engine TOYOTA RAV4 HYBRID 2021 Owners Manual (in English)

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OVERVIEW FEATURES & OPERATIONS TOYOTA SAFETY SENSE SAFETY & EMERGENCY FEATURES
INDEX
Engine maintenance 11
Fuel tank door release & cap 10
Hood release 10
Indicator symbols 6-7
Instrument cluster 5
Instrument panel 2-4
Instrument panel light control 11
Keyless entry
1 8-9
Smart Key system1 9
1 Visit your Toyota dealer for information on customizing this feature.2 Programmable by customer. Refer to the Owner’s Manual for instructions and more information.3 HomeLink® is a registered trademark of Gentex Corporation.
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FEATURES & OPERATIONSFEATURES & OPERATIONS (continued)
SAFETY & EMERGENCY FEATURES TOYOTA SAFETY SENSE™ 2.0 (TSS 2.0)
Air conditioning/heating 28
Audio 24

Auto lock/unlock
1 12
Bird’s Eye View Camera
with Perimeter Scan 30
Blind Spot Monitor with Rear
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Clock 20
Cup holders 19
Door locks 16
Driving mode select 34
Electric parking brake 14
EV drive mode 34
Front and Rear Parking Assist with
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Garage door opener (Homelink
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Heated/ventilated seats 29
Heated steering wheel 28
Hybrid Synergy Drive System 12
Hybrid transmission 13
Intuitive parking assist 33
Lights
1,2 & turn signals1 18-19
Moonroof 20
Multi-Information Display (MID)
2 23
Panoramic moonroof 21
Power outlets-12V DC 25
Power windows 16
Qi Wireless charger 26
Rear door-Power Liftgate 15
Rear view monitor system 30Seat adjustments-Front 17
Seat adjustments-Rear 17
Seats-Head restraints 17
Steering lock release 13
Steering wheel switches &
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Tilt & telescopic steering wheel 16
Trail mode 35
USB charge ports 25
USB media port 24
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Trailer sway control OFF button 29
Windshield wipers & washers 19
Floor mat installation 57
Rear door child safety locks 52
Safety Connect
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Seat belts 52
Seat belts-Shoulder belt anchor 52
Spare tire & tools 53
Star Safety System
™ 56-57
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Sensors 37

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OVERVIEW FEATURES & OPERATIONS TOYOTA SAFETY SENSE SAFETY & EMERGENCY FEATURES
Instrument cluster
Hybrid System Indicator
Hybrid System Indicator
Hybrid System Indicator Speedometer
Fuel gauge
Fuel gauge Engine coolant
temperature gauge
Engine coolant
temperature gauge Speedometer
Speedometer Clock
Clock Outside temperature
Outside temperature
Outside temperature Engine coolant temperature gauge Fuel gauge
Odometer and trip meter
Odometer and trip meterClock Multi-Information Display (MID)
Multi-Information Display (MID)
Multi-Information Display (MID)Odometer and
trip meter
4.2-in display
7-in display (Analog speedometer)
7-in display (Digital speedometer)
Shift position
and range
indicator
Shift position and range indicator
Shift position and range indicator
Service indicators and warning lights

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If the indicator does not turn off within a few seconds of starting the Hybrid System, there may be a
malfunction. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
2 If the indicator flashes, there may be a malfunction. Refer to the Owner’s Manual.3 If the indicator flashes, it indicates that the system is operating.4 If equipped.5
Refer to section PKSB (Parking Support Braking function) in the Owner’s Manual.
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OVERVIEW FEATURES & OPERATIONS TOYOTA SAFETY SENSE SAFETY & EMERGENCY FEATURES
Low outside temperature indicator
Intuitive parking assist OFF
indicator2,4
Pre-Collision System (PCS)
warning1,2
Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) OFF
indicator1
Slip indicator1,3
SPORT mode indicator
RCTA OFF indicator1,2,4
Rear passengers’ seat belt
reminder
Parking brake indicator2
“READY” indicator
Trail Mode indicator
Smart Key system indicator4
Security indicator
Turn signal indicator
Lane Tracing Assist (LTA)/
Lane Departure Alert (LDA)
indicator [White/green/orange
3]
Low engine oil pressure warning
Low fuel level warning
Low tire pressure warning1
Malfunction/Check Engine
indicator1

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NOTE: Tighten until one click is
heard. If the cap is not locked or
tightened, check Engine “
”
indicator may illuminate.
Push lever to the
left and raise hood
Insert rod to hold
hood open Pull
Push
Driver seat
Turn to open
Store
Close
Fuel tank door release & cap
Hood release

