Toyota RAV4 2002 Owner's Manual

ᘽȧᝌᛆU

For your safety and comfort,

read carefully and keep in the vehicle.

’02 Rav4_U (L/O 0108)

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 operation of your new Toyota. Please read it thoroughly and have all the occupants
follow the instructions carefully. Doing so will help you enjoy many years of safe and trouble−free motoring. For
important information about this manual and your Toyota, read the following pages carefully.

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.

If there is not a Toyota dealer near you, or you need emergency assistance for any reason, please call the following number:

D U.S. OWNERS: Toyot a Customer A ssistance Center Toll−free:1−800−331−4331
D CANADIAN OWNERS: Toyot a Canada Customer Interaction Centre Toll−free:1−888−TOYOTA−8 (1−888−869−6828)

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.

© 2001 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.

i

2002 MY RAV4_U (OM42503U)

’02 Rav4_U (L/O 0108)

Important information about this manual

Safety and vehicle damage warnings

Throughout this manual, you will see safety and vehicle dam­age warnings. You must follow these warnings carefully to
avoid possible injury or damage.

The types of warnings, what they look like, and how they are
used in this manual are explained as follows:

CAUTION

This is a warning against something which may cause
injury to people if the warning is ignored. You are
informed about 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 about 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

When you see the safety symbol
shown above, it means: “Do not...”;
“Do not do this”; or “Do not let this
happen”.

ii

2002 MY RAV4_U (OM42503U)

’02 Rav4_U (L/O 0108)

Important information about your Toyota

New vehicle warranty

Your new vehicl e is covered by the following Toyota limited
warranties:

New vehicle warranty

D

Emission control systems warranty

D
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 Supplem ent”.

Accessories, spare parts and

modification of your Toyota

A wide variet y of non−genuine spare parts a nd a ccessor ies
for Toyota vehicles are currently available in the market.
You should know that Toyota does not warrant these prod­ucts and is not respons ible for their performanc e, repair, or
replacement, or for any damage they may cause to, or
advers e e ffect they may hav e o n, your Toyot a 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
modific ation may not be cover ed under warranty.

iii

2002 MY RAV4_U (OM42503U)

’02 Rav4_U (L/O 0108)

Spark ignition system of your

Toyota

The spark igni tion 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 vehi cle could affect electronic systems suc h 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 spec ial instructions regarding ins tallation.

Scrapping of your Toyota

The SRS airbag a nd seat belt pr etensioner dev ices 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
vehic le.

iv

2002 MY RAV4_U (OM42503U)

On−pavement and off−road

driving tips

This vehicle belongs to the utility vehicle class. Utility
vehicles have a si gnificantly h igher rollov er 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” on page 154 in Section 2 and “Off−road
drivi ng precautions ” on page 172 in Section 3.

’02 Rav4_U (L/O 0108)

v

2002 MY RAV4_U (OM42503U)

’02 Rav4_U (L/O 0108)

vi

2002 MY RAV4_U (OM42503U)

Table of contents

’02 Rav4_U (L/O 0108)

1 OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTRO LS Page

1 Overview of instruments and controls 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2 Keys and Doors 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3 Seats, Seat belts, Steering wheel and Mirrors 27. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4 Lights, Wipers and Defogger 79. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5 Gauges, Meters and Service reminder indicators 87. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6 Ignition switch, Transmission and Parking brake 97. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

7 Car audio system 109. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

8 A ir conditioning system 127. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

9 Other equipment 135. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2 INFORMATION BEFORE DRIVING YOUR TOYOTA 153. . . . . . . . . . . . .

3 STARTING AND DRIVING 169. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4 IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY 183. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5 CORROSION PREVENTION AND APPEARANCE CARE 205. . . . . . . .

6 VEHICLE MAINTENANCE AND CARE 211. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

7 DO−IT−YOURSELF MAINTENANCE

1 Introduction 217. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2 Engine and Chassis 225. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3 Electrical components 239. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

8 SPECIFICATIONS 253. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

9 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS FOR U.S. OWNERS AND

UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING 261. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

10 INDEX 265. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

vii

2002 MY RAV4_U (OM42503U)

’02 Rav4_U (L/O 0108)

viii

2002 MY RAV4_U (OM42503U)

’02 Rav4_U (L/O 0108)

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. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2002 MY RAV4_U (OM42503U)

1

Instrument panel overview

’02 Rav4_U (L/O 0108)

1. Side defroster outlets

2. Side vents

3. Instrument cluster

4. Center vents

5. Garage door opener box or auxiliary
box

6. Electr ic moon roof s witch and personal
light

7. Glove box

8. Power door lock switches
(with power windows)

9. Power window switches

10. Automatic transmission selector lever
or manual transmission gear shift lever

11. Par king brake lev er

12. Cup holders

13. Ashtray

14. Power outlet

15. Auxiliary box

16. Hood lock release lever

17. Window lock switch

2

2002 MY RAV4_U (OM42503U)

’02 Rav4_U (L/O 0108)

