TOYOTA RAV4 PLUG-IN HYBRID 2022 Owners Manual

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6 6-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Interior features
• is operating
QWater droplets during air condi-
tioning operation
The outside heat exchanger, accumula-
tor and air conditioning piping may incur
condensation or frost may form. During
or after the air conditioning operation,
water droplets may fall from the vehicle.
However, it is not a malfunction.
Accumulator
Outside heat exchanger
QFogging up of the windows
OThe windows will easily fog up when
the humidity in the vehicle is high.
Turning “A/C” switch on will dehumid-
ify the air from the outlets and defog
the windshield effectively.
OIf you turn “A/C” switch off, the win-
dows may fog up more easily.
OThe windows may fog up if the recir-
culated air mode is used.
QWhile using “My Room Mode”
OIt may not be possible to obtain the
intended defogging performance even
if is pressed. If the windows
need to be defogged before driving,
stop charging power and then press
.
OWhen the outside temperature is low,
heating may feel insufficient due to
restricted operation of the air condi-
tioning. Heating cannot be performed
when it is -10°C (14°F) or less as the gasoline engine cannot be started
during “My Room Mode”. If heating is
desired, stop charging and remove
the AC charging cable from the vehi-
cle.
QWhen driving on dusty roads
Close all windows. If dust thrown up by
the vehicle is still drawn into the vehicle
after closing the windows, it is recom-
mended that the air intake mode be set
to outside air mode and the fan speed to
any setting except off.
QOutside/recirculated air mode
OSetting to the recirculated air mode
temporarily is recommended in pre-
venting dirty air from entering the
vehicle interior and helping to cool the
vehicle when the outside air tempera-
ture is high.
OOutside/recirculated air mode may
automatically switch depending on the
temperature setting or the inside tem-
perature.
QOperation of the air conditioning
system in Eco drive mode
OIn Eco drive mode, the air conditioning
system is controlled as follows to pri-
oritize fuel efficiency:
• Engine speed and compressor opera-
tion controlled to restrict heating/cool-
ing capacity
• Fan speed restricted when automatic
mode is selected
OTo improve air conditioning perfor-
mance, perform the following opera-
tions:
• Turn off Eco drive mode (P.387)
• Turn off blower customization
(P.408)
QWhen the outside temperature falls
to nearly 0°C (32°F)
The dehumidification function may not
operate even when “A/C” switch is
pressed.
QVentilation and air conditioning
odors
OTo let fresh air in, set the air condition-
ing system to the outside air mode.
A
B

4106-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
ODuring use, various odors from inside
and outside the vehicle may enter into and accumulate in the air conditioning system. This may then cause odor to
be emitted from the vents.
OTo reduce potential odors from occur-
ring: • It is recommended that the air condi-tioning system be set to outside air
mode prior to turning the vehicle off. • The start timing of the blower may be delayed for a short period of time
immediately after the air conditioning system is started in automatic mode.
OWhen parking, the system automati-cally switches to outside air mode to encourage better air circulation
throughout the vehicle, helping to reduce odors that occur when starting the vehicle.
QAir conditioning filter
 P.475
QNoise from air conditioning system
Approximately 90 seconds after the power switch turned to OFF, you may
hear sound coming from air conditioning system. This is the sound of a air condi-tioning system initialize and, it does not
indicate a malfunction.
QCustomization
Settings (e.g. A/C Auto switch opera- tion) can be changed.
(Customizable features: P.579)
1Press the “AUTO” switch.
The dehumidification function begins to
operate. Air outlets and fan speed are automatically adjusted according to the temperature setting and humidity.
2 Adjust the temperature setting.
3 To stop the operation, press the
“OFF” switch.
If the fan speed setting or air flow
modes are operated, the automatic
mode indicator goes off. However,
automatic mode for functions other
than that operated is maintained.
QUsing automatic mode
Fan speed is adjusted automatically
according to the temperature setting and the ambient conditions.
WARNING
QCautions for using “My Room Mode”
Do not leave children, people who need assistance, or pets inside the vehicle. The system may turn off
automatically and the interior tem- perature may become high or low, resulting in heat stroke, dehydration
or hypothermia. Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
QTo prevent the windshield from fogging up
Do not use the windshield defogger
switch during cool air operation in extremely humid weather.The difference between the tempera-
ture of the outside air and that of the windshield can cause the outer sur-face of the windshield to fog up,
blocking your vision.
QWhen the outside rear view mir-
ror defoggers are operating
Do not touch the rear view mirror sur- faces when the outside rear view mir-
ror defoggers are on.
NOTICE
QTo prevent 12-volt battery dis- charge
Do not leave the air conditioning sys- tem on longer than necessary when the hybrid system is off.
Using automatic mode

