Toyota RAV4: Opening the fuel tank cap - Refueling - Before driving - Toyota RAV4 Owner's ManualToyota RAV4: Opening the fuel tank cap

Perform the following steps to open the fuel tank cap.

■ Before refueling the vehicle

Vehicles without smart key system
Turn the engine switch to the “LOCK” position and ensure that all the doors and windows are closed.

Vehicles with smart key system
Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch OFF and ensure that all the doors and windows are closed.

■ Opening the fuel tank cap

Pull up the fuel filler door

Pull up the fuel filler door opener.

Turn the fuel tank cap slowly

Turn the fuel tank cap slowly to open.

Hang the fuel tank cap on the

Hang the fuel tank cap on the back of the fuel filler door.

    Refueling
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    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. ■Fuel types Use unleaded gaso ...

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