Toyota Rav4 2000 Owner's Manual
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Foreword
Welcome to the growing group of value−conscious people who drive Toyotas. We
are proud of the advanced engineering and quality construction of each vehicle we
build.
This Owner’s Manual explains the features of your new Toyota. Please read it and
follow the instructions carefully so that you can enjoy many years of safe motoring.
When it comes to service, remember that your Toyota dealer knows your vehicle
best and is interested in your complete satisfaction. He will provide quality maintenance and any other assistance you may require.
Please leave this Owner’s Manual in this vehicle at the time of resale. The next
owner will need this information also.
All information and specifications in this manual are current at the time of
printing. However, because of Toyota’s policy of continual product improvement, we reserve the right to make changes at any time without notice.
Please note that this manual applies to all models and explains all equipment,
including options. Therefore, you may find some explanations for equipment
not installed on your vehicle.
© 1999 TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION
All rights reserved. This material may not be reproduced or copied, in whole or in
part, without the written permission of Toyota Motor Corporation.
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New vehicle warranty
Your new vehicle is covered by the following Toyota
limited warranties:
D New vehicle warranty
D Emission control systems warranty
D Others
For further information, please refer to the ”Owner’s
Warranty Information Booklet” or ”Owner ’s Manual Supplement”.
Your responsibility for maintenance
It is the owner’s responsibility to make sure that the
specified maintenance is performed. Section 6 gives details of these maintenance requirements. Also included
in Section 6 is general maintenance. For scheduled
maintenance information, please refer to the ”Scheduled
Maintenance Guide” or ”Owner’s Manual Supplement”.
Accessories, spare parts and
modification of your Toyota
A wide variety of non−genuine spare parts and accesso-
ries for Toyota vehicles are currently available in the
market. You should know that Toyota does not warrant
these products and is not responsible for their performance, repair, or replacement, or for any damage they
may cause to, or adverse effect they may have on,
your Toyota vehicle.
This vehicle should not be modified with non−genuine
Toyota products. Modification with non−genuine Toyota
products could affect its performance, safety or durability, and may even violate governmental regulations. In
addition, damage or performance problems resulting from
the modification may not be covered under warranty.
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Spark ignition system of your
Toyota
The spark ignition system in your Toyota meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference−Causing Equipment Standard.
Installation of a mobile
two−way radio system
As the installation of a mobile two−way radio system in
your vehicle could affect electronic systems such as
multiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport fuel
injection system, cruise control system, anti−lock brake
system, SRS airbag system and seat belt pretensioner
system, be sure to check with your Toyota dealer for
precautionary measures or special instructions regarding
installation.
Scrapping of your Toyota
The SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner devices in
your Toyota contain explosive chemicals. If the vehicle
is scrapped with the airbags and pretensioners left as
they are, this may cause an accident such as fire. Be
sure to have the systems of the SRS airbag and seat
belt pretensioner removed and disposed of by the qualified service shop or by your Toyota dealer before you
dispose of your vehicle.
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On−pavement and off−road
driving tips
This vehicle belongs to the utility vehicle class. Utility
vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than
other types of vehicles. This vehicle will handle and
maneuver differently from an ordinary passenger car because it is designed for off−road use also. In addition,
this vehicle has a higher ground clearance and center of
gravity than that of an ordinary passenger car. This
vehicle design feature causes this type of vehicle to be
more likely to rollover. Failure to operate this vehicle
correctly may result in loss of control, accidents or
vehicle rollover causing death or serious injury. Be sure
to read “Off−road vehicle precautions” in Section 2 and
“Off−road driving precautions” in Section 3.
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Automatic Transmission Overdrive Switch
Overdrive switch for selecting either a
three−speed or four−speed transmission
ON position (shifting into
overdrive possible)
OFF position (shifting into
overdrive not possible)
“O/D OFF” indicator light
shows the overdrive switch
is in “OFF” position
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After starting your engine, always turn the
overdrive switch on.
Even during ordinary driving, keep the overdrive switch turned on. (At this time, the
“O/D OFF” indicatior light on the instrument
cluster will be off.)
Always turn the overdrive switch on for
better fuel economy and quieter driving.
For details, see “Automatic transmission” in
Section 1−6 on pages 97 to 100 and “How
to save fuel and make your vehicle last
longer, too” in Section 3 on pages 164 to
165.
