You can reset or initialize the tire pressure warning system (TPWS) on the Toyota RAV4. Doing so registers the current tire pressure as a normal measurement for the system. Here’s how it’s done.
Toyota RAV4: How to Reset ‘Maintenance Required’ Oil Light
The “Maintenance Required” or “Maint Reqd” light will illuminate every 5,000 miles to remind you that you need to change the oil in your Toyota RAV4. Once serviced, you can perform an oil reset using these steps.
[Read more…] about Toyota RAV4: How to Reset ‘Maintenance Required’ Oil Light
Toyota Corolla: Set Child Safety Locks
The child safety lock feature on the Toyota Corolla prevents the rear doors from being opened from the inside. You can turn this feature off or on with these steps.
Toyota/Lexus “VSC Off” & “Check Engine” Lights On
A common problem with Toyota and Lexus vehicles is the owner may find the “VSC OFF” and “Check Engine” lights illuminated simultaneously. What is the meaning of this?
[Read more…] about Toyota/Lexus “VSC Off” & “Check Engine” Lights On
Toyota RAV4: How To Set Clock
Setting the clock in your Toyota RAV4 is required after disconnecting the battery, and for some models, if you travel to a different time zone. Use these steps to change the time.
Toyota RAV4: Enable/Disable TRAC/VSC/Trailer Sway Control
If your Toyota RAV4 is stuck in snow or mud, you may need to disable the TRAC/VSC/Trailer Sway Control systems so that all wheels spin at the same rate. You can turn off this system with these steps.
[Read more…] about Toyota RAV4: Enable/Disable TRAC/VSC/Trailer Sway Control
Toyota RAV4: About All Wheel Drive ‘Lock’ Button
Toyota RAV4 owners may wonder how to put their vehicles into all wheel drive (AWD). Some may also wonder what the “Lock” button on their dashboard does. Well, the “Lock” button is actually used to switch the RAV4 to all wheel drive. Here’s how it works. [Read more…] about Toyota RAV4: About All Wheel Drive ‘Lock’ Button
Toyota RAV4: Reset Moon/Sun Roof
Sometimes the moon or sun roof on the Toyota RAV4 might malfunction and get stuck where it does not close properly. You can reset or initialize the moon roof to fix the problem using these steps.
Toyota RAV4: Replace Cabin Air Filter
The cabin air or air conditioning filter must be changed regularly for the cleanest air and to maintain air conditioner efficiency. Replace the cabin air filter in the Toyota RAV4 with these steps.