engine TOYOTA RAV4 2011 XA30 / 3.G Quick Reference Guide

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OVERVIEW
FEATURES/OPERATIONS
SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
Engine maintenance9Fuel tank door release and cap 8Hood release 8Indicator symbols 4-5Instrument cluster 4
Instrument panel 2-3Keyless entry* 6Smart Key system* 7
Active torque control 4WD (4WD models) 11Air Conditioning/Heating 18-19Audio 20-21Automatic Transmission 10Clock 19Cruise control 23
Door locks16
Downhill Assist Control (DAC) 22
Hill-start Assist Control (HAC) 23Light control-Instrument panel19Lights & turn signals 14Moonroof 16Parking brake 10Power outlets-12V DC 22Power outlets-120V AC 22Seat adjustments-Front 12Seat adjustments-Second row seats 12Seat heaters18Seats-Folding down second row seats 13Seats-Head restraints 11Seats-S

towing third row seats 13Telephone controls (Bluetooth®)17Tilt and telescopic steering wheel 17
VSC OFF button 16Windows-Power 15
Windshield wipers & washers15
Doors-Child safety locks 24Seat belts 24Seat belts-Shoulder belt anchor 24Spare tire & tools 25
Tire Pressure Monitoring (warning) System 24
OVERVIEW
FEATURES/OPERATIONS
SAFETY AND
EMERGENCY FEATURES
INDEX
* Visit your Toyota dealer for information on customizing this feature.

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Instrument panel
Steering wheel controls
Steering wheel audio controls1
Telephone controls1
Trip information display switch
Speech command button1
Cruise control
Headlight, turn signal and fog light1 control
Wiper and washer controls
Four-wheel drive lock switch (4WD models)
Audio system/Navigation system
1,2
Emergency flasher switch
Air Conditioning controls
“ENGINE START STOP” button (Smart Key)
1
Engine immobilizer indicator
Front passenger seat belt reminder light
Clock and Air Conditioning display
Without telephone controls
With telephone controls

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Open door warning
Tachometer
Service indicator and reminder
Speedometer
Engine coolant temperature
Fuel gauge
Odometer, two trip meters and trip information display
Automatic Transmission shift position indicator
Odometer/trip meter switch and trip meter reset button
Instrument cluster
Charging system warning1
Low engine oil pressure warning1
Brake system warning1
Malfunction/Check Engine indicator1
Engine oil replacement reminder1
Indicator symbols
Driver/Front passenger seat belt reminder
(alarm will sound if speed is over 12 mph)
Low fuel level warning
1If indicator does not turn off within a few seconds of starting engine, there may be a
malfunction. Have vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
2For details, refer to “Four-wheel drive lock switch,” Section 2-4, 2011 Owner’s Manual.

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OVERVIEW
FEATURES/OPERATIONS
SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
Smart Key system (if equipped)
Start function
NOTE:Gear shift lever must be in Park and brake pedal depressed.
Push Depress
brake pedal Carrying
Green indicator ON
Without depressing the brake pedal, pressing the “ENGINE START STOP”
switch will change the operation mode in succession from:
* Driver door unlocking function can be programmed to unlock driver door
only, or all doors. Grasping passenger door handle will unlock all doors.
NOTE:Doors may also be locked/unlocked using remote.
Power (without starting engine)
Accessories such as the radio will operate.
Power ON; the engine not running.
All systems OFF.
ACCESSORY
ON
OFF
Back door lock/unlock
Locking operationUnlocking operation
Carry remote to lockCarry remote to unlock
Front door lockFront door unlock*
Push
Grasp
Push
Grasp Carry remote
to lock/unlock

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OVERVIEW
NOTE:Tighten until one click is heard. If the cap is not tightened enough,
Check Engine “ ” indicator may illuminate.
Fuel tank door release and cap
Pull upTu r n t o o p e n
Store
Driver seat
Hood release
PullPull up latch
and raise hood
Engage support rod

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FEATURES/OPERATIONS
SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES

Engine coolant reservoir
Engine oil filler cap
Engine oil level dipstick
Windshield and back window washer fluid tank
NOTE: Regularly scheduled maintenance, including oil changes, will
help extend the life of your vehicle and maintain performance.
Please refer to the “Warranty Maintenance Guide.”
V6 (2GR-FE) engine
Engine maintenance
4 cylinder (2AR-FE) engine

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Automatic Transmission
* The ignition/“ENGINE START STOP” switch must be “ON” and the brake
pedal depressed to shift from Park.
Downshifting increases power going uphill, or provides engine braking
downhill. For best fuel economy during normal driving conditions, always
drive with the shift lever in the “D” position.
Park*
Reverse
Neutral
Drive
Third gear
Second gear
First gear
4-speed models
5-speed models
Park*
Reverse
Neutral
Drive
Third gear
Second gear
First gear
Fourth gear
Parking brake
Pull(2) Push(1) Pull slightly
(3) Lower
Set Release
FEATURES/OPERATIONS

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OVERVIEW
FEATURES/OPERATIONS
SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
Auto lock functions
Four-wheel drive lock switch
Push the switch to ensure that the engine torque is applied to the four
wheels.
NOTE: Should ONLY be used when wheel spinning occurs on loose or
unpaved surfaces.
Refer to the Owner’s Manualfor more details.
Active torque control 4WD
(4WD models)
Seats-Head restraints
Front seatsSecond row seats
Third row seats
(if equipped)
Lock release button
Lock release button
Lock release button

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Rear console
NOTE:Ignition switch/“ENGINE START STOP” switch must be in the “ON”
position to be used.
Power outlets-12V DC
Instrument panelInside center console
NOTE:Designed for car accessories. Ignition switch/“ENGINE START STOP”
switch must be in the “ACC” or “ON” position to be used.
FEATURES/OPERATIONS
Luggage compartment
Power outlets-120V AC (if equipped)
DAC helps the vehicle to descend steep hills while maintaining a low speed
without brake pedal operation. Press the “DAC” button (indicator will
blink). Shift into L or R to activate (indicator will be solid). Pressing the
button again will turn system off.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
Downhill Assist Control (DAC)
(if equipped)