to free the mirror. To fold the rear view mirror, push back- Adjust the mirror so that you can just ward.
Page 74 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4U CAUTION Do not adjust the mirror while the ve- hicle is moving. It may cause the driver to mishandle the vehicle and an accident may occur resulting in personal injuries. WWW.MANUALS.WS...
Page 75: Operation Of Instruments And Controls
WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4.U " " Headlights and turn signals Emergency flashers Part 1 OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS— Chapter 1- 4 Lights, Wipers and Defogger WWW.MANUALS.WS...
Page 76 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4U " " " Instrument panel light control Interior light Personal lights WWW.MANUALS.WS...
Page 77 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4.U " " " Windshield wipers and washer Rear window wiper and washer Rear window defogger WWW.MANUALS.WS...
Page 78: Headlights And Turn Signals
WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4U Headlights and turn signals NOTICE To prevent the battery from being dis- charged, do not leave the lights on for a long period when the engine is not running. Daytime running light system (Canada only) The headlights turn on when the parking brake is released with the engine started, even with the light switch in the ”OFF”...
Page 79: Emergency Flashers
WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4.U Emergency flashers NOTICE To prevent the battery from being dis- charged, do not leave the switch on longer than necessary when the en- gine is not running. TURN SIGNALS To turn on the emergency flashers, push the switch.
Page 80: Instrument Panel Light Control
WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4U Instrument panel light control Interior light Personal light (with moon roof) To adjust the brightness of the instru- To turn on the interior light, slide the To turn on the personal light, push the ment panel lights, turn the knob. switch.
Page 81: Windshield Wipers And Washer
WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4.U Personal lights (without moon roof) Windshield wipers and washer For instructions on adding washer fluid, see ”Adding washer fluid” in Chapter 7- 3. In freezing weather, warm the windshield with the defroster before using the washer. This will help prevent the washer fluid from freezing on your windshield, which can block your vision.
Page 82: Rear Window Wiper And Washer
WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4U Rear window wiper and washer Rear window defogger NOTICE Do not operate the rear wiper if the rear window is dry. It may scratch the glass. To turn on the rear window wiper, twist To defog or defrost the rear window, the lever knob upward.
Page 83 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4.U Make sure you turn the defogger off when the window is clear. Leaving the defogger on for a long time could cause the battery to discharge, especially during stop- and- go driving. The defogger is not designed for drying rain water or for melting snow.
Page 84: Chapter 1- 5 Gauges, Meters And Service Reminder Indicators
Gauges, Meters and The indicator lamp goes off after driving several times. If the indicator lamp does Service reminder not go off, contact your Toyota dealer as indicators soon as possible. " Fuel gauge The gauge works when the ignition switch is on and indicates the approxi- "...
Page 85 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4.U Engine coolant temperature gauge Tachometer Your vehicle may overheat during severe operating conditions, such as: " Driving up a long hill on a hot day. " Reducing speed or stopping after high speed driving. " Idling for a long period with the air conditioning on in stop- and- go traffic.
Page 86: Odometer And Two Trip Meters
WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4U Service reminder indicators Odometer and two trip meters and warning buzzers 3. Trip meter reset knob—It can reset the If the indicator or Do this. two trip meters to zero, and also buzzer comes on... change the meter display. To change the meter display, quickly If parking brake push and release the knob.
Page 87 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4.U (a) Brake System Warning Light If the indicator or Do this. If the indicator or Do this. This light has the following functions: buzzer comes on... buzzer comes on... Parking brake reminder Take vehicle to If this light is on, make sure the parking Close all side Toyota dealer.
Page 88 4 to 8 seconds. briefly after a hard stop. There is no paired by your Toyota dealer as soon as (c) Discharge Warning Light cause for concern if it then goes out when possible.
Page 89 If the light does not go off, call a The light will come on when the ignition " Toyota dealer or qualified repair shop for The light does not come on when the key is turned to the ”ON” position. After assistance.
Page 90 Have it 1. Apply the parking brake. checked by your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. 2. Open one of the doors or tail gate (soft- top). The open door warning light should come on.
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Page 92: Ignition Switch, Transmission And Parking Brake
WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4U Ignition switch with steering lock Part 1 You must push in the key to turn the key OPERATION OF from ”ACC” to the ”LOCK” position. On vehicles with an automatic transmission, INSTRUMENTS AND the selector lever must be in the ”P” posi- CONTROLS–...
Page 93: Automatic Transmission
WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4.U Automatic transmission Lock release button To prevent misshifting Driving pattern selector button For selecting a driving pattern suited to existing driving conditions Parking, engine starting and key removal position Reverse position Neutral position Normal driving position ”NORMAL” (Normal) ”POWER”...
