sensor TOYOTA RAV4 2017 XA40 / 4.G Repair Manual

6188-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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*1: Parking brake engaged warning buzzer:A buzzer will sound if the vehicle is driven at a speed of approximately
3 mph (5 km/h) or more.
*2: Driver’s seat belt warning buzzer:The driver’s seat belt warning buzzer sounds to alert the driver that his or
her seat belt is not fastened. Once the engine switch is turned to the “ON”
position (vehicles without smart key system) or IGNITION ON mode (vehi-
cles with smart key system), the buzzer sounds for 6 seconds. If the vehi-
cle reaches a speed of 12 mph (20 km/h), the buzzer sounds once. If the
seat belt is still unfastened after 24 seconds, the buzzer will sound intermit-
tently for 6 seconds. Then, if the seat belt is still unfastened, the buzzer will
sound in a different tone for 90 more seconds.
Front passenger’s seat belt warning buzzer:
The front passenger’s seat belt warning buzzer sounds to alert the front
passenger that his or her seat belt is not fastened. The buzzer sounds
once if the vehicle reaches a speed of 12 mph (20 km/h). If the seat belt is
still unfastened after 24 seconds, the buzzer will sound intermittently for 6
seconds. Then, if the seat belt is still unfastened, the buzzer will sound in a
different tone for 90 more seconds.
Rear passengers’ seat belt warning buzzer:
The rear passengers’ seat belt warning buzzer sounds to alert the rear
passengers that his or her seat belt is not fastened. The buzzer sounds
intermittently for 6 seconds after the vehicle reaches a speed of 12 mph
(20 km/h). Then, if the seat belt is still unfastened, the buzzer will sound in
a different tone for 24 more seconds.
*3: The corner and center indicators flash after the indicator for the malfunc-tioning sensor flashes and the vehicle indicator turns off while the buzzer
sounds for approximately 7 seconds.
Tire pressure warning light (if equipped) When the light comes on:
Low tire inflation pressure such as
• Natural causes ( →P. 620)
• Flat tire ( →P. 641)
→ Adjust the tire inflatio n pressure to the specified
level.
The light will turn off after a few minutes. In case the
light does not turn off even if the tire inflation pres-
sure is adjusted, have the system checked by your
Toyota dealer.
When the light comes on after blinking for 1 minute:
Malfunction in the tire pressure warning system
→ Have the system checked by your Toyota dealer.
Warning lightWarning light/Details/Actions

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When trouble arises
*4: The corner and center indicators turn on and remain on after the indicatorfor the malfunctioning sensor turns on, and the vehicle indicator turns off
while the buzzer sounds for approximately 7 seconds.
■ SRS warning light
This warning light system monitors the airbag sensor assembly, front impact
sensors, side impact sensors (front door), side impact sensors (rear), driver’s
seat position sensor, driver’s seat belt buckle switch, front passenger occu-
pant classification system, “AIR BAG ON” indicator light, “AIR BAG OFF” indi-
cator light, front passenger’s seat belt buckle switch, driver’s seat belt
pretensioner, front passenger’s seat belt pretensioner and force limiter, air-
bags, interconnecting wiring and power sources. ( →P. 38)
■ Front passenger detection sensor, seat belt reminder and warning
buzzer
● If luggage is placed on the front passenger seat, the front passenger de\
tec-
tion sensor may cause the warning light to flash and the warning buzzer to
sound even if a passenger is not sitting in the seat.
● If a cushion is placed on the seat, the sensor may not detect a passenger,
and the warning light may not operate properly.
■ If the malfunction indicator la mp comes on while driving
First check the following:
● Is the fuel tank empty?
If it is, fill the fuel tank immediately.
● Is the fuel tank cap loose?
If it is, tighten it securely.
The light will go off after several driving trips.
If the light does not go off even after several trips, contact your Toyota dealer
as soon as possible.

