display TOYOTA RAV4 PLUG-IN HYBRID 2022 Owners Manual

3885-5. Using the driving support systems
The driving mode returns to normal
mode if the switch is pressed while in
Eco drive mode or sport mode.
3 Sport mode
Controls the steering feeling and hybrid
system to create an acceleration
response that is suitable for sporty driv-
ing. Suitable for when crisp handling is
desired, such as when driving on
mountainous roads.
When the switch is turned to the right
while not in sport mode, the system
switches to sport mode and the sport
mode indicator illuminates on the multi-
information display.
QWhen changing to a driving mode
other than normal mode
OThe background color of the multi-
information display changes accord- ing to the selected driving mode.
OWhen the speedometer is set to ana-log display, the speedometer display color also changes.
OThe color of the switch changes according to the selected driving
mode. (On some models)
QAir conditioning system operation in Eco drive mode
In Eco drive mode, heating/cooling oper-
ations and the fan speed is controlled to improve fuel efficiency. Perform the fol-lowing procedures to increase the air
conditioning performance.
OAdjust the fan speed ( P.407)
OCancel Eco drive mode
QCanceling a driving mode
OSport mode is automatically canceled and the driving mode returns to nor-mal mode when the power switch is
turned off.
ONormal mode and Eco drive mode are
not canceled until another driving mode is selected. (Even if the power
switch is turned off, normal mode and
Eco drive mode will not be automati- cally canceled.)

389
5
5-5. Using the driving support systems
Driving
Press the Trail Mode switch.
Press the Trail Mode switch, to turn the
Trail Mode on. The Trail Mode indicator
light will come on the multi-information
display.
To turn the system off, press the Trail
Mode switch again.
If the tires are spinning, the slip
indicator flashes to indicate that the
Trail Mode is controlling the spin-
ning of the tires.
QTrail Mode
OTrail Mode controls the vehicle so that
it can use the maximum amount of drive force when driving on rough roads. As a result, fuel efficiency may
diminish when compared to driving with Trail Mode off.
OIf Trail Mode is continuously used for a long period of time, depending on the driving conditions, the load on
related parts increases and the sys- tem may not function correctly. In this case, “Traction Control Turned OFF”
will be shown on the multi-information display but the vehicle can be driven normally. The “Traction Control
Turned OFF” on the multi-information display will turn off after a short while
Trail Mode
Trail Mode is designed to con-
trol the spinning of the drive
wheels by integratedly con-
trolling AWD, brake and drive
force control systems. Use the
Trail Mode when driving
bumpy roads, etc.
WARNING
QBefore using Trail Mode
Make sure to observe the following precautions. Failure to observe these precautions may result in an unex-
pected accident.
OTrail mode is intended for use when driving on rough roads.
OCheck that the Trail Mode indicator is illuminated before driving.
OTrail Mode is not intended to expand the limits of the vehicle.
Thoroughly check the road condi- tions and drive with caution.
Enabling the system
When the Trail Mode is oper-
ating

3905-5. Using the driving support systems
and the system will operate properly.
QWhen Trail Mode is canceled
In the following situations, Trail Mode is automatically canceled even if it is selected:
OWhen the driving mode is changed. ( P.387)
OWhen the hybrid system is restarted.
QSounds and vibrations when driv- ing in Trail Mode
Any of the following conditions may occur when Trail Mode is operating. None of these indicates that a malfunc-
tion has occurred:
OVibrations may be felt throughout the
vehicle or steering wheel
OSounds may be heard from the engine
compartment
QWhen the Trail Mode indicator does not illuminate
When the Trail Mode indicator does not
illuminate even though the Trail Mode switch is pressed, the system may be malfunctioning.
Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer immediately.
QIf “Exhaust Filter Full See Owner’s
Manual” is shown on the multi- information display
OThe message may be displayed while high load driving with particulate mat-ter accumulating.
OHybrid system output (engine speed) is restricted when a certain amount of
particulate matter accumulates, how- ever, it is possible to drive the vehicle unless the malfunction indicator lamp
comes on.
OParticulate matter can accumulate
more quickly if the vehicle is fre- quently driven short trips or at low speeds, or if the hybrid system is reg-
ularly started in an extremely cold environment. Excessive accumula-
tion of particulate matter can be pre- vented by periodically driving long distances continuously with intermit-
tent releasing of the accelerator pedal, such as when driving on highways and freeways.
QIf the malfunction indicator lamp
comes on or “Hybrid System Mal- function Output Power Reduced Visit Your Dealer” is shown on the
multi-information display
The amount of accumulated particulate matter has exceeded a certain level.
Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer immediately.
NOTICE
QIn order to ensure that Trail Mode operates properly
Do not continuously use the Trail Mode for a long period of time. Depending on the driving conditions,
the load on related parts increases and the system may not operate prop-erly.
GPF (Gasoline Particu-
late Filter) system
The GPF system collects par-
ticulate matter in the exhaust
gas by using an exhaust gas
filter. The system will operate
to regenerate the filter auto-
matically, depending on the
vehicle conditions.

