RAV4 – OUTLINE OF NEW FEATURES
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Front Spat Approx. 10 mm
(0.4 in.)
Approx. 20 mm
(0.8 in.)
Previous Spat
New Spat
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11. Body Structure
DA sound absorption structure is used for the dash inner insulator. Thus, it achieves a high level of sound
insulation and damping performance in terms of engine noise, combustion sound, gear noise, and road
noise.
DIn the dash inner insulator, the diameter of the passage hole for the heater pipe has been decreased to reduce
the noise entering from the engine compartment.
DThe steering column hole cover has been pressed against the dash panel. This improves sealing
performance and sound insulation.
DThe size of the front spat has been increased to attain favorable aerodynamic performance and fuel
economy.
DAn active headrest mechanism is used. For details, see page 107.
12. Lighting
An automatic light control system is provided as standard equipment for the Limited grade, and is available
as optional equipment for the Sport grade. For details, see page 108.
13. Meter
The following changes have been made to the ’09 RAV4.
DThe design of the combination meter has been changed.
DInstant fuel consumption and average fuel consumption are now shown on the multi-information display.
DThe indication size of the shift position indicator has been increased.
DA parking brake unreleased warning function has been added.
DThe design of the indicator lights has been partially changed.
For details, see page 110.
14. Air Conditioning
DA TSE17 type A/C compressor is used for models with 2AR-FE engine.
DThe design of the switches on the automatic control type heater control panel has been changed.
For details, see page 113.
15. Navigation System with AV System
A navigation system with AV system is available as optional equipment for the Limited and Sport grades.
For details, see page 114.