1. Power rear view mirror control switches

2. Instrument panel light control knob

3. Engine immobiliser system indicator
light

4. Headlight, turn signal and front fog
light switches

5. Wiper and washer switches

6. Front passenger’s seat belt reminder
light

7. Car audio

8. Clock display

9. Emergency flasher switch

10. Rear window and outside rear view
mirror defogger switch

11. Air conditioning controls

12. Cigarette lighter

13. Ashtray

14. Ignition switch

15. Cruise control switch

16. Tilt steering lock release lever

17. Power door lock switch
(without power windows)

2002 MY RAV4_U (OM42503U)

3

Instrument cluster overview

’02 Rav4_U (L/O 0108)

1. Speedometer

2. Service reminder indicators and
indicator lights

3. Tachometer

4

4. Fuel gauge

5. Engine coolant temperature gauge

6. Trip meter reset knob

2002 MY RAV4_U (OM42503U)

7. Odometer and two trip meters

Indicator symbols on the instrument panel

’02 Rav4_U (L/O 0108)

∗

or

Brake system warning light

Driver’s seat belt reminder light

Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light

Discharge warning light

Low engine oil pressure warning light

1

∗

1

∗

1

∗

1

∗

1

or

Anti−lock brake system warning light

∗

Open door warning light

SRS warning light

Automatic transmission fluid temperature warning

∗

1

light

1

∗

1

Low windshield washer fluid level warning light

∗

1

∗

1

Headlight high beam indicator light

∗

or

Malfunction indicator lamp

1

Turn signal indicator lights

∗

Low fuel level warning light

1

Automatic transmission indicator lights

2002 MY RAV4_U (OM42503U)

5

Overdrive−off indicator light

∗

Cruise control indicator light

∗

1

: For details, see “Service reminder indicators and warning

2

buzzers” on page 90 in Section 1−5.

∗

2

: If this light flashes, see “Cruise control” on page 105 in

Section 1−6.

’02 Rav4_U (L/O 0108)

6

2002 MY RAV4_U (OM42503U)

’02 Rav4_U (L/O 0108)

SECTION 1− 2

OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND
CONTROLS

Keys and Doors

Keys 8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Engine immobiliser system 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Side doors 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Power windows 19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Back door 21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Hood 22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fuel tank cap 24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Electric moon roof 25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2002 MY RAV4_U (OM42503U)

7

’02 Rav4_U (L/O 0108)

Keys (without engine
immobiliser system)

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 can be locked with­out a key, you should always carry a
spare 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.

Keys (with engine immobiliser
system)

Your vehicle is supplied with two kinds
of keys.

1. Master key (black)—This key works in
every lock. Your Toyota dealer will
need it to make you a new key with
built−in transponder chip.

2. Sub key (gray)—This key will not work
in the glove box.

8

2002 MY RAV4_U (OM42503U)

A transponder chip for engine immobiliser
system has been filled in the head of the
master and sub keys. These chips are
needed to enable the system to function
correctly, so be careful not to lose these
keys. If you make your own duplicate key,
you will not be able to cancel the system
or start the engine.

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 can be locked with­out a key, you should always carry a
spare key in case you accidentally lock
your keys inside the vehicle.

’02 Rav4_U (L/O 0108)

NOTICE

When using a key containing a trans­ponder chip, observe the following
precautions:

z When starting the engine, do not

use the key with a key ring resting
on the key grip and do not press
the key ring against the key grip.
Otherwise the engine may not start,
or may stop soon after it starts.

z When starting the engine, do not

use the key with other transponder
keys around (including keys of oth­er vehicles) and do not press other
key plates against the key grip.
Otherwise the engine may not start,
or may stop soon after it starts. If
this happens, remove the key once
and then insert it again after taking
off other transponder keys (includ­ing keys of other vehicles) from the
ring or while gripping or covering
them with your hand to start the
engine.

2002 MY RAV4_U (OM42503U)

9

z Do not bend the key grip.

’02 Rav4_U (L/O 0108)

z Do not cover the key grip with any

material that cuts off electromagnet­ic waves.

z Do not knock the key hard against

other objects.

z Do not leave the key exposed to

high temperatures for a long period,
such as on the dashboard and hood
under the direct sunlight.

z Do not put the key in water or

wash it in an ultrasonic washer.

z Do not use the key with electromag-

netic materials.

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.