6278-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
Indicates that the driver’s door was opened with
the shift position in any position other than PA buzzer also sounds.
→ Shift the shift position to P.
Indicates that one or more of the doors or the
back door is not fully closed
The system also indicates which doors are not
fully closed.
If the vehicle reaches a speed of 3 mph (5 km/h),
flashes and a buzzer sounds to indicate
that the door(s) are not yet fully closed.
→ Make sure that all the doors are closed.
(If equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the intuitive parking
assist
All the sensor lights flash.
A buzzer also sounds.
→ Have the vehicle inspect ed by your Toyota
dealer.
(If equipped)
Indicates that an intuitive parking assist sensor is
dirty or covered with ice
All the sensor lights flash.
A buzzer also sounds.
→ Clean the sensor.
Warning messageDetails/Actions
(Flashes)

6298-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
Indicates that the engine coolant temperature is
too highA buzzer also sounds.
→ P. 662
Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging
system.
→Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place
and contact your Toyota dealer. Continuing
to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.
(If equipped)
Indicates that the radar sensor is dirty or covered
with ice A buzzer also sounds.
→ Clean the sensor.
(If equipped)
Indicates that the dynamic radar cruise control
system cannot be used temporarily due to bad
weather
A buzzer also sounds.
→ Use the radar cruise control system when it
becomes available again.
Warning messageDetails/Actions

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(If equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the smart key systemA buzzer also sounds.
→ Have the vehicle inspect ed by your Toyota
dealer.
(If equipped)
Indicates that a Blind Spot Monitor sensor or the
surrounding area on the bumper is dirty or cov-
ered with ice A buzzer also sounds.
→ Clean the sensor and its surrounding area
on the bumper.
(If equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the cruise control sys-
tem or dynamic radar cruise control system (if
equipped) Press the “ON-OFF” button once to deactivate
the system, and then press the button again to
reactivate the system.
A buzzer also sounds.
→ Have the vehicle inspect ed by your Toyota
dealer.
(If equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the LDA (Lane Depar-
ture Alert with steering control) system
A buzzer also sounds.
→ Have the vehicle inspect ed by your Toyota
dealer.
Warning messageDetails/Actions
(Amber)

6318-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
(If equipped)
The operation conditions of the camera sensor
(temperature, etc.) are not met.
→When the operation c onditions of the cam-
era sensor (temperature, etc.) are met, the
following systems will become available.
• PCS (Pre-Collision System)
• LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering con- trol) system
• Dynamic radar cruise control
• Automatic High Beam
(If equipped)
Indicates that dirt, rain, condensation, ice, snow,
etc., are present on the windshield in front of the
camera sensor The following systems will be temporarily unus-
able.
• PCS (Pre-Collision System)
• LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering con-
trol) system
• Dynamic radar cruise control
• Automatic High Beam
→ Turn the system off, remove any dirt, rain,
condensation, ice, snow, etc., from the
windshield, and then turn the system back
on.
(If equipped)
The LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering con-
trol) system is temporarily canceled due to a mal-
function in a sensor other than the camera
sensor.
A buzzer also sounds.
→ Turn the LDA system off and follow the
appropriate troubleshooting procedures
for warning message. Afterward, drive the
vehicle for a short time, and then turn the
LDA system back on.
(If equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the pre-collision sys-
tem
A buzzer also sounds.
→ Have the vehicle inspect ed by your Toyota
dealer.
Warning messageDetails/Actions
(Amber) (Flashes)
(Amber) (Flashes)
(Amber)
(Flashes)

6358-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
*: Refer to the separate “Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or “Owner’s ManualSupplement” for the maintenance interval applicable to your vehicle.
Indicates that all maintenance is required to cor-
respond to the driven distance on the mainte-
nance schedule
*.
Comes on approximately 5000 miles (8000 km)
after the message has been reset. (The mes-
sage will not display properly unless the mes-
sage has been reset.)
→ Perform the necessary maintenance.
Please reset the message after the mainte-
nance is performed. ( →P. 543)
(If equipped)
Indicates that, since the VSC (Vehicle Stability
Control) system was turned off, the pre-collision
brake system operation is stopped
→Turn the VSC on. ( →P. 310)
(If equipped)
Indicates that the pre-collision system is tempo-
rarily unavailable
→Please wait until the system returns. If the
message does not disappear, the system
may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle
inspected by your Toyota dealer immedi-
ately.
(If equipped)
Indicates that part of the PCS (Pre-Collision Sys-
tem) sensor is dirty, covered with ice, etc.
A buzzer also sounds.
→ Remove any dirt, ice, etc.
Warning messageDetails/Actions
(Flashes)
(Flashes)

