Toyota RAV4 (XA50) 2019-2026 Owners Manual: Engine immobilizer system
The vehicle's keys have built-in transponder chips that prevent the engine from starting if a key has not been previously registered in the vehicle's on-board computer.
Never leave the keys inside the vehicle when you leave the vehicle.
This system is designed to help prevent vehicle theft but does not guarantee absolute security against all vehicle thefts.
Operating the system
Vehicles without smart key system
The indicator light flashes after the key has been removed from the engine switch to indicate that the system is operating.
The indicator light goes off after the registered key has been inserted into the engine switch to indicate that the system has been canceled.
Vehicles with smart key system
The indicator light flashes after the engine switch has been turned to OFF to indicate that the system is operating.
The indicator light goes off after the engine switch has been turned to ACC or ON to indicate that the system has been canceled.
â– System maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free type engine immobilizer system.
â– Conditions that may cause the system to malfunction
- If the grip portion of the key is in contact with a metallic object
- If the key is in close proximity to or touching a key to the security system (key with a built-in transponder chip) of another vehicle
NOTICE
â– To ensure the system operates correctly
Do not modify or remove the system.
If modified or removed, the proper operation of the system cannot be guaranteed.
Alarm
The alarm uses light and
sound to give an alert when
an intrusion is detected.
The alarm is triggered in the
following situations when
the alarm is set:
Vehicles without smart key
system: A locked ...
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Winter driving tips
Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before
driving the vehicle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a manner
appropriate to the prevailing weather conditions.
Preparation for winter
Use fluids that are appropriate to the prevailing outside temperatures.
Engine oil
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Removal
Hint:
Use the same procedures for the rh side and lh side.
The procedures listed below are for the lh side.
Disconnect cable from negative battery terminal
Notice:
Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the
cable from the negative (-) battery terminal to
prevent airbag and se ...
Skid control sensor (for 2wd)
Components
Removal
Hint:
Use the same procedures for the lh side and rh side.
The procedures listed below are for the lh side.
Disconnect cable from negative battery
terminal
Caution:
Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the
cable from the negative (-) battery termin ...
