brake fluid TOYOTA RAV4 2008 XA30 / 3.G User Guide

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1. Fuse blocks
2. Engine coolant reservoir
3. Engine oil filler cap
4. Brake fluid reservoir
5. Battery
6. Radiator
7. Condenser
8. Electric cooling fans
9. Engine oil level dipstick
10. Windshield and rear window washer fluid tank

3.5 L V6 (2GRFE) engine

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Tools:
Funnel (only for adding coolant)
CHECKING BRAKE FLUID
Parts (if level is low):
SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3
brake fluid
Tools:
Rag or paper towel
Funnel (only for adding fluid)
CHECKING BATTERY CONDITION
Tools:
Warm water
Baking soda
Grease
Conventional wrench (for terminal
clamp bolts)
CHECKING AND REPLACING FUSES
Parts (if replacement is necessary):
Fuse with same amperage rating as
original ADDING WASHER FLUID
Parts:
Water
Washer fluid containing antifreeze
(for winter use)
Tools:
Funnel
REPLACING LIGHT BULBS
Parts:
Bulb with same number and wattage
rating as original (See charts in
“Replacing light bulbs” on page 422 in
Section 7 −3.)
Tools:
Screwdriver
Front
Rear
Positioning a floor jack

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DOITYOURSELF MAINTENANCE
Engine and Chassis
Checking the engine oil level404
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Checking the engine coolant level 406
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Checking the radiator and condenser 407
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Checking brake fluid 407
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Checking tire inflation pressure 408
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Checking and replacing tires 410
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Rotating tires 412
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Installing snow tires and chains 413
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Replacing wheels 415
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Aluminum wheel precautions 416
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SECTION 7 2

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Toyota recommends “Toyota Super Long
Life Coolant”, which has been tested to
ensure that it will not cause corrosion nor
result in malfunction of your engine
coolant system with proper usage. “Toyota
Super Long Life Coolant” is formulated
with long−life hybrid organic acid
technology and has been specifically
designed to avoid engine cooling system
malfunction on Toyota vehicles.
Please contact your Toyota dealer for
further details. If any of the above parts are extremely
dirty or you are not sure of their condi-
tion, take your vehicle to a Toyota dealer.
CAUTION
To prevent burning yourself, be care-
ful not to touch the radiator or con-
denser when the engine is hot.
NOTICE
To prevent damage to the radiator
and condenser, do not perform the
work by yourself.
To check the fluid level, simply look at
the seethrough reservoir. The level
should be between the “MAX” and
“MIN” lines on the reservoir.
It is normal for the brake fluid level to go
down slightly as the brake pads wear. So
be sure to keep the reservoir filled.
If the reservoir needs frequent refi
lling, it
may indicate a serious mechanical prob-
lem.
If the level is low, add SAE J1703 or
FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 brake fluid to the
brake reservoir.
Checking the radiator and
condenser Checking brake fluid

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Remove and replace the reservoir cap by
hand. Fill the brake fluid to the dotted
line. This brings the fluid to the correct
level when you put the cap back on.
Use only newly opened brake fluid. Once
opened, brake fluid absorbs moisture from
the air, and excess moisture can cause a
dangerous loss of braking.
CAUTION
Take care when filling the reservoir
because brake fluid can harm your
hands or eyes. If fluid gets on your
hands or in your eyes, flush the af-
fected area with clean water immedi-
ately. If you still feel uncomfortable
with your hands or eyes, go to the
doctor.
NOTICE
If you spill some of the fluid, be sure
to wipe it off to prevent it from dam-
aging the parts or paintwork.
Keep your tire inflation pressures
at the proper level.
The recommended cold tire inflation
pressures, tire sizes and the com-
bined weight of occupants and cargo
(vehicle capacity weight) are de-
scribed on page 428 and 433. They
are also on the tire and loading infor-
mation label.
You should check the tire inflation
pressure every two weeks, or at least
once a month. And do not forget the
spare!
Checking tire inflation
pressure

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REAR DIFFERENTIAL
(fourwheel drive models)
Oil capacity, L (qt., Imp. qt.):0.5 (0.5, 0.4)
Oil type: Hypoid gear oil API GL −5
Recommended oil viscosity: Above −18 C (0 F)
SAE 90
Below −18 C (0 F)
SAE 80W or 80W −90
BRAKES
Minimum pedal clearance when depressed
with a force of 490 N (50 kgf, 110 lbf)
with the engine running, mm (in.): 2.4 L 4 −cylinder (2AZ −FE) engine
Without third seat 95 (3.7)
With third seat 120 (4.7)
3.5 L V6 (2GR −FE) engine 120 (4.7)
Pedal free play, mm (in.): 1—6 (0.04—0.24)
Pad wear limit, mm (in.): 1.0 (0.04)
Parking brake adjustment when pulled with
the force of 200 N (21 kgf, 45 lbf): 6—8 clicks
Fluid type: SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 STEERING
Wheel free play:
Less than 30 mm (1.2 in.)

