2012 Toyota RAV4 Owners Manual
2012 Toyota RAV4 Manual
2012 Toyota RAV4 manual content summary:
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1. BASIC INFORMATION BEFORE OPERATION Introduction CONFIRMING DISPLAY AUDIO MODEL This manual is made up of 2 sections. The first describing available functions for models without navigation capabilities (WITHOUT NAVIGATION) such as audio and hands-free. The second describing available functions - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 2
Display Audio system layout, USB port and rear view camera location, etc. has been used. The actual design and button position may differ depending on the vehicles. For the correct location of these items, please refer to Section 3 and the pictorial index of the "Owner's Manual". ENGINE SWITCH - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 3
1. BASIC INFORMATION BEFORE OPERATION SYMBOLS USED IN ILLUSTRATIONS Safety symbol The symbol of Indicates the outcome of an operation (e.g. a lid opens). HOW TO READ THIS MANUAL No. Name Operational Outlines Main Operations Related Operations Information Description An outline of the operation - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 4
1. BASIC INFORMATION BEFORE OPERATION iv - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 5
explains the operation of the Display Audio system. Please read this manual carefully to ensure proper use. Keep this manual in your vehicle at all times. The screen shots in this document and the actual screens of the Display Audio system differ depending on whether the functions and/or a contract - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 6
Read the entire Display Audio system Owner's manual to make sure you understand the system. Do not allow other people to use this system until they have read and understood the instructions in this manual. For your safety, some functions may become inoperable when driving. Unavailable screen buttons - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 7
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AND FEATURES 1. OVERVIEW BUTTONS The actual design and button position may differ depending on the vehicle. For details, see Section 3 of the vehicle "Owner's Manual". No. Name Touch display Disc slot "TUNE/SCROLL" knob "AUDIO" button button* button "SETUP" button "SEEK/TRACK" button screen - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 9
1. CONTROLS AND FEATURES No. Name "CAR" button* "APPS" button* "PWR/VOL" knob button Function Press this button to access the vehicle information system. This button is used for an add-on external navigation system. (If equipped) Press this knob to turn the audio system on and off, and turn it to - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 10
be changed from the setup menu. For details, see pages 91. Bluetooth® HANDS-FREE SYSTEM To access the Bluetooth® hands-free system, press the button. The driver can make or receive phone calls without taking their hands off the steering wheel. For details, see pages 67. REAR VIEW MONITOR SYSTEM - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 11
objects other than your finger to touch the screen. 1 QUICK GUIDE NOTICE ● To prevent the 12-volt battery from being discharged, do not leave the system on longer than necessary when the engine is not running. INFORMATION ● If the system does not respond to a touch on a screen button, move your - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 12
1. AUDIO SYSTEM OPERATION 1. QUICK REFERENCE To access the audio system, press the "AUDIO" button. The audio system turns on in the last mode used. The actual design and button position may differ depending on the vehicle. For details, see Section 3 of the vehicle "Owner's Manual". No. Name Audio - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 13
1. AUDIO SYSTEM OPERATION No. Name "PWR/VOL" knob button Function Press to turn the audio system on and off, and turn to adjust the volume. Press to eject a disc. Page 16 34 2 *: If equipped AUDIO SYSTEM 15 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 14
describes some of the basic features of the audio system. Some information may not pertain to your system. Your audio system works when the engine switch is turned to the "ACC" or "ON" position. TURNING THE AUDIO SYSTEM ON OR OFF CAUTION ● For vehicles sold in U.S.A. and Canada: Part 15 of the FCC - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 15
touch or to scroll to it. Touching the "ALL" will change the list style as follows. SWITCHING AUDIO SOURCE 1 Press the "AUDIO" button. INFORMATION ● You cannot select dimmed screen buttons. Connect the audio device before selecting. The audio system turns on in the last mode used. DSP CONTROL - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 16
Touch "OK". TONE AND BALANCE TONE With JBL sound system How good an audio program sounds is largely determined by the mix of the changing the right/left balance will increase the volume of one group of sounds while decreasing the volume of another. AUTOMATIC SOUND LEVELIZER (ASL) The system - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 17
OPERATION 3 Touch the "Sound" tab to display this screen. 2 AUDIO SYSTEM 4 Touch the desired screen button. "Treble" "+" or "-": To adjust highpitched tones. "Mid" "+" or "-": To adjust mid-pitched tones. "Bass" "+" or "-": To adjust low-pitched tones. " - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 18
frequency to the screen button. The station's frequency will be displayed in the screen button. The audio system turns on in the last mode used. 2 Touch "Source" or press "AUDIO" button to display the audio source selection screen. To change the preset station to a different one, follow the - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 19
on the screen. The radio will find the next station and stay there for a few seconds, and then scan again. To stay tuned to a station and stop the scanning, touch "SCAN" again. RADIO BROADCAST DATA SYSTEM This audio system is equipped with Radio Broadcast Data Systems (RBDS). RBDS mode allows text - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 20
1. AUDIO SYSTEM OPERATION 2 Touch "TYPE >" or "< TYPE" to move forward and backward through the program list. TRAFFIC ANNOUNCEMENT A station that regularly broadcasts traffic information is automatically located. Once a program type has been set, "TYPE SEEK" will appear on the screen. The - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 21
to the screen button. The station's frequency will be displayed in the screen button. AUDIO SYSTEM The audio system turns on in the last mode used. 2 Touch "Source" or press "AUDIO" button to display the audio source selection screen. To change the preset station to a different one, follow - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 22
a station of the nearest frequency and will stop when a station is found. Each time the button is pressed, the stations will be searched automatically one after another. To scan all the frequencies: Touch "SCAN". "SCAN" will appear on the screen. The radio will find the next station and stay there - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 23
automatically located. 2 AUDIO SYSTEM Once a program type has been set, "TYPE SEEK" will appear on the screen Blues) • Sports • Talk • Traffic (Not available when "HD Radio™ Settings" are set to analog) • Alert (Emergency Alert) "Traffic": Touch to seek a traffic program station. "TRAF SEEK" will - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 24
clear audio with no information, and a guide to available radio will change to a bright orange color. On the FM radio frequency most digital stations have "multiple" or supplemental programs on the FM station. 1 Touch "Multicast". Each time "Multicast" is touched, the supplemental program changes - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 25
2 AUDIO SYSTEM 2 Open the cover and connect iPod using an iPod cable. The USB/AUX port is located on the instrument panel, or in the console box or glove box etc. The location and design are different depending on the vehicle. For details, see the Pictorial index of the vehicle "Owner's Manual - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 26
1. AUDIO SYSTEM OPERATION TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Experience Mismatch of time alignment a users may hear a short period of is not available until HD Radio™ broadcast can be decoded and make the audio available. This takes up to 7 seconds. Data service issue by the radio broadcaster. Audio mute delay - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 27
000" on the radio. For details, see "DISPLAYING THE RADIO ID" below. ● All fees and programming are the responsibility of XM® Satellite Radio and are subject to change. 2 AUDIO SYSTEM SATELLITE TUNER TECHNOLOGY NOTICE Toyota's satellite radio tuners are awarded Type Approval Certificates from XM - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 28
CHANNEL CATEGORY 1 Touch "Options". 1 Press the "AUDIO" button. 2 The audio system turns on in the last mode used. Touch either "TYPE >" or "< TYPE" to go to the next or previous category. 2 Touch "Source" or press "AUDIO" button to display the audio source selection screen. PRESETTING - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 29
right side of the screen. Manual tuning: Turn the "TUNE/ AUDIO SYSTEM INFORMATION ● Up to 64 alphanumeric characters can be displayed. (Some information will not be fully displayed.) To scan the currently selected channel category: Touch "SCAN". "SCAN" appears on the screen. The radio will find - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 30
1. AUDIO SYSTEM OPERATION IF THE SATELLITE RADIO TUNER MALFUNCTIONS When problems occur with the XM® tuner, a message will appear on the screen. Referring to the table below to identify the problem, take the suggested corrective action. Message Explanation The XM® antenna is not connected. Check - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 31
the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. ● Information to user • Alternation or modifications carried out without appropriate authorization may invalidate the user's right to operate the equipment. 2 AUDIO SYSTEM INFORMATION ● This XM® tuner supports "Audio Services" (Music - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 32
this player, see "AUDIO SYSTEM OPERATING HINTS" on page 59. INSERTING OR EJECTING A DISC INSERTING A DISC NOTICE ● Do not stack up two discs for insertion, or it will cause damage to the CD player. Insert only one disc into the slot at a time. ● Never try to disassemble or oil any part of the CD - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 33
of the track and disc currently being played will be displayed. The audio system turns on in the last mode used. will start playing from that position. INFORMATION 2 Touch "Source" or press "AUDIO" button to display the audio source selection screen. ● The progress bar indicator does not always - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 34
1. AUDIO SYSTEM OPERATION SELECTING A DESIRED TRACK Select a desired track using one of can be selected from a list. Touch "Tracks" on the screen. The list will be displayed. The repeat mode changes as follows each time the screen button is touched. : Repeating the track : OFF (Random mode): Use - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 35
one of the following methods. 2 AUDIO SYSTEM The title of the file and folder currently being played will be displayed. : Touch to pause will be displayed. ● The progress bar indicator does not always correspond to the actual elapsed playback position. Touch a desired file. The player will - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 36
1. AUDIO SYSTEM OPERATION SELECTING A DESIRED FOLDER PLAYING REPEAT AND RANDOM ORDER 1 Touch "Folders" on the screen. The folder list will be displayed. 2 Touch a desired folder from the list. The file list for the folder will be displayed. (Repeat mode): Use it to automatically repeat the - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 37
the vehicle speakers. CONNECTING AN iPod 1 Open the cover of the USB/AUX port and connect an iPod. 2 CAUTION ● Do not connect an iPod or operate the device controls while driving. AUDIO SYSTEM NOTICE ● Do not leave the iPod in the car. In particular, high temperatures inside the vehicle may - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 38
1. AUDIO SYSTEM OPERATION 2 Touch "Source" or press "AUDIO" button to display the audio source selection screen. Fast forward and Reverse: Press and hold the " " or " " of "SEEK/TRACK" button to fast forward or reverse. When you release the button, the player will start playing from that position - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 39
following methods. SELECTING A PLAY MODE 1 Touch "Browse" on the screen. 2 AUDIO SYSTEM 2 "SEEK/TRACK" button: Press the " " or " " of "SEEK/ screen button to scroll to titles. Touch a desired song. The player will start playing the selected song from the beginning. Touch or to scroll the - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 40
1. AUDIO SYSTEM OPERATION PLAYING REPEAT AND SHUFFLE (Repeat mode): Use it to automatically repeat the song you are currently listening to. The repeat mode changes as follows each time the screen button is touched. :Repeating the song :OFF (Shuffle mode): Use it for automatic shuffling of the - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 41
box etc. The location and design are different depending on the vehicle. For details, see the Pictorial index of the vehicle "Owner's Manual". Turn on the power of the USB memory if it is not turned on. INFORMATION ● When USB memory is connected and the audio source is changed to USB mode, the USB - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 42
1. AUDIO SYSTEM OPERATION 2 Touch "Source" or press "AUDIO" button to display the audio source selection screen. Fast forward and Reverse: Press and hold the " " or " " of "SEEK/TRACK" button to fast forward or reverse. When you release the button, the player will start playing from that position - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 43
be selected from a list. Touch "Files" on the screen. The list will be displayed. 2 Touch a desired folder from the list. The file list for the folder will be displayed. 2 AUDIO SYSTEM Touch a desired file. The player will start playing the selected file from the beginning. Touch or to scroll - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 44
1. AUDIO SYSTEM OPERATION (Random mode): Use it for automatic random selection of the file. The random mode changes as follows each time the screen button is touched. :Playing the files on the folder in random order :Playing the files in all the folders in random order :OFF 46 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 45
audio device or operate the device controls while driving. Open the cover of the USB/AUX port and connect a portable audio device. 2 AUDIO SYSTEM NOTICE ● Do not leave the portable audio device in the car the AUX port as this may damage the portable audio device or its terminal. The USB/AUX port - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 46
the last mode used. Only the volume can be adjusted using the audio system controls. The remaining controls need to be operated on the portable audio device itself. 2 Touch "Source" or press "AUDIO" button to display the audio source selection screen. 3 Touch "AUX" on the screen. If a desired - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 47
. ● Refer to http://www.toyota.com/ Bluetooth/ to find approved Bluetooth® devices for this system. CAUTION ● Do not operate the player's controls or connect to the Bluetooth® audio system while driving. NOTICE ● Do not leave your portable audio player in the car. In particular, high temperatures - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 48
AUDIO SYSTEM OPERATION CAUTION ● FCC WARNING: Changes antenna or transmitter. 2 Touch "Source" or press "AUDIO" button to display the audio Bluetooth® AUDIO MODE CONNECTING A Bluetooth® AUDIO PLAYER To use the Bluetooth® audio system, you need to register your portable audio player into the system - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 49
the portable audio player's user's guide. WHEN A Bluetooth® DEVICE IS REGISTERED 4 Input the passcode displayed on the screen into your portable audio player. A passcode is not required for SSP (Secure Simple Pairing) compatible Bluetooth® phones. Depending on the type of Bluetooth® phone being - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 50
Connect the portable audio player to the audio system. This function can be changed to "From Vehicle" or "From Audio Player". See "DISPLAYING DEVICE DETAILS" on page 100. "Bluetooth* Power": When "Bluetooth* Power" is "On", the Bluetooth® device is automatically connected every time you start your - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 51
the button, the player will start playing from that position. INFORMATION ● An antenna for the Bluetooth® connection is built into in the display. The condition of the Bluetooth® connection may not be good and the system may not function when you use the portable audio player in the following - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 52
players, remaining battery charge is not displayed. ● The amount left does not always correspond to that of the portable audio players. ● This system does not have a charging function. Touch a desired track. The player will start playing the selected track from the beginning. Touch or to scroll the - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 53
random mode changes as follows each time the screen button is touched. :Playing the tracks on the album in random order :Playing the tracks on all the albums in random order When a desired track is touched, the player will start playing the track. Touch or to scroll the list. 2 AUDIO SYSTEM :OFF - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 54
" " switch until you hear a beep. Bluetooth® audio player To select a desired track: Press the " " or " " switch. The design and switch position may differ depending on the vehicle. For details, see the Pictorial index of the vehicle "Owner's Manual". Details of the specific switches, controls, and - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 55
(USB memory): Press the " " or " " switch to change to the next or the previous folder. 2 AUDIO SYSTEM The design and switch position may differ depending on the vehicle. For details, see the Pictorial index of the vehicle "Owner's Manual". Details of the specific switches, controls, and features - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 56
Each press changes the mode sequentially if the desired mode is ready to use. To turn the audio system on, press the "MODE" switch. Press and hold the "MODE" switch until you hear a beep and the music will pause or be muted. By the same operation, it is released. Back switch Press the back switch to - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 57
be picked up again. 2 AUDIO SYSTEM INFORMATION ● The use of a cellular phone inside or near the vehicle may cause a noise from the speakers of the audio system which you are listening to. However, this does not indicate a malfunction. RADIO RECEPTION Usually, a problem with radio reception does - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 58
AUDIO SYSTEM OPERATION XM® Cargo iPod" and "Made for iPhone" means that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect specifically to iPod, or iPhone, respectively, and be incompatible with this system. iPod 4th generation and earlier models are not compatible with this system. iPad, iPod - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 59
CDs 2 AUDIO SYSTEM CARING FOR YOUR CD PLAYER AND DISCS Your CD player is intended for use with 12 cm (4.7 in.) discs only. To play 8 cm (3 in.) discs, use an adaptor. Extremely high temperatures can keep your CD player from working. On hot days, use air conditioning to cool the vehicle interior - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 60
1. AUDIO SYSTEM OPERATION Low quality discs Correct Wrong Labeled discs Handle discs carefully, of such discs may damage the player, or it may be impossible to eject the disc. ● This system is not designed for use of Dual Disc. Do not use Dual Disc because it may cause damage to the player. - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 61
memory: Ver. 7, 8, 9 ⎯ HIGH PROFILE 32, 44.1, 48 kHz 2 AUDIO SYSTEM PLAYABLE BIT RATES MP3 files for MP3 player: MPEG1 LAYER3 ⎯ 32 to 320 kbps audio player. The player is compatible with VBR (Variable Bit Rate). When playing back files recorded as VBR (Variable Bit Rate) files, the play time will - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 62
AUDIO SYSTEM Record with the correct format. (For details, contact the appropriate application manufacturers of the a CD-RW disc into the MP3/ WMA player, playback will begin more slowly than with a conventional CD or CDR disc. changes depending on the PC and MP3/WMA encoding software you use. 64 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 63
Standard Organization). MP3 compresses audio data to about 1/10 the size of that on conventional discs. 2 AUDIO SYSTEM WMA ID3 TAG This of characters, the information can be viewed when the track is played back. WMA (Windows Media Audio) is an audio compression format developed by Microsoft®. It - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 64
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1. Bluetooth® HANDS-FREE SYSTEM OPERATION 1. QUICK REFERENCE This screen can be used to make a phone call. To display the "Phone" screen, press the switch on the steering wheel or the button. The actual design and button position may differ depending on the vehicle. For details, see Section 3 of - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 66
Bluetooth® audio and hands-free at the same time, the following problems may occur. • The Bluetooth® connection may be cut. • Noise may be heard on the Bluetooth® audio playback. ● The Bluetooth® phone battery will burn out quickly when it is connected to Bluetooth®. 3 Bluetooth® HANDS-FREE SYSTEM - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 67
USING THE PHONE SWITCH The actual design and button position may differ depending on the vehicle. For details, see the Pictorial index of the vehicle "Owner's Manual". Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. INFORMATION ● This system supports the following service. ● Bluetooth - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 68
94.) You can initialize the following data in the system. • Phonebook data • Call history data • Speed dial data • Bluetooth® phone data • Volume setting • Details setting INFORMATION ● If you initialize it, the former state will never come back again. Pay attention when initializing the data. 71 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 69
1. Bluetooth® HANDS-FREE SYSTEM OPERATION CAUTION ● FCC WARNING: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. PHONE STATUS DISPLAY Indicates the condition of the Bluetooth® connection. No connection Good Indicates the - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 70
reception may not be displayed depending on the phone you have. When you are out of the service area or in a place inaccessible by radio waves, "No Service" is displayed. INFORMATION Bluetooth® HANDS-FREE SYSTEM ● An antenna for the Bluetooth® connection is built into the display. ● The condition - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 71
operate the Bluetooth® phone according to the confirmation message. If you want to cancel it, touch "Cancel". If the Bluetooth® phone to be registered has a Bluetooth® audio function, this can be registered at the same time. 1 Press the button or the switch on the steering wheel. 2 Touch "Yes - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 72
happen. Reconnect the Bluetooth® phone manually. INFORMATION Touch "Connect Phone". 3 Bluetooth® HANDS-FREE SYSTEM 2 Touch the Bluetooth® devices name to connect. ● For details on device discovery for your Bluetooth phone, refer to the Bluetooth phone's user's guide. The selection indicator - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 73
4. CALL ON THE Bluetooth® PHONE After you register the Bluetooth® phone, you can call by using Bluetooth® hands-free system. BY PHONEBOOK You can make a call using the phonebook data which is transferred from your cellular phone. The system has one phonebook for each phone. You can register up - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 74
wheel or the button to display the "Phone" screen. If your phone does not support either PBAP or OPP service, you cannot transfer contacts. Bluetooth® HANDS-FREE SYSTEM cellular phone. You can change the page by touching "Speed Dial 2" or "Speed Dial 3" tab. You need to operate your phone to - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 75
1. Bluetooth® HANDS-FREE SYSTEM OPERATION BY CALL HISTORY You can make a call using the call which you made 4 Touch or press the on the steering wheel. switch 1 Press the switch on the steering wheel or the button to display the "Phone" screen. You can make a call using the latest call - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 76
"Go back" • Touch "Go Back" To cancel voice recognition, touch "Cancel", or press and hold the talk switch. The actual design and button position may differ depending on the vehicle. For details, see the Pictorial index of the vehicle "Owner's Manual". INFORMATION 3 Bluetooth® HANDS-FREE SYSTEM - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 77
4 types of phones: Home, Mobile, Work and Other. Short or abbreviated names in the phonebook may not be recognized. Change names in the phonebook to full names. Sometimes a voice recognition result confirmation screen will be displayed. After confirming the result, say "Yes" or "No". When the system - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 78
1. Bluetooth® HANDS-FREE SYSTEM OPERATION As the system cannot recognize additional numbers, say the complete number without stopping. When the system recognizes multiple phone numbers, a phone number candidate list will be displayed on the screen. If the desired phone number is not displayed on - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 79
® HANDS-FREE SYSTEM OPERATION 5. RECEIVE ON THE Bluetooth® PHONE When a call is received, this screen is displayed with a sound. To answer the phone: Press the switch on the steering wheel or touch . To refuse to receive the call: Press the switch on the steering wheel or touch . To adjust - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 80
the call: Touch "Handsfree Mode" or "Handset Mode". INFORMATION To hang up the phone: Press the switch on the steering wheel or touch . ● When you change from cellular phone call to Hands-free call, the Hands-free screen will be displayed and you can operate it on the screen. If the continuous - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 81
do this operation when you want to operate an answering machine or use a telephone service in bank for example. You can register the phone number and the code number in the phonebook. To answer the phone: Press the switch on the steering wheel or touch . To refuse to receive the call: Press the - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 82