393
5 5-5. Using the driving support systems
Driving
QDisabling the TRC system
If the vehicle gets stuck in mud, dirt or
snow, the TRC system may reduce
power from the hybrid system to the
wheels.
Pressing to turn the system off may
make it easier for you to rock the vehicle
in order to free it.
To turn the TRC system off, quickly
press and release .
The “Traction Control Turned OFF” will
be shown on the multi-information dis-
play.
Press again to turn the system back
on.
QTurning off the TRC/VSC/Trailer
Sway Control systems
To turn the TRC/VSC/Trailer Sway Con-
trol systems off, press and hold for
more than 3 seconds while the vehicle is
stopped.
The VSC OFF indicator light will come
on and the “Traction Control Turned
OFF” will be shown on the multi-infor-
mation display.
*
Press again to turn the systems
back on.
*: On vehicles with PCS (Pre-Collision
System), PCS will also be disabled
(only pre-collision warning is avail-
able). The PCS warning light will
come on and a message will be dis-
played on the multi-information dis-
play. (P.317)
QWhen the message is displayed on
the multi-information display show-
ing that TRC has been disabled
even if has not been pressed
TRC is temporary deactivated. If the
information continues to show, contact
any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota
authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer.
QOperating conditions of hill-start
assist control
When all of the following conditions are
met, the hill-start assist control will oper-
ate:
OThe shift lever is in a position other
than P or N (when starting off for-
ward/backward on an upward incline)
OThe vehicle is stopped
OThe accelerator pedal is not
depressed
OThe parking brake is not engaged
OThe power switch is in ON
QAutomatic system cancelation of
hill-start assist control
The hill-start assist control will turn off in
any of the following situations:
OThe shift lever is shifted to P or N
OThe accelerator pedal is depressed
OThe brake pedal is depressed and the
parking brake is engaged
OA maximum of 2 seconds have
elapsed after the brake pedal is
released
OThe power switch is turned to OFF

395
5
5-5. Using the driving support systems
Driving
ing operation.
QAutomatic system cancelation of
emergency brake signal
The emergency brake signal will be can- celed in any of the following situations:
OThe emergency flashers are turned on.
OThe system judges from the vehicle deceleration that is not a sudden brak-
ing operation.
QSecondary Collision Brake operat- ing conditions (if equipped)
The system operates when the SRS air-
bag sensor detects a collision while the vehicle is in motion. However, the sys-tem does not operate when the compo-
nents are damaged.
QSecondary Collision Brake auto- matic cancellation (if equipped)
The system is automatically canceled in
any of the following situations.
OThe vehicle speed drops to approxi-
mately 10 km/h (6 mph).
OA certain amount of time elapses
during operation
OThe accelerator pedal is depressed a
large amount
QIf a message about AWD is shown on the multi-information display (AWD models)
Perform the following actions.
O“AWD System Overheated Switching
to 2WD Mode”
AWD system is overheated. Stop the
vehicle in a safe place with the hybrid
system operating.*
If the message disappears after a while,
there is no problem. If the message
remains, have the vehicle inspected by
any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota
authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer immediately.
O“AWD System Overheated 2WD
Mode Engaged”
AWD system has been temporarily
released and switched to front-wheel
drive due to overheating. Stop the vehi-
cle in a safe place with the hybrid sys-
tem operating.*
If the message disappears after a while,
AWD system will automatically recover.
If the message remains, have the vehi-
cle inspected by any authorized Toyota
retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or
any reliable repairer immediately.
O“AWD System Malfunction 2WD Mode Engaged Visit Your Dealer”
A malfunction occurs in the AWD sys-
tem. Have the vehicle inspected by any
authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota
authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer immediately.
*: When stopping the vehicle, do not
stop the hybrid system until the dis-
play message has turned off.
WARNING
QThe ABS does not operate effec-
tively when
OThe limits of tire gripping perfor- mance have been exceeded (such
as excessively worn tires on a snow covered road).
OThe vehicle hydroplanes while driv-ing at high speed on wet or slick roads.
QStopping distance when the ABS is operating may exceed that of
normal conditions
The ABS is not designed to shorten the vehicle’s stopping distance.
Always maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front of you, especially in the following situations:
OWhen driving on dirt, gravel or snow-covered roads
OWhen driving with tire chains