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Important information about this manual
Safety and vehicle damage warnings
In this manual, you will see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings. These are used in the following ways:
CAUTION
This is a warning against something which may cause
injury to people if the warning is ignored. You are
informed what you must or must not do in order to
avoid or reduce the risk to yourself and other people.
NOTICE
This is a warning against something which may cause
damage to the vehicle or its equipment if the warning
is ignored. You are informed what you must or must
not do in order to avoid or reduce the risk of damage
to your vehicle and its equipment.
Safety symbol
In this manual, you will also see a circle
with a slash through it. This means ”Do
not”, ”Do not do this”, or ”Do not let this
happen”.
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Quick index
D If a service reminder indicator or warning buzzer comes on 90. . . . . . . . . . .
D If your vehicle will not start 168. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
D If your engine stalls while driving 171. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
D If your vehicle overheats 171. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
D If you have a flat tire 172. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
D If your vehicle needs to be towed 179. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
D Tips for driving during break-in period 139. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
D How to start the engine 154. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
D General maintenance 195. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
D Complete index 243. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Gas station information
Fuel type:
UNLEADED gasoline, Octane Rating 87 (Research Octane Number 91)
or higher
See page 139 for detailed information.
Fuel tank capacity:
58 L (15.3 gal., 12.8 lmp.gal.)
Engine oil:
API grade SJ, ”Energy−Conserving” or ILSAC multigrade engine oil is
recommended.
See page 206 for detailed information.
Tire information: See pages 210 through 215.
Tire pressure: See page 234.
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Publication No. OM42479U
Part No. 01999-42479
Printed in Japan 01-9908-00
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SECTION 1− 1
OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND
CONTROLS
Overview of instruments and controls
Instrument panel overview 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Instrument cluster overview 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Indicator symbols on the instrument panel 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Instrument panel overview
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1. Side vents
2. Instrument cluster
3. Center vents
4. Electric moon roof switch and personal
lights
5. Glove box
6. Power door lock switches
(with power windows)
7. Power window switches
8. Parking brake lever
9. Automatic transmission selector lever
or manual transmission gear shift lever
10. Ashtray
11. Lower vent
12. Hood lock release lever
13. Window lock switch
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1. Instrument panel light control knob
2. Headlight and turn signal switch
3. Wiper and washer switches
4. Clock
5. Center differential lock button or driving
pattern selector button
6. Air conditioning controls
7. Emergency flasher switch
8. Rear window defogger switch
9. Car audio
10. Cigarette lighter
11. Ignition switch
12. Cruise control switch
13. Tilt steering lock release lever
14. Power door lock switch
(without power windows)
15. Power rear view mirror control switch
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Instrument cluster overview
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1. Speedometer
2. Fuel gauge
3. Service reminder indicators and
indicator lights
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4. Engine coolant temperature gauge
5. Tachometer
6. Trip meter reset knob
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7. Odometer and two trip meters
Indicator symbols on the instrument panel
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(type A)
(type B)
(type A)
(type B)
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Brake system warning light
Seat belt reminder light
Discharge warning light
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∗
1
∗
1
Low oil pressure warning light
∗
Malfunction indicator lamp
Low fuel level warning light
1
∗
(type A)
Anti-lock brake system warning light
∗
1
(type B)
∗
Open door warning light
SRS warning light
∗
1
Automatic transmission fluid temperature warning
∗
1
light
Low windshield washer fluid level warning light
1
∗
1
∗
1
Turn signal indicator lights
1
Headlight high beam indicator light
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Automatic transmission indicator light
Overdrive−off indicator light
Driving pattern indicator light
Center differential lock indicator light
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Cruise control indicator light
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: For details, see ”Service reminder indicators and warning
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buzzers” in Section 1−5.
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: If this light flashes, see ”Cruise control” in Section 1−6.
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SECTION 1− 2
OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND
CONTROLS
Keys and Doors
Keys 8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Side doors 8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power windows 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Quarter window 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Back door and tailgate 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Hood 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel tank cap 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electric moon roof 16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Detachable sun roof 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Soft−top 21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Keys
Your vehicle is supplied with two kinds
of keys.
1. Master key—This key works in every
lock.
2. Sub key—This key will not work in the
glove box.
To protect things locked in the glove box
when you have your vehicle parked, leave
the sub key with the attendant.
Since the side doors, back door (hardtop)
and tailgate (soft−top) can be locked without a key, you should always carry a
spare master key in case you accidentally
lock your keys inside the vehicle.
KEY NUMBER PLATE
Your key number is shown on the plate.
Keep the plate in a safe place such as
your wallet, not in the vehicle.
