Towing TOYOTA RAV4 2023 Owner's Guide

4467-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Type B
4 Tighten down the towing eye-
let securely using a wheel nut
wrench or hard metal bar.
Type A
Type B
5 Securely attach cables or
chains to the towing eyelet.
Take care not to damage the vehi-
cle body.
6Enter the vehicle being towed
and start the engine.
Turn off the Parkin g Support Brake function (if equipped):
P.299
If the engine does not start, turn the
engine switch to ON.
Vehicles with Stop & Start system:
Before towing the ve hicle, turn the
engine switch to OFF once, and
then start the engine.
7 Shift the shift lever to N and
release the parking brake.
Turn automatic mode off. ( P.215)
When the shift lever cannot be
shifted:  P.210
■While towing
If the engine is not running, the
power assist for the brakes and
steering will not function, making
steering and braking more difficult.
■Wheel nut wrench (if equipped)
Wheel nut wrench is installed in the
tool bag in luggage compartment.
(  P.464)
WARNING
Observe the following precau-
tions. Failure to do so may result
in death or serious injury.
■While towing
●When towing using cables or
chains, avoid sudden starts, etc.
which place excessive stress on
the towing eyelets, cables or
chains. The towing eyelets,
cables or chains may become
damaged, broken debris may hit
people, and cause serious dam-
age.
●Vehicles without smart key sys-
tem: Do not turn the engine
switch to the “LOCK” position.
There is a possibility that the
steering wheel is locked and
cannot be operated.

4477-2. Steps to take in an emergency
7
When trouble arises
Fluid leaks under the vehicle
(Water dripping from the air
conditioning after use is nor-
mal.)
 Flat-looking tires or uneven
tire wear
 Engine coolant temperature
gauge needle continually
points higher than normal.
 Changes in exhaust sound
 Excessive tire squeal when
cornering
 Strange noises related to the
suspension system
 Pinging or other noises
related to the engine
 Engine missing, stumbling or
running roughly
 Appreciable loss of power
 Vehicle pulls heavily to one
WARNING
■Installing towi ng eyelets to
the vehicle
Make sure that towing eyelets are
installed securely. If not securely
installed, towing eyelets may
come loose during towing.
NOTICE
■To prevent damage to the
vehicle during emergency
towing
Do not secure cables or chains to
the suspension components.
■When towing the vehicle
(vehicles with Stop & Start
system)
If it is necessary to tow the vehicle
with all four wheels on the ground,
perform the following procedure
before towing the vehicle, in order
to protect t he system.
Turn the engine switch to OFF
and then start the engine or turn
the engine switch to ON.
If you think something
is wrong
If you notice any of the fol-
lowing symptoms, your
vehicle probably needs
adjustment or repair. Con-
tact your Toyota dealer as
soon as possible.
Visible symptoms
Audible symptoms
Operational symptoms

4647-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Jack
Tool bag
Spare tire
Jack handle
*1
Wheel nut wrench*1
Jack handle*2
Wheel nut wrench*2
Towing eyelet*2 (if equipped)
*1: Except for models made in Japan*3
*2
: For models made in Japan*3
*3
: The country of production is wri tten on the Certification Regulation Label.
(  P.487)
Location of the spare t ire, jack and tools
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H

4707-2. Steps to take in an emergency
installed on the compact spare
tire.
6Stow the flat tire, tire jack and
all tools.
■The compact spare tire
●The compact spare tire is identi-
fied by the label “TEMPORARY
USE ONLY” on the tire sidewall.
Use the compact s pare tire tem-
porarily, and only in an emer-
gency.
●Make sure to check the tire infla-
tion pressure of the compact
spare tire. ( P.492)
■When using the compact spare
tire
As the compact sp are tire is not
equipped with a tire pressure warn-
ing valve and transmitter (if
equipped), low inflation pressure of
the spare tire will not be indicated by
the tire pressure warning system.
Also, if you replace the compact
spare tire after th e tire pressure
warning light comes on, the light
remains on.
■When the compact spare tire is
attached
The vehicle height may become
lower when driving with the compact
spare tire compared to when driving
with standard tires.
■If you have a flat front tire on a
road covered with snow or ice
Install the compact spare tire on one
of the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Perform the following steps and fit
tire chains to the front tires:
1 Replace a rear tire with the com-
pact spare tire.
2 Replace the flat front tire with the
tire removed from the rear of the
vehicle.
3 Fit tire chains to the front tires.
■When stowing the jack
Before storing the jack, adjust the height of the ja
ck to match the
shape of the jack holder.
The storage direction of the jack dif-
fers depending on the type, so make
sure to store the ja ck in the correct
direction.
Except for models made in Japan
*:
For models made in Japan
*:
*: The country of production is writ- ten on the Certification Regulation
Label. ( P.487)
WARNING
■When using the compact
spare tire
●Remember that the compact
spare tire provided is specifi-
cally designed for use with your
vehicle. Do not use your com-
pact spare tire on another vehi-
cle.
●Do not use more than one com-
pact spare tire simultaneously.
●Replace the comp act spare tire
with a standard tire as soon as
possible.

