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Toyota RAV4 FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

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Section Contents

• News Headers
• Table of Contents
• 0.0) Disclaimer
• 1.0) Finding Out About the RAV4
• 1.1) What's So Great About the RAV4?
• 1.2) Online Sources
• 1.2.1) World Wide Web
• 1.2.2) RAV4 Mailing Lists
• 1.2.3) Usenet Newsgroups
• 1.3) Phone Numbers
• 1.4) Toyota-Supplied Information
• 1.5) What does "RAV4" stand for?
• 2.0) Buying a RAV4
• 2.1) Pricing
• 2.2) Dealer Information
• 2.2.1) How do I find a dealer in my area?
• 2.2.2) What about a buying service?
• 2.3) Miscellaneous Questions
• 2.3.1) Any good general sources of information for new owners?
• 2.3.2) What does the VIN mean?
• 2.3.3) Is the RAV4 safe?
• 2.3.4) Can I order a RAV4 with only the options I want?
• 2.3.5) Where do I get one of those cute little paper RAV4 models?
• 2.3.6) What's new about the 2001 models?
• 2.4) How does the RAV4 compare to the competition?
• 3.0) Keeping Your RAV4 Happy
• 3.1) General
• 3.1.1) How do I "break in" my new RAV4?
• 3.1.2) When should I change the oil the first time, and what kind should I use?
• 3.1.3) How does the Four Wheel Drive (4WD) system work?
• 3.1.4) What should I expect when Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS) engage?
• 3.1.5) How can I keep from getting a shock when I exit my RAV4?
• 3.1.6) What should the fuel economy (Miles per Gallon) be?
• 3.1.7) What kind of fuel should I use?
• 3.1.8) How much gas can I put in my RAV?
• 3.1.9) Is my Fuel Gauge Inaccurate?
• 3.1.10) Is brake noise normal?
• 3.1.11) What size are the tires?
• 3.1.12) At what pressure should I keep the tires?
• 3.1.13) What should I buy to replace my worn tires?
• 3.1.14) Why doesn't my factory jack lift the vehicle off the ground?
• 3.1.15) What are the ECT and OD buttons on my automatic transmission for?
• 3.1.16) Why does the A/C come on when I use the defroster?
• 3.2) Maintenance and Modifications
• 3.2.1) What kind of parts can I get to modify my RAV4?
• 3.2.2) What is a K&N filter and what will it do for my RAV4?
• 3.2.3) Should I use an oil additive, like Slick 50?
• 3.2.4) Why is my gas pedal sticking?
• 3.2.5) How do I change my front brake pads?
• 3.2.6) How can I improve the stereo in my RAV4?
• 3.2.7) What size speakers does the RAV4 take?
• 3.2.8) Can I remove the rear seats to make more room?
• 3.2.9) How can I carry bikes with my RAV4?
• 3.2.10) Why won't my dual sunroof RAV4 2DR rear sunroof stay open?
• 3.2.11) Can I disable the passenger's side airbag?
• 3.2.12) Can I add a remote to my RS3000 security system?
• 3.2.13) What should I use to wash & wax my RAV4?
• 3.2.14) How can I touch up scratches/chips on my RAV4?
• 3.2.15) How do I get Wax off the Cladding?
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