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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Automatic air conditioning system
Air outlets and fan speed are automatically adjusted according to the temperature setting. Driver’s side temperature control dial Automatic mode button Micro dust and pollen filter mode button Driver’s side temperature setting display Fan speed display Air outlet display ...

Lubrication system
On-vehicle inspection Check engine oil level Warm up the engine, stop the engine and wait for 5 minutes. Check that the engine oil level is between the l and f marks of the oil dipstick. If low, check for leakage and add oil up to the f mark. Notice: Do not add engine oil a ...

Heated steering wheel/seat heaters/seat ventilators
Heated steering wheel Warm up the grip of the steering wheel Seat heaters Warm up the seat upholstery Seat ventilators Maintain good ventilation by pulling air through the seat upholstery WARNING â– To prevent minor burn injuries Care should be taken if anyone in the following categories ...