Toyota RAV4: Automatic transmission
Select a shift position appropriate for the driving conditions.
■ Shifting the shift lever
4-speed models
5-speed models
Vehicles without smart key system:
While the engine switch is in the “ON” position, depress the brake pedal and move the shift lever. Vehicles with smart key system:
While the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in IGNITION ON mode, depress the brake pedal and move the shift lever.
■ Shift position uses
*: Shifting to the D position allows the system to select a gear suitable for the driving conditions. Setting the shift lever to the D position is recommended for normal driving.
■Downshifting restrictions
The shift lever cannot be downshifted if the following speeds are exceeded. 4-speed models (2WD)
mph (km/h)
4-speed models (4WD)
mph (km/h)
5-speed models
mph (km/h)
■When driving with cruise control activated
4-speed models
Even when performing the following actions with the intent of enabling engine braking, engine braking will not activate while downshifting to 3 because cruise control will not be canceled.
5-speed models
Even when performing the following actions with the intent of enabling engine braking, engine braking will not activate while downshifting to 4 because cruise control will not be canceled.
■If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P
Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles without smart key system)
■ Starting the engine
1 Check that the parking brake is set.
2 Check that the shift lever is set in P.
3 Sit in the driver’s seat and firmly depress the brake pedal.
4 Turn the engine swit ...
Turn signal lever
1 Right turn
2 Left turn
3 Move and hold the lever
partway to signal a lane
change.
The right hand signal will flash
until you release the lever.
4 Move and hold the lever
partway to signal ...
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Driving on grades
- Before going down a steep hill, slow
down and shift into lower gear (if necessary,
use 1st gear) in order to utilize the
engine braking effect and prevent overheating
of your vehicle’s bra ...
Using the Bluetooth® audio/phone for the first time
Before using the Bluetooth® audio/phone, it is necessary to register a
Bluetooth® device in the system. Follow the procedure below to register
(pair) a device:
1 Press and select “Bluetooth” ...