4837-2. Steps to take in an emergency
7
When trouble arises
WARNING
■When attempting to free a
stuck vehicle
If you choose to push the vehicle
back and forth to free it, make
sure the surrounding area is clear
to avoid striking other vehicles,
objects or people. The vehicle
may also lunge forward or lunge
back suddenly as it becomes free.
Use extreme caution.
■When shifting the shift lever
Be careful not to shift the shift
lever with the ac celerator pedal
depressed.
This may lead to unexpected
rapid acceleration of the vehicle
that may cause an accident
resulting in dea th or serious
injury.
NOTICE
■To avoid damaging the trans-
mission and other compo-
nents
●Avoid spinning the wheels and
depressing the accelerator
pedal more than necessary.
●If the vehicle remains stuck
even after these procedures are
performed, the vehicle may
require towing to be freed.

4868-1. Specifications
8-1.Specifications
*1: Unladen vehicle
*2: Vehicles without 235/55R19 tires
*3: Vehicles with 235/55R19 tires
*4: Vehicles without towing package
*5: Vehicles with towing package
Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.)
Dimensions and weights
Overall length*1
Except ADVEN-
TURE grade (for
the U.S.A.)
180.9 in. (4595 mm)
ADVENTURE
grade (for the
U.S.A.)
181.5 in. (4611 mm)
Overall width*1
Except ADVEN-
TURE grade (for
the U.S.A.)
73.0 in. (1855 mm)
ADVENTURE
grade (for the
U.S.A.)
73.4 in. (1865 mm)
Overall height*1
Without bridge
type roof rail67.0 in. (1701 mm)*2
67.2 in. (1706 mm)*3
With bridge type
roof rail68.6 in. (1742 mm)
Wheelbase*1105.9 in. (2690 mm)
Tread*1
Front63.0 in. (1600 mm)*2
62.6 in. (1590 mm)*3
Rear63.7 in. (1619 mm)*2
63.3 in. (1609 mm)*3
Vehicle capacity weight (Occupants +
luggage)900 lb. (410 kg)
Trailer Weight Rating (Trailer weight
+ cargo weight)1500 lb. (680 kg)*4
3500 lb. (1590 kg)*5

5168-2. Customization
■Power back door*1 ( P.129)
*1: If equipped
*2: The operation buzzer that sounds when the back door begins to operate
cannot be turned off.
*3: The open position is set by the power back door switch. ( P.138)
*4: When the towing hitch is installe d, Hands Free Power Back Door does
not work.
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Power back door operationsOnOff–O–
Operations of the power
back door switch on the
instrument panel
Press and holdOne short press––O
switch of the wireless
remote control operationPress and hold
One short press
––OPush twice
Off
Operation buzzer volume31–O–2
Operation buzzer while the
back door is operating*2OffOn––O
Opening angle51 to 4–O–User setting*3
Power back door open oper-
ation when the back door
opener switch is pressed
OnOff––O
Back door closing assistOnOff––O
Hands Free Power Back
Door*1, 4OnOff–O–
ABC

Alphabetical Index545
Checking .............................. 400
Preparing and checking before
winter.................................. 325
Warning light ........................ 450
Cooling system ...................... 400 Engine overheating .............. 480
Cruise control Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range .......... 264
Cup holders ............................ 351
Current fuel economy ...... 95, 105
Curtain shield airbags ............. 33
Customizable features ........... 509
D
Daytime running light system220 Replacing light bulbs ............ 432
Deck board .............................. 354
Defogger Outside rear view mirrors ... 333, 340
Rear window ................ 333, 340
Windshield.................... 333, 340
Differential .............................. 491
Digital Rear-view Mirror ......... 156
Dimensions ............................. 486
Dinghy towing ........................ 201
Display BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)..... 276
Consumption screen ............ 111
Drive information .................... 97
Driving information ......... 95, 106
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range .......... 264
Intuitive parking assist .......... 280
LTA (Lane-Tracing Assist) ... 255
Multi-informatio n display 93, 102
RCTA (Rear Cross Traffic Alert) function............................... 289
Warning messages .............. 459
Do-it-yourself maintenance . 388, 393 Door lock
Back door .............................125
Side doors ............................119
Smart key system .................139
Wireless remote control........116
Doors Automatic door locking and unlocking system ................124
Back door .............................125
Door glasses ........................167
Door lock ..............................119
Open door warning buzzer ...124
Outside rear view mirrors .....165
Rear door child-protectors ....124
Side doors ............................119
Downhill assist control system ...............................................316
Drive information ......................97
Driver’s seat belt reminder light ...............................................455
Driver’s seat position memory ...............................................147Driving position memory .......147
Memory recall function .........149
Drive-Start Control (DSC) Sudden start restraint control184
Driving Break-in tips .........................180
Correct posture .......................27
Driving mode select switch ...310
Procedures ...........................179
Winter drive tips....................325
Driving informatio n display ...95,
106
Driving mode select switch ...310
Driving position memory .......147 Memory recall function .........149
Driving support system informa- tion display......................97, 106
DSC (Drive-Start Control) Sudden start restraint control184