pressure value can be displayed. To access the vehicle information system, press the "CAR" button. The actual design and button position may differ depending on the vehicle. For details, see Section 3 of the vehicle "Owner's Manual". The "Information" screen shown above is displayed if the vehicle - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 83
"Trip Information". 4 No. Name Average speed Elapsed time Cruising range Previous fuel consumption per minute Current fuel consumption per minute VEHICLE INFORMATION TRIP INFORMATION FUEL CONSUMPTION (VEHICLES WITH GASOLINE ENGINE) 1 Press the "CAR" button. "Clear": Trip information data can be - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 84
fuel economy record Current fuel economy Best recorded fuel economy The average fuel consumption history is divided by color into past averages and the average fuel consumption displayed in the multi-information display will be reset at the same time. "Trip Information": "Trip Information" screen - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 85
tire pressure warning system, refer to the vehicle "Owner's Manual". 2 Touch "Tire Pressure". 3 The tire pressure value of each tire will be displayed. using the tire pressure screen. 1 Press the "CAR" button. Low tire pressure values will be displayed in orange. The display pattern varies - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 86
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customization. Settings are available for HD Radio™ system. Settings are available for phone sound, phonebook, etc. Page 93 95 96 "Bluetooth*2" 98 93, 95, 96, 98, 106, 116, 117 117 116 106 "SETUP" button "Vehicle"*1 "Audio"*1 "Phone" *1: Vehicles with Premium Display Audio system *2: Bluetooth - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 88
You can change the language. (See "SELECTING A LANGUAGE" on page 94.) "On" or "Off" can be selected to sound beeps. "On" or "Off" can be selected to display capture image/iPod cover art in the screen. 5 2 Touch "General". SETUP 3 Touch the items to be set. The animation effect for audio source - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 89
SETUP" button. Touch "General" on the "Setup" screen. Touch "Language". 4 4 Touch the desired screen button. Touch "Delete". INFORMATION The previous screen will • Phone book data • Call history data • Speed dial data • Bluetooth® devices data • Phone sound settings • Detailed Bluetooth® settings - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 90
3. GUIDANCE SETTINGS (WITH Premium Display Audio SYSTEM) Voice recognition guidance for Bluetooth® hands-free systems can be set. SCREEN FOR VOICE GUIDANCE SETTINGS 1 Press the "SETUP" button. On this screen, the following functions can be performed. 2 Touch "Guidance". No. Function - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 91
. TURN OFF DISPLAY 1 2 3 Press the "SETUP" button. Touch "Display" on the "Setup" screen. Touch "Screen Off". 1 Press the "SETUP" button. 2 Touch "Display". The display screen will be turned off. To turn it on, press the "AUDIO", "CAR" or "SETUP" button. CHANGING BETWEEN DAY AND NIGHT MODE - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 92
screen. Touch "General" or "Camera", in which you want to make an adjustment. 5 SETUP 4 Select "Contrast" or "Brightness" using the or . 5 Adjust the contrast or brightness using the "+" or "-". Screen button "Contrast" "+" "Contrast" "-" Function Strengthens the contrast of the - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 93
1. SETUP OPERATION 5. Bluetooth® SETTINGS You can confirm and change the Bluetooth® settings. REGISTERED DEVICES 1 Press the "SETUP" button. 1 2 Press the "SETUP" button. Touch "Bluetooth*" on the "Setup" screen. *: Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. 3 Touch " - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 94
the same time. ● For details on device discovery for your Bluetooth phone, refer to the Bluetooth phone's user's guide. ● When you register your phone, Bluetooth® audio will disconnect. ● If the Bluetooth® device has Bluetooth® phone and Bluetooth® audio functions, it will register phone and audio - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 95
address peculiar to the system. You cannot change it. If the same device name is displayed on the screen of your device, refer to it. Phone number of your phone. The number may not be displayed depending on the phones. The profiles which support your Bluetooth® device. (For details of each profile - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 96
1. SETUP OPERATION 2 Touch "OK". 4 Select the device to connect. "From Vehicle": Connect the audio system to the portable audio player. "From Audio Player": Connect the portable audio player to the audio system. - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 97
OPERATION 3 Touch "Connect Audio Player". DETAILED Bluetooth® SETTINGS 1 2 3 4 Select the device to connect. Press the "SETUP" button. Touch "Bluetooth*" on the "Setup" screen. Touch "Detailed Settings". Bluetooth* The Bluetooth® mark is displayed when you connect the device. When you touch - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 98
"Profiles" 3 Touch "Save". "Display Phone Status" "Display Audio Player Status" In case that the state of "Bluetooth* Power" is changed from "Off" into "On", Bluetooth® connection will begin. The "Bluetooth* Power" display shows the following state. When "Bluetooth* Power" is "On": The If you - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 99
and the Bluetooth® phone is automatically connected, the connection check is displayed. 1 Touch "Passcode". 2 Input a passcode and touch "OK". You can select the state of "Display Phone Status". On: The status is displayed. Off: The status is not displayed. CHANGING THE DISPLAY AUDIO PLAYER - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 100
"Display Audio Player Status". On: The status is displayed. Off: The status is not displayed. 5 INITIALIZING THE Bluetooth® SETTINGS You can initialize the settings. SETUP 1 Touch "Default". If the state of "Bluetooth* Power" is changed from "Off" into "On", Bluetooth® connection will begin - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 101
1. SETUP OPERATION 6. PHONE SETTINGS Phone settings can be changed. PHONE SOUND SETTINGS 1 Press the "SETUP" button. 1 Touch "Phone Sound Settings". 2 2 Touch "Phone". Change each setting according to the following procedures. 3 Touch the items to be set. 3 When you complete all settings - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 102
2 Touch "Ring Tone Volume". Touch "-" or "+" to adjust the ring volume. PHONEBOOK 3 Touch "OK". 1 2 3 Press the "SETUP" button. Touch "Phone". Touch "Phonebook". 5 RING TONE SELECTING SETUP 1 2 Touch "Ring Tone". Touch "Tone 1", "Tone 2" or "Tone 3". 4 Touch the items to be set. 3 Touch - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 103
SETUP OPERATION TRANSFERRING A PHONE NUMBER You can transfer the phone numbers in your Bluetooth® phone to the system. The phonebook phone has, confirm the "Detailed Bluetooth* Settings" screen. (See "DETAILED Bluetooth® SETTINGS" on page 102.) *: Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 104
wheel or the switch on the steering button. Touch "Contacts". Touch "Transfer". ● If you try to manually transfer when transferring automatically, progression display on automatic transfer will be displayed. ● The old phonebook data is available during the transfer on new phonebook data. SETUP - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 105
1. SETUP OPERATION 2 Transfer the phonebook data to the system using the Bluetooth phone. Depending on the type of cellular phone, OBEX authentication may be required when transferring phonebook data. Enter "1234" into the Bluetooth® phone. ® 2 Transfer the phonebook data to the system using the - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 106
Delete". INFORMATION ● When you delete a Bluetooth® phone, the phonebook data will be deleted at the same time. SPEED DIALS SETTING Speed dials setting is accessed from the "Speed Dials" screen. You can also delete it in the following way. 5 SETUP 1 2 3 4 Press the wheel or the switch on the - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 107
1. SETUP OPERATION You can also display the "Speed Dials" screen in the following way. - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 108
1. SETUP OPERATION 4 Touch the screen button you want to register in. You can also register the speed dial in the following ways. From "Speed Dial" screen 1 2 3 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 109
1. SETUP OPERATION 6 Touch the desired phone number. From "Call History" screen 1 2 3 4 From "Contact" screen Press the wheel or the switch on the steering button. Touch "Call History". Touch the desired phone number. Touch "Add Speed Dial". 1 2 3 4 Press the wheel or the switch on the - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 110
the call history. For PBAP compatible phone, delete the phonebook data after setting "Automatically Download Contact" to "Off". (See "AUTOMATIC PHONEBOOK DOWNLOAD SETTING" on page 109) You can also delete the call history in the following way. 1 2 3 Press the wheel or the switch on the steering - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 111
SETTINGS (WITH Premium Display Audio SYSTEM) HD Radio™ system can be set using the following procedure: 4 Select the desired setting from "HD Radio/Analog Setting". 1 Press the "SETUP" button. Screen button "All" Function Touch to receive both analog and digital broadcasts. Touch to receive - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 112
8. VEHICLE SETTINGS∗ Vehicle customization settings can be changed. 4 After changing the settings, touch "Save". A message indicating that the settings are being saved will appear. Do not perform any other operations while this message is displayed. 1 Press the "SETUP" button. 2 Touch "Vehicle - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 113
1. SETUP OPERATION 118 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 114
) ● Always check the vehicle surrounding area, because the guide lines are ancillary lines. ● The guide lines are ancillary lines and do not change even if the steering wheel is turned. 1 To display the rear view image on the screen, the shift lever is in the "R" position when the engine switch is - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 115
1. REAR VIEW MONITOR SYSTEM NOTICE ● If the back of the vehicle is hit, the position and mounting angle of the camera may change. Be sure to have the camera's position and mounting angle checked at your Toyota dealer. ● As the camera has a water proof construction, do not detach, disassemble or - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 116
vary according to vehicle orientation or road conditions. THE REAR VIEW MONITOR SYSTEM CAMERA The rear view monitor system camera is located as shown in the illustration. Corners of may differ depending on the vehicle. For details, see the pictorial index of the vehicle "Owner's Manual". 122 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 117
1. REAR VIEW MONITOR SYSTEM INFORMATION On some models ● The camera uses a special lens. The distance of the image that appears on the screen differs from the actual distance. ● In the following cases, it may become difficult to see the images on the screen, even when the system is functioning. • - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 118
VIEW MONITOR SYSTEM 2. DRIVING PRECAUTIONS (WITH REAR VIEW MONITOR GUIDE LINES) In any of the following situations, there is a margin of error between the guide appear to be farther away than they actually are. When any part of the vehicle sags due to the number of passengers or the distribution of - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 119
as the road) and the actual distance differ as follows. • In reality, and = < ( and are equally far away; is farther than REAR VIEW MONITOR SYSTEM ). However, on the screen, the situation appears to be < < . • On the screen, it appears that a truck is parking approximately 1.5 ft. (0.5 m) away - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 120
1. REAR VIEW MONITOR SYSTEM 126 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 121
will guide you there. The system will provide both a visual map and audio instructions. The audio instructions will announce the distance remaining and the direction to turn in approaching an intersection. These voice instructions will help you keep your eyes on the road and are timed to provide - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 122
1. BASIC INFORMATION BEFORE OPERATION IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THIS MANUAL For safety reasons, this manual indicates items requiring particular attention with the following marks. CAUTION ● This is a warning against anything which may cause injury to people if the warning is - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 123
instruction can be done safely and legally. This system cannot warn about such things as the safety of an area, condition of streets, and availability of emergency services. If unsure about the safety of an area, do not drive into it. Under no circumstances is this system a substitute for the driver - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 124
1. BASIC INFORMATION BEFORE OPERATION 5 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 125
AND FEATURES 1. OVERVIEW BUTTONS The actual design and button position may differ depending on the vehicle. For details, see Section 3 of "Owner's Manual". No. Name Touch display Disc slot "TUNE SCROLL" knob "AUDIO" button button* button "SETUP" button screen Function By touching the screen - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 126
"CAR" button* "APPS" button "PWR VOL" knob button Function Press the " " or " " button to seek up or down for a radio station, or to access a desired track or file. Press this button to access the vehicle information system. Press to display a list of applications. Press this knob to turn the audio - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 127
The driver can make or receive phone calls without taking their hands off the steering wheel. For details, see page 153. AUDIO SYSTEM To access the audio system, press the "AUDIO" button. The audio control screen will be displayed. Audio sources: Radio, CDs, iPod, USB, AUX and Bluetooth® audio. For - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 128
"CAR" button. Fuel consumption and tire pressure can be checked. For details, see page 189. REAR VIEW MONITOR SYSTEM Shifting into the "R" position will automatically show the view behind the rear of the vehicle on the display screen. For details, see page 213. 1 QUICK GUIDE SETUP To customize - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 129
numbers can be input via the screen. INFORMATION ● Letters cannot be input while driving. NOTICE ● To prevent the 12-volt battery from being discharged, do not leave the system on longer than necessary when the engine is not running. INPUTTING LETTERS AND NUMBERS 1 Touch the keys directly to - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 130
1. CONTROLS AND FEATURES - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 131
MATCHING ENTRIES On certain screens, a candidate entry text or word prediction list based on the input letters will be displayed. The desired item can be selected and entered. LIST SCREEN screen's position. 2 Touch desired item. INFORMATION ● While driving, changing pages will be limited. 16 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 132
allow a direct jump to list entries that begin with the same letter as the character screen button. 1 QUICK GUIDE 1 Touch one of the character screen buttons. INFORMATION ● Every time the same character screen button is touched, the list starting with the subsequent character is displayed. 17 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 133
the user with navigation, route calculation, destination entry (manually or via voice recognition), turn by turn directions, and real-time traffic. Touch to view pictures stored on a USB memory. Touch to display Emails. Touch to access the connected phone's calendar, tasks and notes. Touch to access - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 134
using Entune service. It contains a list of traffic messages relating to the set route, all traffic messages and warnings. Touch to display the "Route Options" screen. The route preferences, avoidance criteria and traffic messages function can be adjusted. Touch the corresponding icon to change to - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 135
the distance, the estimated travel time to the destination, or the estimated arrival time at the destination. Displays traffic information on the route. Displays the distance to the next turn with the arrow indicating the turn direction. Touch to display the "Options" screen. Touch to display the - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 136
Route guidance Before starting route guidance Recalculating the route Viewing alternative routes Starting route guidance Before starting or during route guidance Viewing the route Adding destinations Recalculating the route Changing the estimated travel/arrival time display Page 43 42 42 Page 46 49 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 137
1. NAVIGATION OPERATION During route guidance Stopping route guidance Adjusting route guidance volume Displaying the entire route map Page 46 45 46 Memory point Memory point Registering the entry Editing the entry Loading the entry from external devices Page 52 58 56 24 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 138
. ● The "CAUTION" screen will be displayed when the screen is changed to the map screen for the first time after the engine switch has been in the " will be returned to. Touch until the "Applications" menu screen is displayed. CURRENT VEHICLE POSITION DISPLAY When starting the navigation system - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 139
1. NAVIGATION OPERATION INFORMATION - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 140
1. NAVIGATION OPERATION SCREEN SCROLL OPERATION When any point on the map is touched, that point moves to the center of the screen and is shown by the cursor mark . MAP CONFIGURATIONS Any of the following map configurations can be selected. - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 141
1. NAVIGATION OPERATION - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 142
1. NAVIGATION OPERATION 4. MAP ICONS POI ICONS DISPLAY POI ICONS Points of Interest such as gas stations and restaurants can be displayed on the map screen. Their location can also be set as a destination. POI icons are displayed on the map. Icon Court house Name Place of worship 2 Accommodation - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 143
1. NAVIGATION OPERATION Traffic Icon Name Car Dealer/Repairer, Repair Facility, Repair General, Car Wash, Tire Repair Car Dealer Icon Name Motorcycle Dealer Clubbing Icon Multiple POI Name Highway Exit Bar, Nightlife Airport, Dep. /Arrival, Ground, International, Domestic Bus Terminal, Bus Stop - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 144
Name Amusement Park Icon Clothing Name Cleaning & Laundry Winery 2 APPLICATION-"Map" Museum Shopping, Market Place, Shopping Center, Factory Outlet Shop, Department Store, Drivethrough-bottle-shop Tourist Attractions, Tourist Attractions Important Park/Recreational Area Yacht Basin, Harbour - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 145
1. NAVIGATION OPERATION DISPLAYING POI INFORMATION 1 2 Touch the desired POI icon on the map. Touch One POI . Multiple POI 3 POI information will be displayed. When "Calculate" is touched, the starting route guidance screen is displayed. (See page 42.) When "Save" is touched, the point is - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 146
phone's phone book DESTINATION SEARCH BY "Stored" Destinations can be selected from the destinations registered with the system. "Navigation" screens. on any of the INFORMATION 3 The starting route guidance screen will be displayed. (See page 42.) 3 Touch the tab for the desired method. - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 147
can be set using the address of a contact from the phone book of a connected cellular phone. Before using this function, connect a Bluetooth® phone with a phone profile. (See page 203.) If a contact does not have address information stored, the entry will be dimmed. 1 2 Touch "Previous" on the "My - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 148
DESTINATION SEARCH BY "Address" A destination can be searched using a city name or zip code. 2 1 2 Touch "Address" on the "Enter Destination" screen. Touch "Country". desired state (USA and Mexico) or province (Canada). Please refer to the following pages for a description of each operation. 35 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 149
2. DESTINATION SEARCH 5 Touch "City" or "Zip" to enter the city name or zip code. DESTINATION SEARCH BY "POI" POIs in a specific area can be searched by category, name or from the map. - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 150
2. DESTINATION SEARCH 5 Touch for the desired item. - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 151
2. DESTINATION SEARCH - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 152
2. DESTINATION SEARCH Selecting "Around" area - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 153
2. DESTINATION SEARCH DESTINATION SEARCH BY "Advanced" - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 154
2. DESTINATION SEARCH - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 155
keep road conditions in mind while driving. If a traffic sign on the road has been changed, the route guidance may not indicate such changed information. ● The default recommended route can be changed. (See pages 43 and 64.) ● The arrival time or the remaining time will be displayed in the upper - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 156
": Touch to avoid ferries. "Avoid Border Crossings": Touch to avoid border crossings. 3 The route will be recalculated. 3 4 Touch . The route will be recalculated. INFORMATION ● Setting the route preference and avoidance can be also changed from the "Route Options" screen. (See page 64.) 43 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 157
3. ROUTE GUIDANCE 2. ROUTE GUIDANCE ROUTE GUIDANCE SCREEN While guiding the route, the following screen will be displayed. - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 158
traffic regulations and keep the road condition in mind especially when you are driving on IPD roads. The route guidance may not have the updated information such voice guidance will be made at earlier points than on city streets in order to allow time to maneuver the vehicle. ● If the system cannot - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 159
THE ROUTE Routes can be checked, changed and recalculated during route guidance. No. Function Touch to change the map setting. (See page route. SETTING FROM THE "Options" SCREEN Checking and setting routes is mainly performed from the "Options" screen. 1 Touch "Options". 2 Touch the desired - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 160
Options For Current Route" on the "Options" screen. Touch the desired item to change the route setting. 1 2 Touch "Route List" on the "Options" , distance to the point are displayed. 3 The detail of the segment is displayed. 3 The route will be recalculated. or : Touch to display the next - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 161
" on the "Options" screen. The destination information screen will be displayed. " will automatically be deactivated. On this screen, the following information is displayed. No. Information Address of destination Selected route preference Selected avoidance criteria Arrival time, remaining time - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 162
ADDING DESTINATIONS Destinations can be added and the route changed accordingly. If you search the destination by " Enter Destination" screen. Touch the desired method to search the destination. 7 The route will be recalculated. INFORMATION ● In addition to the main destination, a maximum of 4 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 163
in the "Stored" list on the "My Destinations" screen. (See page 55.) Touch to change the order of the destinations. Touch or to move the destination up or down the order displayed on , the last waypoint before the deleted destination will become the new main destination. 3 Touch desired item. 50 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 164
ON THE ROUTE When detouring a segment, the detour route can be changed. DETOURING THE SEGMENT CANCELLING THE DETOURED SEGMENT 1 2 Display the route is more than one point to detour, a list of points to detour will be displayed. Select points from the list to cancel detouring them. 4 or : - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 165
A ENTRY REGISTERING A NEW ENTRY Up to 200 destinations can be registered with this system. INFORMATION 5 Input the entry address. (See page 35.) ● This function cannot be operated while driving. REGISTERING FROM THE "My Destinations" SCREEN 6 7 Touch "Save New Entry". Input the entry - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 166
4. MY DESTINATIONS - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 167
4. MY DESTINATIONS REGISTERING FROM THE MAP REGISTERING FROM THE LIST 1 2 Touch the desired point on the map. Touch "Save". - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 168
4. MY DESTINATIONS - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 169
4. MY DESTINATIONS REGISTERING FROM AN EXTERNAL DEVICE "vCard" formatted data can be transferred from a USB memory to this system. Transferred addresses and numbers will be stored in the "Stored" list on the "My Destinations" screen and "Contacts" screen. (See pages 52 and 165.) 4 5 Touch " - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 170
4. MY DESTINATIONS INFORMATION ● If a message similar to the one below is displayed, delete X item(s) in the "Stored" list on the "My Destinations" screen and "Contacts" screen to make room for the new destination(s). (See pages 58 and 168.) 2 APPLICATION-"Map" - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 171
of "Phone Book" list 1 Touch next to the desired item on the "My Destinations" screen. On this screen, the following functions can be operated. NO. Function Touch to display the details of the entry information. (See page 59.) The entry options screen of "Stored" list Touch to change the entry - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 172
and a picture, if available, of the contact from the system's phone book will be displayed. When you touch "Start", the starting route guidance screen will be displayed. Touch "Save Changes". INFORMATION CHANGING THE ENTRY NAME ● This function cannot be operated while driving. ● If an entry - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 173
a USB memory. 3 Touch "General". 4 1 Open the cover of the USB/AUX port and connect a USB memory. Touch design are different depending on the vehicle. For details, see the Pictorial index of "Owner's Manual". The following screen will be displayed while sending the data. 2 Press the "SETUP - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 174