10

2002 MY RAV4_U (OM42503U)

Engine immobiliser system

The engine immobiliser system is a
theft prevention system. When you in­sert the key in the ignition switch, the
transponder chip in the key’s head
transmits an electronic code to the ve­hicle. The engine will start, only when
the electronic code in the chip corre­sponds to the registered ID code for
the vehicle.

’02 Rav4_U (L/O 0108)

The system is automatically set when the
key is removed from the ignition switch.
The indicator light will start flashing to
show the system is set.

In the following cases, contact your Toyota
dealer.

D The indicator light stays on.
D The indicator light does not start flash-

ing when the key is removed from the
ignition switch.

D The indicator light flashes unsteady.

Inserting the registered key in the ignition
switch automatically cancels the system,
which enables the engine to start. The
indicator light will go off.

For your Toyota dealer to make you a
new key with built−in transponder chip,
your dealer will need your key number
and master key. However, there is a limit
to the number of additional keys your
Toyota dealer can make for you.

If you make your own duplicate key,
you will not be able to cancel the sys­tem or start the engine.

NOTICE

Do not modify, remove or disas­semble the engine immobiliser sys­tem. If any unauthorized changes or
modifications are made, the proper
operation of the system cannot be
guaranteed.

2002 MY RAV4_U (OM42503U)

11

For vehicles sold in U.S.A.

’02 Rav4_U (L/O 0108)

Side doors—

For vehicles sold in Canada

FCC ID: NI4TMIM−4
MADE IN JAPAN

This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:

(1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, includ­ing interference that may cause unde­sired operation.

CAUTION

Changes or modifications not ex­pressly approved by the party respon­sible for compliance could void the
user’s authority to operate the equip­ment.

This device complies with RSS−210 of
industry Canada. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions:

(1) This device may not cause interfer­ence, and (2) this device must accept
any interference, including interference
that may cause undesired operation of
the device.

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 and back door 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 and back door simultaneously.

12

2002 MY RAV4_U (OM42503U)

When all the side doors and back door
are unlocked simultaneously with a key,
the interior light comes on for about 15
seconds and then fades out, even if the
door is not opened. (For further informa­tion, see “Interior lights” on page 82 in
Section 1−4.)

’02 Rav4_U (L/O 0108)

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.

2002 MY RAV4_U (OM42503U)

With power windows (driver’s side)

With power windows (passenger’s side)

13

’02 Rav4_U (L/O 0108)

Operating the switch simultaneously locks
or unlocks all the side doors and back
door.

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.

14

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.

2002 MY RAV4_U (OM42503U)

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.

’02 Rav4_U (L/O 0108)

—Wireless remote control

Locking operation

The wireless remote control system is
designed to lock or unlock all the side
doors and back door, or activate the
“PANIC” mode from a distance within
approximately 1 m (3 ft.) of the vehicle.

LOCKING AND UNLOCKING THE SIDE
DOORS AND BACK DOOR

To lock and unlock all the side doors
and back door, push the switches of
the transmitter slowly and securely.

To lock: Push the “LOCK” switch. All the
side doors and back door are locked si­multaneously. At this time, parking lights
and tail lights flash.

Check to see that all the side doors and
back door are securely locked.

If any of side doors or back door is not
securely closed, or if the key is in the
ignition switch, locking cannot be per­formed by the “LOCK” switch.

To unlock: Push the “UNLOCK” switch
once to unlock the driver’s door alone.
Pushing the switch twice within 3 seconds
unlocks all the side doors and back door
simultaneously. At this time, parking lights
and tail lights flash twice.

Unlocking operation

2002 MY RAV4_U (OM42503U)

15

’02 Rav4_U (L/O 0108)

When all the side doors and back door
are unlocked simultaneously with a wire­less remote control transmitter, the interior
light comes on for about 15 seconds and
then fade out, even if the door is not
opened. (For further information, see “Inte­rior light” on page 82 in Section 1−4.)

You have 30 seconds to open a door after
using the wireless remote unlock feature.
If a door is not opened by then, all the
side doors and back door will be automati­cally locked again.

If the “LOCK” or “UNLOCK” switch is kept
pressed in, the locking or unlocking opera­tion is not repeated. Release the button
and then push again.

16

“PANIC” SWITCH
Pushing the “PANIC” switch blows the

horn intermittently and flashes the
headlights and tail lights.

The “PANIC” switch is used to deter ve­hicle theft when you witness anyone at­tempting to break into or damage your
vehic le.

The alarm will last for one minute. To stop
alarm midway, do the following:

D Push the “PANIC” switch once again.
D Unlock any of side door or back door

with the key or wireless remote control
transmitter.

D Turn the ignition key from the “LOCK”

to “ON” position.

2002 MY RAV4_U (OM42503U)

The “PANIC” mode does not work when
the ignition key is in the “ON” position.

