Toyota RAV4 (XA40) 2013-2018 Owners Manual: Instrument cluster

Theft deterrent system

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 ...

Warning lights and indicators

The warning lights and indicators on the instrument cluster and center panel inform the driver of the status of the vehicle’s various systems. For the purpose of explanation, the following illu ...

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Side airbag sensor
Components On-vehicle inspection Check side airbag sensor (vehicle not involved in collision) Perform a diagnostic system check (see page rs- 49). Check side airbag sensor (vehicle involved in collision and airbag has not deployed) Perform a diagnostic system check ( ...

Cold start
Description The electronic throttle control system (etcs) controls the engine idling speed. The etcs operates the throttle actuator to open and close the throttle valve, and adjusts the intake air amount to achieve the target idling speed. In addition, the ecm retards the ignition timi ...

Correct use of the seat belts
Extend the shoulder belt so that it comes fully over the shoulder, but does not come into contact with the neck or slide off the shoulder. Position the lap belt as low as possible over the hips. Adjust the position of the seatback. Sit up straight and well back in the seat. Do not twis ...