2002 Toyota RAV4 Owners Manual - Page 22

Before starting the traction motor 1. Check the area around the vehicle before entering it. 2. Adjust seat position, seatback angle and head restraint height. 3. Adjust the inside and outside rear view mirrors. 4. Lock all the doors. 5. Fasten seat belts. When you get in a vehicle, check whether the "READY" light is on or not. Because the electric vehicle does not produce any noise or vibration when the vehicle is ready to start with the "READY" light on, be careful not to start the vehicle abruptly by depressing the accelerator pedal inadvertently. Motor switch with steering lock If you leave the key in the "ACC" or "LOCK" position and open the side door, a buzzer will remind you to remove the key. "LOCK"-Traction motor is off and the steering wheel is locked. The key can be removed only at this position. "START"-Traction motor is ready to run. The key will return to the "ON" position when released. Hold the motor switch at this position until the "READY" light comes on and a beep sounds. "ON"-Traction motor starts to run when the accelerator pedal is depressed with the "READY" light on, and all accessories on. This is the normal driving position. "ACC"-Accessories such as the radio operate, but the traction motor is off. 14