WIRELESS REMOTE CONTROL
TRANSMITTER

The wireless remote control transmitter is
an electronic component. Observe the fol­lowing instructions in order not to cause
damage to the transmitter.

D Do not leave the transmitter on places

where the temperature becomes high
such as on the dashboard.

D Do not disassemble it.
D Avoid knocking it hard against other

objects or dropping it.

D Avoid putting it in water.

You can use up to 4 wireless remote con­trol transmitters for the same vehicle.
Contact your Toyota dealer for detailed
information.

If the wireless remote control transmitter
does not actuate the doors or alarm, or
operate from a normal distance:

D Check for closeness to a radio trans-

mitter such as a radio station or an
airport which can interfere with normal
operation of the transmitter.

’02 Rav4_U (L/O 0108)

D The battery may have been consumed.

Check the battery in the transmitter. To
replace the battery, see “REPLACING
TRANSMITTER BATTERY”.

If you lose your transmitter, contact your
Toyota dealer as soon as possible to
avoid the possibility of theft, or an acci­dent. (See “If you lose your wireless re­mote control transmitter” on page 203 in
Section 4.)

For vehicles sold in U.S.A.

This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:

(1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, includ­ing interference that may cause unde­sired operation.

NOTICE:

This equipment has been tested and
found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part
15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protec­tion against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instruc­tions, may cause harmful interference to
radio communications. However, there
is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interfer­ence to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is en­couraged to try to correct the interfer­ence by one or more of the following
measures :

D Reorient or relocate the receiving an-

tenna.

D Increase the separation between the

equipment and receiver.

D Connect the equipment into an outlet

on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.

D Consult the dealer or an experienced

radio/TV technician for help.

FCC WARNING:
Changes or modifications not ex­pressly approved by the party respon­sible for compliance could void the
user’s authority to operate the equip­ment.

For vehicles sold in Canada

Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:

(1) this device may not cause interfer­ence, and (2) this device must accept
any interference, including interference
that may cause undesired operation of
the device.

2002 MY RAV4_U (OM42503U)

17

REPLACING TRANSMITTER BATTERY

For replacement, use a CR2016 lithium
battery or equivalent.

CAUTION

Special care should be taken that
small children do not swallow the re­moved transmitter battery or compo­nents.

NOTICE

z During replacing the transmitter

battery, do not push the “LOCK”
and “UNLOCK” switches many
times.

z When replacing the transmitter bat-

tery, be careful not to lose the com­ponents.

z Replace only with the same or

equivalent type recommended by
the manufacturer.

z Dispose of used batteries according

to the local laws.

’02 Rav4_U (L/O 0108)

1. Using a coin or equivalent, open the
transmitter case.

2. Remove the discharged transmitter bat­tery.

NOTICE

Do not bend the terminals.

Replace the transmitter battery by the fol­lowing procedures:

18

2002 MY RAV4_U (OM42503U)

’02 Rav4_U (L/O 0108)

z Be careful not to bend the electrode

of the transmitter battery insertion
and that dust or oils do not adhere
to the transmitter case.

z Close the transmitter case securely.

After replacing battery, check that the
transmitter operates properly. If the trans­mitter still does not operate properly, con­tact your Toyota dealer.

Power windows

3. Put a new transmitter battery with posi­tive (+) side up.

Close the transmitter case securely.

NOTICE

z Make sure the positive side and

negative side of the transmitter bat­tery should be faced correctly.

z Do not replace the battery with wet

hands. Water may cause unexpected
rust.

z Do not touch or move any compo-

nents inside of the transmitter, or
it may interfere with proper opera­tion.

2002 MY RAV4_U (OM42503U)

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 either front door
is closed, they work for 43 seconds even
after the ignition switch is turned off. They
stop working when the either front 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.

19

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.

’02 Rav4_U (L/O 0108)

Jam protection function: During automat-

ic 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.

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.

Window lock
switch

OPERATING THE PASSENGERS’
WINDOWS

Use the switch on each passenger’s
door or the switches on the driver’s
door that control each passenger’s 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.

20

2002 MY RAV4_U (OM42503U)

’02 Rav4_U (L/O 0108)

CAUTION

To avoid serious personal injury, you
must do the following.

D Always make sure the heads, hands

and other parts of the bodies 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, make
sure that he/she operates 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 be involved in
serious accidents.

Back door

LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH KEY
Insert the key into the keyhole and turn

it.

To lock: Turn the key clockwise.
To unlock: Turn the key counterclockwise.

To open the back door, pull the lock re­lease lever.

Vehicles with a power door lock system—
All the side doors and back door lock and

unlock simultaneously with the back door.

2002 MY RAV4_U (OM42503U)

21