Page 94 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4U " Your automatic transmission has a shift 3. Release the parking brake and brake Shift into the ”L” position. The trans- lock system to minimize the possibility of pedal. Depress the accelerator pedal mission will downshift to the first gear incorrect operation.
Page 95 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4.U With the selector lever in ”2”, the vehicle z Do not continue hill climbing or CAUTION will start in the first gear and automatical- hard towing for a long time in the ly shift to the second gear.
Page 96 (g) Rocking your vehicle if stuck or before the transmission is com- For ordinary driving, Toyota recommends pletely shifted to forward or reverse using the ”NORMAL” mode to improve fuel CAUTION gear.
Page 97: Manual Transmission
WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4.U Manual transmission gear km/h (mph) Four- wheel drive models 1 to 2 or 2 to 1 24 (15) 215/60R16 tires 2 to 3 or 3 to 2 40 (25) gear km/h (mph) 3 to 4 or 4 to 3...
Page 98 If the light either fails to come on or goes out, ask your Toyota dealer to check the electrical system and the NOTICE locking mechanism.
Page 99 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4.U If unlocking of the center differential is not completed, check the area around you for safety, then accelerate or decelerate, or move the vehicle backward. NOTICE While the indicator buzzer is sound- ing, do not make turns, and do not put the vehicle into a garage.
Page 100: Parking Brake
WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4U Parking brake Cruise control When parking, firmly apply the parking The cruise control allows you to cruise brake to avoid inadvertent creeping. the vehicle at a desired speed over 40 km/h (25 mph) even with your foot off To set: Pull up the lever.
Page 101: Turning On The System
WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4.U you need acceleration—for example, when passing—depress accelerator pedal enough for the vehicle to exceed the set speed. When you release it, the vehicle will return to the speed set prior to the acceleration. CAUTION For manual transmission:...
Page 102 In such cases, have your vehicle checked control is not cancelled. To decrease the " The indicator light flashes again. by your Toyota dealer at the earliest op- vehicle speed, reset to a slower speed " portunity. with the cruise control lever or depress The indicator light goes out after it the brake pedal.
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Page 104 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4U Car audio system— —Reference Part 1 Air conditioning system OPERATION OF Controls INSTRUMENTS AND Air flow selector settings CONTROLS— Operating tips Instrument panel vents Chapter 1- 7 Car audio system and Air conditioning system Type 1: AM F M ETR radio/cassette player/ Car audio system compact disc auto changer controller Reference...
Page 105 This section describes some of the basic TONE AND BALANCE YOUR RADIO ANTENNA features on Toyota audio systems. Some For details about your system’s tone and To lower a manual antenna, carefully push information may not pertain to your sys- balance controls, see the description of it down.
Page 106 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4U YOUR COMPACT DISC PLAYER When you insert a disc, gently push it in with the label side up. (The player will automatically eject a disc if the label side is down.) The compact disc player will play from track 1 through the end of the disc.
Page 107 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4.U —Using your audio system: controls and features "Type 1 Details of specific buttons, controls, and features are described in the alphabetical listing that follows. WWW.MANUALS.WS...
Page 108 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4U 1 2 3 4 5 6 (Preset buttons) (Reverse/Fast forward buttons) These buttons are used to preset and Push ”AM” to switch the AM band. ”AM” Cassette Player tune in radio stations. will appear on the display. Push the fast forward button to fast for- To preset a station to a button: Tune in If the audio system is off, you can turn...
Page 109 If the malfunction is not recovered, take When the audio is set into compact disc If the audio system is off, you can turn your vehicle to your Toyota dealer. on the radio by pushing ”FM”. Also, push operation, the display shows the track or,...
Page 110 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4U PROG (Program) Random playing for all the tracks in the Repeating a disc: magazine: Push and hold ”RPT” until you hear a Push ”PROG” to select the other side of Push and hold ”RAND” until you hear a beep.
Page 111 Your Toyota has an electronic tuning radio scan the first tracks of all the discs in the ceived. ”ST” appears on the display. If the (ETR).
Page 112 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4U "Type 2 Details of specific buttons, controls, and features are described in the alphabetical listing that follows. WWW.MANUALS.WS...
Page 113 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4.U 1 2 3 4 5 6 (Preset buttons) high- pitch tone adjustment, push (Reverse/Fast forward buttons) ”AUDIO CONTROL / MODE” repeatedly These buttons are used to preset and If you want to fast forward or reverse until ”TRE” appears on the display. Then tune in radio stations.
