Toyota RAV4 2008 User Manual

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SECTION 1-

OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS

Keys and Doors

Keys 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Engine immobilizer system 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Wireless remote control 16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Side doors 22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Power windows 24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Back door 26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Hood 27. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fuel tank cap 28. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Electric moon roof 30. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Keys (without engine immobilizer system)

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Keys (with engine immobilizer system)

Your vehicle is supplied with two kinds of keys.

1. Master keys—These keys work in every lock.

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

To protect items locked in the glove box when using valet parking, 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 writing down the key number and storing it in a safe place.

Your vehicle is supplied with two kinds of keys.

1. Master keys (black)—These keys work in every lock. Your Toyota dealer will need one of them to make a new key with a built- in transponder chip.

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

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A transponder chip for engine immobilizer system has been placed 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 items locked in the glove box when using valet parking, 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.

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

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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.

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NOTICE

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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 removing other transponder keys (including keys of other vehicles) from the ring or while gripping or covering them with your hand to start the engine.

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Do not cover the key grip with any

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Do not bend the key grip.

material that cuts off electromagnetic waves.

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Do not knock the key hard against other objects.

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Do not leave the key exposed to high temperatures for a long period, such as on the dashboard and hood under direct sunlight.

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Do not put the key in water or wash it in an ultrasonic washer.

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Do not use the key with electromagnetic materials.

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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 writing down the key number and storing it in a safe place.

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Engine immobilizer system

The engine immobilizer 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.

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.

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

ing when the key is removed from the ignition switch.

 The indicator light flashes inconsistent-

ly.

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

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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 immobilizer system. If any unauthorized changes or modifications are made, proper operation of the system cannot be guaranteed.

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For vehicles sold in U.S.A.

For vehicles sold in Canada

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Wireless remote control—

FCC ID: MOZRI- 20BTY

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.

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

CAUTION

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.

1. Indicator light

2. Lock switch

3. Alarm switch

4. Unlock switch

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

When you operate any switch, push it slowly and securely. At this time, the indicator light flashes once.

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

 Do not leave the key in places where

the temperature becomes high such as on the dashboard.

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

objects or dropping it.

 Avoid putting it in water.

You can use up to 3 wireless remote control keys for the same vehicle. Contact your Toyota dealer for detailed information.

If the wireless remote control key does not actuate the side doors and back door or alarm, or operate from a normal distance or the indicator on the key is dimmed or does not come on:

 Check for closeness to a radio trans-

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

 The battery may have been consumed.

Check the battery in the key. To replace the battery, see “—Replacing battery” on page 20.

If you lose your wireless remote control key, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible to avoid the possibility of theft, or an accident. (See “If you lose your keys” on page 343 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:

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—Locking and unlocking doors

 Reorient or relocate the receiving an-

tenna.

 Increase the separation between the

equipment and receiver.

 Connect the equipment into an outlet

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

 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

Locking operation

NOTE 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.

Unlocking operation

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To lock and unlock all the doors, push the switches of the key slowly and securely. At this time, the indicator light on the key grip flashes once.

To lock: Push the lock switch. All the side doors and back door are locked simultaneously. At this time one beep will be heard, and the turn signal lights flash once.

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

The beep and flashing turn signal lights can be disabled. For details, contact your Toyota dealer.

If any of the side doors or the back door is not securely closed, locking cannot be performed by the lock switch and a beep will sound continuously for 10 seconds. However, if the key is in the ignition switch, a beep will not sound.

To stop the beep, close all the side doors and back door securely or push the unlock switch.

The beep can be disabled. For details, contact your Toyota dealer.

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—Activating alarm

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. Each time the unlock switch is pushed, two beeps will be heard, and the turn signal lights flash twice.

This double switch operation to unlock all the side doors and back door can be changed to a single switch operation. For details, contact your Toyota dealer.

When you unlock all the doors using the wireless remote control, the illuminated entry function will be activated. (For further information, see “Illuminated entry system” on page 119 in Section 1-5.)

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.

The time before automatic door lock function can be changed. For details, contact your Toyota dealer.

If the lock or unlock switch is kept pressed in, the locking or unlocking operation is not repeated. Release the switch and then push again.

Pushing the alarm switch blows the horn intermittently and flashes the headlights, tail lights and turn signal lights and turns on the interior and personal lights.

The alarm switch is used to deter vehicle theft when you witness anyone attempting to break into or damage your vehicle.

The alarm will last for one minute. To stop alarm midway, push any of the switch on the key. You can also stop the alarm by turning the ignition key from the “LOCK” to “ON” position.

