airbag TOYOTA RAV4 2006 XA30 / 3.G Service Manual

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On vehicles with side airbags and
curtain shield airbags, do not allow
the child to lean his/her head or
any part of his/her body against the
door or the area of the seat, front
or center and roof side garnish
from which the side airbags or cur-
tain shield airbags deploy even if
the child is seated in the child re-
straint system. It is dangerous if
the side airbag and/or curtain shield
airbag inflate, and the impact could
cause death or serious injury to the
child.
Do not install a child restraint sys-
tem on the rear/second or third
seat if it interferes with the lock
mechanism of the front or second
seats. Otherwise, the child or front
or second seat occupant(s) may be
killed or seriously injured in case
of sudden braking or a collision.
If the driver ’s seat position does
not allow sufficient space for safe
installation, install the child re-
straint system on the rear/second
right seat.
Same
positionSame angle
When installing a child restraint
system on the rear/second center
position, adjust both seat cushions
to the same position and align all
seatbacks at the same angle. Other-
wise, the child restraint system can-
not be securely restrained and this
may cause death or serious injuries
in a collision.

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Rear/second center seat: If the seat in
which a child restraint system is installed
in the rear most position, release the cen-
ter seat belt after removing the child re-
straint system. Otherwise, the rear center
seat belt may not work properly.(C) BOOSTER SEAT INSTALLATION
A booster seat must be used in for-
wardfacing position only.
Move seat
fully back
CAUTION
A forwardfacing child restraint sys-
tem should be allowed to be
installed on the front passenger
seat only when it is unavoidable.
Always move the seat as far back
as possible even if the front pas-
senger occupant classification indi-
cator light indicates “OFF”, because
the front passenger airbag could in-
flate with considerable speed and
force. Otherwise, the child may be
killed or seriously injured.

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On vehicles with side airbags and
curtain shield airbags, do not allow
the child to lean his/her head or
any part of his/her body against the
door or the area of the seat, front
or center and roof side garnish
from which the side airbags or cur-
tain shield airbags deploy even if
the child is seated in the child re-
straint system. It is dangerous if
the side airbag and/or curtain shield
airbag inflate, and the impact could
cause death or serious injury to the
child.Same
positionSame angle
When installing a child restraint
system on the rear/second center
position, adjust both seat cushions
to the same position and align all
seatbacks at the same angle. Other-
wise, the child restraint system can-
not be securely restrained and this
may cause death or serious injuries
in a collision.1. Sit the child on a booster seat. Run
the lap and shoulder belt through or
around the booster seat and across the
child following the instructions provided
by its manufacturer and insert the tab
into the buckle taking care not to twist
the belt.
Make sure the shoulder belt is correctly
across the child’s shoulder and that the
lap belt is positioned as low as possible
on the child’s hips. See “Seat belts” on
page 53 in this Section for details.

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When the “ABS” warning light is on (and
the brake system warning light is off), the
anti−lock brake system does not operate
so that the wheels could lock up during
a sudden braking or braking on slippery
road surfaces.
If either of the following conditions
occurs, this indicates a malfunction
somewhere in the components moni-
tored by the warning light. Contact your
Toyota dealer as soon as possible to
service the vehicle.
The light does not come on when the
ignition key is turned to the “ON” posi-
tion, or remains on.
The light comes on while you are driv-
ing.
A warning light turning on briefly during
operation does not indicate a problem.
CAUTION
If the “ABS” warning light remains on
together with the brake system warn-
ing light, immediately stop your ve-
hicle at a safe place and contact your
Toyota dealer.
In this case, not only the antilock
brake system will fail but also the
vehicle will become extremely unsta-
ble during braking.
(i) Open Door Warning Light
This light remains on until all the side
doors and back door are completely
closed. (j) SRS Warning Light
This indicator comes on when the igni-
tion key is turned to the “ON” position.
If goes off after about 6 seconds. This
means the SRS airbags and seat belt
pretensioners are operating properly.
This warning light system monitors the
airbag sensor assembly, front airbag sen-
sors, side and curtain shield airbag sen-
sors, curtain shield airbag sensors, driv-
er ’s seat position sensor, driver ’s seat belt
buckle switch, “AIRBAG ON” indicator
light, “AIRBAG OFF” indicator light, front
passenger ’s seat belt buckle switch, seat
belt pretensioner assemblies, inflators, in-
terconnecting wiring and power sources.
If any of the following conditions occurs,
this indicates a malfunction of the airbags
or seat belt pretensioners. Contact your
Toyota dealer as soon as possible.
The light does not come on when the
ignition key is turned to the “ON” posi-
tion or remains on for more than 6
seconds.
The light comes on while driving.

