Toyota RAV4 manuals

Toyota RAV4 (XA40) 2013-2018 Owners Manual: Theft deterrent system

Engine immobilizer system

The vehicle’s keys have built-in transponder chips that prevent the engine from starting if a key has not been previously registered in the vehicle’s on-board computer.

Never leave the keys inside the vehicle when you leave the vehicle.

This system is designed to help prevent vehicle theft but does not guarantee absolute security against all vehicle thefts.

Vehicles without a smart key system

The indicator light flashes after the key has been removed from the engine switch to indicate that the system is operating.

The indicator light stops flashing after the registered key has been inserted into the engine switch to indicate that the system has been canceled.


Vehicles with a smart key system

The indicator light flashes after the engine switch has been turned off to indicate that the system is operating.

The indicator light stops flashing after the engine switch has been turned to accessory or ignition on mode to indicate that the system has been canceled.

System maintenance

The vehicle has a maintenance-free type engine immobilizer system.

Conditions that may cause the system to malfunction

Certifications for the engine immobilizer system (for vehicles sold in the u.S.A., Hawaii, guam, saipan, puerto rico, american samoa and nato germany)

Fcc id: mozri-42bty fcc id: wrkri-44bty*

Fcc id: ni4tmimb-3* *: u.S.A. Only

This device complies with part 15 of the fcc rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This device complies with industry canada licence-exempt rss standard(s).

Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

Caution

Certifications for the engine immobilizer system

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Notice

To ensure the system operates correctly

Do not modify or remove the system. If modified or removed, the proper operation of the system cannot be guaranteed.

Exhaust gas precautions
Harmful substance to the human body is included in exhaust gases if inhale. Caution Exhaust gases include harmful carbon monoxide (co), which is colorless and odorless. Observe the following preca ...

Instrument cluster
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Other materials:

If the electronic key does not operate properly (vehicles with a smart key system)
If communication between the electronic key and vehicle is interrupted („_p. 107) Or the electronic key cannot be used because the battery is depleted, the smart key system and wireless remote control cannot be used. In such cases, the doors can be opened and the engine can be started by follo ...

Terminals of ecu (2005/11-2006/01)
Notice: Turn the ignition switch off before measuring the resistances of the main wire and the branch wire. After the ignition switch is turned off, check that the key reminder warning system and light reminder warning system are not in operation. Before measuring the resistance, leave ...

If the vehicle becomes stuck
Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle becomes stuck in mud, dirt or snow: Stop the engine. Set the parking brake and shift the shift lever to p. Remove the mud, snow or sand from around the stuck tire. Place wood, stones or some other material to help provide t ...

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