If you should lose your keys or if you
need additional keys, duplicates can be
made by a Toyota dealer using the key
number.
We recommend you to write down the key
number and keep it in safe place.
Side doors
LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH KEY
Insert the key into the keyhole and turn
it.
To lock: Turn the key forward.
To unlock: Turn the key backward.
Vehicles with power door lock system—All
the side doors, back door (hardtop) and
tailgate (soft−top) lock and unlock simultaneously with either front door. In the driver’s door lock, turning the key once will
unlock the driver’s door and twice in succession will unlock all the side doors,
back door (hardtop) and tailgate (soft−top)
simultaneously.
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LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH
INSIDE LOCK KNOB
Move the lock knob.
To lock: Push the knob forward.
To unlock: Pull the knob backward.
Closing the door with the lock knob in the
lock position will also lock the door. Be
careful not to lock your keys in the vehicle.
With power windows (driver’s side)
With power windows (passenger’s side)
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Without power windows
LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH
POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH
Push the switch.
With power windows—
To lock: Push the switch on the front side.
To unlock: Push the switch on the rear
side.
Without power windows—
To lock: Push the switch on the ”LOCK”
side.
To unlock: Push the switch on the
”UNLOCK” side.
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Operating the switch simultaneously locks
or unlocks all the side doors, back door
(hardtop) and tailgate (soft−top).
CAUTION
Before driving, be sure that the doors
are closed and locked, especially
when small children are in the vehicle. Along with the proper use of
seat belts, locking the doors helps
prevent the driver and passengers
from being thrown out from the vehicle during an accident. It also helps
prevent the doors from being opened
unintentionally.
REAR DOOR CHILD−PROTECTORS
Move the lock lever to the ”LOCK”
position as shown on the label.
This feature allows you to lock a rear
door so it can be opened from the outside
only, not from inside. We recommend using this feature whenever small children
are in the vehicle.
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Power windows
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CAUTION
D Never try jamming any part of your
body to make the jam protection
function work intentionally.
D The jam protection function may
not work if something gets caught
just before the window is fully
closed.
The windows can be operated with the
switch on each side door.
The power windows work when the ignition
switch is in the ”ON” position.
Key off operation: If the driver’s door is
closed, they work for 45 seconds even
after the ignition switch is turned off. They
stop working when the driver’s door is
opened.
OPERATING THE DRIVER’S WINDOW
Use the switch on the driver’s door.
Normal operation: The window moves as
long as you hold the switch.
To open: Lightly push down the switch.
To close: Lightly pull up the switch.
Automatic operation: Push the switch
completely down or pull it completely up,
and then release it. The window will fully
open or close. To stop the window partway, lightly move the switch in the opposite direction and then release it.
Jam protection function: During automatic closing operation, the window stops and
opens half way if something gets caught
between the window and window frame.
If the window receives a strong impact,
this function may work even if nothing is
caught.
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Window lock
switch
OPERATING THE PASSENGERS’
WINDOWS
Use the switch on each passengers’
door or the switches on the driver’s
door that control each passengers’ window.
The window moves as long as you hold
the switch.
To open: Push down the switch.
To close: Pull up the switch.
If you push in the window lock switch on
the driver’s door, the passengers’ windows
cannot be operated.
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CAUTION
To avoid serious personal injury, you
must do the following.
D Always make sure the head, hands
and other parts of the body of all
occupants are kept completely inside the vehicle before you close
the power windows. If someone’s
neck, head or hands gets caught in
a closing window, it could result in
a serious injury. When anyone
closes the power windows, be sure
that they operate the windows safely.
D When small children are in the ve-
hicle, never let them use the power
window switches without supervision. Use the window lock switch to
prevent them from making unexpected use of the switches.
D Never leave small children alone in
the vehicle, especially with the ignition key still inserted. They could
use the power window switches and
get trapped in a window. Unattended children can become involved in serious accidents.
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Quarter window
(2−door hardtop)
To open the quarter window, pull the
latch handle toward you and swing it
fully out.
When closing the window, make sure it is
completely closed.
CAUTION
When the quarter windows are
opened, observe the following:
D Depending on driving conditions,
e.g. driving the vehicle with the
front windows slightly open, you
may smell exhaust fumes in the vehicle. If so, close the quarter windows.
Back door (hardtop) and
tailgate (soft−top)
LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH KEY
Insert the key into the keyhole and turn
it.
To lock: Turn the key counterclockwise.
To unlock: Turn the key clockwise.
