Toyota RAV4 (XA40) 2013-2018 Owners Manual: Do-it-yourself maintenance

Emission inspection and maintenance (i/m) programs

Some states have vehicle emission inspection programs which include obd (on board diagnostics) checks. The obd system monitors the operation of the emission control system. If the malfunction indic ...

Do-it-yourself service precautions

If you perform maintenance by yourself, be sure to follow the correct procedure as given in these sections. Caution The engine compartment contains many mechanisms and fluids that may ...

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Engine compartment
Engine coolant reservoir Engine oil filler cap Battery Brake fluid reservoir Fuse box Radiator Condenser Electric cooling fans Engine oil level dipstick Washer fluid tank Engine oil With the engine at operating temperature and turned off, check the oil level on the dips ...

Utility vehicle precautions
This vehicle belongs to the utility vehicle class, which has higher ground clearance and narrower tread in relation to the height of its center of gravity to make it capable of performing in a wide variety of off-road applications. Utility vehicle feature Specific design characteristics give ...

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 system), or cr2032 (vehicles with a smart key system) Replacing the battery Vehicles without a ...