Toyota RAV4: Emergency towing
If a tow truck is not available, in an emergency your vehicle may be temporarily towed using a cable or chain secured to the emergency towing eyelet. This should only be attempted on hard surfaced roads for short distances at low speeds. A driver must be in the vehicle to steer and operate the brakes. The vehicle’s wheels, drive train, axles, steering and brakes must be in good condition.
Towing eyelet
Before towing
The following may indicate a problem with your transmission. Contact
your Toyota dealer before towing.
● The engine is running, but the vehicle will not move.
● The vehicle makes an a ...
Installing towing eyelet
Remove the eyelet cover using a
flathead screwdriver.
To protect the bodywork, place a
rag between the screwdriver and
the vehicle body, as shown in the
illustration.
Insert the towing eyele ...
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Electric window control
The electric windows can only be operated with the ignition switch in the “ON”
position.
WARNING:
● Before operating the electric window control, make sure that nothing is capable
of ...
Coat Hooks (if equipped)
Coat Hooks (if
equipped)
You can hang clothing on the coat hooks. These hooks are not designed for large
or heavy items.
WARNING: If your vehicle is equipped
with side curtain air bags, do n ...
General information
Noise from under the vehicle
NOTE
You may hear a noise from under the
vehicle approximately 5 hours after the
engine is turned off. However, this does
not indicate a malfunction. This noise
...
