ignition TOYOTA RAV4 2018 Owners Manual (in English)

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4-1. Before drivingDriving the vehicle ............. 166
Cargo and luggage............ 176
Vehicle load limits ............. 180
Trailer towing..................... 181
Dinghy towing.................... 197
4-2. Driving procedures Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles without
smart key system) ........... 198
Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles with
smart key system) ........... 200
Automatic transmission ..... 205
Turn signal lever................ 213
Parking brake .................... 214
4-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight switch ................ 215
Automatic High Beam ....... 220
Fog light switch ................. 224
Windshield wipers and washer ..................... 225
Rear window wiper and washer ..................... 229 4-4. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank cap................................... 232
4-5. Using the driving support systems
Toyota Safety Sense P ...... 235
PCS (Pre-Collision System)..... 242
LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering
control) ............................ 256
Dynamic radar cruise control.............................. 264
Cruise control .................... 276
Intuitive parking assist ....... 280
Rear view monitor system ............................. 289
All-wheel drive lock switch (AWD models) ...... 299
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)......... 300
• The Blind Spot Monitor function.......................... 304
• The Rear Cross Traffic Alert function ................. 307
Driving assist systems ....... 310
4-6. Driving tips Winter driving tips .............. 317
Utility vehicle precautions ...................... 321
4Driving

731-2. Theft deterrent system
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For safety and security
Engine immobilizer system
Vehicles without smart key sys-
tem
The indicator light flashes after
the key has been removed from
the engine switch to indicate that
the system is operating.
The indicator light stops flashing
after the registered key has been
inserted into the engine switch to
indicate that the system has been
canceled.
Vehicles with smart key system
The indicator light flashes after the engine switch has been turned off
to indicate that the system is operating.
The indicator light stops flashing after the engine switch has been
turned to ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode to indicate that the
system has been canceled.
■ System maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free type engine immobilizer system.
■ Conditions that may cause the system to malfunction
●If the grip portion of the key is in contact with a metallic object
● If the key is in close proximity to or touching a key to the security system
(key with a built-in transponder chip) of another vehicle
The vehicle’s keys have built-in transponder chips that prevent
the engine from starting if a key has not been previously regis-
tered in the vehicle’s on-board computer.
Never leave the keys inside the vehicle when you leave the vehi-
cle.
This system is designed to help prevent vehicle theft but does not
guarantee absolute security against all vehicle thefts.

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2. Instrument cluster
*1: These lights turn on when the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position(vehicles without smart key system) or IGNITION ON mode (vehicles with
smart key system), to indicate that a system check is being performed.
They will turn off after the engine is started, or after a few seconds. There
may be a malfunction in a system if the lights do not come on, or turn off.
Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
*2: This light illuminates on the center panel.
*3: The light flashes or illuminates to indicate a malfunction.

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2. Instrument cluster
*1: These lights turn on when the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position(vehicles without smart key system) or IGNITION ON mode (vehicles with
smart key system), to indicate that a system check is being performed.
They will turn off after the engine is started, or after a few seconds. There
may be a malfunction in a system if the lights do not come on, or turn off.
Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
*2: The light flashes to indicate that the system is operating.
*3: This light illuminates on the center panel.
*4: In order to confirm operation, the BS M outside rear view mirror indicators
illuminate in the following situations:
• When the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position (vehicles without smart key system) or IGNITION ON mode (vehicles with smart key sys-
tem) while the system is set to on.
• When the system is set to on while the engine switch is in the “ON” posi- tion (vehicles without smart key system) or IGNITION ON mode (vehicles
with smart key system).
If the system is functioning correctly, the BSM outside rear view mirror indi-
cators will turn off after a few seconds.
If the BSM outside rear view mirror indicators do not illuminate or do not
turn off, there may be a malfunction with the system. If this occurs, have the
vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
*5: This light illuminates on the outside rear view mirrors.
*6: The light turns on when the system is off.
*7: When the outside temperature is approximately 37° F (3°C) or lower, the
indicator will flash for approximately 10 seconds, then stay on.
(if equipped)
BSM indicator ( →P. 300)
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(if equipped)
PCS warning light
(→P. 246)
*1, 3“AIR BAG ON/OFF”
indicator ( →P. 4 9 )*7
(if equipped)
Ice warning indicator
(→P. 638)

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Instrument cluster
■The meters and display illuminate when
Vehicles without smart key system
The engine switch is in the “ON” position.
Vehicles with smart key system
The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
■ Outside temperature display
●In the following situations, the correct outside temperature may not be dis-
played, or the display may take longer than normal to change.
• When stopped, or driving at low speeds (less than 12 mph [20 km/h])
• When the outside temperature has changed suddenly (at the entrance/
exit of a garage, tunnel, etc.)
● When “--” is displayed, the system may be malfunctioning.
Take your vehicle to your Toyota dealer.
● The temperature range that can be displayed is from -40° F (-40°C) to 122° F
(50° C).
WARNING
■The information display at low temperatures
Allow the interior of the vehicle to warm up before using the liquid crystal
information display. At extremely low temperatures, the display monitor may
respond slowly, and display changes may be delayed.
For example, there is a lag between the driver’s shifting and the new gear
number appearing on the display. This l ag could cause the driver to down-
shift again, causing rapid and excessive engine braking and possibly an
accident resulting in death or injury.
NOTICE
■ To prevent damage to the engine and its components
● Do not let the indicator needle of the tachometer enter the red zone, which
indicates the maximum engine speed.
● The engine may be overheating if the engine coolant temperature gauge is
in the red zone (“H”). In this case, immediately stop the vehicle in a safe
place, and check the engine after it has cooled completely. ( →P. 666)

