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Do you mean because of the speed limit or because of the 'break in period'?
Obviously obey the speed limits. But there no longer is any speed limitation during the break in 1000 mi. It only says dont tow anything for the first several hundred mi and don't race and don't baby it. Just drive normally.
THANK YOU FOR THE V6 4X4 MILEAGE REPORT. MY GUESS IS YOUR MILEAGE IS THE SAME AS THE 4 CYLINDER 4X4. HOWEVER, I DON'T SEE ANY REPORTS OF THOSE WITH 4-CYLINDER 4X4 ON THIS FORUM ...THAT IS REAL MILEAGE REPORTS.
GOOD LUCK WITH THE RAV.
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If you want to use my NH address, I'll save you the sales tax - NONE. Just kidding they'll tax you when you register in CA.
Why do they want to PO a customer, instead of charging a little extra in the first place? Hearing that just makes me wary of what other crap the company is trying to pull, and whether they'll give a hassle on any warranty issue.
It's a common misunderstanding, quickly cleared up.
From a 7-time owner since 1989 don't worry. If you've never had a Toyota before you will be amazed how easy it is to own one.
I think that since the option lists "connector" and that connector is under the dash board , not at the rear of the truck then it is a little deceptive to new owner. And from some comments, even the salesmen are confusded. So I would call it the "Almost Tow Prepped Package" I was just pointing it out to people who maybe planning to get a hitch installed etc. that they will need more and maybe they want to order the harness and arrange for it with dealer if they are planning to tow soon. The hitch takes 30 min to install. The harness takes 2-3 hours from other comments I have read online.
Valley Toyota in Sanger, CA might have what you want. Just checked their inventory, and they have a limited V6 4x4, and from looking at the price, seems like it has a few options (might be the tow package).
I am a pretty sporty driver and I will rev the engine plenty when it is time. I would not call it a heavy foot, coz that is just part of it. Anyway, my measurement could be off slightly, because I did not let the car run out of gas. I drove about 25 miles past the Empty light coming on. Anyone knows what is the exact range of the reserve gas? I cannot be that off. I figured it has max 10 miles left in it.
This is my first Toyota, I traded in a 2002 Jeep Liberty for it. It is bigger inside, although the Jeep was a real terrain machine, I never used it except for the 20" snow in winter. I hope I'll have no issues with the RAV4 in this area. Althought the 17", 225 HR Yoko tires are sweet. Talking about H rating, anyone knows what is the top speed of the 4 cylinder? The Jeep was a pleasure, but the gas consuption was hidious. the sticker said 17 mpg and I only got 13-14 the most, with only 36 K on the odo.
I find the 4 cyl engine strong enough and i can put all the extras in later on, what the other trims have. I chose the base, because I wanted to keep the interest on the car low as possible. besides, even the base have all the goodies I need. Except for the heated outside mirrors I'd love to have. Anyone knows are the mirrors pre-wired for this?
I do not know if the nice yokos i've got (17" not the 16") causing it, but the ride is a bit choppy at highway speeds. The car soaks up the ditches well, but seamingly it is done in cooperation of the hole unibody rather than with the suspension alone. Should I worry that this will compromise body integrity with time? like I said, never had a toyota before.
I only have one other thing. The interior is incredibly spacious, much more space than the Libby's. But the same problem here too. I am 6'2" and the driver space is not enough! I could use another inch driver seat back travel. I partially solved the problem by lifting the seat with 3/8" galvanized 2x2" blocks, but still. The other complaint I have is the foot rest. The angle is too steep and it is not big enough for my size 12" so after an hour of driving my foot goes numb. Am I alone with this? Perhaps not, but I hope toyota people are reading this. If they can send the extended Rav4 to America, they could also extend the seat travel! Lol. Coz we here aren't small.
I browse through the service schedule and could not see when the transmission fluid needs to be changed. It looks like oil change and tire rotation up to 120 K nothing else for city use.
Ok, I wrote too much, but anyone knows where to get a service manual? Also, my dealer want to sell me the alarm system with remote starter only. There must be another unit without the starter. I figure they make more money on this. Anyone knows how hard is it to install, coz the alarm is about $150 in Canada, and oh yeah, I am getting the body-side molding too.