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The alarm function does not work when the ignition key is in the “ON” position.

This alarm function can be disabled. For details, contact your Toyota dealer.

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—Replacing battery

For replacement, use a CR2016 lithium battery or equivalent.

CAUTION

Special care should be taken to prevent small children from swallowing the removed battery or components.

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When replacing the battery, be careful not to lose the components.

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Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by a Toyota dealer.

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Dispose of used batteries according to the local laws.

NOTICE

1. Open the cover using a flathead screwdriver wrapped with plastic tape.

Replace the battery by following these procedures:

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2. Remove the module from the key frame.

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3. Open and remove the battery case cover using a coin.

4. Take out the discharged battery and put in a new battery with the positive (+) side up.

5. Install the battery case cover and then install the module into the key frame. Close the cover.

6. When pushing either switch on the wireless key, make sure the indicator light comes on.

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Do not bend the terminals.

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Make sure the positive side and negative side of the battery are faced correctly.

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Do not replace the battery with wet hands. Water may cause unexpected rust.

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Do not touch or move any components inside the transmitter, or it may interfere with proper operation.

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Be careful not to bend the electrode when inserting the battery and that dust or oils do not adhere to the battery case.

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Close the battery case securely.

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

NOTICE

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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.

All the side doors and back door lock and unlock simultaneously with driver’s 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.

When the driver’s door is unlocked using the key, the illuminated entry system will be activated. (For further information, see “Illuminated entry system” on page 119 in Section 1- 5.)

LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH INSIDE LOCK KNOB

Move the lock knob.

To lock: Push the knob forward. To unlock: Pull the knob backward.

The front doors can be opened by pulling the inside handle even if the lock knobs are in the locked position.

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CAUTION

Do not pull the inside handle of the doors while driving. The doors will open and an accident may occur. Toyota strongly recommends that all children be placed in the rear seat of the vehicle.

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.

Doors cannot be locked if you leave the key in the ignition switch.

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LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH

Driver’s side

Front passenger’s side

POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH Push the switch.

To lock: Push the switch down on the right side. To unlock: Push the switch down on the left side.

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

If you do either of the following, no door can be unlocked with the power door lock switch.

 Lock all the doors with the key or wire-

less remote control when all the doors are closed.

 Open the driver’s door and move the

inside lock knobs to the lock position, then close the door.

The power door lock switch can be reset in the following ways.

 Turn the ignition key to “ON”.  Unlock all the doors with the key or

wireless remote control.

 Unlock the driver’s door with the inside

lock knob, and then unlock all the doors with the power door lock switch.

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REAR DOOR CHILD- PROTECTORS Move the lock lever to the “LOCK”

position as shown on the label.

When the child-protector is locked, you cannot open the rear door by the inside door handle. We recommend using this feature whenever small children are in the vehicle.

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Power windows

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 in an accident. It also helps prevent the doors from being opened unintentionally.

The windows can be operated with the switch on each door. The passengers’ windows can also be controlled by the switches on the driver’s 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 45 seconds even after the ignition switch is turned off. They stop working when the either front door is opened.

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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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If the power window does not operate automatically or the jam protection function does not operate correctly, you should normalize the power window.

To normalize the power window:

1. Push down the power window switch and lower the windows fully.

2. Pull up the switch until the windows close and hold the switch for a second.

Make sure that the window open and close automatically. If the power windows cannot be operated properly, have it checked by your Toyota dealer.

 Never try jamming any part of your

body to activate the jam protection function intentionally, as it could result in a death or serious injury.

 The jam protection function may

not work if something gets caught just before the window is fully closed.

CAUTION

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.

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Window lock switch

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Back door

CAUTION

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

 Before you close the power win-

dows, always make sure there is nobody around the power windows. You must also make sure the heads, hands and other parts of the bodies of all occupants are kept completely inside the vehicle. If someone’s neck, head or hands get caught in a closing window, it could result in death or serious injury. When anyone closes the power windows, make sure he or she operates the windows safely.

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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.

 Be sure to remove the ignition key

when you leave your vehicle.

 Never leave anyone (particularly a

small child) alone in your vehicle, especially with the ignition key still inserted. Otherwise, he/she could use the power window switches and get trapped in a window. Unattended person (particularly a small child) can be involved in a serious accident.

To open the back door, pull the handle.

All the side doors and back door lock and unlock simultaneously with the driver’s door.

