tire pressure TOYOTA RAV4 2011 XA30 / 3.G Owners Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTSIndex
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Security and system setup ................................ 296
Using the phone book ........ 299
3-4. Using the interior lights Interior lights list ................. 307
• Personal/interior light main switch ...................... 308
• Personal/interior lights...... 308
• Interior light ...................... 309
• Luggage compartment light .................................. 309
3-5. Using the storage features List of storage features....... 311
• Glove box ......................... 312
• Console box ..................... 313
• Overhead console ............ 314
• Cup holders ...................... 315
• Bottle holders ................... 316
• Auxiliary box ..................... 318
3-6. Other interior features Sun visors .......................... 319
Vanity mirrors ..................... 320
Clock .................................. 321
Power outlets ..................... 322
Seat heaters ....................... 327
Armrest............................... 329
Coat hooks ......................... 330
Floor mat ............................ 331
Luggage compartment features ............................ 332 4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior ........... 338
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior ............ 341
4-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements .................... 344
General maintenance ......... 346
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs .......................... 349
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions ....................... 350
Hood ................................... 354
Positioning a floor jack........ 356
Engine compartment .......... 358
Tires.................................... 373
Tire inflation pressure ......... 380
Wheels................................ 384
Air conditioning filter ........... 386
Key battery ......................... 388
Checking and replacing fuses ................................. 392
Light bulbs .......................... 404
5-1. Essential information Emergency flashers ............ 414
4Maintenance and care
5When trouble arises

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Tires
●Rotation
● Replacement
● Inflation pressure
● Information
P. 373
P. 438
P. 484
P. 489
Back door P. 46
Rear turn signal lights P. 153
Stop/tail and rear side
marker lights
P. 165
Rear
window
wiper
P. 171
License plate lights P. 165
Side doors P. 42
Rear
window
defogger

P. 240
License
plate light
P. 165
With spare tire Spare tire
P. 438
Fuel filler door P. 88
Roof luggage carrier 
P. 202

: If equipped

190 2-4. Using other driving systems
CAUTION
■When the VSC is activated
The slip indicator flashes and a warning buzzer sounds. Always drive care-
fully. Reckless driving may cause an accident. Exercise particular care when
the indicator light flashes and a buzzer sounds.
■ When TRAC and VSC are off
Be especially careful and drive at a speed appropriate to the road condi-
tions. As these are systems to ensure vehicle stability and driving force, do
not turn off TRAC and VSC unless necessary.
■ Replacing tires
Make sure that all tires are of the same size, brand, tread pattern and total
load capacity. In addition, make sure that the tires are inflated to the appro-
priate tire pressure level.
The ABS and VSC systems will not function correctly if different tires are fit-
ted on the vehicle.
Contact your Toyota dealer for further information when replacing tires or
wheels.
■ Handling of tires and suspension
Using tires with any kind of problem or modifying the suspension will affect
the driving assist systems, and may cause the system to malfunction.

212 2-5. Driving information
■Tire chain installation
Observe the following precautions when installing and removing chains.
●Install and remove tire chains in a safe location.
● Install tire chains on the front tires.
● Install tire chains following the instructions provided in the accompanying
manual.
CAUTION
■Driving with snow tires
Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of accidents.
Failing to do so may result in a loss of vehicle control and cause death or
serious injury.
●Use tires of the specified size.
● Maintain the recommended level of air pressure.
● Do not drive in excess of 75 mph (120 km/h), regardless of the type of
snow tires being used.
● Snow tires should be installed on all wheels.
● Do not mix tires of different makes, models, tread patterns or treadwear.
■ Driving with tire chains
Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of accidents.
Failing to do so may result in the vehicle being unable to be driven safely,
and may cause death or serious injury.
●Do not drive in excess of the speed limit specified for the tire chains being
used or 30 mph (50 km/h), whichever is lower.
● Avoid driving on bumpy road surfaces or over potholes.
● Avoid sudden turns and braking, as use of chains may adversely affect
vehicle handling.
● Slow down sufficiently before entering a curve to ensure that vehicle con-
trol is maintained.

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2-5. Driving information
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When driving
NOTICE
Vehicles with a tire pressure warning system:
■
Repairing or replacing snow tires
Request repairs of and obtain replacement snow tires from Toyota dealers or
legitimate tire retailers.
This is because the removal and attachment of snow tires affects the opera-
tion of the tire pressure warning valves and transmitters.
■ Fitting tire chains
The tire pressure warning valves and transmitters may not function correctly
when tire chains are fitted.

Maintenance and care4
337
4-1. Maintenance and careCleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior ......... 338
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior .......... 341
4-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements .................. 344
General maintenance....... 346
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs........................ 349
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service precautions .................... 350
Hood ................................ 354
Positioning a floor jack ..... 356
Engine compartment ........ 358
Tires ................................. 373
Tire inflation pressure ...... 380
Wheels ............................. 384
Air conditioning filter......... 386
Key battery ....................... 388
Checking and replacing fuses .............................. 392
Light bulbs........................ 404

348 4-2. Maintenance
Vehicle exterior
ItemsCheck points
Doors • Operate smoothly?
Engine hood • The lock system works properly?
Fluid leaks • Is there any leakage after park-
ing?
Tires • Inflation pressure is correct?
• Tire surfaces not worn or dam-
aged?
• Tires rotated according to the maintenance schedule?
• Wheel nuts are not loose?
CAUTION
■ If the engine is running
Turn the engine off and ensure that there is adequate ventilation before per-
forming maintenance checks.

351
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
ItemsParts and tools
Fuses ( P. 392)• Fuse with same amperage rating
as original
Radiator and condenser (P. 366) 
Tire inflation pressure (
P. 380) • Tire pressure gauge
• Compressed air source
Washer fluid
(P. 372) • Water washer fluid containing
antifreeze (for winter use)
• Funnel
Light bulb (P. 404) • Bulb with same number and watt-
age rating as original
• Flathead screwdriver

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
Tires
Replace or rotate tires in accordance with maintenance sched-
ules and treadwear.
■Checking tires
New tread
Treadwear indicator
Worn tread
The location of treadwear
indicators is shown by the
“TWI” or “ ” marks, etc.,
molded on the sidewall of
each tire.
Check spare tire condition
and inflation pressure if not
rotated.
■Tire rotation
Vehicles with a spare tire of the same wheel type as the installed
tires
Rotate the tires in the order
shown.
To equalize tire wear and
extend tire life, Toyota recom-
mends that tire rotation is
carried out at the same inter-
val as tire inspection.
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374 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Except vehicles with a spare tire of the same wheel type as the
installed tires
Rotate the tires in the order
shown.
To equalize tire wear and
extend tire life, Toyota recom-
mends that tire rotation is
carried out at the same inter-
val as tire inspection.
■The tire pressure warning system (if equipped)
Your Toyota is equipped with a tire pressure warning system that
uses tire pressure warning valves and transmitters to detect low
tire inflation pressure before serious problems arise. (P. 429)
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