Page 114 If the malfunction is not recovered, take disc player and automatic changer. tracks in the magazine in random order. your vehicle to your Toyota dealer. To turn off the random feature, push the Your audio system shows six different dis- DISC ”RAND”...
Page 115 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4.U RPT (Repeat) SCAN Compact disc player There are two repeat features—you can Radio There are two scan features—you can ei- either replay a disc track or a whole com- ther scan the tracks on a specific disc or You can either scan all the frequencies on pact disc.
Page 116: Radio Reception
In addition, reception conditions Tuning change constantly as your vehicle moves. Your Toyota has an electronic tuning radio (ETR). Push and release the ” ” (up) or ” ” (down) side of ”TUNE” to step up or down the station band. (If you hear a beep, you held the button too long and the radio will go into the seek mode.)
Page 117 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4.U Here are some common reception prob- Use high- quality cassettes. lems that probably do not indicate a prob- Fading—AM broadcasts are reflected by Low- quality cassette tapes can cause lem with your radio: the upper atmosphere–especially at night.
Page 118: Caring For Your Compact Disc Player And Discs
WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4U If moisture gets into your compact disc player, you may not hear any sound even though your compact disc player appears to be working. Remove the disc from the player and wait until it dries. Handle compact discs carefully, espe- cially when you are inserting them.
Page 119 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4.U CAUTION Compact disc players use invisible la- ser beam which could cause hazard- radiation exposure directed outside the unit. Be sure to operate the player correctly as instructed. WWW.MANUALS.WS...
Page 120 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4U Air conditioning system— —Controls 1. Air Intake Selector 2. Air Flow Selector 3. Temperature Selector 4. Fan Speed Selector 5. ”A/C” Button (on some models) WWW.MANUALS.WS...
Page 121 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4.U Fan speed selector For details about air flow selector settings, see the illustration after ”A/C” button. Move lever adjust speed—to the right to increase, to the left Vehicles with ”A/C” button— to decrease. Moving the air flow control lever to wind-...
Page 122 If this happens, take your ve- hicle to a Toyota dealer for service. Air intake selector Move the lever to select the air source. 1. Recirculate—Recirculates the air inside the vehicle.
Page 123: Air Flow Selector Settings
WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4.U —Air flow selector settings —Operating tips To cool off your Toyota after it has been parked in the hot sun, drive with the windows open for a few minutes. This vents the hot air, allowing the air conditioning to cool the interior more quickly.
Page 124 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4U Heating Air conditioning Defogging For best results, set controls to: For best results, set controls to: The inside of the windshield For best results, set controls to: Fan speed—Any setting except ”OFF” Fan speed—Any setting except ”OFF” Temperature—Towards WARM Temperature—Towards COLD Fan speed—Any setting except ”OFF”...
Page 125: Instrument Panel Vents
WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4.U —Instrument panel vents Defrosting If air flow control is not satisfactory, check the instrument panel vents. The instrument The outside of the windshield panel vents may be opened or closed as For best results, set controls to: shown.
Page 126: Other Equipment
WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4U Clock Part 1 If the electrical power source has been OPERATION OF disconnected from the clock, the time dis- play will automatically be set to 1:00 (one INSTRUMENTS AND o’clock). CONTROLS— When instrument panel lights turned on, the brightness of the time in- dication will be reduced.
Page 127: Cigarette Lighter And Ashtray
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Page 128 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4U Glovebox Auxiliary box NOTICE z To prevent the fuse from being blown, do not use the electricity over the total vehicle capacity of 12V/120W. z To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not use the power outlet longer than necessary when the engine is not running.
Page 129: Floor Mat
WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4.U Floor mat To open the box, turn the knob. You can hold the objects in the box Use a floor mat of the correct size. with the holding belt. If the floor carpet and floor mat have a 1.
Page 130 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4U CAUTION Make sure the floor mat is properly placed on the floor carpet. If the floor slips and interferes with movement of the pedals during driv- ing, it may cause an accident. WWW.MANUALS.WS...
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Page 132: Information Before Driving Your Toyota
It is not designed for cornering " at the same speeds as conventional Limited- slip differential two- wheel drive vehicles any more than " Your Toyota’s identification low- slung sports cars are designed to perform satisfactorily under off- road "...
Page 133: Break-In Period
WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4.U Break- in period Drive gently and avoid high speeds. " CAUTION Do not drive horizontally across Your vehicle does not need an elaborate steep slopes. Driving straight up or break- in. But following a few simple tips Always observe the following precau- straight down is preferred.
Page 134 To help prevent gas station mixups, your lead to engine damage. AAMA specification offers optimal fuel Toyota has a new smaller fuel tank open- If your engine knocks... information for better vehicle perfor- ing. The special nozzle on pumps with...