Options". APPLICATION-"Map" 2 Touch "Map Settings". Touch to change the screen to "Day" or "Night". (See page 63.) Touch to change the estimated time between "Arrival Time/Distance" and "Remaining Time ● Selected item's checkboxes will change to when the item has been selected. All selected items - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 175
5. NAVIGATION SETTING POIS ON MAP POI categories displayed on the map can be selected. VEHICLE ICONS The vehicle icon can be changed. 1 2 1 2 Touch "POIs on Map" on the "Map Settings" screen. Select the POI categories. Touch "Vehicle Icons" on the "Map Settings" screen. Touch the desired icon. - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 176
Touch to turn off the estimated time/ distance. "Arrival Time/Distance": Touch to display the arrival time in the upper right area of the map. The distance to the destination will also be displayed. "Remaining Time/Distance": Touch to display the remaining time to reach the destination in the upper - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 177
to the starting point after the set destination has been reached. Entered waypoints will also be considered on the way back to the starting point. 1 2 Touch "Dest" on the map. Touch "Route Options". 5 Touch INFORMATION . ● "Show Route Alternatives" and "Make a Round Trip" are not selectable at - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 178
CRITERIA FOR THE ROUTE CALCULATION The avoidance criteria for the route calculation can be set. 2 1 2 Touch "Dest" on the map. Touch "Route Options". APPLICATION-"Map" The "Route Options" screen can be displayed by touching "Navigation" screens. on any of the 3 4 Touch "Avoid" on the "Route - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 179
contains some metallic content that will interfere with GPS signal reception of the antenna. We advise against the use of window tinting on vehicles equipped with navigation systems. Accurate current vehicle position may not be shown in the following cases: • When driving on a small angled Yshaped - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 180
may take a long time to operate auto reroute during high speed driving. In auto reroute, a detour route may be shown. • After auto reroute, the route may not be changed. • An unnecessary U-turn may be shown or announced. • A location may have multiple names and the system will announce one or more - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 181
SYSTEM (including their licensors and suppliers) on the other hand. © 2011 NAVTEQ B.V., © Bundesamt für Eich- und Vermessungswesen, © EuroGeographics, B.V. FOR YOUR COPY OF THE NAVTEQ NAVIGABLE MAP DATA-BASE, INCLUDING ASSOCIATED COMPUTER SOFTWARE, MEDIA AND EXPLANATORY PRINTED DOCUMENTATION - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 182
will perform substantially in accordance with NAVTEQ's Criteria for Accuracy and Completeness existing on the date you acquired the Database; these criteria are available warranties set out herein, you will have the option to either receive a reasonable refund of the price you paid for the Database - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 183
SYSTEM tort or based on a warranty limited to the price of your copy time, changing weight or other limits; road or traffic conditions; special events; traffic congestion; or travel time . GOVERNING LAW This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the jurisdiction, in which you reside at the date - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 184
6. NAVIGATION SYSTEM INFORMATION 2 APPLICATION-"Map" 71 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 185
6. NAVIGATION SYSTEM INFORMATION 72 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 186
the user with navigation, route calculation, destination entry (manually or via voice recognition), turn by turn directions, and real-time traffic. Touch to view pictures stored on a USB memory. Touch to display Emails. Touch to access the connected phone's calendar, tasks and notes. Touch to access - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 187
driving. ● When the vehicle starts moving while viewing pictures, a pop-up window will be displayed and pictures cannot be displayed. Touch "Previous" to return to the previous screen. ● Available image data format: JPEG, PNG and BMP 3 Touch "Pictures". DISPLAYING THE PICTURES 1 Open the cover - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 188
SLIDESHOWS A slideshow can be played, paused, and desired images can be selected. 1 Touch "Show". 2 Operating switches will be displayed. "Hide": Touch to close the slideshow options. : Touch to pause the slideshow. : Touch to play the slideshow again. : Touch to display the previous picture - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 189
3. EMAIL Incoming Emails to a connected Bluetooth® capable phone can be downloaded. Before using this application, connect the Bluetooth® phone with phone profile. (See page 203.) CHECKING downloading of an Email has been completed, the mail list will be displayed. 3 Touch the desired Email. 77 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 190
4 The text of the Email is displayed. : Touch to have the Email read out. To cancel this function, touch . NOTICE ● Do not turn off the engine while downloading. INFORMATION ● Email cannot be sent. 78 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 191
this application, connect the Bluetooth® phone with phone profile. (See page 203.) When the downloading of the calendar is complete, the current day's calendar entries will be displayed. 3 When a displayed schedule entry is touched, the entry's detailed information is displayed. 3 APPLICATION - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 192
at your Toyota dealer, your email address can be registered at the Entune website. A user registration guidance email containing a web address will be sent. 2 3 Input the username and then touch "OK". Touch "enTune Password". 4 5 1 Perform user registration from the designated web address - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 193
at your Toyota dealer when the vehicle was purchased, an email address can be registered at http://www.toyota.com/ entune/. ● Entune operational procedures can also be confirmed by visiting http:// www.toyota.com/entune/. ● This system supports the following service. • Bluetooth® Specification Ver - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 194
2. ENTUNE SERVICE AVAILABILITY OF SERVICE Entune is available in the 48 states, phone to the navigation system and registration steps for Entune are explained. For details regarding Entune operations and each of the application, refer to http://www.toyota.com/entune/. ● Once initialized, data will - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 195
NAVIGATION FUNCTION USING ENTUNE SERVICE ONLINE SEARCH A destination can be selected via online search. Before using this function, connect a Bluetooth® phone with an internet profile. (See page 203.) 1 2 Touch "Dest" on the map. Touch "Enter Destination". When the cost warning or roaming - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 196
2. ENTUNE SERVICE 7 8 Touch "Enter Search Word". Input the search word and then touch "OK". 11 The starting route guidance screen will be displayed. (See page 42.) INFORMATION ● The color of indicates if online connection is active or not. After a timeout of 1 minute, an active online connection - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 197
ENTUNE SERVICE FUEL PRICES It enables the navigation system to display current fuel prices and gas station locations, which can be set as a destination if desired. Before using this function, connect a Bluetooth® phone the cost warning or starting route guidance screen will be displayed directly. - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 198
ENTUNE SERVICE TRAFFIC MESSAGES It contains a list of traffic messages relating to the set route, all traffic messages and warnings. Before using this function, connect a Bluetooth® phone Confirm Login Information". (See page 80.) When the cost warning or roaming warning screen is displayed, touch " - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 199
2. ENTUNE SERVICE On this screen, the following information is displayed. No. Information Street number Route segment If route segment is not available, information such as street name, city name, region or country will be displayed. : Icon of an incident : Icon of an incident on the route : Icon - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 200
2. ENTUNE SERVICE DETOURING A SEGMENT FROM A TRAFFIC MESSAGE LIST If a traffic message relates to the route being travelled, the desired segment can be detoured. 5 The route will be recalculated. The mark of the TMC on the "On Route" screen changes into . - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 201
2. ENTUNE SERVICE RECALCULATING THE ROUTE BY THE TRAFFIC MESSAGES You will be informed about relevant traffic messages on the route by a popup window. A pop-up window may differ depending on the traffic message settings. (See page 91.) If "Consider" is selected 2 Touch "Ignore" or "Detour". 3 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 202
2. ENTUNE SERVICE TRAFFIC MESSAGE SETTINGS - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 203
2. ENTUNE SERVICE - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 204
2. ENTUNE SERVICE When the cost warning or roaming warning screen is displayed, touch "Continue". This function can be set to on or off. (See page 208.) INFORMATION 5 The following screen will be displayed when loading is complete. ● If a message similar to the one below is displayed, delete X - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 205
USING ENTUNE SERVICE OPERATING AN APPLICATION Before using applications, connect the Bluetooth® phone with an internet profile. (See page 203.) If a Bluetooth® connection with an internet profile is not currently active, applications will be dimmed. OPENING/CLOSING AN APPLICATION When the cost - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 206
2. ENTUNE SERVICE DELETING AN APPLICATION 1 Touch . 2 Touch "Delete" on the right side of the application to be deleted. Applications that displayed "Delete" on the right side of the application can be removed. 3 The following confirmation screen will be displayed. Touch "Yes". 94 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 207
contacts." "There is a problem with the Bluetooth∗ connection. For troubleshooting assistance, please visit toyota.com or call 1-800-3314331." "This feature is unavailable during a handsfree call." To use the services, an active application needs to be running on your phone. For more information - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 208
2. ENTUNE SERVICE 96 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 209
3 APPLICATION-THE OTHERS 97 2. ENTUNE SERVICE - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 210
1. QUICK REFERENCE To access the audio system, press the "AUDIO" button. The audio system turns on in the last mode used. The actual design and button position may differ depending on the vehicle. For details, see Section 3 of "Owner's Manual". No. Name Audio screen Disc slot "Source" "TUNE - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 211
" knob button Function Press the " " or " " button to seek up or down for a station, or to access a desired track or file. Press to turn the audio system on and off, and turn to adjust the volume. Press to eject a disc. Page 107, 114, 119, 121, 124, 137 102 117 *: If equipped - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 212
describes some of the basic features of the audio system. Some information may not pertain to your system. Your audio system works when the engine switch is turned to the "ACC" or "ON" position. TURNING THE AUDIO SYSTEM ON OR OFF CAUTION ● For vehicles sold in U.S.A. and Canada: Part 15 of the FCC - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 213
mode Radio stations can be tuned in manually using this knob. Modes other than radio Tracks, songs or files can be selected using the knob. SWITCHING AUDIO SOURCE 1 Press the "AUDIO" button. 4 The audio system turns on in the last mode used. AUDIO SYSTEM 2 Touch "Source" on the screen. When - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 214
1. AUDIO SYSTEM OPERATION DSP CONTROL With JBL sound system 1 2 Press the "AUDIO" button. Touch or . USB memory/iPod and Bluetooth® audio modes 4 Touch the desired screen button. AUTOMATIC SOUND LEVELIZER (ASL) The system adjusts to the optimum volume and tone quality according to vehicle - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 215
recording or broadcast, changing the right/left balance will increase the volume of one group of sounds while decreasing the volume of another. Modes other than USB memory/iPod and Bluetooth® audio 3 Touch the "Sound" tab to display this screen. 4 AUDIO SYSTEM 4 Touch the desired screen - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 216
is heard. This sets the frequency to the screen button. The station's frequency will be displayed in the screen button. The audio system turns on in the last mode used. 2 Touch "Source" on the screen. To change the preset station to a different one, follow the same procedure. 3 Touch "AM" or - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 217
a station of the nearest frequency and will stop when a station is found. Each time the button is pressed, the stations will be searched automatically one after another. To scan all the frequencies: Touch "SCAN". "SCAN" will appear on the screen. The radio will find the next station and stay there - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 218
1. AUDIO SYSTEM OPERATION 2 Touch "TYPE >" or "< TYPE" to move forward and backward through the program list. TRAFFIC ANNOUNCEMENT A station that regularly broadcasts traffic information is automatically located. Once a program type has been set, "TYPE SEEK" will appear on the screen. The - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 219
no information, and a guide to available radio stations and programming, refer to www.hdradio.com. INFORMATION 1 Touch "Text". 2 Information such as the artist name, song title, album title and music genre being listened to are displayed on the text screen. 4 AUDIO SYSTEM 1 Touch "HD Radio - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 220
Open the cover and connect iPod using an iPod cable. The USB/AUX port is located on the instrument panel, or in the console box or glove box etc. The location and design are different depending on the vehicle. For details, see the Pictorial index of "Owner's Manual". Turn on the power of the iPod - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 221
1. AUDIO SYSTEM OPERATION TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Experience Mismatch of time alignment a users may hear a short period of available until HD Radio™ broadcast can be decoded and make the audio available. This takes up to 7 seconds. Data service issue by the radio broadcaster. AUDIO SYSTEM Audio - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 222
1. AUDIO SYSTEM OPERATION 4. RADIO OPERATION (XM® Satellite Radio BROADCAST) HOW TO SUBSCRIBE TO AN XM® Satellite Radio To listen to a satellite radio broadcast in the vehicle, a subscription to the XM® Satellite Radio service is necessary. An XM® Satellite Radio is a tuner designed exclusively to - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 223
"TYPE >" or "< TYPE" to go to the next or previous category. 4 AUDIO SYSTEM The audio system turns on in the last mode used. 2 Touch "Source" on the screen. button. The Channel number will be displayed in the screen button. To change the preset channel to a different one, follow the same - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 224
AUDIO SYSTEM right side of the screen. Manual tuning: Turn the "TUNE SCROLL " button of "SEEK/TRACK". The radio will change up or down to a channel within the will not be fully displayed.) To scan the currently selected channel category: Touch "SCAN". "SCAN" appears on the screen. The radio will find - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 225
at that time. No action is required. The channel you selected is no longer available. Wait for about 2 seconds until the radio returns to the previous channel or "CH001". If it does not change automatically, select another channel. ® 4 AUDIO SYSTEM No Signal Loading Ch Off Air ----- Ch Unavail - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 226
1. AUDIO SYSTEM OPERATION NOTICE ● This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 227
up two discs for insertion, or it will cause damage to the CD player. Insert only one disc into the slot at a time. ● Never try to disassemble or oil any part of the CD player. Do not insert anything other than a disc into the slot. AUDIO SYSTEM EJECTING A DISC 1 Press the button. When a disc - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 228
" button. If a CD-TEXT disc is inserted, the title of the track and disc currently being played will be displayed. The audio system turns on in the last mode used. : Touch to pause the track. : Touch to resume playing the track. When you touch , you can adjust sound - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 229
Touch a desired track. The player will start playing the selected track from the beginning. Touch or to scroll the list. 4 If appears to the right of titles, the complete titles are too long for the display. Touch this screen button to scroll to titles. AUDIO SYSTEM "SEEK/TRACK" button: Press the - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 230
1. AUDIO SYSTEM OPERATION PLAYING REPEAT AND RANDOM ORDER PLAYING A MP3/WMA DISC (Repeat mode): Use it to automatically repeat the track you are currently listening to. The repeat mode changes as follows each time the screen button is touched. The title of the file and folder currently being - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 231
the display. Touch this screen button to scroll to titles. SELECTING A DESIRED FOLDER 1 Touch "Folders" on the screen. The folder list will be displayed. 4 AUDIO SYSTEM "SEEK/TRACK" button: Press the " " or " " of "SEEK/TRACK" button to select a desired file. "TUNE SCROLL" knob: Turn this knob - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 232
1. AUDIO SYSTEM OPERATION PLAYING REPEAT AND RANDOM ORDER (Repeat mode): Use it to automatically repeat the file or folder you are currently listening to. The repeat mode changes as follows each time the screen button is touched. :Repeating the file :Repeating the folder :OFF (Random mode): Use - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 233
page 145. ● This system supports MTP devices. The USB/AUX port is located on the instrument panel, or in the console box or glove box etc. The location and design are different depending on the vehicle. For details, see the Pictorial index of "Owner's Manual". Turn on the power of the USB memory - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 234
1. AUDIO SYSTEM OPERATION SWITCHING TO USB OR iPod MODE PLAYING A USB MEMORY OR iPod PLAYING A SONG The title of the album, song and artist name of the song currently being listened to will be displayed. 1 Press the "AUDIO" button. - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 235
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1. AUDIO SYSTEM OPERATION INFORMATION - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 237
creates a new playlist containing songs similar to the one currently being listened to. 1 Touch the cover art. 1 Touch "Play More Like This". 4 AUDIO SYSTEM 2 A list of all the songs from the album will be displayed. A pop-up window is displayed until the playlist is created. If you touch - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 238
1. AUDIO SYSTEM OPERATION 2 Touch "Play More Like This Settings". REPEAT AND RANDOM PLAY FUNCTIONS Repeat and random play functions are available. - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 239
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speakers. CONNECTING A PORTABLE AUDIO DEVICE 1 CAUTION ● Do not connect a portable audio device or operate the device controls while driving. Open the cover of the USB/AUX port and connect a portable audio device. NOTICE ● Do not leave the portable audio device in the car. In particular, high - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 241
used. Only the volume can be adjusted using the audio system controls. The remaining controls need to be operated on the portable audio device itself. When you touch , you can adjust sound settings. (See pages 104 and 105) 4 AUDIO SYSTEM 2 Touch "Source" on the screen. 3 Touch "AUX" on the - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 242
does not support Bluetooth®, the Bluetooth® audio system will not function. Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. INFORMATION CAUTION ● Do not operate the player's controls or connect to the Bluetooth® audio system while driving. ● Portable audio players must correspond - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 243
). ● Co-location: This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. SWITCHING TO Bluetooth® AUDIO MODE 1 Press the "AUDIO" button. 4 AUDIO SYSTEM The audio system turns on in the last mode used. 2 Touch "Source" on the screen. 3 Touch - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 244
1. AUDIO SYSTEM OPERATION CONNECTING Bluetooth® AUDIO In order to use the Bluetooth® audio system, it is necessary to pair a portable player and connect the audio profile (A2DP) with the system. (In this manual, pairing refers to a Bluetooth® device connecting with the system. Connecting refers to - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 245
waits for connection requests coming from the paired device. All requested profiles are connected automatically. If the automatic connection failed, the following screen will be displayed. Touch "Connect for Music". 4 AUDIO SYSTEM Connectable Bluetooth® devices are listed on the display. 6 The - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 246
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1. AUDIO SYSTEM OPERATION RECONNECTING Bluetooth® AUDIO If a portable player is disconnected due to poor reception from the Bluetooth® network when the engine switch is in the "ACC" or "ON" position, the system will automatically reconnect the portable player. If the Bluetooth device is - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 248
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1. AUDIO SYSTEM OPERATION REPEAT AND RANDOM PLAY FUNCTIONS Repeat and random play functions are available. - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 251
song: Press the " " STEERING SWITCHES (WITH TWO DIRECTION STEERING SWITCH) 4 AUDIO SYSTEM The design and switch position may differ depending on the vehicle. For details, see the Pictorial index of "Owner's Manual". Details of the specific switches, controls, and features are described below. No - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 252
1. AUDIO SYSTEM OPERATION STEERING SWITCHES (WITH FOUR DIRECTION STEERING SWITCH) To seek a station: Press and hold the " " or " " side of the switch until a beep is heard. Repeat this to find the next station. If either side of the switch is pressed during seek mode, seeking will be canceled. To - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 253
an audio mode. Each press changes the mode sequentially if the desired mode is ready to use. To turn the audio system on, press the "MODE/HOLD" switch. Press and hold the "MODE/HOLD" switch until you hear a beep and the music will pause or be muted. By the same operation, it is released. Back switch - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 254
signals to reach your antenna at the same time. If this happens, the signals will cancel each other phone inside or near the vehicle may cause a noise from the speakers of the audio system which you are listening to. However, this does not indicate a malfunction. RADIO RECEPTION Usually, a problem - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 255
1. AUDIO SYSTEM OPERATION XM® Cargo loaded on the AUDIO SYSTEM 1.0.2 1.0.0 iOS 3.1.3 4 iPod ABOUT iPod iPod nano 1G 3G 4G 5G 6G 1G 2G iPod touch 2009 (8GB) 3G 4G iPhone iPhone 3G iPhone iPhone 3GS iPhone 4 "Made for iPod" and "Made for iPhone" means that an electronic accessory has been designed - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 256
1. AUDIO SYSTEM OPERATION USB MEMORY USB memory that can be used for MP3 and WMA playback. • USB communication formats: USB 2.0 FS (12 Mbps) • File formats: FAT 16/32 (Windows®) • Correspondence class: Mass storage class Audio CDs CARING FOR YOUR CD PLAYER AND DISCS Your CD player is intended for - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 257
in their plastic cases away from moisture, heat, and direct sunlight. 4 AUDIO SYSTEM NOTICE ● Do not use special shaped, transparent/ translucent, low quality player, or it may be impossible to eject the disc. ● This system is not designed for use of Dual Disc. Do not use Dual Disc because it may - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 258
lower) file system. When naming an MP3 or WMA file, add the appropriate file extension (.mp3 or .wma). The MP3/WMA player plays back files with . audio player. The player is compatible with VBR (Variable Bit Rate). When playing back files recorded as VBR (Variable Bit Rate) files, the play time will - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 259
correct format. (For details, contact the appropriate will begin more slowly than with a conventional CD or CDR disc. Recordings on CD-R/CD-RW cannot be played using the DDCD (Double Density CD) system. 001.mp3 002.wma Folder 1 003.mp3 Folder 2 004.mp3 005.wma Folder 3 006.mp3 4 AUDIO SYSTEM - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 260
1. AUDIO SYSTEM OPERATION TERMS PACKET WRITE This is a general term that describes restricted to the number of characters, the information can be viewed when the track is played back. WMA WMA (Windows Media Audio) is an audio compression format developed by Microsoft®. It compresses files into a - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 261
AUDIO SYSTEM OPERATION Gracenote® Music recognition technology and related data are provided by Gracenote®. Gracenote is the industry standard in music recognition technology and related content delivery . You agree that you will use Gracenote Data, the name. The Gracenote service uses a unique - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 262
AUDIO SYSTEM delete data from the Gracenote Servers or to change data categories for any cause that Gracenote functioning of Gracenote Software or Gracenote Servers will be uninterrupted. Gracenote is not obligated is free to discontinue its services at any time. GRACENOTE DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 263
, the screen that was last displayed is returned to display the "Phone" menu screen. "Phone" menu screen The actual design and button position may differ depending on the vehicle. For details, see Section 3 of "Owner's Manual". No. Function Touch to display the "Dial By Number" screen. A call - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 264