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The SRS warning light and “AIRBAG OFF”
indicator light will come on if there is a
malfunction in the front passenger occu-
pant classification system.
(k) Automatic Transmission Fluid Tem-perature Warning Light
This light warns that the automatic trans-
mission fluid temperature is too high.
If this light comes on while you are driv-
ing, slow down and pull off the road. Stop
the vehicle at a safe place and put the
selector lever in “P”. With the engine id-
ling, wait until the light goes off. If the
light goes off, you can start the vehicle
again. If the light does not go off, call a
Toyota dealer or qualified repair shop for
assistance.
NOTICE
Continued driving with the warning
light on may damage the automatic
transmission.
(l) “VSC” Warning Light
The light warns that there is a problem
somewhere in the following.
Vehicle stability control system
Traction control system
“AUTO LSD” system
Downhill assist control system
Hill− start assist control system
The light will come on when the ignition
key is turned to “ON” and will go off after
a few seconds.
If the light comes on while driving, all the
above systems will not work. In such a
case, the brakes will operate when applied
(no electronic assistance will be avail-
able), and it will be possible to continue
driving the vehicle.
In the following cases, contact your Toyota
dealer:
The warning light does not come on
after the ignition key is turned to “ON”.
The warning light remains on after the
ignition key is turned to “ON”.
The warning light comes on while driv-
ing. (m) Tire Pressure Warning Light
This light warns that the tire pressure of
one or more of your tires (including the
spare tire) is low. The light comes on
when the ignition key is turned to the
“ON” position. It goes off after a few sec-
onds. This indicates that the tire pressure
warning system is functioning properly.
If the warning light comes on while you
are driving, the tire pressure of one or
more of your tires (including the spare
tire) is low. The light goes off after the
tire inflation pressure is adjusted to the
proper pressure.
If the warning light blinks, the tire pres-
sure warning system may be malfunction-
ing. Contact your Toyota dealer.
For details, see “Tire pressure warning
system” on page 161 in Section 1
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GASOLINE QUALITY
In a very few cases, you may experience
driveability problems caused by the partic-
ular gasoline that you are using. If you
continue to have unacceptable driveability,
try changing gasoline brands. If this does
not rectify your problem, then consult your
Toyota dealer.
NOTICE
Do not use gasohol other than
stated above. It will cause fuel sys-
tem damage or vehicle performance
problems.
 If driveab ility problems occur (poor
hot starting, vaporizing, engine
knock, etc.), discontinue the use.
 Take care not to spill gasohol dur-
ing refueling. Gasohol may cause
paint damage.
FUEL TANK CAPACITY
60 L (15.9 gal., 13.2 Imp. gal.) The fuel pump shut off system stops sup-
plying fuel to the engine to minimize the
risk of fuel leakage when the engine stalls
or an airbag inflates upon collision. To
restart the engine after the fuel pump shut
off system activates, turn the ignition
switch to “ACC” or “LOCK” once and start
it.
CAUTION
Inspect the ground under the vehicle
before restarting the engine. If you
find that liquid has leaked onto the
ground, it is the fuel system has
been damaged and it is in need of
repair. In this case, do not restart the
engine.
If you plan to drive your Toyota in
another country...
First,
comply with the vehicle registration
laws.
Second, confirm the availability of the cor-
rect fuel (unleaded and minimum octane
number).
Fuel pump shut off system Operation in foreign countries

