TOYOTA RAV4 EV 2013 1.G Quick Reference Guide
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The amount of charge remaining in the traction battery and charging/Pre-climate 
schedule settings can be confirmed, and the schedule can be adjusted according 
to your next departure time.
Step 1 Touch EV.
Step 2 Touch “Charge Summary.”
The next scheduled charge (if previously set) will also be shown on this screen. If 
an earlier charge time is desired, a one-time departure may be scheduled here.
Step 3 Touch “Edit.”
Step 4 Touch “Yes.”
The previously scheduled charge 
will be ignored until the one-time 
departure is completed.
In the unlikely event that the electrical leakage detection function is not 
operating properly, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible.
Check that it is operating properly by following the procedure below.
Step 1 Insert the charging cable into the electrical receptacle of the external 
power source.
Step 2 Press the test button on the CCID (Charging Circuit Interrupting Device).
If the error warning indicator 
illuminates when the test button 
is pressed, the function is 
operating correctly.
Step 3 Press the reset button on the CCID (Charging Circuit Interrupting Device).
Turn off the error warning indicator. Charging cannot be carried out while the 
error warning indicator is illuminated.
Charging can be continued by following the normal procedure. If not charging, 
store the charging cable.
See the  Owner’s Manual  for important precautionary information.
Charging information and warning messages  The first time the POWER switch is 
turned to ON mode after charging is completed, a message detailing the results 
of the charge is shown. Also, if an operation that cannot be carried out during 
charging was attempted, a warning message will be shown.Inspecting electrical leakage 
detection function
For details on setting one-time departure, see Charging section.
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Parking brake
FEATURES/OPERATIONS
Transmission
* 
The regenerative brake is the equivalent of downshifting. Shift to “B” when    
  regenerative braking is desire
d (i.e. downhill driving, coasting to a stop, etc.).
Park button
Reverse  
Neutral
Drive
Regenerative brake*
SPORT Mode
By increasing the motor’s output when compared to normal mode, the vehicle’s 
acceleration power and maximum speed is increased. This mode provides a more 
dynamic driving experience.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual  for more details.
Push
Pull
(2) Push(1) Pull slightly
(3) Lower
Set Release
Seat adjustments-Rear
Seat position (forward/backward)
Seatback angle
Seat position (forward/backward)
Height crank (driver side only) 
Seatback angle
Seat adjustments-Front
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* 
The regenerative brake is the equivalent of downshifting. Shift to “B” when     
  regenerative braking is desired (i.e. downhill driving, coasting to a stop, etc.).
Park button
Reverse  
Neutral
Drive
Regenerative brake*
By increasing the motor’s output when compared to normal mode, the vehicle’s 
acceleration power and maximum speed is increased. This mode provides a more 
dynamic driving experience.
Refer to the  Owner’s Manual  for more details.
(1) Pull slightly
Seat adjustments-Rear
Seat position (forward/backward)
Seatback angle
Seat position (forward/backward)
Height crank (driver side only)
 
Seatback angle
Seat adjustments-Front
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(2) Lower(3) Pull down
From inside
(1) Push
Seats-Folding down rear seats
(1) Push(2) Pull up
From outside
Seats-Head restraints
Front seatsRear seats
Lock release buttonLock release button
Lights & turn signals
Turn signals
Headlights
-Daytime Running Light system (DRL)
 Automatically turns on the Daytime Running Lights after EV System is started  
 and parking brake released .
-Automatic light cut off system Automatically turns lights off after a delay 
 of 30 seconds, or the lock switch on remote may be pushed after locking.
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Lights & turn signals
Turn signals
Headlights
Low beam
-Daytime Running Light system (DRL)
 Automatically turns on the Daytime Running Lights after EV System is started  
 and parking brake released .
-Automatic light cut off system Automatically turns lights off after a delay 
 of 30 seconds, or the lock switch on remote may be pushed after locking.
High beam flasher
High beam
Right turn
Lane change
Lane change Left turn
Headlights
Parking lights Auto
DRL OFF
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Windows-Power
Driver side
Automatic operation (driver side only) Push the switch completely down or pull 
it completely up and release to fully open or close. To stop the window partway, 
operate the switch in the opposite direction.
Window lock switch Deactivates all passenger windows. Driver’s window remains 
operable. 
NOTE:  If the battery is disconnected, the window needs to be reinitialized. Refer 
to the  Owner’s Manual  for more details.