Dial By Number" screen can also be displayed by pressing the switch on the steering wheel. "Dial By Number" screen 5 Bluetooth® HANDS-FREE SYSTEM No. Name Shortcut keys The Name of phone and provider Number keys Save the number screen button Delete button screen Function Touch the corresponding - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 265
displayed does not always correspond with the amount displayed on the cellular phone. The amount of battery charge left may not be displayed depending on the phone. This system does not have a charging function. • If this information is not available from the connected phone, the icon will be shown - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 266
following problems may occur. • The Bluetooth® connection may be cut. • Noise may be heard on the Bluetooth® audio playback. ● The Bluetooth® phone battery will burn out quickly when it is connected to Bluetooth®. 5 Bluetooth® HANDS-FREE SYSTEM NOTICE ● Do not leave your cellular phone in the car - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 267
1. BASIC INFORMATION BEFORE OPERATION USING THE PHONE SWITCH The actual design and switch position may differ depending on the vehicle. For details, see the Pictorial index of "Owner's Manual". Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. INFORMATION ● This system supports the - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 268
1. BASIC INFORMATION BEFORE OPERATION INFORMATION ● The other party's voice outputs from the front speaker. When the received calls or received voice outputs, the audio from the audio system will be muted. ● Talk alternately with the other party on the phone. If you talk at the same time, your - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 269
1. BASIC INFORMATION BEFORE OPERATION CAUTION ● FCC WARNING: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's ● Co-location: This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. 160 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 270
1. BASIC INFORMATION BEFORE OPERATION 3. CONNECTING A Bluetooth® PHONE CONNECTING A Bluetooth® PHONE In order to use the hands-free system, it is necessary to pair the phone and connect the phone's profile (HFP) with the system. (In this manual, pairing refers to a Bluetooth® device connecting with - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 271
● For details on device detection and the operation of your cellular phone, see the manual that comes with the cellular phone. If the device does not supports SSP (Secure Simple Pairing) Input the PIN displayed on the screen into the phone. 8 The following screen will be displayed when pairing is - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 272
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BASIC INFORMATION BEFORE OPERATION RECONNECTING THE Bluetooth® PHONE If a Bluetooth® phone is disconnected due to poor reception from the Bluetooth® network when the engine switch is in the "ACC" or "ON" position, the system will automatically reconnect the Bluetooth® phone. If the Bluetooth® phone - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 274
1. BASIC INFORMATION BEFORE OPERATION 4. REGISTERING A ENTRY REGISTERING A NEW ENTRY Up to 200 numbers can be registered with this system. INFORMATION 4 Select one of 4 phone types ("Mobile", "Home", "Work" or "Other") and input a number. ● This function cannot be operated while driving. - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 275
as "Mobile". ● If the contact includes an address and a phone number, they will be stored in the "Stored" list on the "My Destinations" screen and "Contacts" screen. (See pages 52 and 165.) You can also press the switch on the steering wheel to display the "Dial By Number" screen. REGISTERING FROM - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 276
1. BASIC INFORMATION BEFORE OPERATION REGISTERING A ENTRY AS "Speed Dials" Phone numbers from the list in the "Stored" screen and "Phone Book" can be on any of the "Phone" If there are 2 or more phone numbers, touch the desired number in the list. Bluetooth® HANDS-FREE SYSTEM 2 3 Touch "Speed - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 277
the "Stored" and "Speed Dials" list INFORMATION ● "Rename XX" and "Edit Phone Numbers" cannot be operated while driving. CHANGING THE ENTRY NAME 1 Entry options screen of the "Phone Book" list Touch "Rename XX" on the entry options screen. Input the entry name. 2 On this screen, the following - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 278
Touch and hold to continue deleting numbers. You can edit a number for each phone type. 5 Bluetooth® HANDS-FREE SYSTEM 3 Touch . INFORMATION ● If an entry that is transferred from a cellular phone is edited, the change will affect the entry in the "Stored" list on the "My Destinations" screen - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 279
a Bluetooth® phone has been connected, a call can be made using the hands-free system. There are several methods by which a call can be made. These are described below. 3 4 Touch . The connecting screen will be displayed. BY DIAL You can call by inputting the phone number. 1 Press the wheel - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 280
numbers, touch the desired number in the list. You can update the Phone's book list. (See page 209.) 1 Touch "Contacts". 5 Bluetooth® HANDS-FREE SYSTEM The "Contacts" screen can be displayed 4 The connecting screen will be displayed. To cancel the call, touch "End Call". by touching screens - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 281
search by the contact's name. This function cannot be operated while driving. Touch to display and edit the entry information. (See page ● When a phone is connected for the first time, its phone book must be downloaded. If the phone book can not be downloaded, a pop-up window will be displayed. The - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 282
Call History". 3 4 Touch the desired entry. The connecting screen will be displayed. To cancel the call, touch "End Call". Phone" Calls can be made to a short message sender's phone number. (See page 179.) 5 2 Touch the desired list. 1 Touch "Call Sender". Bluetooth® HANDS-FREE SYSTEM - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 283
2. TELEPHONE OPERATION BY POI CALL Calls can be made to a POI when its details are displayed on the screen. (See pages 32 and 36.) 1 Touch . 2 The connecting screen will be displayed. To cancel the call, touch "End Call". 174 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 284
is displayed below the first call information. INFORMATION 5 ● During international phone calls, the other party's name may not be displayed correctly depending on the cellular phone which you have. Bluetooth® HANDS-FREE SYSTEM Single call 2 The ongoing screen is displayed. (See page 176 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 285
you change from cellular phone call to Hands-free call, the Hands-free screen will be displayed and the call can be operated on the screen. ● Transferring methods will be different depending on the type of cellular phone which you have. ● For the operation of the phone, see the manual that comes - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 286
other party's voice. If "Dial Number" is selected 3 Input the number and then touch . 5 Bluetooth® HANDS-FREE SYSTEM The receiver volume can also be adjusted using the switch on the steering wheel. If "Dial From Contacts" is selected 3 Touch the desired method and then touch the desired - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 287
2. TELEPHONE OPERATION If "Dial From Call History" is selected - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 288
: Read message : Unread message 5 4 The short message will be displayed. Bluetooth® HANDS-FREE SYSTEM This function can be set to "On" or "Off". The "Messages" screen can be displayed by touching screens. on any of the "Phone" Touch to reply to the short message by free text. Touch to reply to - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 289
"OK". The short message will be sent. INFORMATION : Touch to have the short message read out. To cancel this function, touch . ● "Reply Free Text" cannot be selected while driving. CHECKING SENT SHORT MESSAGES SENDING A NEW SHORT MESSAGES 1 1 Touch "Messages" on the "Phone" menu screen. The - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 290
be sent. 8 9 7 Touch the desired contact. The short message will be sent. If a recipient is selected The short message will be sent immediately. INFORMATION 5 Bluetooth® HANDS-FREE SYSTEM ● "Create Message" cannot be selected while driving. "Enter Number", "Select Contact" and a list of former - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 291
3. SHORT MESSAGE FUNCTION CREATE A NEW SHORT MESSAGE 2 Edit the short message. - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 292
registered. 1 Touch "Prepare Template Message". 2 3 4 Input the short message. Touch "OK". The message is registered in the template list on the "Use Template" screen. INFORMATION 5 Bluetooth® HANDS-FREE SYSTEM ● This function is unavailable while driving. 183 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 293
3. SHORT MESSAGE FUNCTION 184 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 294
. ● Voice recognition language can be changed.(See "SELECTING A LANGUAGE" on page 198) MICROPHONE USING THE VOICE COMMAND SYSTEM The actual design and switch position may differ depending on the vehicle. For details, see the Pictorial index of "Owner's Manual". STEERING SWITCHES FOR THE VOICE - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 295
The air conditioning speed is set high. • The air conditioning vents are turned towards the microphone. ● In the following conditions, the system say the desired command or touch the desired command. 6 VOICE COMMAND SYSTEM : The icon will be displayed if the user can speak a command. : Touch to - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 296
1. VOICE COMMAND SYSTEM OPERATION - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 297
and tire pressure value can be displayed. To access the vehicle information system, press the "CAR" button. The actual design and button position may differ depending on the vehicle. For details, see Section 3 of "Owner's Manual". The "Information" screen shown above is displayed if the vehicle is - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 298
, touch "Trip Information". No. Name Average speed Elapsed time Cruising range Previous fuel consumption per minute Current fuel consumption per minute 7 TRIP INFORMATION FUEL CONSUMPTION (VEHICLES WITH GASOLINE ENGINE) 1 Press the "CAR" button. "Clear": Trip information data can be delete - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 299
fuel economy record Current fuel economy Best recorded fuel economy The average fuel consumption history is divided by color into past averages and the average fuel consumption displayed in the multi-information display will be reset at the same time. "Trip Information": "Trip Information" screen - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 300
the tire pressure warning system, refer to "Owner's Manual". 2 Touch "Tire Pressure". 3 The tire pressure value of each tire will be displayed. Type using the tire pressure screen. 1 Press the "CAR" button. Low tire pressure values will be displayed in orange. The display pattern varies - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 301
1. VEHICLE INFORMATION 194 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 302
screen. Settings are available for phone sound, phone book, etc. Press this button to display the "Setup" screen. Settings are available for vehicle customization. Settings are available for HD Radio™ system. Page 197 "Bluetooth*" 202 "Display" "Phone" "SETUP" button "Vehicle" "Audio" 200 209 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 303
SETTINGS Settings are available for language selection, operation sounds, etc. SCREENS FOR GENERAL SETTINGS 1 Press the "SETUP" button. 2 Touch "General". 3 Touch the items to be set. 8 On this screen, the following functions are operational. No. Function You can change the language. (See - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 304
for daylight saving time. Touch to display the system information. SELECTING A LANGUAGE The desired language can be selected. 1 2 3 Press the "SETUP" button. Touch "General" on the "Setup" screen. Touch "Language". 4 Touch the desired screen button. The previous screen will be displayed. The - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 305
on the "Setup" screen Touch "Keyboard Layout". 4 Touch "Delete". 4 Touch the desired keyboard layout. INFORMATION ● The following personal data can be deleted or returned to their default settings: • Phone book data • Call history data • Speed dial data • Bluetooth® devices data • Phone sound - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 306
off. TURN OFF DISPLAY 1 2 3 Press the "SETUP" button. Touch "Display" on the "Setup" screen. Touch "Screen Off". 1 Press the "SETUP" button. 2 Touch "Display". The display screen will be turned off. To turn it on, press the "AUDIO", "CAR" or "SETUP" button. 3 Touch the items to be set - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 307
switch, the screen changes to day or night mode. ADJUST CONTRAST/ BRIGHTNESS 1 2 3 Press the "SETUP" button. Touch "Display" on the "Setup" screen. Touch switch turned on, this condition is memorized even with the engine turned off. 8 SETUP 5 Adjust the contrast or brightness using the "+" or - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 308
To set up a Bluetooth® device. 1 Press the "SETUP" button. Bluetooth® FUNCTION ON/ OFF The Bluetooth® function switched on or off. can be 1 Touch "Bluetooth∗". 2 Touch "Bluetooth∗". 2 Touch "On" or "Off". INFORMATION 3 The following screen will be displayed. ● When Bluetooth® function is - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 309
1. SETUP OPERATION PAIRING A Bluetooth® DEVICE Up to 4 Bluetooth® devices can be paired. A paired device can be connected to any of its supported profiles such as phone, music and/or internet. CONNECTING FROM THE SYSTEM 3 Touch the device to be paired. Connectable Bluetooth® devices will be - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 310
, the following screen will be displayed. Touch the desired profile to be connected. INFORMATION ● For details on device detection and the operation of your Bluetooth® device, see the manual that comes with the Bluetooth® device. ● The music profiles the paired device supports can be connected - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 311
. 3 Confirm the PIN. If the device supports SSP (Secure Simple Pairing) Confirm the PIN displayed on the screen, and then touch "Accept". If "Advanced" is selected. 8 1 Touch "Advanced". SETUP If the device does not supports SSP (Secure Simple Pairing) Input the PIN displayed on the screen - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 312
at the same time. User login information can be changed on this screen. INFORMATION 1 Touch "Paired Device List". ● When making the first connection, "Advanced" is not displayed. ● When "Remember User Login Information" function is on, the entered user login information will be remembered for - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 313
1. SETUP OPERATION CHANGING THE DEVICE NAME SETTING PIN To change the PIN. 1 2 3 Touch "Rename XX". Input the device name. Touch "OK". 1 Touch "Set PIN for Pairing". DELETING A PAIRED DEVICE 1 2 Touch "Delete Pairing". Touch "Yes". CONNECTING OR DISCONNECTING PROFILES 2 Input the desired - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 314
INTERNET CONNECTION To change the internet settings. No. Function Touch to turn the automatic download of addresses function on or off. Touch to turn the show cost warning function on or off. When this function is activated, a pop-up window will be displayed before using Entune service. Touch to - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 315
and email, and "Stored" lists. SCREEN FOR PHONE SETTINGS 1 Press the "SETUP" button. On this screen, the following functions can be set. No. Function Touch to select a ringtone. No ringtone, the phone's ringtone and the system's 4 ringtones are available for selection. Touch to turn the incoming - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 316
1. SETUP OPERATION 6. AUDIO SETTINGS HD Radio™ system can be set using the following procedure: 4 Select the desired setting from "HD Radio/Analog Setting". 1 Press the "SETUP" button. Screen button "All" Function Touch to receive both analog and digital broadcasts. Touch to receive only - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 317
2 Touch "Vehicle". 3 Touch the desired items to be set. 8 SETUP For a list of the settings that can be changed, see "Owner's Manual". 4 After changing the settings, touch "Save". A message indicating that the settings are being saved will appear. Do not perform any other operations while this - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 318
1. SETUP OPERATION 212 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 319
) ● Always check the vehicle surrounding area, because the guide lines are ancillary lines. ● The guide lines are ancillary lines and do not change even if the steering wheel is turned. 1 To display the rear view image on the screen, the shift lever is in the "R" position when the engine switch is - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 320
VIEW MONITOR SYSTEM NOTICE ● If the back of the vehicle is hit, the position and mounting angle of the camera may change. Be sure to have the camera's position and mounting angle checked at your Toyota dealer of the vehicle. Vehicle center guide lines (blue) These lines indicate the estimated - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 321
may vary according to vehicle orientation or road conditions. THE REAR VIEW MONITOR SYSTEM CAMERA The rear view monitor system camera is located as shown in the illustration. Corners of bumper may differ depending on the vehicle. For details, see the Pictorial index of "Owner's Manual". 216 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 322
1. REAR VIEW MONITOR SYSTEM INFORMATION On some models ● The camera uses a special lens. The distance of the image that appears on the screen differs from the actual distance. ● In the following cases, it may become difficult to see the images on the screen, even when the system is functioning. • - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 323
VIEW MONITOR SYSTEM 2. DRIVING PRECAUTIONS (WITH REAR VIEW MONITOR GUIDE LINES) In any of the following situations, there is a margin of error between the guide appear to be farther away than they actually are. When any part of the vehicle sags due to the number of passengers or the distribution of - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 324
1. REAR VIEW MONITOR SYSTEM Approx. 1.5 ft. (0.5 m) The distance that appears on the screen between three-dimensional screen, it appears that a truck is parking approximately 1.5 ft. (0.5 m) away. However, in reality if you back up to point , you will hit the truck. REAR VIEW MONITOR SYSTEM 219 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 325
1. REAR VIEW MONITOR SYSTEM 220 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 326
TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 Before driving Adjusting and operating features such as door locks, mirrors, and steering column. 2 When driving Driving, stopping and safe-driving information. 3 Interior features Air conditioning and audio systems, as well as other interior features for a comfortable - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 327
note that this manual covers all models and all equipment, including options. Therefore, you may find some explanations for equipment not installed on your vehicle. All specifications provided in this manual are current at the time of printing. However, because of the Toyota policy of continual - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 328
as: ● Multiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport fuel injection system ● Cruise control system ● Anti-lock brake system ● SRS airbag system ● Seat belt pretensioner system Be sure to check with your Toyota dealer for precautionary measures or special instructions regarding installation of - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 329
air bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle's systems performed. The EDR is designed to record data related to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of time by the EDR under normal driving conditions and no personal data - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 330
● Disclosure of the EDR data Toyota will not disclose the data recorded in an EDR to a third fire. Be sure to have the systems of the SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner removed and disposed of by a qualified service shop or by your Toyota dealer before you scrap your vehicle. Perchlorate - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 331
CAUTION - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 332
Symbols used throughout this manual Cautions & Notices CAUTION This is a warning against anything what you must or must not do in order to avoid or reduce the risk of damage to your Toyota and its equipment. Symbols used in illustrations Safety symbol The symbol of a circle with a slash through it - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 333
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key Key number plate Vehicles with smart key system Electronic keys Operating the smart key system (→P. 28) • Operating the wireless remote keys Key number plate Using the mechanical key (vehicles with smart key system) Take out the mechanical key. After using the mechanical key, store it - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 335
1-1. Key information - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 336
by carrying the electronic key on your person, for example in your pocket. (The driver should always carry the electronic key.) Electronic key Electronic key Electronic key Locks and unlocks the doors (→P. 29) Locks and unlocks the back door (→P. 29) Starts the engine (→P. 147) ∗: If equipped 28 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 337
and locking the doors and back door (front and back door handles only) Grip the handle to unlock the doors. Make sure to touch the sensor on the back of the handle. The doors cannot be unlocked for 3 seconds after the doors are locked. 1 Before driving Press the lock button to lock the doors. 29 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 338
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors Antenna location and effective range - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 339
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 340
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 341
and locking the doors The setting changes each time an operation is performed, as shown below. (When changing the setting continuously, release the buttons, wait for at least 5 seconds, and repeat step 2.) Mode Unlocking doors Hold the driver's door handle to unlock only the driver's door. Hold - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 342
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 343
in the rain or in a car wash. (The doors will automatically be locked after approximately 60 seconds if the doors are not opened and closed.) ● Gripping the door handle when wearing a glove may not unlock the door. ● If the wireless remote control is used to lock the doors when the electronic key is - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 344
while the driver's door is open. (Opened the driver's door when the "ENGINE START STOP" switch is in ACCESSORY mode.) Turned the "ENGINE START STOP" switch OFF while the driver's door is open. Correction procedure Retrieve the electronic key from the passenger compartment and lock the doors again - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 345
the vehicle and closed the door when the "ENGINE START STOP" switch was in IGNITION ON or ACCESSORY mode. Interior alarm beeps once and exterior alarm sounds 3 times. Turn the "ENGINE START STOP" switch OFF and close the driver's door again. Bring the electronic key back into the vehicle. - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 346
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 347
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors CAUTION - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 348
Vehicles without smart key system Locks all doors Pushing and Sounds alarm Unlocks all doors Pressing the button unlocks the driver's door. Pressing the button again within 3 seconds unlocks the other doors. Vehicles with smart key system Locks all doors Unlocks all doors Pressing the button unlocks - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 349
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 350
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 351
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 352
1 -2 . Ope ning, c losing a nd loc k ing t he doors Side doors The vehicle can be locked and unlocked using the entry function, wireless remote control, key or door lock switch. - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 353
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 354
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors Locking the front doors from the outside without the wireless remote control or key STEP 1 STEP 2 Move the inside lock button to the lock position. Close the door. Rear door child-protector locks The door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle when - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 355
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 356
1 -2 . Ope ning, c losing a nd loc k ing t he doors Ba ck door The back door can be opened using the back door handle. The back door can be locked and unlocked using the wireless remote control, entry function (vehicles with smart key system) or door lock switch. - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 357
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors CAUTION - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 358
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors CAUTION - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 359
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors NOTICE - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 360
1 -3 . Adjust a ble c om pone nt s (se a t s, m irrors, st e e ring w he e l) Front se at s Manual seat Seat position lever adjustment Seatback angle adjustment lever Vertical height adjustment lever (driver's side only) 52 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 361
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Power seat (driver's side only) Seat position switch adjustment 1 Seatback angle adjustment switch Seat cushion (front) angle adjustment switch Vertical height adjustment switch Seat lumbar support adjustment switch Before driving 53 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 362
