Ev button TOYOTA RAV4 PLUG-IN HYBRID 2022 Owner's Guide

2785-2. Driving procedures
shifting to 5 or 4. ( P.279, 280)
OWhen switching the driving mode to sport mode while driving in D position.
( P.387)
QRestraining sudden start (Drive- Start Control)
 P.262
While the power switch is
in ON and the brake pedal
depressed*, shift the shift lever
while pushing the shift release but-
ton on the shift knob.
Shift the shift lever while
pushing the shift release button on
the shift knob.
Shift the shift lever nor-
mally.
When shifting the shift lever between P
and D, make sure that the vehicle is
completely stopped and the brake
pedal is depressed.
*: For the vehicle to be able to be
WARNING
QWhen driving on slippery road surfaces
Be careful of downshifting and sud-
den acceleration, as this could result in the vehicle skidding to the side or spinning.
NOTICE
QHybrid battery (traction battery) charge
If the shift lever is in N, the hybrid bat- tery (traction battery) will not be charging, even when the engine is
running. Therefore, if the vehicle is left with the shift lever in N for a long
period of time, the hybrid battery (traction battery) will discharge, and this may result in the vehicle not
being able to start.
Shifting the shift lever

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5-2. Driving procedures
Driving
shifted from P, the brake pedal must
be depressed before the shift release
button is pushed. If the shift release
button is pushed first, the shift lock
will not be released.
QShift lock system
The shift lock system is a system to pre- vent accidental operation of the shift
lever in starting. The shift lever can be shifted from P only when the power switch is in ON, the
brake pedal is depressed and the shift release button is pushed.
QIf the shift lever cannot be shifted from P
First, check whether the brake pedal is being depressed.If the shift lever cannot be shifted even
though the brake pedal is depressed and the shift release button is pushed, there may be a problem with the shift
lock system. Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reli-
able repairer immediately. The following steps may be used as an emergency measure to ensure that the
shift lever can be shifted.
Releasing the shift lock:
1 Pull the parking brake switch to
check that the parking brake is set. ( P.282)
2 Turn the power switch off.
3 Depress the brake pedal.
4 Pry the cover up with a flathead screwdriver or equivalent tool.
To prevent damage to the cover, cover the tip of the screwdriver with a rag.
5 Press and hold the shift lock override
button and then push the button on the shift knob.The shift lever can be shifted while
both buttons are pressed.
 P.387
To drive using temporary shift
range selection, operate the “-”
paddle shift switch. The shift range
can then be selected by operating
the “-” and “+” paddle shift
switches. Changing the shift range
allows restriction of the highest
gear, preventing upshifting and
WARNING
QTo prevent an accident when releasing the shift lock
Before pressing the shift lock override button, make sure to set the parking brake and depress the brake pedal.
If the accelerator pedal is accidentally depressed instead of the brake pedal when the shift lock override button is
pressed and the shift lever is shifted out of P, the vehicle may suddenly start, possibly leading to an accident
resulting in death or serious injury.
Selecting the driving mode
Selecting shift ranges in the
D position (vehicles with
paddle shift switches)

2865-2. Driving procedures
enabled, the system will turn off and the
brake hold standby indicator light will go off. In addition, if any of the conditions are detected while the system is holding
the brake, a warning buzzer will sound and a message will be shown on the multi-information display. The parking
brake will then be set automatically.
QBrake hold function
OIf the brake pedal is left released for a
period of about 3 minutes after the system has started holding the brake, the parking brake will be set automati-
cally. In this case, a warning buzzer sounds and a message is shown on the multi-information display.
OTo turn the system off while the sys-tem is holding the brake, firmly
depress the brake pedal and press the button again.
OThe brake hold function may not hold the vehicle when the vehicle is on a steep incline. In this situation, it may
be necessary for the driver to apply the brakes. A warning buzzer will sound and the multi-information dis-
play will inform the driver of this situa- tion. If a warning message is shown on the multi-information display, read
the message and follow the instruc- tions.
QWhen the parking brake is set auto-matically while the system is hold-
ing the brakes
Perform any of the following operations to release the parking brake.
ODepress the accelerator pedal. (The parking brake will not be released
automatically if the seat belt is not fas- tened.)
OOperate the parking brake switch with the brake pedal depressed.
Make sure that the parking brake indica-
tor light goes off. ( P.282)
QWhen an inspection at any autho-
rized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer is necessary
When the brake hold standby indicator (green) does not illuminate even when the brake hold switch is pressed with the
brake hold system operating conditions met, the system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected at any
authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
QIf “Brake Hold Malfunction Press
Brake to Deactivate Visit Your Dealer” or “Brake Hold Malfunction Visit Your Dealer” is displayed on
the multi-information display
The system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by any
authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
QWarning messages and buzzers
Warning messages and buzzers are used to indicate a system malfunction or to inform the driver of the need for cau-
tion. If a warning message is shown on the multi-information display, read the message and follow the instructions.
QIf the brake hold operated indicator
flashes
 P.514
WARNING
QWhen the vehicle is on a steep
incline
Take care when using the brake hold system on a steep incline, exercise
caution. The brake hold function may not hold brakes in such situations.
Also, the system may not activate
depending on the angle of the slope.

