If this light is red you should stop right away, as without enough coolant your engine could get so hot that it effectively welds itself together, causing irreparable damage.

Turn the ignition key to the first or “1” position while still depressing the trip odometer knob. Identify the “51A” message on the dashboard control panel next to the mileage counter.Always remember to switch off all of your vehicle’s other gadgets, such as the radio, before using this technique.

It could also indicate that either the brake fluid level is low or that the Automatic Braking system isn’t working properly – in which case the ABS warning light will also be illuminated. Can I drive with mybrake system warning light on? This yellow warning light will alert you if you are pressing the brake pedal and the accelerator at the same time, effectively stopping the brakes from working. Tragically, there have been a number of horrible accidents caused by this simple mistake so Toyota have included this warning light on newer models to warn you. Nevertheless, depending on your car, the maintenance necessary light may come on at various mileage levels.The requirements and wishes of everyone involved, particularly the service user and the carer, need to be respected and every effort needs to be made to ensure all parties understand how the equipment and service will work. Particular concerns can include: To reset the maintenance required light in most Toyota cars, you should put the key in the ignition and turn it to position one. Press and hold the trip meter button and turn the ignition to position two. Hold the trip meter button for 10 seconds until you hear a beep. Turn off the ignition. Honda dealerships should not require you to reset your maintenance reminder light if your vehicle is serviced at one. Instead, it should be done by the technician who completed your service.

Timing belt replacement: Depending on your RAV4 model and engine, timing belt replacement is usually needed between 60,000 and 100,000 miles.

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It will require that you detach the battery when your car is off, also known as the “hard reset” method. The service reminder indicator lamp illuminates for 120 seconds when the ignition is first switched on