spark plugs replace TOYOTA RAV4 HYBRID 2019 Warranties & Maintenance Guides (in English)

15Your Warranties in Detail
WARR ANT Y
NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY


WHAT IS NOT COVERED
This warranty does not cover damage or
failures resulting directly or indirectly from
any of the following:
• Fire, accidents or theft
• Abuse or negligence
• Misuse — for example, racing
or overloading
• Improper repairs
• Alteration or tampering, including
installation of non-Genuine
Toyo t a A c c e s s o r ie s
• Lack of or improper maintenance,
including use of fluids and fuel
other than those specified in the
Owner’s Manual
• Installation of non-Genuine Toyota Parts
• Airborne chemicals, tree sap, road
debris (including stone chips), rail dust,
salt, hail, floods, wind storms, lightning
and other environmental conditions
• Water contamination
This warranty also does not cover the following:
Tires
Tires are covered by a separate warranty
provided by the tire manufacturer. See
page 30.
Normal Wear and Tear
Noise, vibration, cosmetic conditions and
other deterioration caused by normal wear
and tear.


Maintenance Expense
Normal maintenance services such as:
• Engine tune-ups
• Replacement of fluids and filters
• Lubrication
• Cleaning and polishing
• Replacement of spark plugs and fuses
• Replacement of worn wiper blades,
brake pads/linings and clutch linings
Vehicles with Altered Odometer
Failure of a vehicle on which the odometer
has been altered so that actual vehicle
mileage cannot be readily determined.
Salvage or Total-Loss Vehicles
Any vehicle that has ever been issued a
“salvage” title or similar title under any
state’s law; or has ever been declared a
“total loss” or equivalent by a financial
institution or insurer, such as by payment
for a claim in lieu of repairs because the
cost of repairs exceeded the cash value of
the vehicle. This exclusion does not apply to
the emission control warranties, including
Emission Control Warranty Enhancements,
or any open Safety Recalls.

53Maintenance Log
MAINTENANCE LOG
MAINTENANCE
120,000 miles or 144 months
Add Toyota EFI Tank Additive or equivalent (Hawaii, Puerto Rico, Saipan and American Samoa only)
Check installation of driver’s floor mat
Inspect and adjust all fluid levels1
Inspect wiper blades
Replace cabin air filter
Replace engine air filter
Replace engine oil and oil filter2
Replace spark plugs4
Rotate tires
Inspect the following:
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Automatic transmission for signs of leakage
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Ball joints and dust covers
_
Brake lines and hoses
_
Brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs
5
_
Drive shaft boots
_
Engine/Inverter coolant6
_ Exhaust pipes and mountings
Additional Maintenance Items for Special Operating Conditions3
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis and body
Driving while towing, using a car-top carrier, or heavy vehicle loading:7
Replace automatic transmission fluid
Replace rear differential oil
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis and body
Extensive idling and/or low speed driving for a long distance such as police, taxi or
door-to-door delivery use:
Clean HV battery cooling intake filter

1
Inspect sealed transmissions, transfer cases and differentials for signs of leakage. If any leakage from a sealed
component is suspected, it is recommended that you have the sealed component inspected by a Toyota dealer. Inspect
power steering fluid (if equipped) and brake fluid level/condition. Inspect engine and inverter (if equipped) coolant
level/condition/freezing point. Your dealer may recommend services (Dealer-Recommended Maintenance) based on
inspection results.
2
Reset the oil replacement reminder light (“MAINT REQD”) or the message “OIL MAINTENANCE REQUIRED” on the
multi-information display after maintenance at every 5,000 miles.
3
Perform these service items only if you drive primarily under the conditions indicated.4 Maintenance services of spark plugs are required under the terms of the Emissions Control Warranty. 5 Inspect thickness measurement and disc runout.6
Refer to “Engine/Inverter Coolant” in the “Explanation of Maintenance Items” section in the back of this guide for
more information.
7
Not all vehicles are designed for towing. Refer to your Vehicle Owner’s Manual for details.
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Fuel lines and connections, fuel tank band
and fuel tank vapor vent system hoses
_
Fuel tank cap gasket
_
Radiator, condenser and/or intercooler
_
Rear differential oil
_
Steering gear
_
Steering linkage and boots
DEALER SERVICE VERIFICATION:
D
ATE:
MILEAGE:

57Maintenance Log
MAINTENANCE
EXPLANATION OF MAINTENANCE ITEMS
Rear Differential Oil
Inspect or replace at specified intervals.
When performing inspections, check each
component for signs of leakage. If you
discover any leakage, have it repaired by a
qualified technician immediately.
Spark Plugs
Replace at specified intervals. Install new
plugs of the same type as originally
equipped. A qualified technician should
perform this operation.
Steering Gear
Inspect for signs of leakage. If you
discover any leakage, have it repaired
immediately by a qualified technician.
Steering Linkage and Boots
With the vehicle stopped, check for
excessive freeplay in the steering wheel.
Inspect the linkage for bending and
damage and the dust boots for
deterioration, cracks and damage. Replace
any damaged parts. A qualified technician
should perform these operations.
Tire Rotation
Tires should be rotated according to the
instructions in the Owner’s Manual. When
rotating tires, check for damage and
uneven wear. Replace if necessary.
Wiper Blades
The wiper blades should not show any
signs of cracking, splitting, wear,
contamination or deformation. The wiper
blades should clear the windshield without
streaking or skipping.