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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Steering wheel audio switches
Some audio features can be controlled using the switches on the steering wheel. Operation may differ depending on the type of audio system or navigation system. For details, refer to the manual provided with the audio system or navigation system. Operating the audio system using the steering ...

Rear axle hub and bearing
Components On-vehicle inspection Remove rear wheel Disconnect rear drive shaft assembly lh (for 4wd) Disconnect the drive shaft (see page ds-69). Remove rear disc brake cylinder assembly lh (see page br-55) Remove rear disc (see page br-57) Check bearing backlash a ...

Do-it-yourself service precautions
If you perform maintenance by yourself, be sure to follow the correct procedure as given in these sections. Maintenance WARNING The engine compartment contains many mechanisms and fluids that may move suddenly, become hot, or become electrically energized. To avoid death or serious injury, obser ...