1998 Toyota RAV4 Owners Manual - Page 12

'98 Rav4U Quarter window (2- door hardtop) Back door (hardtop) and tail gate (soft- top) CAUTION D Keep the back door (hardtop) or tail gate (soft- top) closed while driving. This not only keeps the luggage from being thrown out but also prevents exhaust gases from entering the vehicle. D If the open back door (hardtop) or tail gate (soft- top) hides the rear stop and tail lights or rear turn signal lights while you are parked, other road users must be warned of the presence of your vehicle by a warning triangle or other device. To open the quarter window, pull the latch handle toward you and swing it fully out. When closing the window, make sure it is completely closed. LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH KEY Insert the key into the keyhole and turn it. To lock: Turn the key counterclockwise. To unlock: Turn the key clockwise. When closing the back door (hardtop) or tail gate (soft- top), make sure it is fully closed. See "Luggage stowage precautions" in Part 2 for precautions to observe in loading luggage. CAUTION When the quarter windows opened, observe the following: are D Depending on driving conditions, e.g. driving the vehicle with the front windows slightly open, you may smell exhaust fumes in the vehicle. If so, close the quarter windows. 12