Toyota RAV4 (XA40) 2013-2018 Owners Manual: Air conditioning filter
The air conditioning filter must be changed regularly to maintain air conditioning efficiency.
Removal method
- Vehicles without a smart key system: turn the engine switch to the
“lock” position.
Vehicles with a smart key system: turn the engine switch off.
- Open the glove box. Slide off the damper.
- Push in each side of the glove box to disconnect the claws.
- Remove the filter cover.
- Remove the air conditioning filter
and replace it with a new
one.
The
marks shown on the filter
should be pointing up.
Changing interval
Inspect and replace the air conditioning filter according to the maintenance schedule. In dusty areas or areas with heavy traffic flow, early replacement may be required. (For scheduled maintenance information, please refer to the “owner’s manual supplement” or “scheduled maintenance”.)
If air flow from the vents decreases dramatically
The filter may be clogged. Check the filter and replace if necessary.
Notice
When using the air conditioning system
Make sure that a filter is always installed.
Using the air conditioning system without a filter may cause damage to the system.
Wheels
If a wheel is bent, cracked or heavily corroded, it should be
replaced. Otherwise, the tire may separate from the wheel or
cause a loss of handling control.
Wheel selection
When replacing wheels, ...
Wireless remote
control/electronic
key battery
Replace the battery with a new one if it is depleted.
You will need the following items:
Flathead screwdriver
Small flathead screwdriver
Lithium battery cr2016 (vehicles without a smart key s ...
Other materials:
Registration
Perform vehicle stability control system recognition in ecm
Notice:
If the vehicle has both cruise control and vsc, when
replacing ecm, perform vsc recognition as follows:
Turn the ignition switch on.
After waiting approximately 5 seconds, turn the
cruise control main switch on.
Ke ...
Child restraint system
■ Types of child restraint system installation methods
Confirm with the operation manual enclosed with the child restraint
system about the installation of the child restraint system.
Seat belt attachment
Child restraint LATCH
anchors attachment
Anchor brackets (for
top tether strap) attachment
...
Door control receiver
Components
Removal
Remove rear door scuff plate rh
Using a screwdriver, detach the 9 claws.
Hint:
Tape the screwdriver tip before use.
Using a clip remover, detach the 2 clips and remove
the garnish.
Remove rear door opening trim
weatherstrip rh
...