4066-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
6-1.Using the a ir c onditioning sys te m and de fog ger
Automatic mode switch
Left-hand side temperature control switch
Right-hand side temperature control switch
“DUAL” switch
“OFF” switch
Windshield defogger switch
Rear window defogger and outside rear view mirror defoggers switch
Blower customization switch
Fan speed decrease switch
Fan speed increase switch
Airflow mode control switch
Outside/recirculated air mode switch
S-FLOW mode switch
“A/C” switch
The illustration is for left-hand drive vehicles. The button positions are
reversed for right-hand drive vehicles.
Automatic air conditioning system
Air outlets and fan speed are automatically adjusted according to
the temperature setting.
Air conditioning controls
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
J
K
L
M
N

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6-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Interior features
QAdjusting the temperature set-
ting
Turn driver’s side temperature con-
trol dial clockwise to increases the
temperature and turn the dial coun-
terclockwise to decreases the tem-
perature.
The air conditioning system switches
between individual and simultaneous
modes each time the “DUAL” switch is
pressed.
Simultaneous mode (the indicator on
the “DUAL” switch is off):
The driver’s side temperature control
dial can be used to adjust the tempera-
ture for the driver’s and passenger’s
side. At this time, operate the passen-
ger’s side temperature control dial to
enter individual mode.
Individual mode (the indicator on the
“DUAL” switch is on):
The temperature for the driver’s and
passenger’s side can be adjusted sepa-
rately.
QSetting the fan speed
Press the fan speed increase
switch to increase the fan speed
and the fan speed decrease switch
to decrease the fan speed.
Pressing the “OFF” switch to turns off
the fan.
QChange the airflow mode
Press the airflow mode control
switch.
The airflow mode changes as follows
each time the switch is pressed.
1 Upper body
2 Upper body and feet
3 Feet
4 Feet and the windshield defog-
ger operates
QSwitching between outside air
and recirculated air modes
Press the outside/recirculated air
mode switch.
The mode switches between outside air
mode (the indicator is off) and recircu-
lated air mode (the indicator is on) each
time the button is pressed.
QSet cooling and dehumidifica-
tion function
Press the “A/C” switch.
When the function is on, the indicator
illuminates on the “A/C” switch.
QDefogging the windshield
Defoggers are used to defog the
windshield and front side windows.
Press the windshield defogger
switch.
Set the outside/recirculated air mode
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6-3. Using the storage features
Interior features
Unlock with the mechanical key
Lock with the mechanical key
Open (pull up the lever)
Lift the lid while pushing the button
to release the lock.
QConsole box tray
The tray can be removed and stored in
the bottom of the console box.
WARNING
QItems that should not be left in the vehicle
Do not leave glasses, lighters or spray cans in the storage spaces, as this may cause the following when
cabin temperature becomes high:
OGlasses may be deformed by heat or cracked if they come into contact
with other stored items.
OLighters or spray cans may
explode. If they come into contact with other stored items, the lighter may catch fire or the spray can may
release gas, causing a fire hazard.
Glove box
WARNING
QCaution while driving
Keep the glove box closed. In the event of sudden braking or sudden swerving, an accident may occur due
to an occupant being struck by the open glove box or the items stored inside.
A
B
C
Console box
WARNING
QCaution while driving
Keep the console box closed.
Injuries may result in the event of an accident or sudden braking.