Operating the power door lock switch or wireless remote control key simultaneously locks or unlocks the back door. (See “—Locking and unlocking doors” on page 18 and “Side doors” on page 22 in this Section.)

When closing the back door, make sure it is fully closed.

See “—Stowage precautions” on page 301 in Section 2 for precautions when loading luggage.

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Hood

CAUTION

 Keep the back door closed while

driving. This not only keeps the luggage from being thrown out but also prevents exhaust gases from entering the vehicle.

 If the open back door hides the

stop, tail 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.

To open the hood:

1. Pull the hood lock release lever. The hood will spring up slightly.

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2. In front of the vehicle, pull up the auxiliary catch lever and lift the hood.

Before driving, be sure that the hood is closed and securely locked. Otherwise, the hood may open unexpectedly while driving and an accident may occur.

CAUTION

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After inserting the support rod into the slot, make sure the rod supports the hood securely from falling down on to your head or body.

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Fuel tank cap

CAUTION

3. Hold the hood open by inserting the support rod into the slot.

To insert the support rod into the slot, move it straight up. If it is moved to the side or toward the inside of the vehicle, it may become detached.

Before closing the hood, check to see that you have not forgotten any tools, rags, etc. and return the support rod to its clip—this prevents rattles. Then lower the hood and make sure it locks into place. If necessary, press down gently on the front edge to lock it.

NOTICE

Be sure to return the support rod to its clip before closing the hood. Closing the hood with the support rod up could cause the hood to bend.

This indicates that the fuel filler door is on the left side of your vehicle.

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1. To open the fuel filler door, pull the lever up.

When refueling, turn off the engine.

CAUTION

2. To remove the fuel tank cap, turn the cap counterclockwise. Pause slightly before removing it.

It is not unusual to hear a slight swoosh when the cap is opened.

 Do not smoke, cause sparks or al-

low open flames when refueling. The fumes are flammable.

 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.

3. The removed cap can be hanged on the cap hanger.

When installing the cap, turn it clockwise until one click is heard, in order to fully close it. The cap returns slightly when your hand is released from the cap after closure, however this does not cause any problems.

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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Electric moon roof

CAUTION

 Make sure the cap is tightened se-

curely to prevent fuel spillage in the event of an accident.

 Use only a genuine Toyota fuel tank

cap for replacement. It is designed to regulate fuel tank pressure.

To prevent damage to the cap, apply force only in the turning direction to the cap. Do not pull or pry it.

NOTICE

Sliding operation

Tilting operation

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To operate the moon roof, use the switch on the overhead console.

The key must be in the “ON” position. The sun shade can be opened or closed

by hand.

Automatic sliding operation—

To open: Push the switch on the “SLIDE OPEN” side.

The roof will open and stop partway 50 mm (2.0 in.) from the fully opened position. When you push the “SLIDE OPEN” side again, the moon roof will open fully. To stop the roof partway, push the switch on either the “SLIDE OPEN” or “TILT UP” side briefly.

As driving with the moon roof opened fully will cause wind throbs, we recommend you to drive with the moon roof partway 50 mm (2.0 in.) from the fully opened position.

The sun shade will be opened together with the roof.

To close: Push the switch on the “TILT UP” side.

The roof will fully close automatically. To stop the roof partway, push the switch on either the “SLIDE OPEN” or “TILT UP” side briefly.

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Manual sliding operation—

To open the moon roof slightly, quickly push and release the switch on the “SLIDE OPEN” side.

To close the moon roof slightly, quickly push and release the switch on the “TILT UP” side.

Automatic tilting operation—

To tilt up: Push the switch on the “TILT UP” side.

To tilt down: Push the switch on the “SLIDE OPEN” side.

The roof will fully tilt up or down automatically. To stop the roof partway, push the switch on either the “SLIDE OPEN” or “TILT UP” side briefly.

Manual tilting operation—

To tilt up the moon roof slightly, quickly push and release the switch on the “TILT UP” side.

To tilt down the moon roof slightly, quickly push and release the switch on the “SLIDE OPEN” side.

Key off operation: The moon roof works for 45 seconds even after the ignition switch is turned off. It stops working when either front door is opened.

Jam protection function: If something gets caught between the moon roof and frame during closing operation, the moon roof stops and opens half way.

If the moon roof receives a strong impact, this function may work even if nothing is caught.

If the moon roof does not operate automatically or the jam protection function does not operate correctly, you should normalize the moon roof.