Page 135: Gasolines Containing Alcohol
WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4.U Operation in foreign countries GASOLINES CONTAINING MMT If you plan to drive your Toyota in NOTICE another country... Some gasolines contain an octane- en- z Do use gasohol other than hancing additive called MMT (methylcy- First, comply with the vehicle registration stated above.
Page 136 Do not drive with an extremely low vehicle in for a check- up as soon fuel level; running out of fuel could as possible. Remember, your Toyota cause the engine to misfire, creat- dealer knows your vehicle and its...
Page 137: Engine Exhaust Cautions
WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4.U Facts about engine oil Engine exhaust cautions consumption FUNCTIONS OF ENGINE OIL " CAUTION To allow proper operation of your Engine oil has the primary functions of vehicle’s ventilation system, keep lubricating and cooling the inside of the "...
Page 138: Twin Ground Electrode Platinum- Tipped Spark Plugs
More oil is consumed by high- speed driv- regularly. Toyota recommends that the oil ing and frequent acceleration and decel- level be checked every time you refuel Your engine is fitted with twin ground eration.
Page 139: Brake Booster
WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4.U Brake system TANDEM MASTER CYLINDER BRAKE You may hear a sound in the engine CAUTION SYSTEM compartment for a few seconds when the engine is started or just after the vehicle The tandem master cylinder brake system "...
Page 140 Contact your Toyota dealer as of tire friction. soon as possible to service the vehicle. Always maintain a safe distance from the "...
Page 141: Brake Pad Wear Limit Indicators
WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4.U Brake pad wear limit indicators Luggage stowage precautions When stowing luggage or cargo in the " Never allow anyone to ride in the vehicle, observe the following: luggage compartment. It is not de- " Put luggage or cargo in the luggage signed for passengers.
Page 142: Your Toyota's Identification- -Vehicle Identification Number
This is the primary identification number Use only a spare tire of the same for your Toyota. It is used in registering size, construction and load capacity the ownership of your vehicle. as the original tires on your Toyota...
Page 143: Engine Number
WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4.U Theft prevention labels —Engine number (except for Canada) The vehicle identification number (VIN) is Your new vehicle carries theft preven- also on the Certification Label. tion labels which are approximately 56 mm (2.20 in.) by 16 mm (0.63 in.).
Page 144: Suspension And Chassis
WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4U Suspension and chassis Types of tires Determine what kind of tires your ve- CAUTION CAUTION hicle is originally equipped with. 1. Summer tires " Do not modify the suspension/chassis Do not mix summer and all season Summer tires are high- speed capability with lift kits, spacers, springs, etc.
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Page 146: Starting And Driving
WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4U How to start the engine— Before starting the engine (a) Before cranking Part 3 1. Check the area around the vehicle be- 1. Apply the parking brake firmly. STARTING AND DRIV- fore entering it. 2. Turn off unnecessary lights and acces- 2.
Page 147 See ”If your vehicle will not start” in Part ing brake pulled. If they still do not work safely, pull to the side of the road and call a Toyota dealer for assistance. WWW.MANUALS.WS...
Page 148: Off- Road Driving Precautions
WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4U Off- road driving precautions " CAUTION Do not drive in excess of the speed CAUTION limit. Even if the legal speed limit " Before driving off, make sure that permits it, do not drive over 140 Always observe the following precau- the parking brake is fully released km/h (85 mph) unless your vehicle tions to minimize the risk of serious...
Page 149: Winter Driving Tips
If you are not sure about premature failure, and may also en- which oil to use, call your Toyota dealer– the differentials, transmission he will be pleased to help.
Page 150: Trailer Towing
Towing gency equipment. trailer will have an adverse effect on This product is available at your Toyota handling, performance, braking, durability dealer and most auto parts stores. Follow Some of the things you might put in the and driving economy (fuel consumption, manufacturer’s...
Page 151 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4.U " CAUTION The load on either the front or rear axle resulting from distribution of " total trailer weight (trailer the gross vehicle weight on both weight plus its cargo load) must axles must not exceed the Gross not exceed 680 kg (1500 lb.).
Page 152 Toyota recommends trailers with brakes designed for the total trailer weight. that conform to any applicable federal Toyota does not recommend using a and state/provincial regulations. weight distribution (load equalizing) " A safety chain must always be used hitch.
Page 153: Trailer Lights
Never tow a trailer without using a " form to any applicable federal, state/ Toyota recommends that you do not safety chain securely attached to provincial or local regulation. If not, tow a trailer with a new vehicle or a both the trailer and the vehicle.