554Alphabetical Index
Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers switch................................... 333, 340
Rear window wipe r and washer
switch ................................. 229
Seat heater switches .... 346, 347
Seat ventilator switches ....... 347
Snow mode switch ............... 315
Stop & Start cancel switch ... 305
Tire pressure warning reset switch ......................... 410, 411
Vehicle-to-vehicle distance switch ................................. 264
VSC OFF switch................... 320
Window lock switch .............. 169
Windshield defogger switch 333, 340
Windshield wipers and washer switch ................................. 226
Wireless charger switch ....... 362
T
Tachometer ......................... 83, 88
Tail lights Light switch .......................... 219
Replacing light bulbs ............ 432
Theft deterrent system Alarm ...................................... 71
Engine immobilizer system .... 70
Tire inflati on pressure
Maintenance data................. 492
Tire inflation pressure display function............................... 408
Warning light ........................ 455
Tire information ...................... 499 Glossary ............................... 503
Size ...................................... 501
Tire identification number ..... 500
Tire section names ............... 501
Tire pressure warning system Function ............................... 408
Initializing ............................. 410 Installing tire p
ressure warning
valves and transmitters ......409
Registering ID codes ............413
Warning light ........................455
Tires .........................................405 Chains ..................................327
Checking ..............................405
Glossary ...............................503
If you have a flat tire .............463
Inflation pressure ..................416
Information ......... ..................499
Replacing .............................463
Rotating tires ........................407
Size ......................................492
Snow tires.............................325
Spare tire ..............................463
Tire identification number .....500
Tire inflation pressure display function ...............................408
Tire pressure warning system ...........................................408
Uniform Tire Qua lity Grading 502
Warning light ........................455
Tools ........................................464
Top tether strap ........................61
Total load capacity .........185, 188
Towing Dinghy towing .......................201
Emergency towing ................445
Towing eyelet ...............445, 464
Trailer sway control ..............319
Trailer towing ........................189
Toyota Safety Sense 2.5 ........234 Automatic High Be am ...........222
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range ..........264
LTA (Lane Traci ng Assist) ....250
PCS (Pre-Collisio n System) .239
RSA (Road Sign Assist) .......261
TRAC (Traction Control) ........319
Traction Control (TRAC) ........319
Trailer sway contro l................319

Alphabetical Index555
Trailer towing .......................... 189
TransmissionAutomatic transmission ........ 209
Driving mode select switch... 310
S mode ................................. 211
Trip meters .......................... 83, 92
Turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ............ 432
Turn signal lever................... 212
Wattage ................................ 496
U
USB charging ports................ 361
Utility vehicle precautions ..... 328
V
Vanity lightsVanity lights .......................... 359
Vanity mirrors ......................... 359
Vehicle data recordings ............. 7
Vehicle identification number487
Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) ............................................... 318
Ventilators (seat ventilators) . 345
VSC (Vehicle Stability Control) ............................................... 318
W
Warning buzzers Approach warning ................ 271
Brake hold ............................ 454
Brake Override System ........ 454
Brake system ....................... 449
Downshifting......................... 212
Drive-Start Control ............... 454
Electric power steering ......... 451
High coolant temperature ..... 450
Intuitive parking assist OFF indi-cator ................................... 452
Intuitive parking assist .......... 280 Low engine oil pressure .......450
LTA (Lane Tracing Assist) ..250,
452
LTA indicator ........................452
Open door ............................124
Open hood............................124
Open window........................168
PKSB OFF indicator .............453
Pre-collision warn ing ............451
RCTA OFF indicator .............453
Seat belt reminder ........455, 456
Vehicle sway warning ...........254
Warning lights ABS ......................................451
Brake hold operated indicator...........................................454
Brake Override System ........454
Brake system ........................449
Charging system ..................449
Drive-Start Control ................454
Electric power steering .........451
Engine ..................................450
High coolant temperature .....450
Inappropriate pedal operation ...........................................454
Intuitive parking assist OFF indi- cator ...................................452
Low engine oil pressure .......450
Low fuel level........................455
LTA indicator ........................452
Malfunction indica tor lamp ....450
Parking brake indicator.........454
PCS warning light .................451
PKSB (Parking Support Brake) ...........................................453
PKSB OFF indicator .............453
RCTA OFF indicator .............453
Seat belt reminder light 455, 456
Slip indicator .........................453
SRS ......................................450
Stop & Start cancel indicator 452
Tire pressure ...... ..................455