wheel) Flattening front seatbacks The front seats can be moved into a flat seat arrangement. Manual seat STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3 Slide the second seats as far back as possible. (→P. 57) Remove the front head restraint. (→P. 68) Slide the front seat further forward than the front-most lock position - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 363
(seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Power seat STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3 Slide the second seats as far back as possible. (→P. 57) Remove the front head restraint. (→P. 68) Push the seat position adjusting switch forward to slide the seat to the front-most position. 1 Before driving STEP 4 Move the - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 364
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 365
1 -3 . Adjust a ble c om pone nt s (se a t s, m irrors, st e e ring w he e l) Re a r se at s - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 366
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Vehicles without third seat Seat position levers adjustment Seatback angle adjustment levers When a person sits in the rear center position, adjust both seat cushions to the same position and align all seatbacks at the same angle. 58 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 367
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 368
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Folding second seats Folding down the second seats will enlarge the luggage compartment. - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 369
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 370
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Stowing third seats (vehicles with third seats) - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 371
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 372
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 373
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) CAUTION - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 374
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) CAUTION - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 375
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) CAUTION - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 376
int s Head restraints are provided for all seats. Front seats Up Pull the head restraints up. Down Push the head restraint down while pushing the lock release button. Lock release button Second seats Up Pull the head restraints up. Down Push the head restraint down while pushing the - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 377
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 378
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 379
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 380
1 -3 . Adjust a ble c om pone nt s (se a t s, m irrors, st e e ring w he e l) Se at be lt s Make sure that all occupants are wearing their seat belts before driving the vehicle. - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 381
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 382
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 383
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 384
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 385
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 386
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) CAUTION - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 387
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) CAUTION - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 388
, st e e ring w he e l) St e e ring w he e l The steering wheel can be adjusted to a comfortable position. STEP 1 Hold the steering wheel and press the lever down. STEP 2 Adjust to the ideal position by moving the steering wheel horizontally and vertically. After adjustment, pull the lever up to - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 389
from the headlights of vehicles behind can be reduced by using the following functions. Manual anti-glare inside rear view mirror Normal position Anti-glare position 1 Before driving Auto anti-glare inside rear view mirror In automatic mode, sensors are used to detect the headlights of vehicles - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 390
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Adjusting the height of rear view mirror Adjust the height of the rear view mirror by moving it up and down. - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 391
switch is in the "ACC" or "ON" position. Vehicles with smart key system Mirror angle can be adjusted using the switch when the "ENGINE START STOP" switch is in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode. STEP 1 1 Before driving Select a mirror to adjust. Left Right STEP 2 Adjust the mirror. Up Right Down - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 392
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Folding back the mirrors Push backward to fold the mirrors. - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 393
s The power windows can be opened and closed using the following switches. Closing One-touch closing (driver's window only)* Opening One-touch opening (driver's window only)* 1 Before driving *: Pressing the switch in the opposite direction will stop window travel partway. Lock switch Press - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 394
1-4. Opening and closing the windows and moon roof - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 395
1-4. Opening and closing the windows and moon roof - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 396
1-4. Opening and closing the windows and moon roof CAUTION - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 397
M oon roof ∗ 1 -4 . Ope ning a nd c losing t he w indow s a nd m oon roof Use the overhead switches to open, close, and tilt the moon roof up and down. - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 398
1-4. Opening and closing the windows and moon roof - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 399
1-4. Opening and closing the windows and moon roof - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 400
1-4. Opening and closing the windows and moon roof CAUTION - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 401
1 -5 . Re fue ling Ope ning t he fue l t a nk c a p Perform the following steps to open the fuel tank cap. - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 402
1-5. Refueling STEP 3 Hang the fuel tank cap on the back of the fuel filler door. Closing the fuel tank cap When replacing the fuel tank cap, turn it until a clicking sound is heard. After releasing your hand, the cap will turn slightly to the opposite direction. - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 403
1-5. Refueling CAUTION - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 404
1-5. Refueling NOTICE - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 405
light flashes after the "ENGINE START STOP" switch has been turned OFF to indicate that the system is operating. The indicator light stops flashing after the "ENGINE START STOP" switch has been turned to ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode to indicate that the system has been canceled. Before driving 97 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 406
1-6. Theft deterrent system - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 407
1-6. Theft deterrent system NOTICE - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 408
1 -6 . T he ft de t e rre nt syst e m T he ft preve nt ion la be ls (U.S.A.) These labels are attached to the vehicle to reduce vehicle theft by facilitating the tracing and recovery of parts from stolen vehicles. Do not remove under penalty of law. 100 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 409
inform a t ion Corre c t driving post ure Drive in a good posture as follows: Sit upright and well back in the seat. (→P. 52) Adjust the tilt and telescopic positions of the steering wheel downward so the airbag is facing your chest. (→P. 80) Lock the head restraint in place with the center of - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 410
1-7. Safety information CAUTION - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 411
the risk of death or serious injury. 1 Before driving Front airbags Driver airbag/front passenger airbag Can help protect the head and chest of the driver and front passenger from impact with interior components. Side and curtain shield airbags Side airbags Can help protect the torso of the front - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 412
system components Curtain shield airbags Side airbags Front passenger airbag Side and curtain shield airbag sensors Front airbag sensors Front passenger's seat belt buckle switch Curtain shield airbag sensors "AIR BAG ON" and "AIR BAG OFF" indicator lights SRS warning light Driver airbag Driver - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 413
Your vehicle is equipped with ADVANCED AIRBAGS designed based on the US motor vehicle safety standards (FMVSS208). The airbag sensor assembly (ECU) controls airbag deployment based on information obtained from the sensors etc. shown in the system components diagram above. This information includes - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 414
1-7. Safety information - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 415
1-7. Safety information - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 416
1-7. Safety information - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 417
1-7. Safety information - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 418
1-7. Safety information CAUTION - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 419
1-7. Safety information CAUTION - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 420
1-7. Safety information CAUTION - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 421
1-7. Safety information CAUTION - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 422
1-7. Safety information CAUTION - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 423
passenger occupant classification system. This system detects the conditions of the front passenger seat and activates or deactivates the devices for front passenger. 1 Before driving SRS warning light Front passenger's seat belt reminder light "AIR BAG OFF" indicator light "AIR BAG ON" indicator - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 424
1-7. Safety information Conditions and operation of the front passenger occupant classification system - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 425
1-7. Safety information - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 426
Never install a rear-facing child restraint system on the front passenger seat. A forward-facing child restraint system should only be installed on the front passenger seat when it is unavoidable. (→P. 122) *5: In case the indicator is not illuminated, consult this manual as for installing the child - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 427
1-7. Safety information CAUTION - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 428
1-7. Safety information CAUTION - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 429
passenger seat. ● Choose a child restraint system that suits your vehicle and is appropriate to the age and size of the child. ● For installation details, follow the instructions provided with the child restraint system. General installation instructions are provided in this manual. (→P. 125) 121 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 430
1-7. Safety information Types of child restraint Child restraint systems are classified into the following 3 types according to the age and size of the child. Rear facing ⎯ Infant seat/convertible seat Forward facing ⎯ Convertible seat Booster seat 122 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 431
1-7. Safety information - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 432
1-7. Safety information CAUTION - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 433
system manufacturer's instructions. system. 1 Before driving Second outside seats: Child restraint LATCH anchors LATCH anchors are provided for the rear outside seats. (Buttons displaying the location of the anchors are attached to the seats.) Seat belts equipped with a child restraint locking - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 434
1-7. Safety information Second outside seats: Anchor brackets (for top tether strap) Anchor brackets are provided for the second outside seats. Second center seat: Anchor brackets (for top tether strap) An anchor bracket is provided for the second center seat. 126 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 435
with LATCH system (second outside seats only) STEP 1 Fold the seatback while pulling the lever. Return the seatback and secure it at the 1st lock position (most upright position). Adjust the seatback to the 7th lock position. (→P. 57) 1st lock position 7th lock position 1 Before driving Type - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 436
seatback. If the child restraint has a top tether strap, the top tether strap should be latched onto the top tether strap anchor. For owners in Canada: The symbol on a child restraint system indicates the presence of a lower connector - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 437
1-7. Safety information Installing child restraints using a seat belt (child restraint lock function belt) - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 438
1-7. Safety information STEP 4 While pushing the child seat down into the rear seat, allow the shoulder belt to retract until the child seat is securely in place. After the shoulder belt has retracted to a point where there is no slack in the belt, pull the belt to check that it cannot be extended - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 439
belt has retracted to a point where there is no slack in the belt, pull the belt to check that it cannot be extended. STEP 5 Before driving If the child restraint has a top tether strap, the top tether strap should be latched onto the top tether strap anchor. (→P. 132) Place the booster - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 440
1-7. Safety information Removing a child restraint installed with a seat belt Push the buckle release button and fully retract the seat belt. Child restraint systems with a top tether strap (second seats only) - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 441
seat belt. Latch the hook onto the anchor bracket and tighten the top tether strap. 1 Make sure the top tether strap is securely latched. Before driving STEP 4 Replace the head restraint. STEP 5 Move the seats to the rear-most - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 442
1-7. Safety information - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 443
1-7. Safety information CAUTION - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 444
1-7. Safety information CAUTION - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 445
2 -1 . Driving proc e dure s Driving t he ve hicle The following procedures should be observed to ensure safe driving. - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 446
2-1. Driving procedures Starting on a steep uphill STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3 Firmly set the parking brake and shift the shift lever to D. Gently depress the accelerator pedal. Release the parking brake. - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 447
2-1. Driving procedures - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 448
is moving will disengage the engine from the transmission. Engine braking is not available when N is selected. ● During normal driving, do not turn off the engine. Turning the engine off while driving will not cause loss of steering or braking control, but the power assist to these systems will be - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 449
. This vehicle is not designed for real off-road driving. Proceed with all due caution if it becomes unavoidable to drive off-road. ● Do not drive across river crossings or through other bodies of water. This may cause electric/electronic components to short circuit, damage the engine or cause other - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 450
caused by the vehicle rolling forward or backward, always depress the brake pedal and securely apply the parking brake as needed. ● Avoid revving or racing the engine. Running the engine at high speed while the vehicle is stopped may cause the exhaust system to overheat, which could result in a fire - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 451
2-1. Driving procedures CAUTION - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 452
● The brake system consists of 2 individual hydraulic systems: If one of the systems fails, the other will still operate. In this case, the brake pedal should be depressed more firmly than usual and braking distance becomes longer. Do not drive your vehicle with only a single brake system. Have your - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 453
2-1. Driving procedures NOTICE - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 454
2 -1 . Driving proc e dure s Engine (ignition) sw itch (vehicles w ith smart key system) Performing the following operations when carrying the electronic key on your person starts the engine or changes "ENGINE START STOP" switch modes. - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 455
2-1. Driving procedures - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 456
2-1. Driving procedures - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 457
2-1. Driving procedures CAUTION - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 458
2 -1 . Driving proc e dure s Engine (ignition) sw itch (vehicles w ithout smart key system) - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 459
2-1. Driving procedures - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 460
2-1. Driving procedures NOTICE - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 461
2 -1 . Driving proc e dure s Aut om at ic t ra nsm ission Select a shift position appropriate for the driving conditions. - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 462
2-1. Driving procedures Vehicles without smart key system: While the engine switch is in the "ON" position, depress the brake pedal and move the shift lever. Vehicles with smart key system: While the "ENGINE START STOP" switch is in IGNITION ON mode, depress the brake pedal and move the shift lever - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 463
2-1. Driving procedures - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 464
2-1. Driving procedures - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 465
2 -1 . Driving proc e dure s Tur n signa l leve r Right turn Left turn Move and hold the lever partway to signal a lane change. The right hand signal will flash until you release the lever. Move and hold the lever partway to signal a lane change. The left hand signal will flash until you release - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 466
2 -1 . Driving proc e dure s Pa rk ing bra ke Canada U.S.A. 2 Sets the parking brake Fully apply the parking brake while depressing the brake pedal. When driving Releases the parking brake Slightly raise the lever and lower it completely while pressing the button. - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 467
2 -1 . Driving proc e dure s H or n To sound the horn, press on or close to the mark. - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 468
. I nst rum e nt c lust e r Ga uge s a nd m e t e rs 2 When driving Vehicles without smart key system The following gauges, meters and displays illuminate when the engine switch is in the "ON" position. Vehicles with smart key system The following gauges, meters and displays illuminate when the - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 469
. Odometer/trip meter switching and trip meter resetting button Switches between odometer and trip meter displays. Pushing and holding the button will reset the trip meter when the trip meter is being displayed. Instrument panel light control The brightness of the instrument panel lights - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 470
2-2. Instrument cluster NOTICE - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 471
2 -2 . I nst rum e nt c lust e r Indicators and w arning lights The indicator and warning lights on the instrument cluster and center panel inform the driver of the status of the vehicle's various systems. - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 472
2-2. Instrument cluster - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 473
2-2. Instrument cluster *2: The light flashes to indicate that the system is operating. - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 474
2 -2 . I nst rum e nt c lust e r Trip infor m at ion displa y The trip information display presents the driver with a variety of driving-related data, including the current outside temperature. Trip information (→P. 168) Displays outside temperature and fuel consumption. 2 When driving 167 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 475
2-2. Instrument cluster Trip information Without Display Audio system Push the "DISP" button to display trip information. Display items can be switched by pressing the "DISP" button. With Display Audio system Push the "DISP" button to display trip information. Display items can be switched by - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 476
2-2. Instrument cluster - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 477
rs H e a dlight sw it ch The headlights can be operated manually or automatically. Type A Vehicles with daytime running light system: The daytime running lights turn on. The side marker, parking, on and off automatically. (When the "ENGINE START STOP" switch or the engine switch is in ON) 170 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 478
the lights and wipers Type B Vehicles with daytime running light system: The daytime running lights turn on. The side marker, parking except daytime running lights) turn on. (if equipped) 2 When driving The headlights, parking lights and daytime running lights turn on and off automatically. (When - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 479
and wipers Turning on the high beam headlights With the headlights on, push the lever forward to turn on the high beams. Pull the lever back to the center position to turn the high beams off. Pull the lever toward you to turn on the high beams. Release the lever to - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 480
2-3. Operating the lights and wipers - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 481
2 -3 . Ope ra t ing t he light s a nd w ipe rs Fog light sw it ch ∗ The fog lights improve visibility in difficult driving conditions, such as in rain or fog. They can be turned on only when the headlights are on low beam. Type A Off Front fog lights on ∗: If equipped 174 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 482
2-3. Operating the lights and wipers Type B Off Front fog lights on 2 When driving 175 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 483
2 -3 . Ope ra t ing t he light s a nd w ipe rs Windshie ld w ipe rs a nd w a she r Wiper intervals can be adjusted for intermittent operation. Type A Intermittent windshield wiper operation Low speed windshield wiper operation High speed windshield wiper operation Temporary operation Increases - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 484
and wipers Wash/wipe operation The wipers will automatically operate a couple of times after the washer squirts. (After operating several times, the wipers operate one more time after a short delay to prevent dripping.) 2 Type B When driving Intermittent windshield wiper operation Low speed - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 485
windshield wiper frequency Decreases the intermittent windshield wiper frequency Wash/wipe operation The wipers will automatically operate a couple of times after the washer squirts. (After operating several times, the wipers operate one more time after a short delay to prevent dripping.) - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 486
2-3. Operating the lights and wipers NOTICE - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 487
2 -3 . Ope ra t ing t he light s a nd w ipe rs Re a r w indow w ipe r a nd w a she r Type A Intermittent window wiper operation Normal window wiper operation Washer/wiper operation Washer/wiper operation dual dual 180 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 488
2-3. Operating the lights and wipers Type B Intermittent window wiper operation Normal window wiper operation Washer/wiper operation Washer/wiper operation dual dual 2 When driving - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 489
2 -4 . U sing ot he r driving syst e m s Cruise c ont rol Use the cruise control to maintain a set speed without depressing the accelerator pedal. Indicator Cruise control switch - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 490
2-4. Using other driving systems - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 491
2-4. Using other driving systems - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 492
2-4. Using other driving systems CAUTION - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 493
2 -4 . U sing ot he r driving syst e m s Rear view monitor system (vehicles with auto anti-glare inside rear view mirror) The rear view monitor system assists the driver by displaying an image of the area behind the vehicle. The image is displayed in reverse on the screen. This reversed image is a - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 494
2-4. Using other driving systems - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 495
driving systems ● To constantly disable the rear view monitor system Push and hold the "AUTO" button for 12 to 15 seconds. The screen will turn off and on after 6 seconds. Keep pushing the button until the screen turns back off. The indicator will flash amber. Vehicles without smart key system - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 496
2-4. Using other driving systems - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 497
2-4. Using other driving systems - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 498
2-4. Using other driving systems Vehicles with spare tire In the following cases, it may become difficult to see images on the screen even if the system functions correctly. ● The vehicle is in a dark area, such as at night. ● The temperature near the lens is extremely high or low. ● Water droplets - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 499
2-4. Using other driving systems - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 500
2-4. Using other driving systems CAUTION - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 501
2 -4 . U sing ot he r driving syst e m s Driving a ssist syst e m s To help enhance driving safety and performance, the following systems operate automatically in response to various driving situations. Be aware, however, that these systems are supplementary and should not be relied upon too - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 502
2-4. Using other driving systems - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 503
2-4. Using other driving systems To disable TRAC and/or VSC (2WD models) If the vehicle gets stuck in fresh snow or mud, TRAC and VSC may reduce power from the engine to the wheels. You may need to turn the system off to enable you to rock the vehicle in order to free it. The AUTO LSD function - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 504