Page 154: Trailer Towing Tips
WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4U " " TRAILER TOWING TIPS Avoid jerky starts or sudden accelera- Crosswinds and rough roads will ad- tion. If your vehicle has a manual versely affect handling of your vehicle When towing a trailer, your vehicle will transmission, prevent excessive clutch and trailer, causing sway.
Page 155 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4.U " Because of the added load of the trail- When restarting out after parking on a " Slow down and downshift before er, your vehicle’s engine may overheat slope: descending steep or long downhill on hot days temperatures over 1.
Page 156: How To Save Fuel And Make Your Vehicle Last Longer, Too
WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4U How to save fuel and make your vehicle last longer, too " " Getting more kilometers/mileage from a Avoid continuous speeding up and Keep the bottom of your vehicle free liter/gallon of fuel is easy—just take it slowing down.
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Page 158: In Case Of An Emergency
If the light is O.K., but the engine still will not start, it needs adjustment or repair. " If you lose your keys Call a Toyota dealer or qualified repair shop. NOTICE Do not pull- or push- start the ve- hicle.
Page 159 " correct. Batteries contain sulfuric acid adjustment or repair. Call a Toyota dealer which is poisonous and corrosive. or qualified repair shop for assistance. Wear protective safety glasses when jump starting, and avoid spilling NOTICE acid on your skin, clothing, or ve- hicle.
Page 160: Jump-Starting Procedure
WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4U JUMP STARTING PROCEDURE Jumper cable 1. If the booster battery is installed in another vehicle, make sure the vehicles are not touching. Turn off all unneces- sary lights and accessories. 2. If required, remove all the vent plugs Discharged Discharged battery...
Page 161: If Your Engine Stalls While Driving
WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4.U If your engine stalls while driving 6. Carefully disconnect the cables in the If your engine stalls while driving... Connecting point exact reverse order: the negative cable 1. Reduce your speed gradually, keeping and then the positive cable.
Page 162: If Your Vehicle Overheats
You should have it checked as soon as possible at your Toyota dealer. CAUTION 1. Pull safely off the road, stop the ve- hicle and...
Page 163: If You Have A Flat Tire
WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4.U If you have a flat tire— 1. Reduce your speed gradually, keeping " NOTICE Stop the vehicle on a level firm a straight line. Move cautiously off the ground, firmly set the parking brake road to a safe place well away from Do not continue driving with a de- and put the transmission in ”P”...
Page 164: Required Tools And Spare Tire
WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4U —Required tools and spare tire 1. Get the required tools and spare To remove the jack, move the seat to the tire. front- most position and turn the jack joint by hand. Tool bag (in the right side miscellany box) To remove: Turn the joint in direction 1 Jack (under the right side front seat)
Page 165: Removing Wheel Ornament
WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4.U —Blocking the wheel —Removing wheel ornament Steel wheels To remove the spare tire: 2. Block the wheel diagonally opposite the flat tire to keep the vehicle from Turn the hold- down nuts counterclockwise rolling when it is jacked up.
Page 166: Loosening Wheel Nuts
WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4U —Loosening wheel nuts —Positioning the jack 3. Remove the wheel ornament. Pry off the wheel ornament, using the beveled end of the wheel nut wrench as shown. CAUTION Do not try to pull the ornament by hand. Take due care in handling the ornament to avoid unexpected person- al injury.
Page 167: Changing Wheels
WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4.U —Raising your vehicle —Changing wheels CAUTION Never get under the vehicle when the vehicle supported jack alone. 6. After making sure that no one is in 7. Remove the wheel nuts and change the vehicle, raise it high enough so tires.
Page 168: Reinstalling Wheel Nuts
WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4U —Reinstalling wheel nuts —Lowering your vehicle Before putting on wheels, remove any cor- 8. Reinstall all the wheel nuts finger 9. Lower the vehicle completely and rosion on the mounting surfaces with a tight. tighten the wheel nuts. wire brush or such.
Page 169: Reinstalling Wheel Ornament
WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4.U —Reinstalling wheel ornament —After changing wheels 11. Check the air pressure of the re- CAUTION placed tire. Adjust the air pressure to the specification When lowering the vehicle, make sure designated in Part 8. If the pressure is...
Page 170: If Your Vehicle Needs To Be Towed
If towing is necessary, we recommend (a) Towing with wheel lift type truck (a) Towing with wheel lift type truck you to have it done by your Toyota —From front —From front dealer or a commercial tow truck ser- vice.
