Toyota RAV4 (XA40) 2013-2018 Owners Manual: Opening, closing and locking the doors

Using the mechanical key (vehicles with a smart key system)

To take out the mechanical key, push the release button and take the key out. The mechanical key can only be inserted in one direction, as the key only has grooves on one side. If the key cann ...

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Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles without smart key system)
Starting the engine 1. Pull the parking brake switch to check that the parking brake is set. The parking brake indicator will come on. 2. Check that the shift lever is set in P. 3. Firmly depress the brake pedal. 4. Turn the engine switch to START to start the engine. ■If the engine does not s ...

Before refueling the vehicle
Close all the doors and windows, and turn the engine switch to the “lock” position (vehicles without a smart key system) or off (vehicles with a smart key system). Confirm the type of fuel. Fuel types Unleaded gasoline (octane rating 87 [research octane number 91] or higher) Cauti ...

Checking tires
Check if the treadwear indicators are showing on the tires. Also check the tires for uneven wear, such as excessive wear on one side of the tread. Check the spare tire condition and pressure if not rotated. New tread Worn tread Treadwear indicator The location of treadwear indicators is show ...