451
7
7-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Maintenance and care
WARNING
QWhen working on the engine compartment
OMake sure that “IGNITION ON” on the multi-information display and the “READY” indicator are both off.
OKeep hands, clothing and tools away from the moving fan.
OBe careful not to touch the engine, power control unit, radiator, exhaust
manifold, etc. right after driving as they may be hot. Oil and other flu-ids may also be hot.
ODo not leave anything that may burn easily, such as paper and
rags, in the engine compartment.
ODo not smoke, cause sparks or
expose an open flame to fuel. Fuel fumes are flammable.
OTake care because brake fluid can harm your hands or eyes and dam-age painted surfaces. If fluid gets
on your hands or in your eyes, flush the affected area with clean water immediately. If you still experience
discomfort, consult a doctor.
QWhen working near the electric
cooling fan or radiator grille
Be sure the power switch is off. With the power switch in ON, the
electric cooling fan may automatically start to run if the air conditioning is on and/or the coolant temperature is
high. ( P.458)
QSafety glasses
Wear safety glasses to prevent flying or falling material, fluid spray, etc., from getting in your eyes.
NOTICE
QIf you remove the air cleaner fil-ter
Driving with the air cleaner filter removed may cause excessive engine wear due to dirt in the air.
QIf the fluid level is low or high
It is normal for the brake fluid level to
go down slightly as the brake pads wear or when the fluid level in the accumulator is high.
If the reservoir needs frequent refill- ing, it may indicate a serious problem.

459
7
7-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Maintenance and care
Without level gauge
Type A: If any washer does not
work, the washer tank may be
empty. Add washer fluid.
Type B: If any washer does not
work or the warning message
appears on the multi-information
display, the washer tank may be
empty. Add washer fluid.
With level gauge
If the washer fluid level is at “LOW”,
add washer fluid.
QUsing the gauge (if equipped)
The washer fluid level can be checked
by observing the position of the level on the liquid-covered holes in the gauge.
If the level falls below the second hole
from the bottom (the “LOW” position), refill the washer fluid.
Current fluid level
WARNING
QWhen the hybrid system is hot
Do not touch the radiator or con-
denser as they may be hot and cause serious injuries, such as burns.
QWhen the electric cooling fan is operating
Do not touch the engine compart-
ment.
With the power switch in ON, the electric cooling fan may automatically
start to run if the air conditioning is on and/or the coolant temperature is high. Be sure the power switch is off
when working near the electric cool- ing fan or radiator grille.
Checking and adding the
washer fluid
WARNING
QWhen adding washer fluid
Do not add washer fluid when the hybrid system is hot or operating as
washer fluid contains alcohol and may catch fire if spilled on the hybrid system, etc.
A

465
7 7-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Maintenance and care
every 5000 km (3000 miles).
Do not fail to initialize the tire pressure
warning system after tire rotation.
Front
QWhen rotating the tires
Make sure that the power switch is OFF.
If the tires are rotated while the power
switch is in ON, the tire position informa-
tion will not be updated.
If this accidentally occurs, either turn the
power switch to OFF and then to ON, or
initialize the system after checking that
the tire pressure is properly adjusted.
Your vehicle is equipped with a tire
pressure warning system that uses
tire pressure warning valves and
transmitters to detect low tire infla-
tion pressure before serious prob-
lems arise.
The tire pressure warning system
of this vehicle adopts a 2-type
warning system
When “Adjust Pressure” is dis-
played (Normal Warning)
The tire pressure warning light comes
on and a buzzer sounds when the tire inflation pressure becomes low due to
natural air leakage or outside tempera-
ture. (Ways of coping: P.515, 564)
When “Immediately Check tire
when Safe” is displayed (Emer-
gency Warning)
The tire pressure warning light comes
on and a buzzer sounds when the tire
inflation pressure becomes low sud-
denly due to a blowout. (Ways of cop-
ing: P.515, 522, 533)
However, the system may not be able
to detect sudden tire ruptures (bursting,
etc.).
The tire pressure detected by the
tire pressure warning system can
be displayed on the multi-informa-
tion display.
The unit can be changed.
QHow to change the unit
1Park the vehicle in a safe place
and turn the power switch off.
Changing the unit cannot be performed
while the vehicle is moving.
2Turn the power switch to ON.
Tire pressure warning sys-
tem
A

