Toyota RAV4 (XA40) 2013-2018 Owners Manual: Before driving
Floor mat
Use only floor mats designed specifically for vehicles of the same model and model year as your vehicle. Fix them securely in place onto the carpet.
- Insert the retaining hooks (clips)
into the floor mat eyelets.
- Turn the upper knob of each
retaining hook (clip) to secure
the floor mats in place.
*: Always align the 
marks.
The shape of the retaining hooks (clips) may differ from that shown in the illustration.
Caution
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may cause the driver’s floor mat to slip, possibly interfering with the pedals while driving. An unexpectedly high speed may result or it may become difficult to stop the vehicle, leading to an accident, or leading to death or a serious injury.
When installing the driver’s floor mat
- Do not use floor mats designed for other models or different model year vehicles, even if they are toyota genuine floor mats.
- Only use floor mats designed for the driver’s seat.
- Always install the floor mat securely using the retaining hooks (clips) provided.
- Do not use two or more floor mats on top of each other.
- Do not place the floor mat bottom-side up or upside-down.
Before driving
- Check that the floor mat is securely
fixed in the correct place with all the
provided retaining hooks (clips). Be
especially careful to perform this check
after cleaning the floor.
- With the engine stopped and the shift lever in p, fully depress each pedal to the floor to make sure it does not interfere with the floor mat.
For safe use
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For safety drive
For safe driving, adjust the seat and mirror to an appropriate
position before driving. ...
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On-vehicle inspection
Check front seat side airbag assembly (vehicle not involved in
collision)
Perform a diagnostic system check (see page rs-
49).
With the front seat side airbag installed on the
vehicle, perform a visual check. If any of the defects
mentioned below are present, replace the fron ...
Emission control system
Parts location
System diagram
On-vehicle inspection
Check fuel cut rpm
Increase the engine speed to at least 3,500 rpm.
Use a sound scope to check for injector operating
noise.
Check that the operating sounds stop momentarily
and then resume when the t ...
Luggage compartment features
Cargo hooks
Raise the hook to use.
The cargo hooks are provided for
securing loose items.
WARNING
â– When cargo hooks are not in
use
To avoid injury, always return the
hooks to their stowed positions
when not in use.
Deck board
â– Flipping the deck board
upside down
The deck board can be flipped
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