2-4. Using other driving systems To disable TRAC and/or VSC (4WD models) If the vehicle gets stuck in fresh snow or mud, TRAC and VSC may reduce power from the engine to the wheels. You may need to turn the system off to enable you to rock the vehicle in order to free it. - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 505
2-4. Using other driving systems - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 506
2-4. Using other driving systems ● Any of the following conditions may occur when the above systems are operating. None of these indicates that a malfunction has occurred Vibrations may be felt through the vehicle body and steering. A motor sound may be heard - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 507
2-4. Using other driving systems CAUTION - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 508
2 -4 . U sing ot he r driving syst e m s H ill-st a r t a ssist c ont rol ∗ Hill-start assist control further depress the brake pedal when the vehicle is stopped completely. A buzzer will sound once to indicate the system is activated. The slip indicator will also start flashing. 2 When driving - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 509
2-4. Using other driving systems - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 510
2 -4 . U sing ot he r driving syst e m s Dow nhill a ssist c ont rol syst e m ∗ With the downhill assist control system, the vehicle is able to descend a steep hill while maintaining a constant low speed of about 3 mph (5 km/h) without brake pedal operation. - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 511
2-4. Using other driving systems - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 512
2-4. Using other driving systems CAUTION - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 513
r driving syst e m s Four-w he e l drive lock sw it ch (4 WD m ode ls) Four-wheel drive lock mode can be used when a large amount of drive power needs to be applied to all the wheels, such as when the vehicle gets stuck in mud and you need to free it. Press the switch. The torque of the engine is - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 514
● An advantage of the higher ground clearance is a better view of the road allowing you to anticipate problems. ● It is not designed for cornering at the same speeds as ordinary passenger cars any more than low-slung sports cars designed to perform satisfactorily under off-road conditions. Therefore - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 515
2-5. Driving information CAUTION - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 516
private property. ● Do not enter areas that are closed. Honor gates, barriers and signs that restrict travel. ● Stay on established roads. When conditions are wet, driving techniques should be changed or travel delayed to prevent damage to roads. - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 517
2-5. Driving information CAUTION - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 518
2-5. Driving information NOTICE - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 519
notice of the following information about storage precautions, cargo capacity and load. ● Stow cargo and luggage in the luggage compartment whenever possible. Be sure all items are secured in place. ● Be careful to keep the vehicle level. Placing the weight as far forward as possible helps maintain - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 520
placard. (2)Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle. (3)Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kg or XXX lbs. (4)The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if the - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 521
this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle. Example on your vehicle Cargo capacity Total load capacity When 2 people with the combined weight of 366 lb. (166 kg) are riding in your vehicle, the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity will be as follows - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 522
increases, the cargo and luggage load will be reduced by an amount that equals the increased weight due to the additional occupants. In other words, if an increase in the number of occupants causes an excess of the total load capacity (combined weight of occupants plus cargo and luggage load - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 523
2-5. Driving information CAUTION - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 524
2-5. Driving information NOTICE - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 525
2 -5 . Driving inform a t ion Ve hicle loa d lim it s Vehicle load limits include total load capacity, seating capacity, towing capacity and cargo capacity. - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 526
2-5. Driving information CAUTION - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 527
2 -5 . Driving inform a t ion Wint e r driving t ips 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. - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 528
2-5. Driving information - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 529
2-5. Driving information - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 530
2-5. Driving information NOTICE Vehicles with a tire pressure warning system: - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 531
systems (if equipped). To tow a trailer safely, use extreme care and drive the vehicle in accordance with your trailer's characteristics and operating conditions. Toyota warranties do not apply to damage or malfunction caused by towing a trailer for commercial purposes. Contact your Toyota dealer - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 532
2-5. Driving information Towing related terms - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 533
2-5. Driving information - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 534
2-5. Driving information - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 535
axle weight on each axle must never exceed the GAWR indicated on the Certification Label. ● If the gross trailer weight is over the unbraked TWR, trailer service brakes are required. ● If the gross trailer weight is over 2000 lb. (907 kg), a sway control device with sufficient capacity is required - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 536
2-5. Driving information GCWR, TWR and Unbraked TWR Confirm that the gross trailer weight, gross combination weight, gross vehicle weight, gross axle weight and tongue weight are all within the limits. - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 537
2-5. Driving information Trailer Tongue Weight ● A recommended tongue weight varies in accordance with the types of trailers or towing as described below. ● To ensure the recommended values shown below, the trailer must be loaded by referring to the following instructions. • Tongue Weight The gross - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 538
information Hitch Trailer hitch assemblies have different weight capacities. Toyota recommends the use of Toyota hitch/bracket for your vehicle. For details, contact your Toyota dealer. ● If you wish to install a trailer hitch, contact your Toyota dealer. ● Use only a hitch that conforms to the - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 539
2-5. Driving information Selecting trailer ball Use the correct trailer ball for your application. Trailer ball load rating Matches or exceeds the gross trailer weight rating of the trailer. Ball diameter Matches the size of the trailer coupler. Most couplers are stamped with the required trailer - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 540
Positions for towing hitch receiver and hitch ball Weight carrying ball position: 41.4 in. (1051.1 mm) Hitch receiver pin hole position: 32.4 in. (821.8 mm) 2 When driving Connecting trailer lights Please consult your dealer when installing trailer lights, as incorrect installation may - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 541
towing tips Your vehicle will handle differently when towing a trailer. Help to avoid an accident, death or serious injury, keep the following in mind when towing: ● Speed limits for towing a trailer vary by state or province. Do not exceed the posted towing speed limit. ● Toyota recommends that the - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 542
not forget the length of your trailer, and be sure you have plenty of room before changing lanes. ● To maintain engine braking efficiency and charging system performance when using engine braking, do not put the transmission in D. ● Instability happens more frequently when descending steep or long - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 543
2-5. Driving information ● Always place wheel blocks under both the vehicle's and the trailer's wheels when engine. Be sure to keep the brake pedal pressed. Shift into a forward gear. If reversing, shift into R. Release the parking brake and brake pedal, and slowly pull or back away from the wheel - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 544
2-5. Driving information - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 545
2-5. Driving information - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 546
weight is appropriate, if possible. • Check the load in the vehicle. Make sure the vehicle is not overloaded after occupants get in. If you cannot find any problems , the speed at which trailer swaying occurred is beyond the limit of your particular vehicle-trailer combination. Drive - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 547
control. This is especially true on wet or slippery surfaces. ● Do not exceed the trailer hitch assembly weight, gross vehicle weight, gross axle weight and trailer tongue weight capacities. ● Do not use cruise control when towing. ● Slow down and downshift before descending steep or long downhill - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 548
2-5. Driving information CAUTION - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 549
2 -5 . Driving inform a t ion Dinghy t ow ing Your vehicle is not designed to be dinghy towed (with 4 wheels on the ground) behind a motor home. NOTICE - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 550
3 -1 . U sing t he a ir c ondit ioning syst e m a nd de fogge r Manual air conditioning system ∗ Air outlet selection dial Temperature control dial Outside air or recirculated air mode Air conditioning on/off switch Fan speed control dial Adjusting the settings - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 551
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 552
the air conditioning system and defogger Air flows to the feet and the windshield defogger operates. The air intake is automatically switched to outside air mode. It is not possible to return to recirculated air mode when the dial is set at this position. Pressing to turn the air conditioning - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 553
air conditioning system and defogger Adjusting the position of the air outlets Front outlets (center) Direct air flow to the left or right, up or down. Front outlets (right and left sides) Direct air flow to the left or right, up or down. 3 Interior features Opening and closing the side outlets - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 554
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 555
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger NOTICE - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 556
temperature setting. Driver's side temperature control Changes the air outlets used Air flow display Air conditioning on/off switch Outside air or recirculated air mode Automatic mode Off Windshield defogger Passenger's side temperature control Fan speed Micro dust and pollen filter Using the - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 557
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger Adjusting the settings - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 558
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 559
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger Air flows to the feet and the windshield defogger operates. : Vehicles with third seats - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 560
and defogger Micro dust and pollen filter Press . Outside air mode will be switched to recirculated air mode. Pollen is removed from the air and the air flows to the upper part of the body. Usually the system will turn off automatically after approximately 3 minutes. To stop the operation, press - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 561
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger Front outlets (right and left sides) Direct air flow to the left or right, up or down. Opening and closing the side outlets Open the vent. Close the vent. Interior features 3 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 562
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 563
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger CAUTION - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 564
dew or raindrops from the outside rear view mirrors. Vehicles with manual air conditioning system On/off The defoggers will automatically turn off after approximately 15 minutes. Vehicles with automatic air conditioning system On/off The defoggers will automatically turn off after approximately 15 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 565
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 566
3 -1 . U sing t he a ir c ondit ioning syst e m a nd de fogge r Windshie ld w ipe r de -ic e r ∗ This feature is used to prevent ice from building up on the windshield and wiper blades. On/off The de-icer will automatically turn off after approximately 15 minutes. - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 567
Title Using the radio Using the CD player Playing back MP3 and WMA discs Operating an iPod Operating a USB memory Optimal use of the audio system Using the AUX port Using the steering wheel audio switches Using the Bluetooth® audio/phone Page P. 270 P. 273 P. 278 P. 284 P. 292 P. 300 P. 303 P. 304 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 568
3-2. Using the audio system With Display Audio system Owners of models equipped with a Display Audio system should refer to the "Display Audio System Owner's Manual". - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 569
3-2. Using the audio system - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 570
3-2. Using the audio system CAUTION ● Laser products • Do not take this unit apart or attempt to make any changes yourself. This is an intricate unit that uses a laser pickup to retrieve information from the surface of compact discs. The laser is carefully shielded so - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 571
3-2. Using the audio system CAUTION Conformément - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 572
audio system CAUTION FCC Warning: Changes to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to antenna. - Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. - Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. - Consult the dealer - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 573
3-2. Using the audio system CAUTION - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 574
3-2. Using the audio system CAUTION FCC Warning: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. This equipment complies with FCC/ - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 575
3-2. Using the audio system CAUTION If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or antenna. - Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. - Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. - Consult the dealer - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 576
3 -2 . U sing t he a udio syst e m U sing t he ra dio Power Volume Station selector Adjusting the frequency or selecting items Seeking the frequency Scanning for receivable stations AM/FM mode button Displays text message Setting station - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 577
3-2. Using the audio system Scanning radio stations - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 578
3-2. Using the audio system - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 579
3 -2 . U sing t he a udio syst e m U sing t he CD pla ye r Power Volume CD eject Random playback Reverse Selecting a Repeat play track or displays track list Fast-forward Selecting a track Search playback Playback 3 Interior features Displays text - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 580
3-2. Using the audio system Fast-forwarding and reversing tracks To fast-forward or reverse, press Selecting a track from a track list STEP 1 ( ) or ( ). Press . The track list will be displayed. STEP 2 Turn and press to select a track. (BACK). To return to the previous display, press - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 581
3-2. Using the audio system Switching the display Press . Track title, Artist name and Disc title are shown on the display. To return to the previous display, press or (BACK). - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 582
3-2. Using the audio system - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 583
3-2. Using the audio system NOTICE ● Low-quality and deformed CDs ● CDs with a transparent or translucent recording area 3 Interior features ● CDs that have had tape, stickers or CDR labels attached to them, or that have had the label peeled off - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 584
3 -2 . U sing t he a udio syst e m Pla ying ba ck M P3 a nd WM A disc s Power Volume Disc eject Random playback Repeat play Selecting a file or displays folder list Selecting a file Search playback Playback Selecting a folder, fast-forwarding Displays text message - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 585
3-2. Using the audio system - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 586
3-2. Using the audio system Repeat play Pressing (RPT) changes modes in the following order: File repeat → Folder repeat* → Off *: Available except when RDM (random playback) is selected Switching the display Press . Track title, Artist name and Album title (MP3 only) are shown on the display. - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 587
3-2. Using the audio system - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 588
with the extension .mp3 or .wma. ● Multi-sessions As the audio system is compatible with multi-sessions, it is possible to play discs that title, artist name, etc. The system is compatible with ID3 Ver. 1.0, 1.1, and Ver. 2.2, 2.3 ID3 tags. (The number of characters is based on ID3 Ver. 1.0 and - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 589
the audio system ● and .wma are used for files other than MP3 and WMA files, they will be mistakenly recognized and played as MP3 and WMA files. This may result in MP3 or WMA files are recorded on a disc, it may take more time to recognize the disc and in some cases, playback may not be possible - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 590
3 -2 . U sing t he a udio syst e m Ope rat ing a n iPod Connecting an iPod enables you to enjoy music from the vehicle speakers. - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 591
3-2. Using the audio system - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 592
3-2. Using the audio system Selecting a play mode STEP 1 Press Turning lowing order: (MENU) to select iPod menu mode. clockwise changes the play mode in the fol- STEP 2 "Playlists"→"Artists"→"Albums"→"Songs"→"Podcasts"→"Genres" →"Composers"→"Audiobooks" STEP 3 Press to select the desired play - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 593
3-2. Using the audio system - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 594
Using the audio system Fast-forwarding and reversing songs To fast-forward or reverse, press Shuffle playback Pressing (RDM) changes modes in (BACK). To return to the previous display, press Adjusting sound quality and volume balance STEP 1 STEP 2 Press Press to enter iPod menu mode. changes - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 595
3-2. Using the audio system - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 596
3-2. Using the audio system - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 597
3-2. Using the audio system Items related to standards and limitations are as follows: ● Maximum number of lists in device: 9999 ● Maximum number of songs in device: 65535 ● Maximum number of songs per list: 65535 CAUTION - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 598
3 -2 . U sing t he a udio syst e m Ope rat ing a U SB m e m or y Connecting a USB memory enables you to enjoy music from the vehicle speakers. - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 599
3-2. Using the audio system - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 600
3-2. Using the audio system Selecting a folder - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 601
3-2. Using the audio system Scanning files STEP 1 Press . again. The first 10 seconds of all files in the folder will be played. STEP 2 When the desired folder is reached, press Fast-forwarding and reversing files →P. 288 Random playback Pressing (RDM) changes modes in the following order: - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 602
3-2. Using the audio system - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 603
the audio system ● MP3 and WMA files MP3 (MPEG Audio LAYER 3) is a standard audio compression format. Files can be compressed to approximately 1/10 of their original size using MP3 compression. WMA (Windows Media Audio) is a Microsoft audio compression format. This format compresses audio data - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 604
audio system ● ID3 and WMA tags ID3 tags can be added to MP3 files, making it possible to record the track title, artist name, etc. The system is compatible with ID3 Ver. 1.0, 1.1, and Ver. 2.2, 2.3, 2.4 ID3 tags. (The number of characters is based not been changed), the USB memory will resume play - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 605
3-2. Using the audio system NOTICE - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 606
3 -2 . U sing t he a udio syst e m Opt im a l use of t he a udio syst e m Menu button Adjusting the sound quality and ASL 300 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 607
3-2. Using the audio system Using the audio control function - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 608
3-2. Using the audio system - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 609
3 -2 . U sing t he a udio syst e m U sing t he AU X por t This port can be used to connect a portable audio device and listen to it through the vehicle's speakers. STEP 1 Open the cover and connect the portable audio device. STEP 2 Press . 3 Interior features - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 610
an album and tracks Turns the power on, selects audio source Turning on the power Press when the audio system is turned off. Changing the audio source Press when the audio system is turned on. The audio source is pressed. If a mode cannot be used, it changes each time will be skipped. 304 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 611
3-2. Using the audio system Adjusting the volume Press "+" on ume. Press and hold to increase the volume and "-" hear a Selecting a track/file or song STEP 1 Press to select CD, iPod, USB memory or Bluetooth® audio mode. Press "∧" or "∨" on song. to select the desired track/file or STEP 2 305 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 612
3-2. Using the audio system Selecting a folder or album STEP 1 Press mode. to select CD, USB memory or Bluetooth® audio STEP 2 Press and hold "∧" or "∨" on until you hear a beep. CAUTION - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 613
3 -2 . U sing t he a udio syst e m Blue t oot h ® a udio/phone - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 614
3-2. Using the audio system - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 615
3-2. Using the audio system - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 616
3 -2 . U sing t he a udio syst e m U sing t he Blue t oot h ® a udio/phone - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 617
3-2. Using the audio system - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 618
® audio/phone for the first time Before using the Bluetooth® audio/phone, it is necessary to register a Bluetooth® device in the system. Follow the procedure below to register (pair) a device: STEP 1 Press Press and select "Bluetooth" using and select "Pairing" using . . STEP 2 A passkey will - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 619
Using the audio system Menu list of the Bluetooth® audio/phone First menu Second menu "BT Pairing" "List Phone" "List Audio" "Passkey" "Bluetooth" "BT Power" Third menu "Device Name" "Device Address" Operation details Registering a Bluetooth® device Listing the registered cellular phones Listing - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 620
3-2. Using the audio system First menu Second menu Third menu "Add contacts" "Add SD" "Delete Call History" "Delete contacts" Operation details Adding a new number Registering a speed dial Deleting a number stored in the call history Deleting a number stored in the phonebook Deleting a phonebook - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 621
a udio syst e m Ope rat ing a Blue t oot h ® e na ble d por ta ble pla ye r Power Volume Selecting an album, fast-forwarding or reversing beep. The first 10 seconds of the first track in the each album will be played. STEP 2 When the desired album is reached, press again. Selecting tracks - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 622
3-2. Using the audio system Scanning tracks STEP 1 Press . again. The first 10 seconds of all tracks in the album will be played. STEP 2 When Off Repeat play Pressing (RPT) changes modes in the following order: Track repeat → Album repeat* → Off *: Available except when RDM (random playback) - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 623
3-2. Using the audio system - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 624
3 -2 . U sing t he a udio syst e m M a k ing a phone c a ll To enter the "PHONE" mode, press the off-hook switch. - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 625
3-2. Using the audio system Dialing by selecting a name STEP 1 Select "Phonebook" using Select the desired name using switch. . and press the off- speed dial. Dialing by entering the number STEP 1 STEP 2 Select "Dial by number" using . Enter the phone number and press the off-hook switch. 319 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 626
3-2. Using the audio system Dialing from call histories STEP 1 Select "All calls", "Missed calls", "Incoming calls" or "Outgoing calls" using . and press the and hold the desired to ). preset button (from ● Deleting the selected number Press (DELETE) and press (YES). When receiving a phone call - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 627
3-2. Using the audio system Operations during a call ● Transferring a call A call can be transferred between the cellular phone and system while dialing, receiving a call, or during a call. Use one of the following methods: a. Operate the cellular phone. Refer to the manual that comes with the - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 628
