Toyota RAV4 (XA40) 2013-2018 Owners Manual: Automatic transmission

Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles with a smart key system)

Performing the following operations when carrying the electronic key on your person starts the engine or changes engine switch modes. Starting the engine Check that the parking brake is set. ...

Shifting the shift lever

Vehicles without a smart key system While the engine switch is in the “on” position, move the shift lever with the brake pedal depressed. When shifting the shift lever between p and d, ...

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Fuel information
You must only use unleaded gasoline in your vehicle. Select octane rating 87 (research octane number 91) or higher. Use of unleaded gasoline with an octane rating lower than 87 may result in engine knocking. Persistent knocking can lead to engine damage. At minimum, the gasoline you use sho ...

Parking brake
Sets the parking brake Fully pull the parking brake while depressing the brake pedal. Releases the parking brake Slightly raise the lever and lower it completely while pressing the button. Usage in winter time Notice Before driving Fully release the parking brake. Driving t ...

Checking and replacing fuses
If any of the electrical components do not operate, a fuse may have blown. If this happens, check and replace the fuses as necessary. Checking and replacing fuses 1. Turn the engine switch to OFF. 2. Open the fuse box cover. Engine compartment: Type A fuse box (if equipped) Push claws A and B to co ...