I think we all loose sight of the fact that the RAV4 is basicly a low cost point vehicle and the Sport and Limited are not the meat and potatoes of Toyota production. Just a thought.
Through 5-1-06
2006 - 47798 units
2005 - 22631 units
Let’s get the facts straight, first off this is a generic statement for both engines not specific to the 3.5L V6! This exact statement was in my 05’ Camry manual which had the 2.4L and the 3.3L V6; I never burned a drop in 35K miles with the 2.4L engine!
They fail to mention in the previous paragraphs that combustion engines have tolerances and in some cases will burn oil, it applies to simple manufacturing principles, and it’s not a perfect world just because the CAD screen shows a perfect fit, it will apply to all manufacturers. Owners of Honda, BMW, and Acura etc. check your manuals, it’s probably there as well, and for the most part it’s a “CYA” statement in this world of litigation.
As far as the ½ way mark in 350 miles, the question is, was it filled from the factory correctly? Or could the human factor come into play and someone messed up by not filling it correctly and was missed at Pre-Delivery Inspection? Simply not enough data to say the engine is a problem. I had problems with the PDI from my dealer; others have claimed tire pressures well exceeding what the label states in the door panel causing a rougher than normal ride. Most don’t go home and check things out for themselves and rely on the dealer, that’s their first mistake. What people need to be aware of is that some “lot boy” who does PDI’s on say 10 cars a day, could let one through the cracks it’s called the human factor!
One has to use discernment when reading posts here; some are heading to the Honda store due to lack of information! The sky is not falling folks!
1.1 qt every 600 miles sounds like a lot to me. Some Isuzu Trooper owners complain of excessive oil consumption, and most of those folks think a quart every 1,000 miles is excessive. (link)
Is the normal service interval still 5,000 miles? Until the Toyota sludge issue a few years ago, I think they had bumped it up to 7,500 miles.
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raydahs, "Isuzu Trooper" #8318, 22 Aug 2003 4:43 pm
RAV's in general...but the few that I have seen have either been base or sport. I truly believe that Toyoya is selling lots of these, I was just wondering where they're going.
My '89 Voyager occasionally used a bit of oil but never a whole quart between changes. Adding oil every 1,000 miles would drive me crazy, although my buddy with the three leaking seals on his 12 year old F-150 figures it's cheaper to add some oil (and kitty litter to his driveway) every now and then instead of replacing the gaskets.
Steve, Host
We don't need a vehicle which weighs 1,000 pounds more, has less interior and cargo storage, has lousy fuel mileage, and costs $10,000 more than a RAV4. I suspect that as more people become aware of the RAV4, they will feel the same way.
Does anyone know if Bluetooth is available?
Model Description: 5-DOOR 4X4 SUV Category ..........: A
Year ............: 2006 Current Dealer ....: 150-02036
Interior Color ..: FC10 FC10 Wholesale Dealer ..:
Exterior Color ..: 08R3 BLUE Previous Dealer ...: 00150
Body ............: 5-DOOR 4X4 SUV Invoice Date ......:
Number of Cyl ...: 6 Ship Date .........:
Allocation Number: 051 Retail Date .......:
Engine Number ...: 0187478 Date of First Use .:
Vessel Number ...: 407 TRAC ..............: NO
Vessel Name .....: PYXS LDRV014 Damage ............: NO DAMAGE
PDI ...............: NO
Fleet .............: NON-FLEET
Port PDS Complete .: NO
VIN .............:
Ignition Key.....: 68537
