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Toyota RAV4 2007
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Exterior
Aerodynamic multi-reflector halogen headlamps w/auto-off
Black roof rails w/cross bars
Chrome grille
Color-keyed bumpers
Color-keyed door handles
Color-keyed hard shell spare tire cover
Color-keyed heated foldable pwr mirrors
Color-keyed rear spoiler w/stop lamp
FOG LIGHTS
High Solar Energy-Absorbing glass
Intermittent rear wiper
LED rear lamps
Rear privacy glass
Side-opening rear door w/hold-open feature
Washer-linked variable intermittent windshield wipers
Interior
(10) cup/bottle holders
(3) 12V auxiliary pwr outlets
60/40 split fabric-trimmed rear bench w/slide/recline function, 1-touch fold-flat lever, height-adjustable headrest, center armrest
AM/FM stereo w/6-disc in-dash CD changer-inc: MP3/WMA capability, aux input jack, (6) speakers
Amber-illuminated Optitron instrument cluster-inc: speedometer, tachometer, fuel gauge, LCD odometer w/(2) tripmeters
Cargo area storage pockets in wheel housing w/(2) cupholders
Cruise control w/brake deceleration feature
Digital clock
Direct tire pressure monitor system
Door panel storage pockets, bottle holders
Dual glove boxes w/upper box one-push open/close
Dual visor vanity mirrors w/sliding extensions, roof-mounted vanity light
Dual-zone automatic air conditioning w/air filtration, information display, micro dust/pollen removal capability
Engine Immobilizer
Fabric-trimmed 8-way pwr driver/4-way manual passenger seats-inc: pwr driver lumbar support, height adjustment, seatback pockets
Fender-mounted mast antenna
Illuminated entry-inc: key illumination, interior light, front map light
Interior footwell lighting
Leather-wrapped shift knob w/metallic insert, gated shifter
Leather-wrapped tilt/telescoping steering wheel w/audio controls
Multi-function center console-inc: (2) illuminated cupholders, storage box, cell phone storage pocket
Outside temp gauge
Pwr door locks
Pwr windows w/driver-side auto up/down & jam protection
Rear deck storage-inc: water-repellant foldable deck board
Rear window defogger w/timer
Remote hood/fuel filler door releases
Remote keyless entry
Tonneau cover w/cargo net
Mechanical
17" x 7.0 6-spoke aluminum wheels
3.5L DOHC SFI 24-valve dual VVT-i V6 engine
5-speed ECT automatic transmission
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) w/brake assist
Double-wishbone rear suspension w/coil springs
Downhill assist control (DAC)
Electric pwr rack & pinion steering
Electronic brakeforce distribution (EBD)
Front/rear stabilizer bars
Full-size spare tire
Hill start assist control (HAC)
Independent Macpherson strut front suspension
On-demand 4-wheel drive
P225/65R17 all-season tires
Pwr vented front/rear solid disc brakes
Traction control (TRAC)
Vehicle stability control (VSC)
Safety
3-point seat belts for all seating positions w/adjustable front seatbelt anchors
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) w/brake assist
Child protector rear door locks
Child restraint system (ISOFIX CRS) top tether anchors for all rear seating positions
Collapsible steering column
Driver/front passenger advanced airbag system
Driver/front passenger front seat-mounted side airbags
Drivers emergency locking retractor (ELR) seatbelt
Front & 2nd row roll-sensing side curtain airbags
Front crumple zone
Passengers automatic locking retractor (ALR) & emergency locking retractor (ELR) seatbelts
Side impact door beams
Traction control (TRAC)
Vehicle stability control (VSC)
Brakes
Brake ABS System: 4-Wheel
Brake Type: Pwr
Disc - Front (Yes or ): Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ): Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): 11.8 x
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): 11.2 x
Cargo Area Dimensions
Cargo Volume to Seat 1 (ft³): 73.0
Cargo Volume to Seat 2 (ft³): 36.4
Cooling System
Total Cooling System Capacity (qts): 9.6
Engine
Displacement: 3.5L/216
Engine Type: Gas V6
Fuel System: SFI
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM: 269 @ 6200
SAE Net Torque @ RPM: 246 @ 4700
Exterior Dimensions
Height, Overall (in): 66.3
Length, Overall (in): 181.1
Min Ground Clearance (in): 7.5
Tread Width, Front (in): 61.4
Tread Width, Rear (in): 61.4
Wheelbase (in): 104.7
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in): 71.5
Fuel Tank
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal): 15.9
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room (in): 40.8
Front Hip Room (in): 53.8
Front Leg Room (in): 41.8
Front Shoulder Room (in): 57.1
Passenger Capacity: 5
Passenger Volume (ft³): 108.2
Second Head Room (in): 39.7
Second Hip Room (in): 52.4
Second Leg Room (in): 38.3
Second Shoulder Room (in): 55.3
Mileage
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG): 21
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG): 28
Steering
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering): 2.7
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall: 14.6
Steering Type: Pwr Rack & Pinion
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft): 34.8
Summary
Body Style: 4 Door
Vehicle Name: RAV4
Suspension
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in): 0.95
Suspension Type - Front: MacPherson Strut
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.): w/Stabilizer bar
Suspension Type - Rear: Double-Wishbone
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.): w/Stabilizer bar
Tires
Front Tire Size: P225/65R17
Rear Tire Size: P225/65R17
Spare Tire Size: P225/65R17
Trailering
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs): 200
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs): 2000
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs): 200
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs): 2000
Transmission
Drivetrain: 4-Wheel Drive
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1): 0.76
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1): 3.08
First Gear Ratio (:1): 4.24
Fourth Gear Rato (:1): 1.05
Reverse Ratio (:1): 3.38
Second Gear Ratio (:1): 2.36
Third Gear Ratio (:1): 1.52
Trans Description Cont.: Automatic w/OD
Trans Type: 5
Vehicle
EPA Classification: Sport Utility Vehicle
Weight Information
Base Curb Weight (lbs): 3675
Wheels
Front Wheel Material: Aluminum
Front Wheel Size (in): 17 x 7.0
Rear Wheel Material: Aluminum
Rear Wheel Size (in): 17 x 7.0
Spare Wheel Size (in): 17 x 7.0
Can I just bring it in to a dealer within the first 36,000 miles and ask that all these things be fixed?
tidester, host
SUVs and Smart Shopper
Do you think that used RAV4 deal is a good one?