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6-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Interior features
Therefore, the fan may stop for a while
until warm or cool air is ready to flow immediately after the “AUTO” switch is pressed.
QWindshield fog detection function
When automatic mode is set, the humid- ity sensor detects fog on the windshield and controls the air conditioning system
to prevent fog.
This feature is used to prevent ice
from building up on the windshield
and wiper blades.
Press the switch to turn the system
on/off.
The indicator comes on when the sys-
tem is on.
Vehicles with windshield wiper de-icer:
The windshield wiper de-icer will auto-
matically turn off after a period of time.
Vehicles with Heated Windshield
Defroster:
 The Heated Windshield
Defroster will automatically turn
off in 4 minutes.
 The Heated Windshield
Defroster will not operate if the
outside temperature is 5°C
(41°F) or higher.
Windshield wiper de-icer switch
Heated Windshield Defroster
switch
This function automatically controls
the air conditioning airflow so that
priority is given to the front seats.
When the front passenger seat is
not occupied, airflow may switch to
only the driver’s seat. Unnecessary
air conditioning is suppressed, con-
Windshield wiper de-icer (if
equipped)/Heated Wind-
shield Defroster (if
equipped)
WARNING
QTo prevent burns
OVehicles with windshield wiper
deicer: Do not touch the glass at lower part of the windshield or to the side of the front pillars when the
windshield wiper de-icer is on.
OVehicles with Heated Windshield
Defroster: Do not touch the wind- shield (especially the lower part) as the surfaces can become very hot
when the Heated Windshield Defroster is on.
Front seat concentrated air-
flow mode (S-FLOW)
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B

4126-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
tributing to increased fuel effi-
ciency.
Front seat concentrated airflow
mode operates in the following situ-
ations.
No passengers are detected in
the rear seats
The windshield defogger is not
operating
While operating, illuminates.
QManually turning front seat
concentrated airflow mode
on/off
In front seat concentrated airflow
mode, directing airflow to the front
seats only and to all seats can be
switched via switch operation.
When the mode has been switched
manually, automatic airflow control
stops operating.
Press the on the air condition-
ing operation panel and switch the
airflow.
Indicator illuminated: Airflow to
the front seats only
Indicator off: Airflow to all the
seats
QOperation of automatic airflow con-
trol
OIn order to maintain a comfortable
interior, airflow may be directed to
seats without passengers immediately
after the hybrid system is started and
at other times depending on the out-
side temperature.
OAfter the hybrid system is started, if passengers move around inside or
enter/exit the vehicle, the system can-
not accurately detect the presence of
passengers and automatic airflow
control will not operate.
QOperation of manual airflow control
Even if the function is manually switched
to directing airflow to only the front
seats, when a rear seat is occupied, it
may automatically direct airflow to all
seats.
QTo return to automatic airflow con-
trol
1With the indicator off, turn the power
switch off.
2After 60 minutes or more elapse,
turn the power switch to ON.
QLocation of air outlets
The air outlets and air volume
change according to the selected
air flow mode.
Air outlet layout and opera-
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6-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Interior features
QAdjusting the air flow direction
and opening/closing the air
outlets
Front
1 Direct air flow to the left or right,
up or down
2 Open the vent
3 Close the vent
Rear
1 Direct air flow to the left or right,
up or down
2 Open the vent
3 Close the vent
WARNING
QTo not interrupt the windshield defogger from operating
Do not place anything on the instru- ment panel which may cover the air outlets. Otherwise, air flow may be
obstructed, preventing the windshield defoggers from defogging.
NOTICE
QHumidity sensor
In order to detect fog on the wind- shield, a sensor which monitors the
temperature of the windshield, the surround humidity, etc. is installed.
Follow these points to avoid damag-
ing the sensor:
ODo not disassemble the sensor
ODo not spray the glass cleaner on the sensor or subject it to strong
impacts
ODo not stick anything on the sensor