Factory Installed Accessories: FE CD DJ DR AW GY RL TO
Port Installed Accessories ..: CF EF
Retail
Vehicle Base Model ....................: $23735.00
Total Accessories .....................: $ 2139.00
MECHANICAL & PERFORMANCE
3.5 Liter DOHC V6 w/Dual VVT-i Engine
5 Speed ECT Automatic Transmission
Elec On-Demand 4WD / 4WD Man. Lock
Electronic Power Steering/4-Whl Ind Susp
Fr&Rr Stabilizer Bars/4-Whl Disc Brakes
Hill-Start Assist Ctl/Dwnhill Assist Ctl
17" 5-Spk Stlyd Steel Whls w/P225/65R17
Tires & Fl Sz Spre Tire on 17" Steel Whl
SAFETY
Star Safety System Includes:
Vehicle Stability Ctrl w/Traction Ctrl
Anti-Lock Brakes w/Brake Assist & EBD
Dr & Fr Pass Advanced Fr Airbags (SRS)
3Pt Seat Belts in All Locations
2nd Row CRS Lower & Top Tether Anchors
Rear Door Child Safety Locks
Direct Tire Pressure Monitoring System
EXTERIOR
UV Reduction Glass Wndshld/Rr Priv Glass
Clr-Kyd Bmprs,Rr Spoiler,Spre Tire Covr
Black Grille/Dr Handles/Pwr O/S Mirrors
Multi-Reflectr Halogn Auto-Off Headlmps
Front Var & Rear Intermittent Wipers
Fender Mounted Mast Antenna
LED Tail and Stop Lamps
COMFORT AND CONVENIENCE
Air Conditioner w/Clean Air Filtration
AM/FM CD w/6 Spks / Aux. Mini-Plug
Man Tilt/Telescopic Adj. Steering Wheel
Cloth Int,Mlti-Adj Fr Chairs w/Dr Ht Adj
2nd Rw 60/40 Splt,Reclne,Fld Flt w/Slide
Fwrd Cpblty w/Ctr Armrst, 2 Cup Holders
Dual Glove Box/Digital Clock/Cruise Ctrl
Power Windows/Door Locks/Keyless Entry
Optitron IP Gauges / Gated Shifter
2 Fr/1 Cargo Auxiliary 12V Power Outlets
Ctr Cnsl w/2-Illum Cup Hldrs, Cell Phone
Storage,Upper Storage Tray, & Cnsole Box
Crg Area 2nd Rw Seat 1 Tch Fld Flt Lever
Rr Cargo Storage w/Undr Flr Storage Spce
Sunvisor w/ Ext & Illum Vanity Mirror
Ilumntd Entry Systm/Silver Interior Trim
Retail Total
Vehicle Base Model ..........................: $23735.00 $23735.00
Federal Emissions ..........................
Cargo Area Tonneau Cover with .............. 140.00
Multipurpose Cargo Net with Support Poles ..
AM/FM 6-Disc In-Dash CD Changer w/ 6 ....... 200.00
Speakers, and MP3 / WMA Playback ...........
Capability .................................
Black Roof Rails & Crossbars ............... 220.00
17" 5-Spoke Aluminum Alloy Wheels .......... 440.00
w/P225/65R17 Tires and Full Size Spare .....
Tire on 17" Steel Wheel ....................
Driver & Front Passenger Front ............. 650.00
Seat-Mounted Side Airbags and Front-and ....
Second-Row Roll- Sensing Side Curtain ......
Airbags (RSCA) .............................
Daytime Running Lights ..................... 40.00
Towing Prep Package - V6 3,500lb. Towing ... 160.00
Capacity - Includes Upgrade Radiator, Fan ..
Coupling, Alternator, and Pre-Wiring ......
Carpet Floor Mats/Cargo Mat ................ 214.00
Rear Bumper Applique ....................... 75.00
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Total Accessories ...........................: $ 2139.00 $ 2139.00
Destination Charge ..........................: $ 605.00
Total .......................................: $26479.00
Selling the vehicle at $25348, you're looking at $28128.41 Including TTL. You have to pay arizona tax at 8.1% on the vehicle which is $2077.41 When you go back to San Diego, you'll either get money back from the state of california if the tax is less or more if the tax is more. You don't have to pay arizona's plate's, so you're only paying a 30 day drive out plate for $30. Your Doc Fee is $369 and $5 AZ tire disposal tax and there is a perma plate $299 warranty on the vehicle (thats an interior and exterior protection on the vehicle for 5 years.)
I'll be in the office till 7 today..call with any questions.
I found the same plug in my glove compartment
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