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6979-2. Customization
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Vehicle specifications
■Power back door*1 (→ P. 113)
*1: If equipped
*2: When the towing hitch is installed, the touchless sensor does not work.
*3: The open position is set by the power back door switch. ( →P. 118)
FunctionDefault settingCustomized
setting
Touchless Sensor*1, 2OnOff—OO
Opening angle51 to 4—O—User setting*3
Operation buzzer volume31—O—2
Operation buzzer
When the
back door begins to
operate: On
While the back door is operat-
ing: Off
All on
——O
All off
When the
back door begins to
operate: Off
While the back door is operat- ing: On
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9-2. Customization
■Intuitive parking assist*1, 2 (→P. 277)
*1: If equipped
*2: Vehicles with 8 sensor type only
■
Automatic light control system ( →P. 213)
*: If equipped
■
Lights (→ P. 213)
*: U.S.A. only
FunctionDefault settingCustomized
setting
Detection distance of the front
center sensor Far Near O—O
Detection distance of the rear
center sensor Far Near O
—O
Buzzer volume Level 3 Level 1 to 5 O
—O
Display setting All sensors
displayed Display off O
—O
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FunctionDefault settingCustomized
setting
Light sensor sensitivity*Standard-2 to 2O—O
Time elapsed before the
headlights automatically turn
off after the doors are closed30
seconds
Off
O—O60 seconds
90 seconds
Automatic High Beam*OnOff——O
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FunctionDefault settingCustomized
setting
Daytime running lights*OnOffO—O
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725Alphabetical index
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Automatic High Beam ............. 217
Automatic light control system .................................... 216
Automatic transmission.......... 203 If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P ..................... 209
Paddle shift switches ........... 206
AUX port ........................... 330, 393
Auxiliary box ............................ 507
Back door
Back door.............................. 113
Jam protection function......... 121
Power back door ................... 116
Touchless power back door .................................... 115
Wireless remote control .......... 99
Back-up lights Replacing light bulbs............. 599
Wattage ................................ 676
Battery ...................................... 561 Battery checking ................... 561
If the vehicle battery
is discharged ...................... 658
Preparing and checking before winter....................... 314
Warning light/ message ............................. 629
Bluetooth
®........................ 384, 472
Audio system ................ 376, 439
Hands-free system (for cellular phone) ..... 379, 441
Registering a Bluetooth
® device....... 365, 432
Selecting a Bluetooth®
device ......................... 367, 434
Wireless communication ........... 359, 427
Bluetooth
® audio ............. 376, 439 Bluetooth
® phone
(audio system)....................... 359
Deleting the call history ........ 373
Making a call......................... 379
Managing speed dials........... 372
Managing the contacts ......... 374
Phone settings ...................... 366
Receiving a call .................... 381
Speaking on the phone......... 379
Bluetooth
® phone (Entune Audio)
Deleting the call history ........ 458
Making a call......................... 443
Managing the contacts ......... 462
Message function ................. 450
Phone settings ...................... 456
Receiving a call .................... 446
Speaking on the phone......... 447
Bottle holders .......................... 507
Brake Fluid ...................................... 560
Parking brake ....................... 212
Warning light/message..................... 615, 626
Brake assist ............................. 307
Break-in tips............................. 167
Brightness control Instrument panel light
control .................................. 86
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ....... 297 Blind Spot Monitor
function............................... 301
Rear Cross Traffic Alert function............................... 304
Care .................................. 536, 539 Aluminum wheels ................. 537
Exterior ................................. 536
Interior .................................. 539
Radar sensor ................ 234, 300
Seat belts.............................. 540
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