Up
Down
Window lock switch
Windshield wipers & washers
Rear
Front
Pull to wash and wipeAdjust frequency*
Interval wipe
Slow
Fast
Wash and wipe
Wipe
Interval wipe
Wash and wipe
Single wipe
* Intermittent windshield wiper frequency adjustment Rotate to increase/
decrease wipe frequency.
Door locks
Light control-Instrument panel
With the dial turned fully up, instrument panel lights will not dim when the 
headlights are turned ON.
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Automatic operation (driver side only) Push the switch completely down or pull 
it completely up and release to fully open or close. To stop the window partway, 
operate the switch in the opposite direction.
Window lock switch Deactivates all passenger windows. Driver’s window remains 
operable. 
NOTE:  If the battery is disconnected, the window needs to be reinitialized. Refer 
to the  Owner’s Manual  for more details.
* Intermittent windshield wiper frequency adjustment Rotate to increase/
decrease wipe frequency.
Door locks
Unlock
Lock
Light control-Instrument panel
With the dial turned fully up, instrument panel lights will not dim when the 
headlights are turned ON.
Brightness  
control
+
-
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Bluetooth® technology allows dialing or receipt of calls without taking hands 
from the steering wheel or using a cable to connect the compatible telephone 
and the system. 
Refer to “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”  for more information about phone 
connections and compatibility.
Navigation system screen
Volume
Start call/End call
FEATURES/OPERATIONS
Voice command 
button
End call
Start call
Telephone controls (Bluetooth®) 
Steering wheel telephone switches
Microphone
Seat heaters
Air Conditioning/Heating 
Automatic climate control ON
Adjust the temperature setting, and airflow vents and fan will adjust 
automatically. 
Temperature selector (driver side)
Windshield defogger
HVAC display
Rear defogger
Temperature selector (front passenger side)
Air Conditioning ON/OFF
“SYNC” button
ON:  Separate temperature settings for driver and passenger.
OFF:  Synchronize temperature settings for driver and passenger.
Recirculate cabin air (fresh air when OFF)
Climate control OFF
Fan speed
Airflow vent
 In  “ ” mode, use fresh air (“ ” indicator OFF)  to reduce window 
 fogging. 
“ ” mode uses fresh air only. 
ECO mode  selec
tor
Automatic Air Conditioning
Refer to the  Owner’s Manual  for more details.
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Bluetooth® technology allows dialing or receipt of calls without taking hands 
from the steering wheel or using a cable to connect the compatible telephone 
and the system. 
Refer to “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”  for more information about phone 
connections and compatibility.
FEATURES/OPERATIONS
Voice command 
button
Seat heaters
Air Conditioning/Heating 
Automatic climate control ON
Adjust the temperature setting, and airflow vents and fan will adjust 
automatically. 
Temperature selector (driver side)
Windshield defogger
HVAC display
Rear defogger
Temperature selector (front passenger side)
Air Conditioning ON/OFF
“SYNC” button
ON:  Separate temperature settings for driver and passenger.
OFF:  Synchronize temperature settings for driver and passenger.
Recirculate cabin air (fresh air when OFF)
Climate control OFF
Fan speed
Airflow vent
 In 
“
” mode, use fresh air (“” indicator OFF) to reduce window  fogging. 
“
” mode uses fresh air only. 
ECO mode selector
Automatic Air Conditioning
Left front seatRight front seat
Refer to the  Owner’s Manual  for more details.
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Clock
The time settings can be changed on the navigation system.
Refer to the  Navigation System Owner’s Manual for more details.
Screen operations
Navigation System 
Touch 
Changing and selecting various settings. 
Double tap
Changing the map scale. 
Drag 
Moving around the map, adjusting audio 
volume, etc.
Flick 
Moving around the map, skipping to the 
next page of a list, etc.  
Functions
Refer to the  Navigation System Owner’s Manual for instructions and more 
information. Touch to display the radio control screen. 
Touch to display the media control screen. 
Touch to display the “Apps” screen. 
Touch to display the audio control screen. 
Touch to display the hands-free operation screen. 
Touch to display the “Information” screen.
Touch to display the “Setup” screen.
Touch to view and set 
Energy Monitor, Charge Summary, Charging & 
Pre-climate Setup and  Range Map settings. For details, refer to the 
Owner’s Manual.
Press to display the “Main Menu” screen. Press and hold to turn off the 
screen and audio system.
Touch to display the “Destination” screen.
Touch to display the current position and start guidance. 
Touch to turn the audio system on and off.
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