Toyota RAV4 2010 Quick Reference Manual page 173

Vehicles without smart key system:
While the engine switch is in the "ON" position, depress the
brake pedal and move the shift lever.
Vehicles with smart key system:
While the "ENGINE START STOP" switch is in IGNITION
ON mode, depress the brake pedal and move the shift
lever.
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Shift position uses
Shift position
P
R
N
D
4
3,2
L
*
: Shifting to the D position allows the system to select a gear suitable
for the driving conditions.
Setting the shift lever to the D position is recommended for normal
driving.
Function
4-speed models
Parking the vehicle/starting the engine
Reversing
Normal driving
Position for more powerful engine braking
Position for maximum engine braking
I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :
2-1. Driving procedures
5-speed models
Neutral
*
Position for engine
braking
2
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