Toyota RAV4 (XA50) 2019-2026 Owners Manual: Checking and adding the brake fluid
â– Checking fluid level
The brake fluid level should be between the "MAX" and "MIN" lines on the tank.
â– Adding fluid
1. Slide and lift up the rubber strip to partly remove it as shown.
2. Disconnect the claws and remove the service cover.
3. Remove the reservoir cap.
4. Add brake fluid slowly while checking the fluid level.
Make sure to check the fluid type and prepare the necessary item.
â– Brake fluid can absorb moisture from the air
Excess moisture in the brake fluid can cause a dangerous loss of braking efficiency. Use only newly opened brake fluid.
WARNING
â– When filling the reservoir
Take care as brake fluid can harm your hands and eyes and damage painted surfaces.
If fluid gets on your hands or in your eyes, flush the affected area with clean water immediately.
If you still experience discomfort, see a doctor.
NOTICE
â– If the fluid level is low or high
It is normal for the brake fluid level to go down slightly as the brake pads wear out or when the fluid level in the accumulator is high.
If the reservoir needs frequent refilling, there may be a serious problem.
Checking the coolant
The coolant level is satisfactory
if it is between the "FULL" and
"LOW" lines on the reservoir
when the engine is cold.
Reservoir cap
"FULL" line
"LOW" line
If the level is on or below the "LOW" ...
Checking the battery
Check the battery as follows.
â– Battery exterior
Make sure that the battery terminals
are not corroded and that
there are no loose connections,
cracks, or loose clamps.
Terminals
Hold-down clamp ...
Other materials:
Fastening and releasing
the seat belt
To fasten the seat belt, push
the plate into the buckle until a click sound is heard.
To release the seat belt,
press the release button A.
â– Emergency locking retractor
(ELR)
The retractor will lock the belt during
a sudden stop or on impact. It may
also lock if you lean forward too
quickly ...
Exterior
The shape of the headlights may differ depending on the grade, etc.
Side doors
Locking/unlocking
Opening/closing the side windows
Locking/unlocking by using the key
Warning messages
Back door
Locking/unlocking
Opening from inside the cabin*
Opening from outside
Warning messages
Outs ...
Precaution
If any of following conditions are met,
keep engine idling with a/c on (engine
speed at less than 2000 rpm) for at least 1
minute:
Refrigerant gas has been refilled or a/c parts have
been replaced.
A long time has elapsed since the engine was
stopped.
Notice:
If the engine s ...