To normalize the moon roof, push and hold the moon roof switch on the “TILT UP” side until the roof fully tilts up. Then release the switch. Push and hold the switch on the “TILT UP” side until the moon roof tilts up, tilts down, slides open and then closes automatically.

Make sure that the moon roof opens and closes automatically. If the moon roof cannot be operated properly, have it checked by your Toyota dealer.

CAUTION

To avoid death or serious personal injury, you must do the following:

 While the vehicle is moving, always

keep the heads, hands and other parts of the bodies of all occupants away from the roof opening. Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury if the vehicle stops suddenly or if the vehicle is involved in an accident.

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 Before you close the moon roof,

always make sure there is nobody around the moon roof. You must also make sure nobody places his or her head, hands and other parts of the body in the roof opening. If someone’s neck, head or hands get caught in the closing roof, it could result in death or serious injury. When anyone closes the moon roof, first make sure it is safe to do so.

 Be sure to remove the ignition key

when you leave your vehicle.

 Never leave anyone (particularly a

small child) alone in your vehicle, especially with the ignition key still inserted. Otherwise, he/she could use the moon roof switch and get trapped in the roof opening. Unattended person (particularly a small child) can be involved in a serious accident.

 Never sit on top of the vehicle

around the roof opening.

 Never try jamming any part of your

body to activate the jam protection function intentionally, as it could result in a death or serious injury.

 The jam protection function may

not work if something gets caught just before the moon roof is fully closed.

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SECTION 1-

OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS

Occupant restraint systems

Seats 34. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Front seat s 34. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Rear seats 38. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Flattening seatbacks 48. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Armrest 51. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Head rest raints 51. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Seat heater s 52. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Seat belts 53. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SRS airbags 64. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Child restraint 85. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Front seats—

Seats

While the vehicle is being driven, all vehicle occupants should have the seatback upright, sit well back in the seat and properly wear the seat belts provided.

 Do not drive the vehicle unless the

occupants are properly seated. Do not allow any passengers to sit on top of a folded- down seatback, or in the luggage compartment or cargo area. Persons not properly seated and/or not properly restrained by seat belts can be killed or severely injured in the event of emergency braking or a collision.

 During driving, do not allow any

passengers to stand up or move around between seats. Otherwise, death or severe injuries can occur in the event of emergency braking or a collision.

CAUTION

—Front seat precautions

Driver seat

The SRS driver airbag deploys with considerable force, and can cause death or serious injury especially if the driver is very close to the airbag. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (“NHTSA”) advises:

Since the risk zone for driver airbag is the first 50—75 mm (2—3 in.) of inflation, placing yourself 250 mm (10 in.) from your driver airbag provides you with a clear margin of safety. This distance is measured from the center of the steering wheel to your breastbone. If you sit less than 250 mm (10 in.) away now, you can change your driving position in several ways:

 Move your seat to the rear as far

as you can while still reaching the pedals comfortably.

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 Slightly recline the back of the

seat. Although vehicle designs vary, many drivers can achieve the 250 mm (10 in.) distance, even with the driver seat all the way forward, simply by reclining the back of the seat somewhat. If reclining the back of your seat makes it hard to see the road, raise yourself by using a firm, non- slippery cushion, or raise the seat if your vehicle has that feature.

 If your steering wheel is adjustable,

tilt it downward. This points the airbag toward your chest instead of your head and neck.

The seat should be adjusted as recommended by NHTSA above, while still maintaining control of the foot pedals, steering wheel, and your view of the instrument panel controls.

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Front passenger seat

CAUTION

The SRS front passenger airbag also deploys with considerable force, and can cause death or serious injury especially if the front passenger is very close to the airbag. The front passenger seat should be as far from the airbag as possible with the seatback adjusted, so the front passenger sits upright.

Front seats (with SRS side airbags)

The SRS side airbags are installed in the driver and front passenger seats. Observe the following precautions.

 Do not lean against the front door

when the vehicle is in use, since the side airbag inflates with considerable speed and force. Otherwise, you may be killed or seriously injured.

 Do not use seat accessories which

cover the area where the side airbags inflate. Such accessories may prevent the side airbags from activating correctly, causing death or serious injury.

 Do not modify or replace the seats

or upholstery of the seats equipped with side airbags. Such change may prevent the side airbag system from activating correctly, disable the system or cause the side airbags to inflate accidentally, resulting in death or serious injury.

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CAUTION

—Seat adjustment precau tio ns

CAUTION

 Do not adjust the seat while the

vehicle is moving as the seat may unexpectedly move and cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle.

 Be careful that the seat does not

hit a passenger or luggage.

