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 ...
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If you have a flat tire
Your vehicle is equipped with a spare tire. The flat tire can be
replaced with the spare tire.
For details about tires
Caution
If you have a flat tire
Do not continue driving with a flat tire.
Driving even a short distance with a flat tire can damage the tire and the
wheel beyond repair, ...
Diagnostic trouble code chart
Look for output diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) (from the
dtc checks) in the appropriate section's diagnostic trouble
code chart. Use the chart to determine the trouble area and
the proper inspection procedure. A description of each of the
chart's columns are below.
Item
Description
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Propeller shaft system
Problem symptoms table
Hint:
Use the table below to help determine the cause of the
problem symptom. The potential causes of the symptoms are
listed in order of probability in the "suspected area" column of
the table. Check each symptom by checking the suspected
areas in the order th ...