I think RAV4 owners would be better able to judge that. Anyone?
tidester, host
SUVs and Smart Shopper
Bonus #1 - this dealership was giving 120% of KBB fair value minus any extra repairs. he said our tires needed replacing and we had a scratched bumper. that brought our value down to sub-$9000 on our 40K miles 2004 civic ex. but the 120% gave us a trade in value of 10127. this is higher than anything I can find on ebay completed sales so we're happy.
Bonus #2 - I applied for the FirstAgain loan at 6.44% instead of dealer financing. but when I told the dealer this he said his local bank might be willing to match. he called them up and they said yes after a credit check. the bonus is that when we got home i got an email from firstagain saying we were denied the loan but that was ok because dealer got great rate.
Bonus #3 - dealer gave us $300 off of $700 ResistAll carpet, leather, and paint treatment. $400 addon seems high but knowing our carelessness and kids tendencies to spill juices, throw up, drop food this will be great for us. plus it protects the paint and they'll fix for free if it stains. after checking what others have paid and the fact i hate waxing cars this was a good deal to us.
Bonus #4 - we couldn't pick up the car until 5 days later. but with my work distance this means i'll get to use up the gas in my trade in and get a full tank once i trade it in.
I"m so excited. I just feel a bit odd owning a gold colored tricked up leather SUV when it's so not me to spend money on leather, nor choose gold color. I'd rather keep the money. But this deal was too good.
tidester, host
SUVs and Smart Shopper
And yes, it could be the gas cap.
Due to emissions regulations your fuel system is kept under a slight positive pressure to detect if there is any leakage. If you inadvertently leave the gas cap slightly loose, or remove the gas cap without fueling the car, a CEL will result. These normally clear within a few drive cycles provided the problem is resolved, seat the gas cap.
Did you by chance buy a locking gas cap that doesn't meet the EPA requirments..??
Also the good thing of this, if you are stuck in the snow and you wont to disengage the VSC for more power just loose the gas cap (the 4WD and ABS was worrking even with the warning light on).
Thanks to Edmunds.com
Fredy3
Last Friday All three of those lights came on. This happened just after I had filled up with gas and the went through a touchless carwash. I phone the dealer and they told me that it often happens when you go through the carwash on cold temps. The temp in Ottawa was - 12 Fahrenheit. They said to drop in and they would turn off the Christmas lights. I stopped by the next day and they reset the lights but they cam back on after a couple of hours of driving. I made sure that the gas cap is on properly. I have read in another post that it could fuel related so I will also use some gas line antifreeze.
How do you reset those lights?
Do I need a ODBC code reader and where is the plug in located?
Seems to be a fairly common problem has anyone resolved this without having to replace parts?
Thanks
Ghis (still freezing in Ottawa)
code was P2195 "O2 Sens Signal Stuck Lean Bank1 Sens1" going to Dealer on Tuesday to have sensor replaced.
Just a guess.
I would be interested in hearing what happens in your case.
I've heard from other forums that you need to check the tire pressure of the SPARE. For 2006+ Rav4s, the Tire Pressure Monitoring System is electronically monitored by a module on each individual tire stem, and the spare has one of these as well.
Good luck, hope this helps!
Julie
I have a Garmin Nuvi 760 GPS although it is not stuck it is damned hard to pull out.
You need to wiggle it and use lots of elbow grease. The first time I pulled it out I thought that all the guts of th12 volt plugin in my Rav4 was going to pull out.
Good Luck
Ghis
I typed a long message, but erased it by mistake. If all five tires are with three/four lbs of 32lbs (that is, under 32 lbs), then bring the car to the dealer. He should (1) computer scan under the dash for error codes; (2) check pressure monitor on each of the five wheels for a reading 9my car failed to give a reading on one of the monitors). If a monitor has failed, he should replace (and rebalance the wheel) under waRRENTY. bY THE WAY, THE SPARE TIRE DOES LOSS PRESSURE MONTHLY, AS DO THE OTHER TIRES. .
People do tend to ignore their spare tires. I guess the TPMS is good for that reason, even if it's irritating when the light goes on.
I've only had one incoming call so far while in the car but I remember seeing the name showing up on the radio display to show who was calling. Since my phone has caller ID I'd expect the caller ID data to show up in the radio display if the caller wasn't saved in the car's phone book. but haven't tested it yet.
Like I thought before, if the incoming phone number is set up in the car's phone book, it does show the name associated with that number. I have a contact on my phone called "Home" that I transferred to the car's phone book. When I call the car from my home phone, the radio display says "Home". Kind of weird if yours doesn't do that, but maybe it's a difference between a 2007 and a 2009.
If the incoming phone number isn't in the car's phone book, the radio display just shows the number, no name.
First tank was compliments of wind I thought? Then I realized after I babied it the first week I went back to my normal terror driving - 75-78 mph. Slowed down last week and got the 28 mpg back.
Nice auto, no complaints yet except all the Space Shuttle electronics scare me to death if something breaks....