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How to Activate and Deactivate the 4x4 Traction of the Toyota RAV 4

Model: Toyota Rav 4 Xa30, MK 3 - Years: 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013
Part: Checks and maintenance

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These brief and simple instructions will show you how to activate and deactivate the 4x4 traction, useful for off-roading, of the Toyota RAV 4. First, get in the vehicle and turn on the instrument panel; then press the button located on the dashboard, near the radio controls, as shown in the video.

At this point, you will have engaged the 4x4 all-wheel drive, where a warning light will also appear on the instrument panel indicating that it is active; pressing the button again will deactivate the 4x4 traction!


Updated on 7 October 2026 by ScegliAuto


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