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OVERVIEW FEATURES & OPERATIONS TOYOTA SAFETY SENSE SAFETY & EMERGENCY FEATURES
NOTE: Regularly scheduled maintenance, including oil changes, will help
extend the life of your vehicle and maintain performance. Please refer to the
“Warranty & Maintenance Guide.”
Washer fluid tank Engine coolant reservoir Engine oil filler cap
Engine oil level dipstick
Instrument panel light control
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Engine maintenance

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Hybrid Synergy Drive System
The Hybrid Synergy Drive System utilizes a computer-controlled gasoline engine
and electric motor to provide the most efficient combination of power for the
vehicle. To conserve energy, when the brakes are applied the braking force
generates electricity which is then sent to the traction battery. In addition, the
engine shuts off when the vehicle is stopped. The benefits are better fuel economy
and reduced vehicle emissions.
NOTE: Fuel consumption and energy information of the Hybrid System are
shown on the Multi-Information Display (MID) and the audio system
screen (navigation system or multi-media system.)
1. Ensure tire pressures are maintained at levels specified in the Owner’s Manual.
2. Link trips to reduce engine cold starts whenever possible.
3. Avoid driving at speeds that are higher than necessary, especially on the highway.
4. When possible, avoid sudden stops to maximize regenerative braking energy.
5. Minimize use of the Air Conditioning.

The “READY” light will blink. After a few seconds, when the light remains steady
and a beep sounds, shift the gear to the desired position and you may begin
driving. 
Put the shift lever in “Park.”

Depress the brake pedal, and “
”
will be displayed on the Multi-
Information Display.

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Auto lock/unlock
Automatic door locks can be programmed to operate in different modes, or turned
OFF.
Shift position linked door locking/unlocking function
-Doors lock when shifting from Park.
-Doors unlock when shifting into Park.
Speed linked door locking function
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OVERVIEW FEATURES & OPERATIONS TOYOTA SAFETY SENSE SAFETY & EMERGENCY FEATURES
Hybrid transmission
Smart KeyWithout Smart Key
Steering lock release
Push Turn
Turn
Turn
When the steering lock cannot be
released, “Push power switch while
turning the steering wheel in either
direction” will be displayed on the
Multi-Information Display. Check that
the shift lever is set in P. Press the
power button shortly and firmly while
turning the steering wheel left and
right.When starting the hybrid system, the
power switch may seem stuck in OFF.
To free it, turn the key while turning the
steering wheel slightly left and right.
* The vehicle must be on and the brake pedal depressed to shift from Park.
Shift the shift lever to “S” position from “D” position.
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Downshifting increases power going uphill, or provides engine braking downhill. For
best fuel economy during normal driving conditions, always drive with the shift lever
in the “D” position.
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FEATURES & OPERATIONS
Power switchCharge areaOperation indicator light
Qi Wireless charger (if equipped)
A mobile device can be charged wirelessly on the tray. (1) Press the wireless
charger power switch and the green operation indicator light turns on. (2) Place
a compatible mobile device on the tray as shown in the illustration. An amber
indicator illuminates while charging is in progress. When charging is complete, the
indicator illuminates green. Some phones, cases or cover type wireless chargers
may not cause the green indicator to illuminate even though it is fully charged.
Refer to the Owner‘s Manual for limitations and more details on this system before
attempting to use it.
Press (1)
When the engine is turned off, the last state
(ON/OFF) of the charger is memorized.
Place device nearest the center of charging
area for best results. Moving device may
result in stopping or restarting the charging
process.
Place (2)

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OVERVIEW FEATURES & OPERATIONS TOYOTA SAFETY SENSE SAFETY & EMERGENCY FEATURES
Floor mat installation
There are two types of Toyota floor mats: carpeted and all-weather. Each vehicle
has model-specific floor mats. Installation is easy.
To keep your floor mat properly positioned, follow these steps:
• Only use Toyota floor mats designed for your specific model.
• Use only one floor mat at a time, using the retaining hooks to keep the mat in
place.
• Install floor mats right side up.
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VSC helps prevent loss of traction during cornering by reducing engine power, and
Traction Control helps maintain traction on loose gravel and wet, icy, or uneven
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Toyota’s TRAC sensors are activated when one of the drive wheels starts to slip.
TRAC limits engine output and applies the brakes to the spinning wheel. This
transfers power to the wheels that still have traction to help keep you on track.
Always align the C marks