 After adjusting the seat position,

try sliding it forward and backward to make sure it is locked in position.

 After adjusting the seatback, push

your body back against the seat to make sure the seat is locked in position.

 Do not put objects under the seats.

Otherwise, the objects may interfere with the seat- lock mechanism or unexpectedly push up the seat position adjusting lever and the seat may suddenly move, causing the driver to lose control of the vehicle.

 While adjusting the seat, do not put

your hands under the seat or near the moving parts. Otherwise, your hands or fingers may be caught and injured.

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—Adjusting front seats (manual seat)

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1. SEAT POSITION ADJUSTING LEVER

Hold the center of the lever and pull it up. Then slide the seat to the desired position with slight body pressure and release the lever.

2. SEAT HEIGHT ADJUSTING LEVER

Pull up or push down the lever.

3. SEATBACK ANGLE ADJUSTING LEVER

Lean forward and pull the lever up. Then lean back to the desired angle and release the lever.

Driver’s seat Passenger’s seat

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—Adjusting front seats (power seat)

CAUTION

Avoid reclining the seatback any more than needed. The seat belts provide maximum protection in a frontal or rear collision when the driver and the front passenger are sitting up straight and well back in the seats. If you are reclined, the lap belt may slide past your hips and apply restraint forces directly to the abdomen or your neck may contact the shoulder belt. In the event of a frontal collision, the more the seat is reclined, the greater the risk of death or personal injury.

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1. SEAT POSITION, SEAT CUSHION ANGLE AND SEAT HEIGHT ADJUSTING SWITCH

Move the control switch in the desired direction.

Releasing the switch will stop the seat at that position.

Do not place anything under the front seats, as this might interfere with the seat movement.

2. SEATBACK ANGLE ADJUSTING SWITCH

Move the control switch in the desired direction.

Releasing the switch will stop the seatback at that position.

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Rear seats— —Rear seat precautions

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CAUTION

3. SEAT LUMBAR SUPPORT ADJUSTING SWITCH

Push the control switch on either side.

The amount of lumbar support will change while the switch is pushed.

CAUTION

 Do not adjust the seat while the

vehicle is moving.

 Be careful that the seat does not

hit a passenger or luggage.

 Adjust both seat cushions to the

same position and align all seatbacks at the same angle when a person sits in the rear center position. Otherwise, the person cannot wear the seat belt properly and this may cause death or serious injuries in a collision.

 After adjusting the seat position,

try sliding it forward and backward to make sure it is locked in position.

 After adjusting the seatback, push

back your body to make sure the seat is locked in position.

 When returning seats to their origi-

nal position, observe the following precautions in order to prevent death or serious injury in a collision or sudden stop:

Make sure the seat is securely locked by pushing forward and rearward on the top of the seatback. Failure to do so will prevent the seat belt from operating properly.

Make sure the seat belts are not twisted or caught under the seat and are arranged in their proper position and are ready to use.

Folding down the seats will enlarge the luggage compartment. See “—Stowage precautions” on page 301 in Section 2 for precautions when loading luggage.

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—Adjusting rear/second seats

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1. SEAT POSITION ADJUSTING LEVER

Hold the center of the lever and pull it up. Then slide the seat to the desired position with slight body pressure and release the lever.

When a person sits in the rear center position, adjust both seat cushions to the same position.

2. SEATBACK ANGLE ADJUSTING LEVERS

Pull down the lever. Then lean back to the desired angle and release the lever.

When a person sits in the rear center position, align all seatbacks at the same angle.

Without third seat With third seat

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—Moving second seat for third seat entry

CAUTION

 Adjustments should not be made

while the vehicle is moving.

 Adjust both seat cushions to the

 Avoid reclining the seatback any

more than needed. The seat belts provide maximum protection in a frontal or rear collision when the passengers are sitting up straight and well back in the seats. If you are reclined, the lap belt may slide past your hips and apply restraint forces directly to the abdomen or your neck may contact the shoulder belt. In the event of a frontal collision, the more the seat is reclined, the greater the risk of death or personal injury.

 After adjusting the seatback, push

back your body to make sure it is locked in position.

 After adjusting the seat position,

try sliding it forward and backward to make sure it is locked in position.

For easy access to the third seat from right side, do this.

Pull down the lever and fold the seatback. The seat will slide forward.

After passengers are in, lift up the seatback and return the seat to the original position.

CAUTION

After putting back the seat, try pushing the seat forward and rearward to make sure it is secured in place.

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