Page 171: Towing Precautions
WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4.U TOWING PRECAUTIONS: (c) Towing with sling type truck NOTICE Use a safety chain system for all towing, Do not tow with the key removed or and abide by the state/provincial and local in the ”LOCK” position when towing laws.
Page 172: Emergency Towing
’98 Rav4U —Emergency towing If towing is necessary, we recommend NOTICE you to have it done by your Toyota dealer or a commercial tow truck ser- Use only a cable or chain specifically vice. intended for use in towing vehicles.
Page 173 " If the towing vehicle can hardly move, do not forcibly continue the towing. Contact your Toyota dealer or a commercial tow truck service for assistance. " Tow the vehicle as straight ahead as possible.
Page 174: If You Cannot Shift Automatic Transmission Selector Lever
’98 Rav4U If you cannot shift automatic transmission selector lever If you lose your keys Many Toyota dealers can make a new key if you can give them the key num- ber. See the suggestion given in ”Keys” in Chapter 1- 2.
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Page 176: Corrosion Prevention And Appearance Care
Now, it is up to you. Proper " High temperatures will cause corrosion care of your Toyota can help ensure long- to those components of the vehicle " Protecting your Toyota from term corrosion prevention. which are prevented from quick- drying...
Page 177: Washing And Waxing Your Toyota
We recommend See ”Washing and waxing your Toyota” for " When driving in the areas where there that the fittings and the area where the more tips.
Page 178 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4U Soft- top models—For washing instruction 2. Wash with mild car- wash soap, for the soft- top, see ”Soft- top”. mixed according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Use a soft cotton mitt and 1. Rinse off loose dirt with a hose. Re- keep it wet by dipping it frequently into move any mud or road salt from the the wash water.
Page 179 Be sure to polish and wax gets soapy. Use a cloth or sponge to driving your Toyota through an au- the chrome trim as well as the paint. remove dirt so it will not be ground into tomatic car wash.
Page 180: Cleaning The Interior
WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4U Cleaning the interior NOTICE NOTICE CAUTION z Do not use dye or bleach on the Do not use solvent, thinner, gasoline Do not wash the vehicle floor with or window cleaner on the interior. belts — it may weaken them. water, or allow water to get onto the z Do not use the belts until they be- floor when cleaning the vehicle interi-...
Page 181 It may con- tain ingredients mentioned above. Immediately clean any spill using the method mentioned above. If you have any questions about the cleaning of your Toyota, your local Toyota dealer will be pleased to answer them. WWW.MANUALS.WS...
Page 182: Vehicle Maintenance And Care
Owner’s or if you prefer, your Toyota dealer will be Guide, Owner’s Manual Supplement or pleased to do them at a nominal cost. Warranty Booklet for complete warranty information. WWW.MANUALS.WS...
Page 183: General Maintenance
They learn to work on for the details. vehicle to your Toyota dealer or a quali- Toyotas before they work on your vehicle, fied service shop immediately. It is recom- rather than while they are working on it.
Page 184: Inside The Vehicle
WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4U Tire surface and wheel nuts INSIDE THE VEHICLE Seat belts Check the tires carefully for cuts, damage Items listed below should be checked Check that the seat belt system such as or excessive wear. See Chapter 7- 2 for regularly, e.g.
Page 185: In The Engine Compartment
WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4.U Does your vehicle need repair- ing? Automatic transmission ”Park” mecha- Brake fluid level nism Be on the alert for changes in perfor- Make sure the brake fluid level is correct. mance, sounds, and visual tip- offs that Check the lock release button of the se- See Chapter 7- 2 for additional information.
Page 186 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4U If you notice any of these clues, take your vehicle to your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. It probably needs adjustment or repair. CAUTION Do not continue driving with the ve- hicle unchecked. It could result in se- rious vehicle damage and possibly personal injury.
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Page 188: Do-It-Yourself Maintenance
WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4U Part 7 DO- IT- YOURSELF MAINTENANCE— Chapter 7- 1 Introduction " Engine compartment overview " Fuse locations " Do- it- yourself service precautions " Parts and tools WWW.MANUALS.WS...
Page 189: Engine Compartment Overview
WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4.U Engine compartment overview 1. Windshield washer, rear window washer fluid tank 2. Battery 3. Fuse blocks 4. Engine oil filler cap 5. Brake fluid reservoir 6. Engine coolant reservoir 7. Electric cooling fans 8. Engine oil level dipstick 9.
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Page 191: Do- It- Yourself Service Precautions
" Right after driving, engine warranty coverage. Read separate compartment—the engine, radiator, Toyota Warranty statement for details and exhaust manifold, power steering suggestions. fluid reservoir spark plug This part gives instructions only for those boots, etc.—will be hot.
