Toyota RAV4: Air conditioning filter
The air conditioning filter must be changed regularly to maintain air conditioning efficiency.
■ Removal method
1 Vehicles without smart key system: Turn the engine switch off.
Vehicles with smart key system: Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch off.
Open the glove box. Slide off the damper.
Push in each side of the glove box to disconnect the claws.
Remove the filter cover.
■ Replacement method
Remove the air conditioning filter and replace it with a new one. The “UP↑” marks shown on the filter should be pointing up.
■Checking interval
Inspect and replace the air conditioning filter according to the maintenance schedule. In dusty areas or areas with heavy traffic flow, early replacement may be required. (For scheduled maintenance information, please refer to the “Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement”.)
■If air flow from the vents decreases dramatically
The filter may be clogged. Check the filter and replace it if necessary.
NOTICE
■When using the air conditioning system
Make sure that a filter is always installed.
Using the air conditioning system without a filter may cause damage to the
system.
Wheels
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.
■ Wheel selection
When replacing w ...
Key battery
Replace the battery with a new one if it is discharged.
■ You will need the following items:
● Flathead screwdriver (To prevent damage to the key, cover
the tip of the screwdriver with ...
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Drive sensibly – save fuel
Observe the following tips to save fuel:
The tires should always be inflated to the recommended tire pressure.
Remove unnecessary loads.
Remove roof racks when they are not needed.
Warm up t ...
Parking brake
Apply the parking brake whenever
the vehicle is parked. To set the
parking brake, press the parking
brake pedal down until the pedal
stops.
The BRAKE warning lamp in the
instrument cluster ill ...
Type B audio set (if equipped)
Type B audio set (if equipped)
The audio set will operate only when the
ignition switch is in the “Acc” or “ON”
position.
- Power and audio controls: refer to page
- Radio operation: ...
