Toyota RAV4 Questions & Answers (page 3 of 5)

in the back seat u have three anchor points, just look at the back side it back seat where u will see black color box type mark and if u remove u will see the points where u can tie the seat. if you still can not, u can refer manual and find it. its easy

I love the cruiser honestly... if it didnt have the oil problem it'd be perfect

The only times my alarm has gone off is when the I had the door locked and then put an item through the part open window; and another occasion when the sun shield fell off the windscreen. High wind gusts or a passer-by bumping the car triggers some car alarms. If this is an ongoing problem I suggest you contact your local Toyota dealer - they will likely provide free advice. [In NSW (Australia) Fair Trading legislation probably means you can reasonably request free support.]

Hmm, good question. I've looked and in my 2015 model the Isofix anchor points are incorporated in the back to the rear seats - each of the 3 with a plastic cover high in the back of the seat. Maybe that's where they're 'hiding' in the 2010 model - I know they've been compulsory in Aust for years.

Possibly something is loose in the engin bay. Call a mechanic could be a simple fix hopefully

I recommend you get professional help from a qualified mechanic - it may well be a major safety issue and regardless vibration is likely to cause further damage...

Hello Themillers

The Rav4 is a amazing car and yes i have none them all to be greedy on oil.
this being the only downfall i would say you still have a brilliant car.

If it's the diesel, it's a boat anchor, they've been rebuilding them in the UK since 2007, it's Toyota's worst diesel engine, unload it before it seizes.

Yes I have the same problem with my RAV4 gxl diesel 2013

Hello Cookie

From memory there was no bluetooth but i am sure you can install one with minimum issue or some might have them as extras.
340000 KS is not high considering its a 2004 model so that's good for a 12 year old car.
The Rav4 is fantastic and reliable however both of mine were brought brand new so i new how they were treated.
I am bad and i normally serviced them once a year or 2 years and they were perfect even then all i had to watch was oil. i always new once that oil light came up i had to top it up.
I would say its a good car, Brilliant even, However if you are looking at buying a second hand car there will always be a risk of things breaking, the car is 12 years old and its been treated goodness knows.
i would say if it kicks over with no funny noise or struggle
changes gears without odd noises
and drives silently then it should be a good buy.
Just be sure to check under the vehicle and the exhaust for holes / rust. lets face it they were fun to take on the beach.
good luck.

We have driven on the dirt road that passes Bald Rock near Stanthorpe. This road was flat and wide and well maintained and has several sweeping corners.. The driver was doing 100 km/h and we had very light rain for a while.
The only issue was suspension noise when we hit a brief rough patch. The car easily dealt with the corners and the ride was smooth, but so was the road, it was not a potholed track.We covered a few kms of dirt road in safety. The next day we had dirt on the back of the car but you have the rear window wiper.

I'm not sure made. The best way is check the prices of as many as similar conditions cars as at sites like Gumtree as well as at dealers.

I'm not sure made. The best way is check the prices of as many as similar conditions cars as at sites like Gumtree as well as at dealers.

I have one for sale due to upgrade. Its a 2008 model but released in 2009. Fabulous condition as mostly driven only around Canberra and few times to sydney. Never had problems with it. Very well lookin after by a friend mechanic who works at Toyota. The owner is a lady and never had an accident except from a kangaroo which slightly damaged the left front door but fixed immediately by insurance. Looking to get 16,000 or nearest offer. You can reach me thru my mobile 0451100649 if interested. Text message first please as i maybe at work. Thanks

Hi Mini,

I am not sure. As for me, I am done with all Toyota!

Hi Ali,

I reckon it should work on any Android device with Bluetooth capability, mine is Samsung and it works OK.

Thank you MMalty for your answer. Unfortunately my Android phone is not compatible. It is a ZTE t80. I know Samsung is compatible, but each model of phone varies as to how compatible (IE some functions do not work when used with the car) Could you please tell me what model your Samsung is? Thank you.

Hi MarD, I have kids myself but haven't tried it or seen it so far.

Hi kenny, I am not sure.

Hi Paul, I am keen.

We might need a few more, but it's a start, I've sold mine at a loss, but it would be good to see if we've got a case, email me off line to discuss further and share experiences.

Folks, To win a case in court, you need evidence not opinion, so if the car has gone, the only evidence you can provide is written, if you still have it and it's from an "expert" who can be examined in court. I am not a legal expert, I watch a lot of TV.

I'm not sure what you are referring too. the Rv 4 is two wheel drive until the all wheel drive button is activated to engage the all wheel drive, please note the Rav 4 is not a four wheel drive SUV. i hope this is what you are asking, if not just rephrase your question. :)

The Rav4 AWD versions will generally run as a front wheel drive. I believe it will run AWD when moving off but cuts back to FWD when going, and, there is no slippage detected by Traction control. The rear wheel drive is controlled by a 'clutch' mounted just in front of the rear differential that brings in the rear wheels when needed.
You can lock the rear wheels in by a switch on the dash but it will cut out at 50?kph

To tell you the truth. i have no idea. the 2015 Rav 4 i bought is my first Toyota, have to see of it lives up to the HYPE.

Not sure because I have a 2013 model.

I'm afraid i can't help you, my rav is a 2014/15 and have only 7500 k's on the clock. :)

It's over the odds, but not by a lot. Have a look at the service log book; has it been serviced at country garages? If so, chances are most of those kilometres are highway kays, which is fine. If it's mostly city driving, that's not so good. All that stopping and starting puts a lot of strain on the drivetrain. Having said that, I bought a 7 year old Camry with 175,000 km and got rid of it recently at 16 years / 460,000 km and nothing much had ever gone wrong with it. It's still going (I passed it on to a friend). That's a common story with Toyotas.

I know I'm 4 years late, but anyone relying on log books is asking for trouble, as they are easily tampered with and falsified. For $10 I can get a stamp made, that looks genuine and use it to stamp the missed service dates.
Judge Judy and Meriam (Peoples Court) always give the best advice: "BEFORE buying have a qualified mechanic inspect it and give you a written report".

I am sorry but it is highly unlikely that you could get seven seats in a RAV4 because it was never designed for that. On top of a space issue is weight distribution. Look in the back, there are no anchor points and no seat belts either. You may have to up size to a Prado.

Cops may have issues when you ride out first time with a full load. Talk to the Toyota dealer and after he stops laughing, take his advice.

Several things could cause vibration while driving, unbalanced wheels, faulty tires, bent clutch plate, loose universal joint, cheap tires, it's just a process of elimination. As far as the steering wheel goes, it all depends on the electronics and whether they are transferable from one to the other.