3-2. Using the audio system Adjusting the ringtone volume when receiving a call Change the ringtone volume using To decrease the volume: Turn . counterclockwise. To increase the volume: Turn clockwise. - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 629
3 -2 . U sing t he a udio syst e m U sing t he "SET U P" m e nu ("Blue t oot h" m e nu) Registering a Bluetooth® device in the system allows the system to function. The following functions can be used for registered devices: - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 630
audio system Registering a portable player Select "BT Pairing" using , and perform the procedure for reg- istering a portable player. (→P. 312) Listing the registered cellular phones Select "List Phone" using phones will be displayed. ● Connecting the registered cellular phone to the audio system - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 631
Listing the registered portable players Select "List Audio" using ers will be displayed. ● Connecting the registered portable player to the audio system STEP 1 . The list of registered portable play- Select the name of the portable player to be connected using . . 3 STEP 2 Select "Select" using - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 632
3-2. Using the audio system Changing the passkey STEP 1 Select "Passkey" using . . STEP 2 Select a 4 to 8-digit passkey using Input the number 1 digit at a time. STEP 3 When the entire number to be registered as a passkey has been input, press again. again If the passkey to be registered has - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 633
3-2. Using the audio system Displaying the device status Select "Bluetooth info" using ● Displaying the device name Select " If the "Display Setting" is set to on, the portable player connection status will be displayed when the engine switch is turned to the "ACC" or "ON" position. STEP 1 Select - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 634
3-2. Using the audio system Initialization Select "Initialize" using . ● Initializing the sound settings Select "Sound setting" using and press (YES). For details about sound settings (→P. 300) ● Initializing the device information Select "Car Device Info" using and press (YES). Automatic - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 635
3 -2 . U sing t he a udio syst e m U sing t he "SET U P" m e nu ("Phone " m e nu) - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 636
3-2. Using the audio system Adding a new phone number Select "Add contacts" using . ● Transferring all contacts from the cellular phone Select "Overwrite all contacts" using (YES). ● Transferring one contact from the cellular phone Select "Add one contact" using Setting speed dials STEP 1 and - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 637
3-2. Using the audio system Deleting call histories Select "Delete Call History" using ● Deleting outgoing call history STEP 1 . Select "Outgoing Calls" using . and press STEP 2 Select the desired phone number using (YES). To delete all outgoing call history data, press then press (YES). ( - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 638
3-2. Using the audio system ● Deleting missed call history STEP 1 Select "Missed Calls" using . and press STEP 2 Select the desired phone number using (YES). To delete all missed call history data, press press (YES). (ALL) and then ● Deleting a number from all call histories (Outgoing calls, - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 639
the audio system Deleting a registered phone number STEP 1 Select "Delete contacts" using . and press STEP 2 Select the desired phone number using (YES). To delete all of the registered phone numbers, select "All delete" using and press (YES). 3 Deleting another cellular phone's phonebook - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 640
3-2. Using the audio system Setting ringtone volume STEP 1 STEP 2 Select "Ringtone Volume" using Change the ringtone volume. To decrease the volume: Turn . counterclockwise. To increase the volume: Turn clockwise. Setting ringtone STEP 1 Select "Ringtone" using Using . STEP 2 , select a - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 641
key (vehicles with smart key system), whether the doors are locked/unlocked, whether the doors are opened/closed, and the "ENGINE START STOP" switch mode or the engine switch position. The luggage compartment light turns on/off according to whether the back door is opened/closed. 3 Interior - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 642
/interior light main switch and personal/interior lights Personal/interior light main switch Type A Door position The personal lights and interior light come on when a door is opened. They go off when the doors are closed. Off The personal lights and interior light can be individually turned on or - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 643
3-3. Using the interior lights Personal/interior lights and interior light and luggage compartment light Type B On/off Interior light Door position Off Interior features 3 On Luggage compartment light On Off 337 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 644
3-3. Using the interior lights Luggage compartment light - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 645
3 -4 . U sing t he st ora ge fe a t ure s List of st ora ge fe at ure s 3 Interior features Cup holders Bottle holders Auxiliary box Glove box Overhead console Console box CAUTION - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 646
3-4. Using the storage features Glove box Glove box Unlock with the master (vehicles without smart system) or mechanical (vehicles with smart key tem) Lock with the master (vehicles without smart system) or mechanical (vehicles with smart key tem) Open (pull lever) CAUTION - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 647
3-4. Using the storage features Console box Console box Upper tray Lift the lid. Lower box Pull the lever up and lift the lid. 3 Interior features CAUTION - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 648
3-4. Using the storage features Overhead console Overhead console The overhead console is useful for temporarily storing sunglasses and similar small items. Press the lid. CAUTION - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 649
3-4. Using the storage features Cup holders Cup holders Type A Removing the adapters changes the size. (→P. 343) Type B To use the cup holders, pull the strap forward and fold down the center seatback. 3 Interior features - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 650
3-4. Using the storage features Cup holders and bottle holders CAUTION - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 651
3-4. Using the storage features Bottle holders Third seat CAUTION - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 652
3-4. Using the storage features Auxiliary box Auxiliary box To open and close the auxiliary box, press the button. CAUTION - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 653
3 -5 . Ot he r int e rior fe a t ure s Sun visors Forward position: Flip down. Side position: Flip down, unhook, and swing to the side. Side extender: Place in side position then slide backwards. 3 Interior features 347 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 654
3 -5 . Ot he r int e rior fe a t ure s Va nit y m irrors Slide the cover. The light turns on when the cover is opened. 348 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 655
int e rior fe a t ure s Clock Vehicles with a manual air conditioning system Adjusts the hours. Adjusts the minutes. Rounds hour.* to the nearest *: e.g. 1:00 to 1:29 → 1:00 1:30 to 1:59 → 2:00 Vehicles with an automatic air conditioning system Adjusts the hours. Adjusts the minutes. Rounds hour - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 656
3 -5 . Ot he r int e rior fe a t ure s Pow e r out le t s The power outlet can be used for a following component. 12 V: Accessories that use less than 10 A. 120 VAC: Accessories that use less than 100 W. - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 657
3-5. Other interior features - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 658
3-5. Other interior features CAUTION - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 659
3-5. Other interior features NOTICE - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 660
3-5. Other interior features NOTICE - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 661
3 -5 . Ot he r int e rior fe a t ure s Se at he at e rs ∗ Heats the driver's seat Heats the front passenger's seat The indicator light is on while the seat heater is operating. Push the switch once again to turn off the seat heater. - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 662
3-5. Other interior features NOTICE - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 663
3 -5 . Ot he r int e rior fe a t ure s Ar m re st To use the armrest, pull the strap forward and fold down the center seatback. NOTICE - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 664
3 -5 . Ot he r int e rior fe a t ure s Coat hook s CAUTION - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 665
mats designed details, refer to the floor mat retention clip installation instructions supplied with the clips. 3 Interior features CAUTION Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may cause the driver's floor mat to slip, possibly interfering with the pedals while driving - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 666
3 -5 . Ot he r int e rior fe a t ure s Lugga ge c om pa r t m e nt fe at ure s - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 667
3-5. Other interior features STEP 2 Fold up the deck board. The lid can be removed. Type B Lift the front deck board. 3 Interior features 361 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 668
3-5. Other interior features - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 669
Other interior features Stowing the luggage cover (if equipped) STEP 1 Open the rear deck board and remove the deck side cover. 3 Interior features STEP 2 Insert the right end of the luggage cover into the recess, then compress the left end of the luggage cover and insert it into the recess - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 670
3-5. Other interior features CAUTION - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 671
Working from top to bottom, liberally apply water to the vehicle body, wheel wells and underside of the vehicle to remove any dirt and dust. Wash the or soft cloth, such as a chamois. ● For hard-to-remove marks, use car wash soap and rinse thoroughly with water. ● Wipe away any water. ● Wax the - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 672
4-1. Maintenance and care - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 673
4-1. Maintenance and care NOTICE - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 674
4 -1 . M a int e na nc e a nd c a re Cle a ning a nd prot e c t ing t he ve hicle int e rior The following procedures will help protect your vehicle's interior and keep it in top condition: - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 675
4-1. Maintenance and care - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 676
4-1. Maintenance and care NOTICE - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 677
4 -2 . M a int e na nc e M a int e na nc e re quire m e nt s To ensure safe and economical driving, day-to-day care and regular maintenance is essential. It is the owner's responsibility to perform regular checks. Toyota recommends the following maintenance. - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 678
4-2. Maintenance - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 679
4-2. Maintenance CAUTION - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 680
Maintenance Guide" or "Owner's Manual Supplement". It is recommended that any problem you notice should be brought to the attention of your Toyota dealer or qualified service shop for advice. Engine compartment Items Battery Brake fluid Engine coolant Engine oil Exhaust system Radiator/condenser - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 681
Spongy feeling brake pedal? • Pedal almost touches floor? • Move smoothly and lock securely? • Function properly? • Do all the lights come on? • • Can hold the vehicle securely on an incline? • Does the seat belt system operate smoothly? • Are the belts undamaged? • Do the seat controls operate - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 682
exterior Items Doors Engine hood Fluid leaks Check points • Operate smoothly? • The lock system works properly? • Is there any leakage after parking? Tires • Inflation pressure is correct? • Tire surfaces not worn or damaged? • Tires rotated according to the maintenance schedule? • Wheel nuts are - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 683
4 -2 . M a int e na nc e Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M) programs Some states have vehicle emission inspection programs which include OBD (On Board Diagnostics) checks. The OBD system monitors the operation of the emission control system. - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 684
given in these sections. Items Parts and tools Warm water Baking "Toyota Super Long Life Coolant" or similar high quality ethylene glycol based non Canada: "Toyota Super Long Life Coolant" is pre-mixed with 55% coolant and 45% deionized water. • Funnel (used only for adding engine coolant) • Toyota - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 685
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Items Fuses (→P. 421) Parts and tools • Fuse with same amperage rating as original ⎯ Radiator and condenser (→P. 395) Tire inflation pressure (→P. 408) (→P. 400) • Tire pressure gauge • Compressed air source • Water washer fluid containing antifreeze (for winter - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 686
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance CAUTION The engine compartment contains many mechanisms and fluids that may move suddenly, become hot, or become electrically energized. To avoid death or serious injury, observe the following precautions. - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 687
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance NOTICE - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 688
e H ood Release the lock from the inside of the vehicle to open the hood. STEP 1 Pull the hood release lever. The hood will pop up slightly. STEP 2 Lift the auxiliary catch lever and lift the hood. 4 Maintenance and care STEP 3 Hold the hood open by inserting the supporting rod into the slot - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 689
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance CAUTION - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 690
4 -3 . Do-it -yourse lf m a int e na nc e Posit ioning a floor ja ck When raising your vehicle with a floor jack, position the jack correctly. Improper placement may damage your vehicle or cause injury. - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 691
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance CAUTION - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 692
4 Fuse boxes (→P. 421) Radiator Condenser (→P. 395) (→P. 395) Maintenance and care Engine coolant reservoir (→P. 393) Engine oil filler cap (→P. 391) Battery (→P. 397) Brake fluid reservoir (→P. 395) Electric cooling fans Engine oil level dipstick (→P. 390) Washer fluid tank (→P. 400) 387 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 693
yourself maintenance 3.5 L V6 (2GR-FE) engine Fuse boxes (→P. 421) Radiator Condenser (→P. 395) (→P. 395) Engine coolant reservoir (→P. 393) Engine oil filler cap (→P. 391) Battery (→P. 397) Brake fluid reservoir (→P. 395) Electric cooling fans Engine oil level dipstick (→P. 390) Washer fluid - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 694
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Engine compartment cover - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 695
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Engine oil With the engine at operating temperature and turned off, check the oil level on the dipstick. - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 696
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance 3.5 L V6 (2GR-FE) engine Low Full - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 697
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 698
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance NOTICE - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 699
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 700
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Radiator and condenser Check the radiator and condenser, and clear any foreign objects. If either of the above parts are extremely dirty or you are not sure of their condition, have your vehicle checked by your Toyota dealer. CAUTION - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 701
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance CAUTION - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 702
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Battery - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 703
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance CAUTION - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 704
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance CAUTION - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 705
in U.S.A. Add washer fluid in the following situations. ● Any washer does not work. ● The low washer fluid warning light comes on. For vehicles sold in Canada If any washer does not work or the low windshield washer fluid warning light comes on, the washer tank may be empty. Add washer fluid - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 706
4 -3 . Do-it -yourse lf m a int e na nc e T ire s Replace or rotate tires in accordance with maintenance schedules and treadwear. - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 707
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Except vehicles with a spare tire of the same wheel type as the installed tires Rotate the tires in the order shown. To equalize tire wear and extend tire life, Toyota recommends that tire rotation is carried out at the same interval as tire inspection. Front - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 708
tire pressure warning valve and transmitter ID codes registered by your Toyota dealer. (→P. 403) Registering ID codes (vehicles with a tire pressure warning system) The tire pressure warning valve and transmitter is equipped with a unique ID code. When replacing a tire pressure warning valve and - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 709
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 710
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 711
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 712
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance NOTICE - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 713
4 -3 . Do-it -yourse lf m a int e na nc e T ire inflat ion pre ssure - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 714
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 715
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 716
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance CAUTION - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 717
4 -3 . Do-it -yourse lf m a int e na nc e Whe e ls If a wheel is bent, cracked or heavily corroded, it should be replaced. Otherwise, the tire may separate from the wheel or cause loss of handling control. - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 718
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 719
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance NOTICE - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 720
4 -3 . Do-it -yourse lf m a int e na nc e Air c ondit ioning filt e r The air conditioning filter must be changed regularly to maintain air conditioning efficiency. - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 721
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 722
4 -3 . Do-it -yourse lf m a int e na nc e Ke y bat t e r y Replace the battery with a new one if it is discharged. - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 723
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance STEP 3 Open the case cover using a coin protected with tape etc. and remove the depleted battery. Insert a new battery with the "+" terminal facing up. - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 724
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance STEP 3 Remove the depleted battery. Insert a new battery with the "+" terminal facing up. - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 725
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance NOTICE - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 726
. STEP 1 Vehicles without smart key system: Turn the engine switch off. Vehicles with smart key system: Turn the "ENGINE START STOP" switch off. The fuses are located in the following places. To check the fuses, follow the instructions below. Open the fuse box cover. Type A: Push the tab in - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 727
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Under the instrument panel Remove the lid. STEP 4 After a system failure, see "Fuse layout and amperage ratings" (→P. 425) for details about which fuse to check. Remove the fuse with the pullout tool. STEP 5 STEP 6 Check if the fuse has blown. 422 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 728
an appropriate amperage rating. The amperage rating can be found on the fuse box lid. 4 Maintenance and care Type C Normal fuse Blown fuse Contact your Toyota dealer. 423 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 729
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Type D Normal fuse Blown fuse Contact your Toyota dealer. Type E Normal fuse Blown fuse Contact your Toyota dealer. 424 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 730
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Fuse layout and amperage ratings - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 731
key system, audio system, front passenger occupant classification system, ABS, TRAC, VSC, AUTO LSD, downhill assist control system, hill-start assist control system, Active Torque Control 4WD system Vanity lights, personal/interior lights, interior light, luggage compartment light, engine switch - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 732
V6 (2GR-FE) engine Type B (passenger's side) 4 Maintenance and care Fuse 1 2 3 4 5 AMP AM2 IG2 HAZ ETCS Ampere 30 A 30 A 15 A 10 A 10 A Audio system Circuit Starting system Starting system, multiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport fuel injection system Emergency flashers Multiport - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 733
multiport fuel injection system No circuit No circuit Electric power steering system HEAD MAIN, ECU-B2, ALT-S, STR LOCK, DOME, ECU-B, RAD NO.1 fuses 8 9 10 11 12 EFI NO.2 EFI NO.3 GROW EPMS MAIN 10 A 7.5 A 80 A 60 A 80 A 120 A* 13 ALT 1 ABS 1, ABS 2, RDI*3, CDS*3, FAN 1*4, AC INV, TOWING, HTR - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 734
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Fuse 20 A/F Ampere 20 A Circuit A/F sensor, fuel pump*3 *1: Vehicles without towing package *2: Vehicles with towing package *3: Vehicles with 2.5 L 4-cylinder (2AR-FE) engine *4: Vehicles with 3.5 L V6 (2GR-FE) engine - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 735
shift lock system, air conditioning system, main body ECU, electric moon roof, stop/tail lights, electric power steering system, clock, AC inverter, auto anti-glare inside rear view mirror Air conditioning system, rear window defogger, emergency flashers 9 ACC 7.5 A 10 11 12 MIR HTR PWR OUTLET - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 736
mounted stoplight, automatic transmission shift lock system, multiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport fuel injection system, ABS, TRAC, VSC, AUTO LSD function, downhill assist control system, hill-start assist control system Main body ECU, power door lock system ACC, CIG, fuses Active - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 737
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 738
replace the following bulbs yourself. The difficulty level of replacement varies depending on the bulb. If necessary bulb replacement seems difficult to perform, contact your Toyota dealer. For more information about replacing other light bulbs, contact your - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 739
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 740
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Replacing light bulbs - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 741
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Reinstalling the clip - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 742
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Reinstalling the clip - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 743
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance STEP 4 Unplug the connector while depressing the lock release. STEP 5 Turn the bulb base counterclockwise. - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 744
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance STEP 3 Remove the light bulb. Rear side marker light Rear turn signal light Back-up light - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 745
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Vehicles with a spare tire STEP 1 Use a flathead screwdriver to disengage the side of the lamp. STEP 2 Turn the bulb base counterclockwise. STEP 3 Remove the light bulb. - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 746
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 747
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance CAUTION - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 748
5 -1 . Esse nt ia l inform a t ion Em e rge ncy fla she rs Use the emergency flashers if the vehicle malfunctions or is involved in an accident. Press the switch to flash all the turn signal lights. To turn them off, press the switch once again. NOTICE - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 749
ds t o be t ow e d If towing is necessary, we recommend having your vehicle towed by your Toyota dealer or a commercial towing service, using a wheel-lift type truck or a flat bed truck. Use a safety chain system for all towing, and abide by all state/provincial and local laws. 2WD models: If towing - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 750
secured to the emergency towing eyelet. This should only be attempted on hard surfaced roads for short distances at low speeds. A driver must be in the vehicle to steer and operate the brakes. The vehicle's wheels, drive train, axles, steering and brakes must be in good condition. Towing eyelet 446 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 751
5-1. Essential information Installing towing eyelet STEP 1 Remove the eyelet cover using a flathead screwdriver. To protect the bodywork, place a rag between the screwdriver partially by hand. STEP 3 Tighten down the towing eyelet securely using a wheel nut wrench. 5 When trouble arises 447 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 752