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“ABS” warning light129
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“AUTO LSD” system 153
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Active torque control 4WD system 150 . . . . .
Adding washer fluid 422
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Adjustment
Front seats 36,37
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Rear/second seat 41
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Seat belt 53
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Air conditioning filter 284
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Air conditioning system
Automatic air conditioning system 276 . . . .
Manual air conditioning system 270 . . . . . .
Airbags 64,71,81
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Aluminum wheel precautions 416
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Anti −glare inside rear view mirror 110 . . . . . .
Anti −theft steering column lock 142 . . . . . . . .
Appearance care
Cleaning the interior 386
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Protecting your Toyota from corrosion 382
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Washing and waxing 383
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Armrest 51
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Audio system 172
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Audio system
AUX 191
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Audio/video system 194
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Audio/video system operating tips 232 . . . . . .
Automatic air conditioning system 276 . . . . . .
Automatic transmission
Driving with an automatic transmission 143,147
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Shift lock override button 378
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143,147
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Shifting speed 143,147
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Automatic transmission fluid
temperature warning light 129
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AUX 191
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Auxiliary box 291,292
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Auxiliary catch, Engine hood 27
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B
Back door 26
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Battery
Checking battery condition 418
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Gas caution 418
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Handling safety 418
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Recharging precautions 420
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Winter driving tips 346
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Before starting the engine 342
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Bluetooth  239
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Bottle holders 295
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Brake pad wear limit indicators 319 . . . . . . . .
Brake system 316
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Brake system warning light 129
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Brakes
Fluid level 407
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Pad wear limit indicators 319
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Parking 167
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Break −in tips 309
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Brightness control 116
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C
Carbon monoxide caution 313
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Cargo and luggage
Capacity 335
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Capacity and distribution 337
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Stowage precautions 336
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Cargo net 300
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Certification label 321
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Charging system warning light 129
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Checking and replacing fuses 420
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Checking and replacing the air conditioning filter 284
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Checking brake fluid 407
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Checking the engine oil level 404
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Checking the radiator and
condenser 407
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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 386
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Clock 288
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Cold weather
Operation 346
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Compact disc changer 172
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Compact disc changer controller 172 . . . . . . .
Compact disc player 172
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Condenser
Checking the condenser 407
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Engine oil replacement reminder light 129 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine switch 142 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Exhaust gas caution 313 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
F
“4WD” warning light 129
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Facts about engine oil consumption 314 . . . .
Flasher, Headlight 114
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Flat tire
After changing wheels 372
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Changing tire 367
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If you have a flat tire 361
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Jack point 366
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Jacking precautions 361
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Jacking up 366
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Loosening wheel nuts 365
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Lowering vehicle 368
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Reinstalling w heel ornament 371
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Removing wheel ornament 364
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Stowing flat tire 369
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Wheel block 364
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Wheel nuts 367
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Floor mat 304
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Fluid level
Brake 407
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Washer fluid 422
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Fog light switch, Front 117
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Foreign countries, Operation in 311 . . . . . . . .
Four −wheel drive system 150
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Front cup holder 294
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Front fog light switch 117
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classification system 81
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Front passenger ’s seat belt
reminder buzzer 129
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Front passenger ’s seat belt
reminder light 129
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Front seat
Seatback flattening 38,39
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Front seats 35,36,37
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Fuel
Filler door opener 28
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Fuel economy 353
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Fuel pump shut off system 311
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Gauge 126
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Operation in foreign countries 311 . . . . . . .
Tank cap 28
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Fuel information 309
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Fuel pump shut off system 311
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Fuse
Fuse box 420
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Fuse locations 398
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G
Gauge
Engine coolant temperature 126 . . . . . . . . .
Fuel 126 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Glove box 291 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Good driving practice 143,147 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Grocery bag hooks 296 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Hands−free phone system 239 . . . . . . . . . . . .
Hazard switch 116 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Head restraints 51 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Headlight switch 114 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
High speed operation
During break −in 309 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Hill −start assist control system 161 . . . . . . . .
Hood release, Engine 27 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
How to start the engine 342 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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I/M test 394
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Identification
Engine 322
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Tire 325
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Vehicle 321
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Ignition switch 142
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Illuminated entry system 119
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Indicator symbols 9
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Installing front towing eyelet 376
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Instrument panel
Brightness control 116
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Clock 288
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Fuel gauge 126
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Indicator symbols 9
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Odometer 127
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Tachometer 127
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Trip meter 127
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Instrument panel light control 116
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Instrument panel overview 2,8
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