Toyota RAV4: Cargo and luggage
Take notice of the following information about storage precautions, cargo capacity and load.
● Stow cargo and luggage in the luggage compartment whenever
possible. Be sure all items are secured in place.
● Be careful to keep the vehicle level. Placing the weight as far forward
as possible helps maintain vehicle balance.
● For better fuel economy, do not carry unnecessary weight.
■ Roof luggage carrier (if equipped)
1 Roof rails
2 Cross rails
Off-road driving
When driving your vehicle off-road, please observe the following precautions
to ensure your driving enjoyment and to help prevent the
closure of areas to off-road vehicles.
● Drive your veh ...
Adjusting the cross rail positions
Turn the knobs counterclockwise
to release the cross rails.
Slide the cross rails to the appropriate
position for loading luggage
and turn the knobs
clockwise to tighten the cross
rails secu ...
See also:
What to Add
Use only new DOT 3 brake fluid from a sealed container. See Recommended Fluids
and Lubricants on page 11‑12.
Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before
re ...
Positive Retention Floor Mat
WARNING: Always use
floor mats that are designed
to fit the foot well of your vehicle.
Only use floor mats that leave the
pedal area unobstructed. Only use
floor mats that are firmly secured ...
Starting the Engine
1. Apply the parking brake.
2. In cold weather, turn off all
electrical accessories to reduce
the drain on the battery.
3. Make sure the shift lever is in
Park. Press on the brake pedal.
4. W ...
