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Toyota RAV4 (XA40) 2013-2018 Owners Manual: Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior

Toyota RAV4 (XA40) 2013-2018 Owners Manual / Maintenance and care / Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior

Perform the following to protect the vehicle and maintain it in prime condition:

If water does not bead on a clean surface, apply wax when the vehicle body is cool.

Automatic car washes

Before washing the vehicle:

Start washing from the front of the vehicle. Make sure to re-install the antenna and extend the mirrors before driving.

High pressure car washes

Notes for a smart key system (if equipped)

Aluminum wheels (if equipped)

Bumpers

Do not scrub with abrasive cleaners.

Caution

When washing the vehicle

Do not apply water to the inside of the engine compartment. Doing so may cause the electrical components etc. To catch fire.

Precautions regarding the exhaust pipes

Exhaust gases cause the exhaust pipes to become quite hot.

When washing the vehicle, be careful not to touch the pipes until they have cooled sufficiently, as touching hot exhaust pipes can cause burns.

Precautions regarding the blind spot monitor (if equipped)

If the paint of the rear bumper is chipped or scratched, the system may malfunction.

If this occurs, consult your toyota dealer.

Notice

To prevent paint deterioration and corrosion on the body and components (aluminum wheels etc.)

Wash the vehicle immediately in the following cases:

Cleaning the exterior lights

Antenna installation and removal precautions

Maintenance and care
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Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior
The following procedures will help protect your vehicle’s interior and keep it in top condition: Protecting the vehicle interior Remove dirt and dust using a vacuum cleaner. Wipe dirty surfaces ...

Other materials:

Inner rear view mirror
Components Removal Remove inner rear view mirror assembly Disengage the 2 claws and separate the inner rear view mirror cover as shown in the illustration. Remove the inner rear view mirror as shown in the illustration. Installation Install inner rear view mir ...

Terminals of ecm
Hint: The standard normal voltage between each pair of ecm terminals is shown in the table below. The appropriate conditions for checking each pair of terminals are also indicated. The result of checks should be compared with the standard normal voltage for that pair of terminals, displayed ...

Automatic transmission
Select the shift position depending on your purpose and situation. Shift position purpose and functions P - Parking the vehicle/ starting the engine R - Reversing N - Neutral D - Normal driving*1 S  - S mode driving*2 *1:Shifting to the D position allows the system to select a gear suitable for ...

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