When closing the back door (hardtop) or
tailgate (soft−top), make sure it is fully
closed.
See ”Luggage stowage precautions” in
Section 2 for precautions to observe in
loading luggage.
CAUTION
D Keep the back door (hardtop) or
tailgate (soft−top) closed while driving. This not only keeps the luggage from being thrown out but
also prevents exhaust gases from
entering the vehicle.
D If the open back door (hardtop) or
tailgate (soft−top) hides the rear
stop and tail lights or rear turn signal lights while you are parked, other road users must be warned of
the presence of your vehicle by a
warning triangle or other device.
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Hood
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To open the hood:
1. Pull the hood lock release lever. The
hood will spring up slightly.
CAUTION
Before driving, be sure that the hood
is closed and securely locked. Otherwise, the hood may open unexpectedly while driving and an accident may
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2. In front of the vehicle, pull up the
auxiliary catch lever and lift the
hood.
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3. Hold the hood open by inserting the
support rod into the slot.
Before closing the hood, check that you
have not forgotten any tools, rags, etc.
and return the support rod to its clip—this
prevents rattles. Then lower the hood until
it is about 20 cm (8 in.) above the engine
compartment and release it. If the hood is
still not fully closed, lift and release the
hood again. After closing the hood, make
sure it is securely locked.
If you notice while driving that the hood
is not securely locked, stop the vehicle at
once and close the hood.
CAUTION
D Right after driving the support rod
may be hot, so only touch the part
coated with nylon.
D After inserting the rod into the
slot, make sure the rod supports
the hood securely from falling down
on to your head or body.
D When closing the hood, be careful
not to get your hands caught between the hood and the vehicle
body.
NOTICE
Do not press on the hood, or you
may deform the hood.
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Fuel tank cap
1. To open the fuel filler door, pull the
lever up.
When refueling, turn off the engine.
CAUTION
D Do not smoke, cause sparks or al-
low open flames when refueling.
The fumes are flammable.
D When opening the cap, do not re-
move the cap quickly. In hot weather, fuel under pressure could cause
injury by spraying out of the filler
neck if the cap is suddenly removed.
2. To remove the fuel tank cap, turn
the cap slowly counterclockwise,
then pause slightly before removing
it. After removing the cap, hang it
on the cap hanger.
It is not unusual to hear a slight swoosh
when the cap is opened. When installing,
turn the cap clockwise till you hear a
click.
If the cap is not tightened securely, the
malfunction indicator lamp comes on.
Make sure the cap is tightened securely.
The indicator lamp goes off after driving
several times. If the indicator lamp does
not go off, contact your Toyota dealer as
soon as possible.
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CAUTION
D Make sure the cap is tightened se-
curely to prevent fuel spillage in
case of an accident.
D Use only a genuine Toyota fuel tank
cap for replacement. It has a built−
in check valve to reduce fuel tank
vacuum.
Electric moon roof
Sliding operation
Tilting operation
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To operate the moon roof, use the
switches beside the personal light.
The key must be in the ”ON” position.
Sun shade operation—
The sun shade can be opened or closed
by hand.
Sliding operation—
To open: Push the switch on the ”SLIDE”
side.
The sun shade will be opened together
with the roof.
To close: Push the switch on the opposite
side of the ”SLIDE” side.
As a precaution when closing, the roof
stops at the three−quarters closed position
before fully closing. Therefore, release the
switch and then push it again to close it
completely.
Tilting operation—
To tilt up: Push the switch on the ”UP”
side.
To lower: Push the switch on the opposite
side of the ”UP” side.
You may stop the moon roof at any desired position. The roof will move while
the switch is being pushed and stop when
released.
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Detachable sun roof—
—Sun roof precautions
—Tilting up and closing
CAUTION
To avoid serious personal injury, you
must do the following.
D While the vehicle is moving, always
keep the head, hands and other
parts of the body of all occupants
away from the roof opening. Otherwise, you could be seriously injured
if the vehicle stops suddenly or if
the vehicle is involved in an accident.
D Always make sure nobody places
his/her head, hands and other parts
of the body in the roof opening before you close the roof. If someone’s neck, head or hands gets
caught in the closing roof, it could
result in a serious injury. When
anyone close the roof, first make
sure it is safe to do so.
D Never leave small children alone in
the vehicle, especially with the ignition key still inserted. They could
use the moon roof switches and get
trapped in the roof opening. Unattended children can become involved in serious accidents.
D Never sit on top of the vehicle
around the roof opening.