Page 192 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4U " " z Do not reuse platinum- tipped spark Be sure that the ignition is off if Dispose of used oil and filter only plugs by cleaning or regapping. you work near the electric cooling in a safe and acceptable manner. fans or radiator grille.
Page 193: Parts And Tools
" " Rag or paper towel Screwdriver (for driver’s side instru- nance. Remember all Toyota parts are de- " ment lower panel nut) Funnel (only for adding fluid) signed in metric sizes, so your tools must "...
Page 194: Engine And Chassis
WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4U Checking the engine oil level Part 7 DO- IT- YOURSELF CAUTION Low level Full level MAINTENANCE— Be careful not to touch the hot ex- haust manifold. Chapter 7- 2 If the oil level is below or only slightly above the low level, add engine oil of Engine and Chassis the same type as already in the engine.
Page 195 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4.U Engine oil selection Oil identification marks Use API grade SH, ”Energy- Conserving II” Either or both API registered marks are or SJ, ”Energy- Conserving” multigrade en- added to some oil containers to help gine oil or ILSAC multigrade engine oil.
Page 196: Checking The Engine Coolant Level
”MIN” lines on the reservoir. Do not use alcohol type antifreeze or If you can find no leak, have your Toyota It is normal for the brake fluid level to go plain water alone. dealer test the cap pressure and check for down slightly as the brake pads wear.
Page 197: Checking Power Steering Fluid
WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4.U Checking power steering fluid Use only newly opened brake fluid. Once Clean all dirt from outside of the reservoir opened, brake fluid absorbs moisture from tank and look at the fluid level. If the fluid the air, and excess moisture can cause a is cold, the level should be in the ”COLD”...
Page 198: Checking Tire Pressure
If a tire frequently needs refilling, have it vehicle is balanced. checked by your Toyota dealer. The following instructions for checking tire pressure should be observed: 4- door hardtop...
Page 199: Checking And Replacing Tires
If the indicators show, re- place the tires. REPLACING YOUR TIRES The tires on your Toyota have built- in tread When replacing a tire, use only the wear indicators to help you know when the same size and construction as original- tires need replacement.
Page 200: Rotating Tires
Toyota. Using tires whose previous history is un- known is a risk. Toyota recommends all four tires, or at least both of the front or rear tires be replaced at a time as a set. See ”If you have a flat tire” in Part 4 for tire change procedure.
Page 201 When rotating tires, check for uneven wear replacing. capacity as the original tires on your and damage. Abnormal wear is usually Toyota. Make sure all the snow tires are caused by incorrect tire pressure, improper CAUTION the same brand. wheel alignment, out- of- balance wheels, or "...
Page 202: Chain Installation
If you fail to replace damaged wheels, the covers before putting on the chains. tire may slip off the wheel or they may cause * RAV4 genuine tire chains loss of handling control. (Part No. 08329- 42801) CAUTION...
Page 203: Aluminum Wheel Precautions
" When using tire chains, be careful not for a tubeless tire. to damage the aluminum wheels. " NOTICE Use only the Toyota wheel nuts and wrench designed for your aluminum wheels different wheels. brands, sizes and types. This may "...
Page 204: Electrical Components
WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4U Checking battery condition— —Precautions Part 7 DO- IT- YOURSELF " CAUTION If electrolyte gets on your skin, thoroughly wash the contact area. If MAINTENANCE— BATTERY PRECAUTIONS you feel pain or burning, get medi- cal attention immediately. The battery produces flammable and "...
Page 205: Checking Battery Fluid
WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4.U —Checking battery exterior —Checking battery fluid Type A Terminals NOTICE Ground cable Clear or z Be sure the engine and all accesso- light yellow Green Dark ries are off before performing main- tenance. z When checking the battery, remove...
Page 206: Battery Recharging Precautions
WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4U Battery recharging precautions Checking and replacing fuses During recharging, the battery is pro- Type A ducing hydrogen gas. Therefore, before recharging: 1. If recharging with the battery installed on the vehicle, be sure to disconnect the ground cable. 2.
Page 207: Adding Washer Fluid
Have your Toyota dealer correct it as soon as possible. If you are not sure whether the fuse has blown, try replacing the suspected fuse CAUTION with one that you know is good.
Page 208: Replacing Light Bulbs
WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4U Replacing light bulbs— The following illustrations show how to Bulb CAUTION Light bulbs Type gain access to the bulbs. When replacing a bulb, make sure the ignition switch and Headlight To prevent burning yourself, do not light switch are off. Use bulbs with the inner check the washer fluid level when the wattage ratings given in the table.
