oil TOYOTA RAV4 2018 (in English) Owner's Manual

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7-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
WARNING
■Replacing light bulbs
● Turn off the lights. Do not attempt to replace the bulb immediately after
turning off the lights.
The bulbs become very hot and may cause burns.
● Do not touch the glass portion of the light bulb with bare hands. When it is
unavoidable to hold the glass portion, use and hold with a clean dry cloth
to avoid getting moisture and oils on the bulb.
Also, if the bulb is scratched or dropped, it may blow out or crack.
● Fully install light bulbs and any parts used to secure them. Failure to do so
may result in heat damage, fire, or water entering the headlight unit. This
may damage the headlights or cause condensation to build up on the lens.
● Do not attempt to repair or disassemble light bulbs, connectors, electric
circuits or component parts.
Doing so may result in death or serious injury due to electric shock.
● When replacing the back up light of the right side, be careful not to touch
the exhaust pipes until they have cooled down sufficiently, as touching hot
exhaust pipes can cause burns.
■ To prevent damage or fire
● Make sure bulbs are fully seated and locked.
● Check the wattage of the bulb before installing to prevent heat damage.

6368-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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(If equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the BSM (Blind Spot
Monitor) systemA buzzer also sounds.
→ Have the vehicle inspect ed by your Toyota
dealer.
Indicates abnormal engine oil pressure
A buzzer also sounds.
→ Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place
and contact your Toyota dealer.
(AWD models only)
Indicates that the automatic transmission fluid
temperature is too high A buzzer also sounds.
→ Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place
and contact your Toyota dealer.
(AWD models only)
Indicates a malfunction in the AWD system The AWD system turns off and the vehicle
switches to front wheel drive.
A buzzer also sounds.
→ Have the vehicle inspect ed by your Toyota
dealer.
Warning messageDetails/Actions

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9Vehicle specifications
9-1. SpecificationsMaintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) .......... 672
Fuel information ................ 681
Tire information ................. 684
9-2. Customization Customizable features ...... 697
9-3. Initialization Items to initialize ............... 708

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9-1. Specifications
Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.)
*1: Unladen vehicle
*2: Vehicles with raised vehicle height
*3: Vehicles for trailer towing ( →P. 182)
*4: 2WD models
*5: AWD models
Dimensions and weights
Overall length
Without front license
plate garnish181.1 in. (4600 mm)
With front license
plate garnish181.3 in. (4605 mm)
Overall width72.6 in. (1845 mm)
Overall height*1
Without the roof
luggage carrier65.9 in. (1675 mm)
66.3 in. (1685 mm)
*2
With the roof
luggage carrier67.1 in. (1705 mm)
67.5 in. (1715 mm)
*2
Wheelbase104.7 in. (2660 mm)
Front and rear tread17-inch tires61.8 in. (1570 mm)
18-inch tires61.4 in. (1560 mm)
Vehicle capacity weight (Occupants + luggage)900 lb. (410 kg)
Trailer Weight Rating *3
(Trailer weight + cargo
weight)
Without towing
package1500 lb. (680 kg)
With towing package2900 lb. (1315 kg)*4
3500 lb. (1590 kg)*5

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Vehicle specifications
*: The engine oil capacity is a reference quantity to be used when changingthe engine oil. Warm up and turn off the engine, wait more than 5 minutes,
and check the oil level on the dipstick.
■
Engine oil selection
“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is us ed in your Toyota vehicle. Use
Toyota approved “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent to satisfy
the following grade and viscosity.
Oil grade: ILSAC GF-5 multigrade engine oil
Recommended viscosity: SAE 0W-20
SAE 0W-20 is the best choice
for good fuel economy and
good starting in cold weather.
If SAE 0W-20 is not available,
SAE 5W-20 oil may be used.
However, it must be replaced
with SAE 0W-20 at the next oil
change.
Oil viscosity (0W-20 is explained here as an example): • The 0W in 0W-20 indicates the characteristic of the oil which
allows cold startability. Oils with a lower value before the W allow
for easier starting of the engine in cold weather.
• The 20 in 0W-20 indicates the viscosity characteristic of the oil when the oil is at high temperature. An oil with a higher viscosity
(one with a higher value) may be better suited if the vehicle is
operated at high speeds, or under extreme load conditions.
Lubrication system
Oil capacity
(Drain and refill ⎯ Reference
*)
With filter
Without filter4.6 qt. (4.4 L, 3.9 Imp.qt.)
4.2 qt. (4.0 L, 3.5 Imp.qt.)
Outside temperature

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9-1. Specifications
How to read oil container label:
The International Lubricant
Specification Advisory Commit-
tee (ILSAC) Certification Mark
is added to some oil containers
to help you select the oil you
should use.
Cooling system
Capacity
Without towing package:
7.2 qt. (6.8 L, 6.0 Imp. qt.)
With towing package:
7.0 qt. (6.6 L, 5.8 Imp. qt.)
Coolant type
Use either of the following:• “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
• Similar high-quality ethylene glycol-basednon-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite, and
non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid
organic acid technology
Do not use plain water alone.
Ignition system
Spark plug
MakeDENSO SK16HR11
Gap0.043 in. (1.1 mm)
NOTICE
■ Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust the spark plug gap.