CAUTION
To avoid serious personal injury, you
must do the following.
D While the vehicle is moving, always
keep the head, hands and other
parts of the body of all occupants
away from the roof opening. Otherwise, you could be seriously injured
if the vehicle stops suddenly or if
the vehicle is involved in an accident.
D Never sit on top of the vehicle
around the roof opening.
D Never attempt to remove the sun
roof panel while driving. Otherwise,
the panel may become a hazard by
falling into or flying off the vehicle.
D After installing the sun roof panel,
make sure they are firmly secured
by pushing up on the underside of
each panel.
D Never put your hands between the
sun roof panel and the surrounding
roof.
To tilt up the sun roof, first pull down
on the handle while pushing in one of
the lock buttons. Then push up the sun
roof until it locks.
After tilting up the sun roof, make sure
the handle is securely in place.
When closing the sun roof, slowly pull
down the handle while supporting the roof
with your hand. Close and lock the sun
roof by pushing the handle until it clicks.
Be sure to use your palm to push the
handle. After closing the sun roof, make
sure it is securely locked.
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—Removing
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1. Pull the handle down while pushing
in one of the lock buttons.
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2. Push in the retaining spring arms as
shown and push up the sun roof.
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3. Push back the auxiliary catch to release it from the hook. Then lift the
sun roof panel and pull it out.
—Stowing
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Install the removed sun roof panel on
the tailgate as follows.
NOTICE
If the rear seats are reclined, return
them to the upright position before
closing the tailgate. Otherwise, they
will interfere with the installed sun
roof panel, possibly damaging the
panel.
1. Remove the holder from the tailgate
by turning the bolts counterclockwise.
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2. Set the front edge of the sun roof
panel into the holders.
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—Installing
3. Place the removed holder over the
sun roof handle.
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4. Secure the holder by turning the
bolts clockwise.
NOTICE
Do not drive the vehicle without
checking that the roof panel is securely attached to the tailgate.
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1. Insert the flat hinges of the sun roof
panel into the hinge cases on the
body. Then slowly lower it while
holding the roof with your hands.
Make sure both flat hinges are inserted
into the hinge cases.
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Soft−top—
—Soft−top precautions
2. Press in the retaining spring arms
and insert them into the holes. Then
lock the sun roof by pushing the
handle up with the palm of your
hand until the handle clicks.
CAUTION
To avoid serious personal injury, you
must do the following.
D While the vehicle is moving, always
keep the head, hands and other
parts of the body of all occupants
away from the soft−top opening.
Otherwise, you could be seriously
injured if the vehicle stops suddenly or if the vehicle is involved in an
accident.
D Do not lower or raise the soft−top
while the vehicle is moving. You
may lose control and it may cause
an accident.
D The vehicle should never be driven
with the soft−top partially lowered.
Make sure the top has been either
fully latched to the roof or fully
lowered before driving.
D When raising or lowering the soft−
top, keep hands clear from any
parts of the top linkage.
D Do not drive the vehicle only with
the rear window removed because
serious injury or death can result.
The removed rear window may let
the exhaust gases enter the vehicle.
If you must drive with the rear window removed, broken or not fully
sealed, you should immediately remove the quarter windows also to
avoid exhaust gas filled up and as
necessary have the window fixed
immediately.
D Make sure no object overhangs the
vehicle. The overhanging objects
may cause an accident.
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NOTICE
z Make sure there are no items or
packages between the rear seatback
and the soft−top storage area when
raising or lowering the soft−top.
Even small items may interfere with
soft−top operation and can cause
damage.
z Do not sit or place excessive
weight on the soft−top; when the
top is up or down, damage may
result.
z Do not raise or lower the soft−top
when the temperature is below 0°C
(32°F), or damage may result to the
top material, rear window or quarter
windows. If necessary to do so,
warm the vehicle in a heated garage
prior to operating the soft−top
mechanism.
z Do not lower the soft−top if the top
is damp or wet. Interior water damage, water stains or mildew of the
top material may result.
z Do not bend the removed quarter
and rear windows or hit them on a
hard object. It may damage the removed windows.
Rav4(U)
—Lowering the soft−top
Before lowering the soft−top, make sure
the soft−top is securely closed.
REMOVING THE QUARTER WINDOWS
1. Remove the Velcros on the top of
the quarter window from the inside
of the vehicle.
2. Remove the Velcros on the quarter
window from the outside of the vehicle.
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2000 RAV4 (OM42479U)
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