4667-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
3Press or of the meter
control switches on the steering
wheel and select .
4Press or of the meter
control switches and select
“Vehicle Settings”, and then
press and hold .
5Press or of the meter
control switches and select
“TPWS”, and then press .
6Press or to select “Set-
ting Unit”.
7Press or to select the
desired unit and then press .
QRoutine tire inflation pressure
checks
The tire pressure warning system does
not replace routine tire inflation pressure
checks. Make sure to check tire inflation
pressure as part of your routine of daily
vehicle checks.
QTire inflation pressure
OIt may take a few minutes to display
the tire inflation pressure after the
power switch is turned to ON. It may
also take a few minutes to display the
tire inflation pressure after inflation
pressure has been adjusted.
OTire inflation pressure changes with
temperature. The displayed values
may also be different from the values
measured using a tire pressure
gauge.
QSituations in which the tire pres-
sure warning system may not oper-
ate properly
OIn the following cases, the tire pres-
sure warning system may not operate
properly.
• If non-genuine Toyota wheels are
used.
• A tire has been replaced with a tire
that is not an OE (Original Equipment)
tire.
• A tire has been replaced with a tire
that is not of the specified size.
• Tire chains, etc. are equipped.
• An auxiliary-supported run-flat tire is
equipped.
• If a window tint that affects the radio
wave signals is installed.
• If there is a lot of snow or ice on the
vehicle, particularly around the wheels
or wheel housings.
• If the tire inflation pressure is
extremely higher than the specified
level.
• If wheels without tire pressure warning
valves and transmitters are used.
• If the ID code on the tire pressure
warning valves and transmitters is not
registered in the tire pressure warning
computer.
OPerformance may be affected in the
following situations.
• Near a TV tower, electric power plant,
gas station, radio station, large dis-
play, airport or other facility that gen-
erates strong radio waves or electrical
noise
• When carrying a portable radio, cellu-
lar phone, cordless phone or other
wireless communication device
If tire position information is not cor-
rectly displayed due to the radio wave
conditions, the display may be cor-
rected by driving and changing the
radio wave conditions.
OWhen the vehicle is parked, the time

4687-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
QThe tire pressure warning sys-
tem must be initialized in the
following circumstances:
When rotating the tires.
When changing the tire.
After registering the ID codes.
(P.470)
When changing between two
registered wheel sets.
When the tire pressure warning
system is initialized, the current tire
inflation pressure is set as the
benchmark pressure.
QHow to initialize the tire pres-
sure warning system
1Park the vehicle in a safe place
and stop the hybrid system for
20 minutes or more.
Initialization cannot be performed while
the vehicle is moving.
2Adjust the tire inflation pressure
to the specified cold tire inflation
pressure level. (P.564)
Make sure to adjust the tire pressure to
the specified cold tire inflation pressure
level. The tire pressure warning system
will operate based on this pressure
level.
3Start the hybrid system.4Press or of the meter
control switches on the steering
wheel and select .
5Press or of the meter
control switches, select “Vehi-
cle Settings” and then press and
hold .
6Press or of the meter
control switches, select “TPWS”
and then press .
7Press or of the meter
control switches, select the “Set-
ting Pressure”. Then press and
hold .
“Set Pressure Accepted” will be dis-
played on the multi-information display
and the tire pressure warning light will
blink 3 times.
When the message disappears, initial-
ization is complete.
A message is displayed on the multi-
information display. Also, “--” is dis-
played for inflation pressure of each tire
on the multi-information display while
the tire pressure warning system deter-
mines the position.
8Drive straight (with occasional
left and right turns) at approxi-
mately 40 km/h (25mph) or
Initializing the tire pressure
warning system