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Waxing your Toyota
Polishing and waxing is recommended
to maintain the original beauty of your
Toyota’s finish.
Apply wax once a month or if the vehicle
surface does not repel water well.1. Always wash and dry the vehicle be- fore you begin waxing, even if you are
using a combined cleaner and wax.
2. Use a good quality polish and wax. If the finish has become extremely weath-
ered, use a car −cleaning polish, fol-
lowed by a separate wax. Carefully fol-
low the manufacturer ’s instructions and
precautions. Be sure to polish and wax
the chrome trim as well as the paint.
Windshield washer nozzles: Make sure
that the nozzles do not become blocked
when waxing. If a nozzle becomes
blocked, contact your Toyota dealer to
have the vehicle serviced.
NOTICE
If a nozzle becomes blocked, do not
try to clear it with a pin or other
object. The nozzle will be damaged.
Exterior lights: Do not apply wax on the
surfaces of the lights. Wax may cause
damage to the lenses. If you accidentally
put wax on the light surfaces, wipe or
wash it off. 3. Wax the vehicle again when water does not bead but remains on the sur-
face in large patches.
NOTICE
Always remove the plastic bumpers if
your vehicle is repainted and placed
in a high heat paint waxing booth.
High temperatures could damage the
bumpers.
CAUTION
Vehicles with side airbags and cur-
tain shield airbags:
Be careful not to splash water or
spill liquid on the floor. This may
prevent the side airbag and curtain
shield airbag from activating cor-
rectly, resulting in serious injury.
Do not wash the vehicle floor with
water, or allow water to get onto
the floor when cleaning the vehicle
interior or exterior. Water may get
into audio components or other
electrical components above or un-
der the floor carpet (or mat) and
cause a malfunction; and it may
cause body corrosion.
Vinyl interior
The vinyl upholstery may be easily
cleaned with a mild soap or detergent
and water.
Cleaning the interior

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19. RR DOOR 20 A: Power window (rear
right door)
20. S/ROOF 25 A: Electric moon roof
21. CIG 15 A: No circuit
22. ACC 7.5 A: Audio system, power out-
lets, power rear view mirror control,
automatic transmission shift lock sys-
tem, main body ECU, clock, rear seat
entertainment system
23. MIR HTR 10 A: Outside rear view mir-
ror heaters
24. PWR OUTLET 15 A: Power outlets
25. RR FOG 10 A: No circuit
26. IGN 7.5 A: SRS airbag system, multi-
port fuel injection system/sequential
multiport fuel injection system, front
passenger occupant classification sys-
tem, starting system
27. GAUGE2 7.5 A: Meters and gauges
28. DEF 30 A: Rear window defogger,
“MIR HTR” fuses
29. P/SEAT 30 A: Power seat
30. POWER 30 A: Power windows

