Toyota RAV4 (XA40) 2013-2018 Owners Manual: Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles without a smart key system)
Starting the engine
- Check that the parking brake is set.
- Check that the shift lever is set in p.
- Firmly depress the brake pedal.
- Turn the engine switch to the “start” position to start the engine.
Changing the engine switch positions
- “Lock”
The steering wheel is locked and the key can be removed. (The key can be removed only when the shift lever is in p.)
- “Acc”
Some electrical components such as the audio system can be used.
- “On”
All electrical components can be used.
- “Start”
For starting the engine.
Turning the key from “acc” to “lock”
- Shift the shift lever to p.
- Push in the key and turn it to the
“lock” position.
If the engine does not start
The engine immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. („_P. 76) Contact your toyota dealer.
When the steering lock cannot be released
When starting the engine, the engine
switch may seem stuck in the “lock”
position. To free it, turn the key while turning
the steering wheel slightly left and
right. 
Key reminder function
A buzzer sounds if the driver’s door is opened while the engine switch is in the “lock” or “acc” position to remind you to remove the key.
Caution
When starting the engine
Always start the engine while sitting in the driver’s seat. Do not depress the accelerator pedal while starting the engine under any circumstances.
Doing so may cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
Caution when driving
Do not turn the engine switch to the “lock” position while driving. If, in an emergency, you must turn the engine off while the vehicle is moving, turn the engine switch only to the “acc” position to stop the engine. An accident may result if the engine is stopped while driving.
Notice
To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the engine switch in the “acc” or “on” position for long periods of time without the engine running.
When starting the engine
- Do not crank the engine for more than 30 seconds at a time. This may overheat the starter and wiring system.
- Do not race a cold engine.
- If the engine becomes difficult to start or stalls frequently, have your vehicle checked by your toyota dealer immediately.
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.
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Vehicle lift and support locations
Notice about vehicle condition when
jacking up vehicle
The vehicle must be unloaded before jacking up /
lifting up the vehicle. Never jack up / lift up a heavily
loaded vehicle.
When removing heavy parts such as the engine and
transmission, the center of gravity of the vehicle
m ...
Utility vehicle
precautions
This vehicle belongs to the utility vehicle class, which has
higher ground clearance and narrower tread in relation to the
height of its center of gravity to make it capable of performing in
a wide variety of off-road applications.
Utility vehicle feature
Specific design characteristics give ...
Differential case
Components
Disassembly
Remove front differential ring gear
Place the matchmarks on the ring gear and
differential case.
Remove the 14 bolts.
Using a plastic-faced hammer, tap on the ring gear
to remove it from the case.
Remove front differential case ...
