Toyota RAV4: Parking brake - When driving - Toyota RAV4 Owner's ManualToyota RAV4: Parking brake

1 Sets the parking brake

1 Sets the parking brake
Fully apply the parking brake while depressing the brake pedal.

2 Releases the parking brake
Slightly raise the lever and lower it completely while pressing the button.

■Usage in winter time

See “Winter driving tips” for parking brake usage in winter time.

NOTICE
■Before driving
Fully release the parking brake. Driving the vehicle with the parking brake set will lead to brake components overheating, which may affect braking performance and increase brake wear.

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 ...

Horn
To sound the horn, press on or close to the mark. ■After adjusting the steering wheel Make sure that the steering wheel is securely locked. The horn may not sound if the steering wheel is ...

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