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Vehicle specifications
Your Toyota vehicle is filled with “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” at the
factory.
Use Toyota approved “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” or an equivalent
of matching quality to satisfy the above specification. Please contact your
Toyota dealer for further details.
*: The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference.If replacement is necessary, contact your Toyota dealer.
Electrical system
Battery
Open voltage at 68 °F
(20° C):12.3 V or higher
(Voltage is checked 20 minutes after the engine
and all lights are turned off.)
Charging rates5 A max.
Rear differential (AWD models)
Oil capacity0.5 qt. (0.5 L, 0.4 Imp.qt.)
Oil type and viscosityToyota Genuine Differential gear oil LT
75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent
Automatic transaxle
Fluid capacity*6.9 qt. (6.5 L, 5.7 Imp.qt.)
Fluid typeToyota Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE
■Automatic transmission fluid type
Using transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS” may cause
deterioration in shift quality, locking up of your transmission accompanied
by vibration, and ultimately damage the transmission of your vehicle.

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9-1. Specifications
Your Toyota vehicle is filled with “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” at the
factory.
Use Toyota approved “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” or an equivalent
of matching quality to satisfy the above specification. Please contact your
Toyota dealer for further details.
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 110 lbf (490 N,50 kgf) while the engine is running.
*2: Parking brake lever travel when pulled up with a force of 45 lbf (200 N,20 kgf)
Transfer (AWD models)
Oil capacity0.48 qt. (0.45 L, 0.40 Imp.qt.)
Oil type and viscosityToyota Genuine Differential gear oil LT
75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent
Brakes
Pedal clearance*1
15-inch front brake models
3.74 in. (95 mm) Min.
16-inch front brake models
4.02 in. (102 mm) Min.
Pedal free play0.04 ⎯ 0.24 in. (1 ⎯ 6 mm)
Brake pad wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake lever travel*26 ⎯ 8 clicks
Parking brake lining wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Fluid typeSAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3
Steering
Free playLess than 1.2 in. (30 mm)

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Vehicle specifications
Glossary of tire terminology
Tire related termMeaning
Cold tire inflation pres-
sure
Tire pressure when the vehicle has been
parked for three hours or more, or has not
been driven more than 1 mile or 1.5 km under
that condition
Maximum inflation
pressureThe maximum cold inflated pressure to which
a tire may be inflated, shown on the sidewall
of the tire
Recommended infla-
tion pressureCold tire inflation pressure recommended by a
manufacturer
Accessory weight
The combined weight (in excess of those stan-
dard items which may be replaced) of auto-
matic transmission, power steering, power
brakes, power windows, power seats, radio
and heater, to the extent that these items are
available as factory-installed equipment
(whether installed or not)
Curb weight
The weight of a motor vehicle with standard
equipment, including the maximum capacity of
fuel, oil and coolant, and if so equipped, air
conditioning and additional weight optional
engine
Maximum loaded vehi-
cle weight
The sum of:
(a) Curb weight
(b) Accessory weight
(c) Vehicle capacity weight
(d) Production options weight
Normal occupant
weight150 lb. (68 kg) times the number of occupants
specified in the second column of Table 1
*
that follows
Occupant distributionDistribution of occupants in a vehicle as speci-
fied in the third column of Table 1
* below

732Alphabetical index
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Emergency flashers ................ 608
Engine“ACC” position ...................... 198
Accessory mode ................... 201
Compartment ........................ 558
Engine switch................ 198, 200
Hood ..................................... 555
How to start the engine......................... 198, 200
Identification number ............ 674
If the engine will not start ...... 658
Ignition switch (engine switch) ........... 198, 200
Overheating .......................... 666
Engine coolant ......................... 562 Capacity ................................ 676
Checking ............................... 562
Preparing and checking before winter....................... 317
Engine immobilizer system ...... 73
Engine oil ................................. 559
Capacity ................................ 675
Checking ............................... 559
Preparing and checking before winter....................... 317
Engine switch (ignition switch)............. 198, 200
Engine switch light (ignition switch light) ............ 505 Entune Audio ........................... 394
AUX Port/USB port ............... 397
Basic Audio Operations ........ 398
CD player.............................. 413
iPod ...................................... 420
Listening to Bluetooth
®
Audio .................................. 443
Radio .................................... 411
Steering wheel audio
switches ............................. 396
USB memory ........................ 425
Using a Bluetooth
®
Phone ................................. 445
Using the AUX port ............... 430
Entune Audio Plus
*
EPS (Electric Power Steering) ................................ 311
Function ................................ 311
Warning light......................... 620
Event data recorder (EDR)........ 10
Exhaust gas precautions .......... 72
Flat tire ..................................... 645
Floor mats .................................. 24
Fluid Automatic transaxle .............. 677
Brake .................................... 678
Washer ................................. 568
Fog lights ................................. 224
Replacing light bulbs ............ 598
Switch ................................... 224
Wattage ................................ 680
Front passenger occupant classification system .............. 49
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