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7-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Maintenance and care
nal facing up.
4 When installing, reverse the
steps listed.
WARNING
QBattery precautions
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
ODo not swallow the battery. Doing
so may cause chemical burns.
OA coin battery or button battery is
used in the electronic key. If a bat- tery is swallowed, it may cause severe chemical burns in as little as
2 hours and may result in death or serious injury.
OKeep away new and removed bat-teries from children.
OIf the cover cannot be firmly closed, stop using the electronic key and stow the key in the place where
children cannot reach, and then contact any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized
repairer, or any reliable repairer as soon as possible.
OIf you accidentally swallow a battery or put a battery into a part of your body, get emergency medical atten-
tion immediately.
QTo prevent battery explosion or leakage of flammable liquid or gas
OReplace the battery with a new bat-tery of the same type. If a wrong type of battery is used, it may
explode.
ODo not expose batteries to
extremely low pressure due to high altitude or extremely high tempera-tures.
ODo not burn, break or cut a battery.
QCertification for the electronic key battery
CAUTION
RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE.
DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUC-TIONS
NOTICE
QWhen replacing the battery
Use a flathead screwdriver of appro- priate size. Applying excessive force
may deform or damage the cover.
QFor normal operation after
replacing the battery
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidents:
OAlways work with dry hands.Moisture may cause the battery to rust.
ODo not touch or move any other component inside the remote con-
trol.
ODo not bend either of the battery
terminals.

5448-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Therefore, fill the fuel tank carefully and
slowly.
QWhen the electronic key does not work properly
OMake sure that the smart entry & start system has not been deactivated in
the customization setting. If it is off, turn the function on. (Customizable features: P.573)
OCheck if battery-saving mode is set. If it is set, cancel the function. ( P.222)
OThe electronic key function may have
stopped. ( P.222)
If the electronic key
does not operate prop-
erly
If communication between the
electronic key and vehicle is
interrupted ( P.222) or the
electronic key cannot be used
because the battery is
depleted, the smart entry &
start system, push button start
and wireless remote control
cannot be used. In such cases,
the doors can be opened and
the hybrid system can be
started by following the proce-
dure below.
NOTICE
QIn case of a smart entry & start system malfunction, or other key
related problems
Take your vehicle with all the elec- tronic keys provided with your vehicle
to any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.

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9-2. Customization
Vehicle specifications
9-2.Customiz ation
QChanging using the naviga-
tion/multimedia system
1 Press the “MENU” button.
2 Select “Setup” on the menu
screen and select “Vehicle”.
3 Select “Vehicle Customization”.
Various setting can be changed.
Refer to the list of settings that can
be changed for details.
QChanging using the multi-
information display
1 Press or of the meter
control switches and select .
2 Press or of the meter
control switches, select the item.
3 To switch the function on and
off, press to switch to the
desired setting.
4 To perform detailed setting of
functions that support detailed
settings, press and hold and
display the setting screen.
The method of performing detailed set- ting differs for each screen. Please
refer to the advice sentence displayed on the screen.
To go back to the previous screen or
exit the customize mode, press .
QWhen customizing using the navi- gation/multimedia system or multi-information display
Stop the vehicle in a safe place, apply the parking brake, and shift the shift lever to P. Also, to prevent 12-volt bat-
tery discharge, leave the hybrid system operating while customizing the fea-tures.
Customizable features
Your vehicle includes a variety
of electronic features that can
be personalized to suit your
preferences. The settings of
these features can be changed
using the multi-information
display, navigation/multimedia
system, or at any authorized
Toyota retailer or Toyota
authorized repairer, or any reli-
able repairer.
Customizing vehicle fea-
tures
WARNING
QDuring customization
As the hybrid system needs to be operating during customization,
ensure that the vehicle is parked in a place with adequate ventilation. In a closed area such as a garage,
exhaust gases including harmful car- bon monoxide (CO) may collect and
enter the vehicle. This may lead to death or a serious health hazard.
NOTICE
QDuring customization
To prevent 12-volt battery discharge, ensure that the hybrid system is oper-
ating while customizing features.

5809-2. Customization
QSeat ventilators* (P.416)
*: If equipped
QRemote Air Conditioning System (P.414)
QIllumination (P.419)
A/C Auto switch operationOnOffO–O
Switching to the outside air
mode when the vehicle is
parked
OnOff––O
FunctionDefault
settingCustomized
setting
Blower levelNormalDecrease––O
FunctionDefault
settingCustomized
setting
Operation using the “A/C” button
on the wireless remote controlPress and hold
(short)
Press once
––O
Press twice
Press and hold
(long)
Off
Stopping operation using the
“A/C” button on the wireless
remote control
Press twice
Press once
––O
Press and hold
(short)
Press and hold
(long)
Off
FunctionDefault
settingCustomized
setting
Time elapsed before the interior
lights turn off15 seconds
Off
O–O7.5 seconds
30 seconds
FunctionDefault
settingCustomized
settingABC
ABC
ABC
ABC