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2013–2026 Toyota RAV4 FAQ
Can I push-start the hybrid system?
What should I do if READY does not appear after jump starting?
2026
If the READY indicator does not come on after jump starting, contact your Toyota dealer.
Page 584 in the 2026 manual →What should I do if I see an unrecognized new-key message?
2026
If you did not register a new key, ask your Toyota dealer to check whether an unknown key was registered.
Page 118 in the 2026 manual →What does “Key Battery Low Replace Key Battery” mean?
2026
It means the electronic key battery is low; replace it, with replacement by a Toyota dealer recommended because the key may be damaged.
Page 117 in the 2026 manual →2019–2025
If “Key Battery Low Replace Key Battery” appears, replace the electronic key battery; Toyota recommends dealer replacement because the key may be damaged.
Page 115 in the 2025 manual →How often should I perform maintenance on my RAV4?
2026
Perform general maintenance daily and scheduled maintenance at the specified intervals in the maintenance schedule.
Page 492 in the 2026 manual →2013–2018
Perform general maintenance daily, and complete scheduled maintenance at the specified intervals in the maintenance schedule.
Regular checks are the owner's responsibility, and you may perform some maintenance yourself, although this may affect warranty coverage.
Page 546 in the 2018 manual →What should I know before replacing the spark plugs?
2026
Use only iridium-tipped DENSO FC16HR-Q8 spark plugs with a 0.031 in. (0.8 mm) gap, and do not adjust the gap.
Page 599 in the 2026 manual →2013–2018
Use DENSO SK16HR11 iridium-tipped spark plugs, and do not adjust their 0.043-inch (1.1 mm) gap.
Page 676 in the 2018 manual →What should I do if “Headlight System Malfunction Visit Your Dealer” appears?
2026
Have your Toyota dealer inspect the vehicle because the system may have a malfunction.
Page 247 in the 2026 manual →How do I turn on the high beams?
2026
After turning on the headlights, move the lever away from you; it returns when released.
Page 247 in the 2026 manual →What should I do if airflow from the vents drops sharply?
2026
The filter may be clogged, so check it and replace it if necessary.
Page 527 in the 2026 manual →2019–2025
Inspect and replace the air conditioning filter according to the maintenance schedule; dusty areas or heavy traffic may require earlier replacement.
Page 419 in the 2025 manual →What should I check if the malfunction indicator lamp comes on while driving?
2026
Check whether the fuel tank is empty or the fuel tank cap is loose, then refuel or tighten the cap securely.
The light may turn off after several driving trips; if it remains on, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible.
Page 559 in the 2026 manual →2019–2025
A yellow light means power-steering assist is restricted, while a red light means assist is lost and steering becomes extremely heavy.
If steering becomes heavier than usual, hold the wheel firmly and operate it with more force than usual.
Page 456 in the 2025 manual →2013–2018
The light may come on when battery charge is insufficient or voltage temporarily drops, and the steering wheel may become extremely heavy.
If steering becomes heavier than usual, hold the wheel firmly and operate it using more force than usual.
Page 624 in the 2018 manual →Why did the malfunction indicator lamp illuminate after refueling?
2019–2025
The malfunction indicator lamp may illuminate erroneously if you repeatedly refuel when the fuel tank is nearly full.
Page 231 in the 2025 manual →What happens if I use the wrong automatic transmission fluid?
2019–2025
Use Toyota Genuine ATF WS; another fluid may cause abnormal noise or vibration or damage the transmission.
Page 498 in the 2025 manual →Can I press my key buttons while riding in an aircraft?
2019–2025
Do not press key buttons inside an aircraft, and keep the key packed so buttons cannot be pressed accidentally because radio waves may interfere with aircraft operation.
Page 114 in the 2025 manual →What should I do if the Headlight System Malfunction message appears?
2019–2025
The system may be malfunctioning, so have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
Page 221 in the 2025 manual →How do I turn the high beams on and off manually?
2019–2025
After the headlights are on, push the lever away from you to activate the high beams.
To switch them off, pull the lever toward you to the center position; pull and release it to flash once.
Page 222 in the 2025 manual →How do I remove the mechanical key from the electronic key?
2013–2018
Push the release button and pull out the mechanical key; store and carry it with the electronic key because it is needed if the battery is depleted or entry fails.
Page 99 in the 2018 manual →What should I do if I lose a key?
2013–2018
If you lose a key, a Toyota dealer can make a genuine replacement using the remaining key and key number plate; keep the plate outside the vehicle.
Page 100 in the 2018 manual →How do I flash the high beams?
2013–2018
To flash the high beams once, pull the lever toward you and let go; the headlights may be on or off.
Page 217 in the 2018 manual →How do I turn the high beams on and off?
2013–2018
With the headlights on, push the lever away to turn on the high beams, or pull it toward the center to turn them off.