5-1. Essential information Towing with a sling-type truck Do not tow with a sling-type truck to prevent body damage. Towing with a wheel-lift type truck From the front (2WD models) Release the parking brake. From the front (4WD models) Use a towing dolly under the rear wheels. 448 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 753
5-1. Essential information From the rear Use a towing dolly under the front wheels. Using a flat bed truck If you use chains or cables to tie down your vehicle, the angles shaded in black must be 45°. Do not overly tighten the tie downs or the vehicle may be damaged. 5 When trouble arises - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 754
5-1. Essential information CAUTION - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 755
5-1. Essential information NOTICE - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 756
5 -1 . Esse nt ia l inform a t ion I f you t hink som e t hing is w rong If you notice any of the following symptoms, your vehicle probably needs adjustment or repair. Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 757
or an airbag inflates upon collision, the fuel pump shut off system stops supplying fuel to the engine. Follow the procedure below to restart the engine after the system is activated. Vehicles without smart key system STEP 1 STEP 2 Turn the engine switch to the "ACC" or "LOCK" position. Restart - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 758
vehicle immediately. Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous. The following warning indicates a possible problem in the brake system. Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your Toyota dealer. Warning light Warning light/Details Brake system warning light (warning buzzer - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 759
the vehicle in a safe place and contact your Toyota dealer. Warning light Warning light/Details Charging system warning light Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle's charging system. Low engine oil pressure warning light Indicates that the engine oil pressure is too low. Have the vehicle inspected - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 760
an emergency Warning light Warning light/Details (U.S.A.) "ABS" warning light Indicates a malfunction in: • The ABS; • The brake assist system. (Canada) Electric power steering system warning light Indicates a malfunction in the EPS system. Cruise control indicator light Indicates a malfunction - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 761
Details Low fuel level warning light Indicates that remaining fuel is about 2.4 gal. (9.0 L, 2.0 Imp. gal.) or less Driver's seat belt reminder light (warning buzzer)*1 Warns the driver a safe place and allow the engine to idle until the light goes off. 5 When trouble arises Stop the vehicle in a - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 762
pressure (including the spare tire) to the specified level. The light will turn off after a few minutes. In case the light does not turn off even if the tire inflation pressure is adjusted, have the system checked by your Toyota dealer. When the light comes on: Low tire inflation pressure such as - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 763
of 12 mph (20 km/h). Then, if the seat belt is still unfastened, the buzzer will sound at a different tone for 20 more seconds. *2:Refer to the separate "Scheduled Maintenance Guide" or "Owner's Manual Supplement" for the maintenance interval applicable to your vehicle. When trouble arises 459 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 764
Details Smart key system warning light Indicates that the electronic key is not present when the "ENGINE START STOP" switch is pressed. Smart key system warning light Indicates that a door other than the driver's door times Confirm the location of the electronic key. Once 3 times Turn the "ENGINE - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 765
to take in an emergency Interior buzzer Exterior buzzer Warning light Warning light/Details Smart key system warning light Indicates that the driver's door has been opened and closed with the shift lever not in P, the "ENGINE START STOP" switch in any mode other than OFF and the electronic key - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 766
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 767
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency ● If non-genuine Toyota wheels are used. (Even if you use Toyota wheels, the tire pressure warning system may not work properly with some types of tires.) ● If tire chains are used. ● If the spare tire is in a location subject to poor radio - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 768
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency CAUTION - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 769
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency CAUTION - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 770
system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for approximately one minute and then remain continuously illuminated. This sequence will wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS (tire pressure warning system) from functioning properly. Always check the TPMS (tire pressure warning system - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 771
5 -2 . St e ps t o t a k e in a n e m e rge nc y If you have a flat tire (vehicles w ith standard tires) Remove the flat tire and replace it with the spare provided. - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 772
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency Taking out the jack STEP 1 Disengage the remove the cover. claws and STEP 2 Loosen Tighten Loosen and take out the jack. 468 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 773
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency Taking out the tool bag STEP 1 Disengage the remove the cover. claws and STEP 2 Take out the tool bag. 5 When trouble arises 469 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 774
STEP 3 Close the back door. Remove the spare tire cover by holding the bottom and lifting it up and away from the vehicle. When placing the spare tire cover on the ground, make sure the cover design side faces up to avoid scratching the cover surface. STEP 4 Using the wheel nut wrench, loosen the - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 775
out the spare tire (vehicles without the spare tire cover) STEP 1 Using the wheel nut wrench, loosen the hold-down nuts by wheel nuts and the spare tire. When placing the spare tire on the ground, make sure the wheel design side faces up to avoid scratching the wheel surface. 5 When trouble - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 776
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency Replacing a flat tire STEP 1 Chock the tires. Wheel chock positions Behind the rear righthand side tire Behind the rear lefthand side tire In front of the front right-hand side tire In front - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 777
the wheel ornament using the wheel nut wrench as shown below. To protect the wheel ornament, place a rag between the wrench and the wheel ornament, as shown in the illustration. 16-inch wheel 17-inch and 18-inch wheels 5 STEP 3 Slightly loosen the wheel nuts (one turn). When trouble arises - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 778
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency STEP 4 Turn the tire jack portion "A" by hand until the notch of the jack is in contact with the jack point. STEP 5 Type A: Assemble the jack handle extension. STEP 5 Type B: Assemble the jack handle extension. 474 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 779
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency STEP 6 Raise the vehicle until the tire is slightly raised off the ground. Type A Type B Type C 5 When trouble arises 475 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 780
on the ground, place the tire so that the wheel design faces up to avoid scratching the wheel surface. Installing the tire STEP 1 Remove any dirt or foreign matter from the wheel contact surface. If foreign matter is on the wheel contact surface, the wheel nuts may loosen while the vehicle is in - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 781
portion Disc wheel seat Replacing an aluminum wheel with a steel wheel Tapered portion Tighten the nuts until the tapered portion comes into loose contact with the disc wheel seat. Disc wheel seat 5 Replacing an aluminum wheel with an aluminum wheel When trouble arises Disc wheel Turn the - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 782
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency STEP 3 Lower the vehicle. Type A Type B Type C 478 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 783
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency STEP 4 Firmly tighten each nut two or three times in the order shown in the illustration. Tightening torque: 76 ft• lbf (103 N• m, 10.5 kgf• m) STEP 5 Reinstall the wheel ornament. 16-inch wheel 17-inch and 18-inch wheels 5 When trouble arises 479 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 784
for the spare: Remove the plastic rings from the wheel nuts of the spare tire carrier. STEP 2 STEP 3 STEP 4 Close the back door. Stow the flat tire on the back door and tighten all wheel nuts by hand. Using the wheel nut wrench, tighten the hold-down nuts by turning them clockwise. Follow the - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 785
into the upper slots and lower the cover to install the spare tire cover. Upper slots Hooks STEP 7 Attach the cover by hooking the 2 inner protrusions. Check that the cover is securely attached. 5 When trouble arises STEP 8 Open the back door and lock the latch handle which is on the bottom - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 786
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency STEP 10 Stow the jack and all tools securely, and replace all the covers. - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 787
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency CAUTION - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 788
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency CAUTION - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 789
5 -2 . St e ps t o t a k e in a n e m e rge nc y If you have a flat tire (vehicles w ith run-flat tires) Take your vehicle to the nearest Toyota dealer or authorized tire dealer as soon as possible. - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 790
5 -2 . St e ps t o t a k e in a n e m e rge nc y I f t he e ngine w ill not st a r t If the engine will not start even though correct starting procedures are being followed (→P. 147, 151) or releasing the steering lock, (→P. 147, 151), consider each of the following points. - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 791
the shift lever cannot be shifted with your foot on the brake, there may be a problem with the shift lock system (a system to prevent accidental operation of the shift lever). Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer. The following steps may be used as an emergency measure to ensure that the - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 792
lose your ke ys New genuine keys can be made by your Toyota dealer. For vehicles with the smart key system, bring the other key and the key number stamped on the key number plate. For vehicles without the smart key system, bring a master key and the key number stamped on the key number - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 793
the mechanical key (→P. 26) in order to perform the following operations: Locks all doors Unlocks all doors Turning the key unlock the driver's door. Turning the key once again unlocks the other doors. 5 Starting the engine When trouble arises STEP 1 STEP 2 Shift the shift lever to P and apply the - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 794
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency STEP 3 Press the "ENGINE START STOP" switch within 5 seconds after the buzzer sounds, keeping the brake pedal depressed. In the event that the "ENGINE START STOP" switch still cannot be operated, contact your Toyota dealer. - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 795
STEP 2 When trouble arises Start the engine of the second vehicle. Increase the engine speed slightly and maintain at that level for approximately 5 minutes to recharge the battery of your vehicle. Vehicles with smart key system - Open and close any of the doors with the "ENGINE START STOP" switch - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 796
ON mode (vehicles with smart key system), to start the vehicle's engine. Once the vehicle's engine has started, remove the jumper cables in the exact reverse order in which they were connected. STEP 5 Once the engine starts, have the vehicle checked at your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 797
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency CAUTION - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 798
. If the fans are not operating: Stop the engine and call your Toyota dealer. STEP 4 5 After the engine has cooled down sufficiently, check the engine coolant level and inspect the radiator core (radiator) for any leaks. If the engine compartment cover needs to be removed. (→P. 389) STEP 5 Add - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 799
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency Have the vehicle checked at the nearest Toyota dealer as soon as possible. - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 800
from around the stuck tire. Place wood, stones or some other material to help provide traction under the tires. Restart the engine. 4WD models: Activate four-wheel drive lock mode. (→P. 206) Shift the shift lever to the D or R position, release the parking brake and carefully depress the accelerator - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 801
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency NOTICE - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 802
and firmly depress it. Do not pump the brake pedal repeatedly as this will increase the effort required to slow the vehicle. STEP 2 Shift the shift slowing down, stop the vehicle in a safe place by the road. Stop the engine. STEP 4 If the shift lever cannot be shifted to N STEP 3 Keep - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 803
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency STEP 4 Vehicles with a smart key system: Stop the engine by pressing and holding the "ENGINE START STOP" switch for 3 consecutive seconds or more. Press and hold for 3 seconds or more STEP 5 Stop the vehicle in a safe place by the road. CAUTION - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 804
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency 500 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 805
ific a t ions M a int e na nc e dat a (fue l, oil leve l, e t c .) Dimensions and weights 178.7 in. (4540 mm)*1 180.7 in. (4590 mm)*2 180.9 in. (4595 mm)*3 181.1 in. (4600 length Overall width Overall height*6 Wheelbase Front tread Rear tread Vehicle capacity weight (Occupants + luggage) 502 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 806
Rating (Trailer weight + cargo weight) 2.5 L 4-cylinder (2AR-FE) engine 1500 lb. (680 kg) 3.5 L V6 (2GR-FE) engine 2000 lb. (905 kg) 3500 lb. (1585 kg)*8 *1 *2 *3 *4 *5 *6 *7 *8 : Without spare tire : 215/70R16 tires : 225/65R17 tires : 235/55R18 tires : With spare tire cover : Unladen vehicle - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 807
6-1. Specifications Vehicle identification - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 808
6-1. Specifications - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 809
87 (Research Octane Number 91) or higher 15.9 gal. (60 L, 13.2 Imp. gal.) Lubrication system Oil capacity (Drain and refill ⎯ reference*) Without filter 2.5 L 4-cylinder (2AR-FE) engine 4.2 qt. (4.0 L, 3.5 Imp. qt.) 3.5 L V6 (2GR-FE) engine 6.0 qt. (5.7 L, 5.0 Imp. qt.) 2.5 L 4-cylinder (2AR-FE - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 810
0W-20 SAE 5W-20 or 0W-20 engine oil may be used. However, SAE 0W-20 is the best choice for good fuel economy and good starting startability. Oils with a lower value before the W allow for easier starting of the engine in cold weather. ● The 20 in 0W-20 indicates the viscosity characteristic of the - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 811
(2GR-FE) engine SAE 5W-30 SAE 5W-30 is the best choice for good fuel economy and good starting in cold weather. If SAE 5W-30 is not available, SAE 10W-30 oil may be used. However, it should be replaced with SAE 5W-30 at the next oil change. Outside temperature Oil - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 812
6-1. Specifications Cooling system 2.5 L 4-cylinder (2AR-FE) engine 7.2 qt. (6.8 L, 6.0 Imp. qt.) 3.5 L V6 (2GR-FE) engine 9.4 qt. (8.9 L, 7.8 Imp. qt.) 9.8 qt. (9.3 L, 8.2 Imp. qt.)* Use either of the following. • "Toyota Super Long Life Coolant" • Similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based non- - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 813
Electrical system Battery 12.6 ⎯ 12.8 V Fully charged 12.2 ⎯ 12.4 V Half charged 11.8 ⎯ 12.0 V Discharged (*: Voltage is checked 20 minutes after the engine and all the lights are turned off) 5 A max. Open voltage* at 68°F (20°C): Charging rates Rear differential (4WD models) Oil capacity - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 814
6-1. Specifications Transfer (4WD models) Oil capacity Oil type Recommended oil viscosity 0.48 qt. (0.45 L, 0. *1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 110 lbf (490 N, 50 kgf) while the engine is running *2: Parking brake lever travel when pulled up with a force of 45 lbf (200 N, - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 815
) 16 × 6 1/2 J, 17 × 6 1/2 J*1, 17 × 7J*2, 18 × 7 1/2 J 76 ft• lbf (103 N• m, 10.5 kgf• m) Type B Tire size Tire inflation pressure (Recommended cold tire inflation pressure) Wheel size Wheel nut torque P235/55R18 99H Front: 32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm2 or bar) Rear: 32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm2 or - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 816
side marker lights Rear side marker lights Rear turn signal lights Back-up lights License plate lights Vanity lights Interior Front personal base bulbs (amber) Bulb No. 9005 9006 ⎯ 7443 ⎯ 7440 921 168 W 60 51 55 21/5 5 21 16 5 8 8 8 5 Type A B C D D E D D D D F F B: HB4 halogen bulbs D: Wedge base - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 817
rating 87 (Research Octane Number 91) or higher. Use of unleaded gasoline with an octane rating lower than 87 may result in engine knocking. Persistent knocking can lead to engine damage. At minimum, the gasoline you use should meet the specifications of ASTM D4814 in the U.S.A. and CGSB3.5-M93 in - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 818
6-1. Specifications - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 819
6-1. Specifications NOTICE - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 820
Number (TIN) Uniform tire quality grading (→P. 519) (→P. 518) For details, see "Uniform tire quality grading" that follows. Location of treadwear indicators TYPE A tubeless tire does not have a tube and air is directly filled in the tire. A tube type tire has a tube inside the tire and - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 821
and tire identification number (TIN) DOT symbol* Tire Identification (TIN) Number Tire manufacturer's identification mark Tire size code Manufacturer's optional type code (3 or 4 letters) Manufacturing week Manufacturing year *: The DOT symbol certifies that the tire conforms to applicable Federal - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 822
6-1. Specifications Tire size - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 823
Highway Traffic Safety Administration of the U.S. Department of Transportation. It provides the purchasers and/or prospective purchasers of Toyota vehicles with information on uniform tire quality grading. Your Toyota dealer will help answer any questions you may have as you read this information. - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 824
6-1. Specifications - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 825
, and if so equipped, air conditioning and additional weight optional engine The sum of: (a) Curb weight (b) Accessory weight (c) Vehicle capacity weight (d) Production options weight Maximum inflation pressure Recommended inflation pressure Accessory weight Curb weight Maximum loaded vehicle - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 826
of curb weight, accessory weight, and normal occupant weight (distributed in accordance with Table 1* below), and dividing by two Production options weight Rim Rim diameter (Wheel diameter) Rim size designation Rim type designation Rim width Vehicle capacity weight (Total load capacity) Vehicle - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 827
of the rim not covered by the inflated tire The part of the tire that system in which the rim is designed with rim flanges pointed radially inward and the tire is designed to fit on the underside of the rim in a manner that encloses the rim flanges inside the air cavity of the tire A tire designed - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 828
that must always face outward when mounted on a vehicle A tire designated by its which a tire is fitted for physical dimension requirements Any parting at any junction of tread, sidewall, use on passenger cars, multipurpose passenger vehicles, and trucks, that have a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 829
bands That portion of a tire between the tread and bead The parting of the rubber compound from the cord material in the sidewall A tire ASTM F-1805-00, Standard Test Method for Single Wheel Driving Traction in a Straight Line on Snow-and Ice-Covered Surfaces, and which is marked with an Alpine - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 830
of the tread The fixture used to hold the wheel and tire assembly securely during testing *:Table 1 ⎯ Occupant loading and distribution for vehicle normal load for various designated seating capacities Designated seating capacity, Number of occupants 2 through 4 5 through 10 Vehicle normal load - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 831
by your Toyota dealer. Some function settings are changed simultaneously with other functions being customized. Contact your Toyota dealer. Item Function Smart key system Default setting On On On On Driver's door unlocked in one step, all doors unlocked in two steps Customized setting Off - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 832
setting On On Driver's door unlocked in one step, all doors unlocked in two steps Level 3 Customized setting Off Off Unlocking using a key All doors unlocked in one step Level 1 to 5 0 second Automatic light control system (→P. 170) Lights (→P. 170) Light sensor sensitivity Time elapsed before - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 833
6-2. Customization Item Seat belt reminder (→P. 456) Function Vehicle speed linked seat belt reminder buzzer Default setting Customized setting Off On 530 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 834
must be initialized for normal system operation in cases such as after the battery is reconnected, or maintenance is performed on the vehicle. Item Power window Moon roof (if equipped) Maintenance data (U.S.A. only) When to initialize After reconnecting or changing the battery After reconnecting - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 835
6-3. Initialization 532 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 836
, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. To contact NHTSA, you may - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 837
ow ners (in French) The following is a French explanation of seat belt instructions extracted from the seat belt section in this manual. See the seat belt section for more detailed seat belt instructions in English. Utilisation correcte des ceintures de sécurité ● Tendez la sangle diagonale - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 838
ATTENTION - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 839
for Canadian ow ners (in French) The following is a French explanation of SRS airbag instructions extracted from the SRS airbag section in this manual. See the SRS airbag section for more detailed SRS airbag instructions in English. Sacs de sécurité gonflables frontaux Sac de sécurité gonflable - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 840
Sacs de sécurité gonflables latéraux et rideau Sacs de sécurité gonflables latéraux Participent - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 841
de sacs de sécurité gonflables frontaux Contacteur de boucle de ceinture de sécurité passager avant Capteurs de sacs de sécurité gonflables rideau Témoins "AIR BAG ON" et "AIR BAG OFF" Voyant SRS Sac de sécurité gonflable conducteur Capteur de la position du siège conducteur Contacteur de boucle de - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 842
Votre véhicule est équipé de ADVANCED AIRBAGS conçus selon les normes de sécurité américaines applicables aux véhicules - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 843
ATTENTION - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 844
ATTENTION - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 845
ATTENTION - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 846
ATTENTION - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 847
ATTENTION - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 848
ATTENTION - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 849
Abbreviat ion/Ac ronym list ABBREVIATIONS 2WD 4WD A/C ABS ACC ALR AUTO LSD AVG CRS DAC DISP ECU EDR ELR EPS GAWR GCWR GVWR I/M LATCH LED MMT M+S MTBE OBD RFT SRS 548 MEANING 2 Wheel Drive 4 Wheel Drive Air Conditioning Anti-lock Brake System Accessory Automatic Locking Retractor Automatic Limited - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 850
Abbreviation list ABBREVIATIONS TIN TPMS TRAC TWR VIN VSC MEANING Tire Identification Number Tire Pressure Warning System Traction Control Trailer Weight Rating Vehicle Identification Number Vehicle Stability Control 549 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 851
engine coolant temperature gauge enters the red zone P. 494 If your vehicle overheats Steam can be seen coming from under the hood The key is lost P. 488 If you lose your keys The battery runs out P. 491 If the battery is discharged The doors cannot be locked P. 44 P. 48 Side doors Back door - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 852
What to do if... - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 853
What to do if... "ABS" warning light or P. 455 Tire pressure warning light P. 456 Smart key system warning light P. 460 Slip indicator light P. 455 Cruise control indicator P. 455 light* *: The light flashes to indicate a malfunction. 563 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 | Owners Manual - Page 854
pressure P. 512 Fuel tank capacity (Reference) Fuel type 15.9 gal. (60 L, 13.2 Imp. gal.) Unleaded gasoline with an Octane Rating of 87 (Research Octane Number 91) or higher Cold tire inflation pressure Engine oil capacity (Drain and refill ⎯ reference) P. 512 P. 506 Toyota Genuine Motor Oil or