Toyota RAV4 (XA40) 2013-2018 Owners Manual: Windshield wipers and washer
Operating the wiper lever
The wiper operation is selected by moving the lever as follows.
- For the u.S.A.
Intermittent operation
Low speed operation
High speed operation
Temporary operation
If equipped, wiper intervals can be adjusted when intermittent operation is selected.
- Increases the intermittent windshield wiper frequency
- Decreases the intermittent windshield wiper frequency
- Washer/wiper dual operation
The wipers will automatically operate a couple of times after the washer squirts.
For Canada
Intermittent operation
Low speed operation
High speed operation
Temporary operation
If equipped, wiper intervals can be adjusted when intermittent operation is selected.
- Increases the intermittent windshield wiper frequency
- Decreases the intermittent windshield wiper frequency
- Washer/wiper dual operation
The wipers will automatically operate a couple of times after the washer squirts.
The windshield wipers and washer can be operated when
- Vehicles without a smart key system
The engine switch is in the “on” position.
- Vehicles with a smart key system
The engine switch is in ignition on mode.
If no windshield washer fluid sprays
Check that the washer nozzles are not blocked if there is washer fluid in the washer fluid reservoir.
Caution
Caution regarding the use of washer fluid
When it is cold, do not use the washer fluid until the windshield becomes warm. The fluid may freeze on the windshield and cause low visibility. This may lead to an accident, resulting in death or serious injury.
Notice
When the windshield is dry
Do not use the wipers, as they may damage the windshield.
When the washer fluid tank is empty
Do not operate the switch continually as the washer fluid pump may overheat.
When a nozzle becomes blocked
In this case, contact your toyota dealer.
Do not try to clear it with a pin or other object. The nozzle will be damaged.
To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the wipers on longer than necessary when the engine is off.
Fog light switch
The fog lights secure excellent visibility in difficult driving
conditions,
such as in rain and fog.
(U.S.A.) Or (canada)
turns the fog lights off
Turns the fog lights on
Fog light ...
Rear window wiper
and washer
Turning the end of the lever turns on the rear window wiper, and pushing
the lever away from you turns on the rear window wiper and
washer.
For the u.S.A.
Intermittent operation
Normal operat ...
Other materials:
Disassembly
Caution:
Wear protective gloves. Sharp areas on the seat frame
(with adjuster) may injure your hands.
Remove reclining power seat switch knob
Using a screwdriver, detach the knob.
Hint:
Tape the screwdriver tip before use.
Remove slide and vertical power seat switch knob
...
Occupant classification ecu malfunction
Description
Dtc b1795 is recorded when a malfunction is detected in the occupant
classification ecu.
Troubleshoot dtc b1771 first when dtc b1771 and b1795 are output simultaneously.
Wiring diagram
Inspection procedure
Check for dtc
Turn the ignition switch on, and wait ...
Air mix damper control servo motor circuit (passenger side)
Description
The air mix damper servo sends pulse signals to indicate the damper position
to the air conditioning
amplifier. The air conditioning amplifier activates the motor (normal or
reverse) based on these signals to
move the air mix damper (passenger seat) to the appropriate position ...
