2006 Toyota RAV4 Owners Manual - Page 300

'06 Rav4_U (L/O 0601) Brake pad wear limit indicators For an explanation of this system's warning light, see "Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers" on page 127 in Section 1- 6. Electric power steering system The electric power steering system, using an electric motor, assists the turning of the steering wheel. In the following cases, you may feel the steering becomes heavy. However, the electric power steering system warning light does not come on. (Because it is not a malfunction.) D When maneuvering or turning frequently over a long time The power steering effect will be reduced to prevent the system from overheating. Avoid turning the steering wheel, or stop the vehicle and turn the ignition key to "ACC" or "LOCK". The system will become cool in about 10 minutes. The brake pad wear limit indicators on your disc brakes give a warning noise when the brake pads are worn to where replacement is required. If you hear a squealing or scraping noise while driving, have the brake pads checked and replaced by your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. Expensive rotor damage can result if the pads are not replaced when necessary. NOTICE Frequent maneuvering and turning over a long time may cause damage to the system in which the mechanism prevents overheating of the electric power steering system. 287 2005 RAV4 from Jan. '06 Prod. (OM42620U)