Page 217 in the 2018 manual →Toyota RAV4 complaints to NHTSA
Complaints that owners filed with NHTSA for each model year. They are unverified reports and are not adjusted for how many vehicles were sold.
| Year | Complaints | Crashes / fires / injuries | Most reported areas |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0 | 0 / 0 / 0 | None reported |
| 2025 | 87 | 7 / 0 / 7 | Unknown or other (23), Electrical system (15), Engine (13) |
| 2024 | 174 | 28 / 0 / 21 | Unknown or other (49), Engine (38), Electrical system (32) |
| 2023 | 157 | 19 / 1 / 15 | Unknown or other (42), Electrical system (41), Steering (27) |
| 2022 | 145 | 14 / 0 / 12 | Electrical system (38), Unknown or other (36), Engine (27) |
| 2020 | 635 | 17 / 5 / 14 | Engine (180), Unknown or other (121), Electrical system (119) |
| 2019 | 879 | 25 / 2 / 21 | Fuel/propulsion system (255), Engine (206), Unknown or other (169) |
| 2018 | 331 | 31 / 32 / 18 | Electrical system (129), Unknown or other (69), Engine (32) |
| 2017 | 307 | 33 / 24 / 28 | Electrical system (108), Unknown or other (62), Service brakes (38) |
| 2016 | 239 | 33 / 12 / 27 | Electrical system (58), Service brakes (46), Unknown or other (33) |
| 2015 | 304 | 37 / 41 / 30 | Electrical system (85), Unknown or other (60), Steering (46) |
| 2014 | 197 | 20 / 25 / 22 | Electrical system (69), Unknown or other (45), Engine (31) |
| 2013 | 256 | 22 / 29 / 15 | Electrical system (74), Unknown or other (40), Engine (29) |
| 2012 | 266 | 39 / 4 / 23 | Visibility/wiper (54), Vehicle speed control (50), Service brakes (39) |
| 2011 | 287 | 44 / 8 / 20 | Vehicle speed control (69), Visibility/wiper (48), Service brakes (48) |
| 2010 | 400 | 57 / 3 / 27 | Suspension (101), Vehicle speed control (83), Power train (38) |
| 2009 | 327 | 52 / 3 / 16 | Vehicle speed control (99), Suspension (55), Service brakes (31) |
| 2008 | 575 | 42 / 16 / 32 | Engine (137), Vehicle speed control (92), Suspension (81) |
| 2007 | 1,003 | 53 / 37 / 41 | Steering (271), Engine (195), Suspension (125) |
| 2006 | 704 | 26 / 5 / 10 | Steering (230), Engine (109), Vehicle speed control (74) |
| 2005 | 141 | 22 / 2 / 13 | Air bags (59), Vehicle speed control (13), Unknown or other (11) |
| 2004 | 154 | 16 / 4 / 15 | Air bags (47), Power train (23), Vehicle speed control (20) |
| 2003 | 326 | 19 / 4 / 9 | Power train (213), Electrical system (42), Vehicle speed control (32) |
| 2002 | 555 | 39 / 15 / 50 | Power train (381), Electrical system (93), Engine and engine cooling (42) |
| 2001 | 314 | 19 / 2 / 12 | Power train (190), Electrical system (60), Engine and engine cooling (29) |
| 2000 | 40 | 6 / 0 / 4 | Vehicle speed control (7), Power train (5), Engine and engine cooling (5) |
| 1999 | 64 | 14 / 5 / 14 | Air bags (14), Vehicle speed control (14), Electrical system (7) |
| 1998 | 85 | 20 / 0 / 12 | Service brakes (19), Hydraulic (17), Air bags (14) |
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All Toyota RAV4 manuals
| Year | Generation | Pages | File |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2026 | 709 pages | 14.3 MB |
| 2025 | 2019–2025 | 586 pages | 17.8 MB |
| 2024 | 2019–2025 | 576 pages | 18.8 MB |
| 2023 | 2019–2025 | 748 pages | 21.7 MB |
| 2022 | 2019–2025 | 616 pages | 16.6 MB |
| 2020 | 2019–2025 | 736 pages | 21.5 MB |
| 2019 | 2019–2025 | 728 pages | 19.7 MB |
| 2018 | 2013–2018 | 744 pages | 12.9 MB |
| 2017 | 2013–2018 | 741 pages | 12.9 MB |
| 2016 | 2013–2018 | 741 pages | 13.0 MB |
| 2015 | 2013–2018 | 732 pages | 11.3 MB |
| 2014 | 2013–2018 | 732 pages | 10.4 MB |
| 2013 | 2013–2018 | 624 pages | 8.6 MB |
| 2012 | 2009–2012 | 564 pages | 8.1 MB |
| 2011 | 2009–2012 | 536 pages | 7.9 MB |
| 2010 | 2009–2012 | 513 pages | 7.6 MB |
| 2009 | 2009–2012 | 516 pages | 8.2 MB |
| 2008 | 1998–2008 | 466 pages | 8.4 MB |
| 2007 | 1998–2008 | 448 pages | 8.3 MB |
| 2006 | 1998–2008 | 428 pages | 8.1 MB |
| 2005 | 1998–2008 | 332 pages | 3.3 MB |
| 2004 | 1998–2008 | 332 pages | 6.3 MB |
| 2003 | 1998–2008 | 271 pages | 5.4 MB |
| 2002 | 1998–2008 | 283 pages | 5.5 MB |
| 2001 | 1998–2008 | 265 pages | 2.8 MB |
| 2000 | 1998–2008 | 250 pages | 4.2 MB |
| 2000 EV | 2000 | 219 pages | 3.5 MB |
| 1999 | 1998–2008 | 226 pages | 4.1 MB |
| 1998 | 1998–2008 | 224 pages | 4.1 MB |
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