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2. Instrument cluster
■System check display
After turning the engine switch to IGNITION ON mode, opening image is dis-
played while system operation is checked. When the system check is com-
plete, the normal screen will return.
■ Dynamic Torque Control AWD system display
Displays the Dynamic Torque Control AWD system operation state and the G-
force state.
■ Suspension of the settings display
In the following situations, the settings display using the meter control
switches will be suspended.
●When a warning message appears on the multi-information display
● When the vehicle begins to move
■ When disconnecting and reco nnecting battery terminals
The drive information will be reset.
■ Liquid crystal display
Small spots or light spots may appear on the display. This phenomenon is
characteristic of liquid crystal displays, and there is no problem continuing to
use the display.Torque distribution display
Displays the amount of drive torque
applied.
G-force display
Displays the current G-force state.
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2. Instrument cluster
Fuel consumption information
Vehicles with Entune Audio
Press the “CAR” button.
Vehicles with Entune Premium Audio with Navigation and Entune
Audio Plus
Press the “APPS” button, and t hen select “Eco” on the screen.
If the “Trip Information” screen does not appear, select “Trip Informa-
tion”. Reset the trip information data
Previous fuel consumption per
minute
Current fuel consumption
“Past Record” screen appears
Cruising range
Elapsed time
Average vehicle speed
Average fuel consumption for the past 15 minutes is divided by color
into past averages and averages at tained since the engine switch was
last turned to the “ON” position (vehicles without smart key system) or
IGNITION ON mode (vehicles with smart key system). Use the dis-
played average fuel consumption as a reference.
These images are examples only, an d may vary slightly from actual
conditions.
The fuel consumption informat ion can be displayed on Entune
Premium Audio with Navigation and Entune Audio screen.
Display the trip information or past record screen
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Operation of each component
◆Door lock switchLocks all the doors
Unlocks all the doors
◆Inside lock buttonsLocks the door
Unlocks the door
The front doors can be opened
by pulling the inside handle
even if the lock buttons are in
the lock position.
Move the inside lock button to the lock position.
Close the door.
Vehicles without smart key system
The door cannot be locked if the key is in the engine switch.
Vehicles with smart key system
The door cannot be locked if the engine switch is in ACCESSORY or
IGNITION ON mode, or the electronic key is left inside the vehicle.
Depending on the position of the electronic key, the key may not be
detected correctly and the door may be locked.
Unlocking and locking the doors from the inside
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3-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
WARNING
●In the following situations, the power back door may detect an abnormality
and automatic operation may be stopped. In this case, the back door has
to be operated manually. Take extra care in this situation, as the stopped
back door may suddenly open or close, causing an accident.
• When the back door contacts an obstacle
• When the battery voltage suddenly drops, such as when the engine
switch is turned to the “ON” position (vehicles without smart key sys-
tem) or IGNITION ON mode (vehicles with smart key system) or the
engine is started during automatic operation
● If a bicycle carrier or similar heavy object is attached to the back door, the
power back door may not operate, causing itself to malfunction, or the
back door may move slightly in the closing direction after being opened,
causing someone’s hands, head or neck to be caught and injured. When
installing an accessory part to the back door, ask your Toyota dealer for
details.
■ Touchless sensor (vehicles with touchless power back door)
Observe the following precautions when operating the touchless power
back door.
Failure to do so may cause death or serious injury.
● Do not leave the electronic key within the effective range (detection area)
of the luggage compartment.
● Check the safety of the surrounding area to make sure there are no obsta-
cles or anything that could cause any of your belongings to get caught.
● When putting your foot near the lower center part of the rear bumper and
moving it from the rear bumper, be careful not to touch the exhaust pipes
until they have cooled down sufficiently, as touching hot exhaust pipes can
cause burns.
■ Jam protection function (vehicles with power back door)
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may cause death or serious injury.
● Never use any part of your body to intentionally activate the jam protection
function.
● The jam protection function may not work if something gets caught just
before the back door fully closes. Be careful not to catch fingers or any-
thing else.
● The jam protection function may not work depending on the shape of the
object that is caught. Be careful not to catch fingers or anything else.\

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3-3. Adjusting the seats
Driving position memory∗
Your preferred driving position (the position of the driver’s seat) can
be recorded and recalled by pressing a button.
Two different driving positions can be recorded into memory.
■Recording procedure
Check that the shift lever is in P.
Turn the engine switch to the “ON” position (vehicles without
smart key system) or IGNITION ON mode (vehicles with smart
key system).
Adjust the driver’s seat to the desired positions.
While pressing the “SET”
button, press button “1” or “2”
until the buzzer sounds.
If the selected button has
already been preset, the previ-
ously recorded position will be
overwritten.
∗: If equipped
This feature automatically adjusts the driver’s seat to suit your
preferences.
Driving position memory
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