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“ABS” warning light127
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“AUTO LSD” system 151
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Active torque control 4WD system 148 . . . . .
Adding washer fluid 386
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Adjustment
Front seats 36,37
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Rear/second seat 39
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Seat belt 53
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Air conditioning filter 252
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Air conditioning system
Automatic air conditioning system 244 . . . .
Manual air conditioning system 238 . . . . . .
Airbags 64,71,81
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Aluminum wheel precautions 380
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Anti −glare inside rear view mirror 110 . . . . . .
Anti −theft steering column lock 140 . . . . . . . .
Appearance care
Cleaning the interior 349
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Protecting your Toyota from corrosion 346
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Washing and waxing 347
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Armrest 51
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Audio system 170
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Audio system
AUX 188
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Audio/video system 191
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Audio/video system operating tips 229 . . . . . .
Automatic air conditioning system 244 . . . . . . Automatic transmission
Driving with an automatic transmission 141,145
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Shift lock override button 342
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Shift pattern 141,145
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Shifting speed 141,145
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Automatic transmission fluid temperature warning light 127 . . . . . . .
AUX 188
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Auxiliary box 259,260
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Auxiliary catch, Engine hood 27
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Back door 26
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Battery
Checking battery condition 382
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Gas caution 382
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Handling safety 382
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Recharging precautions 384
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Winter driving tips 309
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Before starting the engine 306
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Bottle holders 263
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Brake pad wear limit indicators 287 . . . . . . . .
Brake system 283
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Brake system warning light 127
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Brakes
Fluid level 371
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Pad wear limit indicators 287
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Parking 165
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Break −in tips 277
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Brightness control 116
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C
Carbon monoxide caution 281
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Cargo and luggage
Capacity 300
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Capacity and distribution 302
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Stowage precautions 301
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Cargo net 269
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Certification label 289
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Charging system warning light 127
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Checking and replacing fuses 384
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Checking and replacing the air conditioning filter 252
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Checking brake fluid 371
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Checking the engine oil level 368
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Checking the radiator and
condenser 371
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Child restraint
Child restraint system 86
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Installation 88
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Installation with child restraint lower anchorages 104
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Precautions 85
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Types of child restraint system 87 . . . . . . . .
Using a top strap 100
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Cleaning the interior 349
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Clock 256
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Cold weather
Operation 309
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Compact disc changer 170
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Compact disc changer controller 170 . . . . . . .
Compact disc player 170
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Condenser
Checking the condenser 371
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Console box
Rear 261
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RadiatorChecking the radiator 371 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Coolant, Engine 370 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Radio 170 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear audio/video system
Rear seat entertainment system 191 . . . . .
Rear cargo net 269 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear console box 261 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear cup holder 262 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear seat
Third seat entry 40 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear seat precautions 38 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear step bumper 289 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear view mirror
Anti −glare inside 110 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear view mirrors
Folding 110 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Outside 108 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power 109 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear window and outside rear view
mirror defogger switch 122 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear window wiper and washer switch 121 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear/second seat 39 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Remote controls 189 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners 404 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Roof luggage carrier 272 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Seat adjustment precautions
Front seats 35 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seat belt extender 60 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seat belts
Cleaning 349 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fastening 53 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seat belt precautions 53 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seat belt pretensioners 62 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seat heater switch 52 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seating capacity 300 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seats 34 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Second seat 40 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Separation net fixing hook 268 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Service and maintenance 354 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Service reminder indicator 127 . . . . . . . . . . . .
Side door locks 22 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Side doors 22 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Side vents 251 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Spare fuse 384 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Spare tire 326 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Spark plugs
Iridium −tipped spark plugs 283 . . . . . . . . . .
Specifications 392 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SRS driver airbag and front
passenger airbag 64 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SRS side airbags and curtain shield airbags 71 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SRS warning light 127 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Starting
Cold weather 306 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine 306 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Jump starting 321 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Steering
Adjusting steering wheel 108 . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electric power steering system 287 . . . . . .
Steering column
Column lock 140
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Sun visors 111
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Suspension and chassis 291
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Switch
Emergency flasher 115
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Headlight, dimmer and turn signal 114 . . . .
Ignition 140
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Outside rear view mirror defogger 122 . . . .
Rear window defogger 122
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Rear window wiper and washer 121 . . . . . .
Windshield wiper and washer 120 . . . . . . . .
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Tachometer 125
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Telescopic steering column 108
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Theft prevention labels 291
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Three −way catalytic converters 280 . . . . . . . .
Tie −down hooks 263
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Tilt steering wheel 108
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Tire pressure warning light 127,161 . . . . . . . .
Tire pressure warning system 161
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