When trouble arises

If you think something is wrong

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If you notice any of the following symptoms, your vehicle probably needs adjustment or repair. Contact your toyota dealer as soon as possible. Visible symptoms
  • Fluid leaks under the vehicle (water dripping from the air conditioning after use is normal.)
  • Flat-looking tires or uneven tire wear
  • High engine coolant temperature warning light comes on
Audible symptoms
  • Changes in exhaust sound
  • Excessive tire squeal when cornering
  • Strange noises related to the suspension system
  • Pinging or other noises related to the engine
Operational symptoms
  • Engine missing, stumbling or running roughly
  • Appreciable loss of power
  • Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when braking
  • Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when driving on a level road
  • Loss of brake effectiveness, spongy feeling, pedal almost touches the floor

Test yourself

A quick Toyota RAV4 quiz: every answer comes with an explanation and a link to the manual page.