Page 209 3. Install a new bulb and the connector tor while depressing the lock re- into the mounting hole. lease. Aiming is not necessary after replacing If the connector is tight, wiggle it. the bulb. When aiming adjustment is nec- essary, contact your Toyota dealer. WWW.MANUALS.WS...
Page 210 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4U —Parking, front turn signal and front side merker lights —Rear side marker lights Use a Phillips- head screwdriver. a: Front side marker light Use a Phillips- head screwdriver. b: Parking and front turn signal light WWW.MANUALS.WS...
Page 211 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4.U —Rear turn signal, stop and tail, and back- up lights Use a Phillips- head screwdriver. a: Back- up light b: Rear turn signal light c: Stop and tail light WWW.MANUALS.WS...
Page 212 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4U —High mounted stoplight (hardtop) Remove and install the cover clips as Removing cover clips shown in the following illustrations. Installing cover clips WWW.MANUALS.WS...
Page 213 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4.U —High mounted stoplight (soft- top) —License plate lights Use the Phillips- head screwdriver. WWW.MANUALS.WS...
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Page 216: Specifications
WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4U Part 8 SPECIFICATIONS " Dimensions and weight " Engine " Fuel " Service specifications " Tires " Fuses WWW.MANUALS.WS...
Page 217: Dimensions And Weight
WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4.U Dimensions and weight 2- door hardtop 4- door hardtop Soft- top 215/70R16 tires 235/60R16 tires 215/70R16 tires 235/60R16 tires 215/70R16 tires 235/60R16 tires Overall length mm (in.) 3750 (147.6) 3765 (148.2) 4160 (163.8) 4175 (164.4) 3750 (147.6) 3765 (148.2)
Page 218: Service Specifications
WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4U Engine Fuel Service specifications Model: Fuel type: ENGINE 3S- FE Unleaded gasolene, Octane Rating 87 Valve clearance (engine cold), mm (in.): (Research Octane Number Type: Intake 0.19—0.29 (0.007—0.011) higher 4 cylinder in line, 4 cycle, gasoline Exhaust 0.28—0.38 (0.011—0.015) Fuel tank capacity, L (gal., lmp.
Page 219 CLUTCH D- II or DEXRONrIII (DEXRONrII) Pedal freeplay, mm (in.): Four- wheel drive models 5—15 (0.2—0.6) Toyota automatic transaxle fluid COOLING SYSTEM Fluid type: Type T or equivalent Total capacity, L (qt., Imp. qt.): SAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3...
Page 220: Rear Differential
WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4U TRANSFER BRAKES (four- wheel drive models with an auto- Minimum pedal clearance when depressed matic transaxle) with the pressure of 490 N (50 kgf, 110 Oil capacity, L (qt., Imp. qt.): lbf) with the engine running, mm (in.): 0.7 (0.7, 0.6) 75 (3.0) Oil type:...
Page 221 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4.U Tires Tire size and pressure: Tire pressure Model Tire size kpa (kgf/cm or bar, psi) Wheel size Front Rear 2- door hardtop 215/70R 16 99S 180 (1.8, 26) 180 (1.8, 26) ∗ and soft- top 6.5JJ 235/60R 16 100H 170 (1.7, 25)
Page 222 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4U Fuses Engine compartment (U.S.A.) Engine compartment (Canada) Engine compartment Fuses (type A) 8. EFI 20 A (U.S.A.) or 15 A (Canada): 14. H- LP LH- L 10 A: Left- hand headlight Multiport fuel injection system/sequen- (low beam) 1.
Page 223 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4.U Instrument panel Instrument panel Passenger’s side kick panel 20. ECU- IG 10 A: Electronically controlled 22. STOP 10 A: stoplights, high mounted 26. HORN 10 A: Horn automatic transmission system, rear stoplight, electronically controlled auto- 27. DEFOG 20 A: Rear window defogger...
Page 224 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’98 Rav4U 33. PWR 30 A: Power door lock system, electric moon roof, power windows Fuses (type C) 34. ABS 50 A: Anti- lock brake system 35. MAIN 80 A: ”IGN”, ”HAZ”, ”DOME”, ”ALT- S”, ”MAIN No.1”, ”AM2” and ”EFI” fuses 36.
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Page 226: Reporting Safety Defects For U.s. Owners And Uniform Tire Quality Grading
However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual prob- lems between you, your dealer, or Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. WWW.MANUALS.WS...
Page 227: Uniform Tire Quality Grading
C may have poor traction per- tire failure. quality grading. formance. Your Toyota dealer will help answer any Warning: The traction grade assigned to questions you may have as you read this this tire is based on braking (straight information.

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