4146-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
If the Remote Air Conditioning Sys-
tem is used while the AC charging
cable is connected to the vehicle,
electricity from an external power
source can be used minimizing the
drop in charge of the hybrid battery
(traction battery).
Charging will be conducted automati-
cally after the Remote Air Conditioning
System is stopped.
Check the temperature setting of
the air conditioning system.
(P.406)
The Remote Air Conditioning System
will operate in accordance with the tem-
perature settings of the air conditioning
system.
Press and hold “A/C” on the wire-
less remote control to operate the
Remote Air Conditioning System.
The system can be stopped by press-
ing “A/C” twice.
QOperating conditions
The system will only operate if all of the
following conditions are met:
OThe shift lever is in P.
OThe power switch is off.
OAll doors are closed.
OThe hood is closed.
QRemote Air Conditioning System
automatic shut-off
The system will automatically shut off
under the following conditions:
OAbout 20 minutes have passed since
operation began
OAny one of the operating conditions is
not met
The system may also shut off if the
charge level of the hybrid battery (trac-
tion battery) drops to low.
QConditions affecting operation
The system may not start in the follow-
ing situations:
OThe charge level of the hybrid battery
(traction battery) is low
Remote Air Conditioning
System
The Remote Air Conditioning
System uses electrical energy
stored in the hybrid battery
(traction battery) and allows
the air conditioning to be oper-
ated by remote control.
Before leaving the vehicle
Activating the Remote Air
Conditioning System

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6-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Interior features
OThe outside temperature is extremely
low
OWhen the hybrid system is cool (for
example, after being left for a long time in low temperatures)
QWindshield defogger
When defogging the windshield using
the Remote Air Conditioning System, defogging may be insufficient due to the power being restricted more than during
normal air conditioning operation. Also, the outside of the windshield may fog up due to the outside temperature, humidity
or air conditioning set temperature.
QUsing the heater via the Remote Air Conditioning System
OWhen the outside temperature is low, heating may feel insufficient due to restricted operation of the air condi-
tioning.
OWhen the outside heat exchanger
becomes frosted over, heating perfor- mance may decline due to automati-cally switching to the frost removal
operation. ( P.406)
QSecurity feature
Any unlocked doors will be automatically locked when the system is operating.
The emergency flashers flash to indicate that the doors have been locked or the system has been turned off.
QConditions affecting operation
 P.222
QWhile the Remote Air Conditioning System is operating
ODepending on the operating condition of the Remote Air Conditioning Sys-tem, the air conditioning compressor
or cooling fan may spin and an operat- ing noise may be heard.However, this does not indicate a mal-
function.
OThe air conditioning operation
switches, etc. will not operate while the Remote Air Conditioning System is operating.
QElectronic key battery depletion
 P.200
QWhen the electronic key battery is fully depleted
 P.486
QCustomization
Setting (e.g. Operation using “A/C” on the wireless remote control) can be changed. (Customizable features:
 P.569)
WARNING
QPrecautions for the Remote Air Conditioning System
ODo not use the system if people are in the vehicle. Even when the system is in use, the
internal temperature may still reach a high or low level due to features such as the automatic shut-off.
Children and pets left inside the vehicle may suffer heatstroke dehy-dration or hypothermia, or could
result in death or serious injury.
ODepending on the surrounding envi-
ronment, signals from the wireless switch may transmit further than expected. Pay appropriate attention
to the vehicle’s surroundings and use the switch only when neces-sary.
ODo not operate “A/C” on the wire-less remote control if the hood is
open. The air conditioning may operate unintentionally and objects may be drawn into the electrical
cooling fan.
NOTICE
QTo prevent the hybrid battery (traction battery) from being dis-charged
Use “A/C” on the wireless remote control only when necessary.

4166-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
*: If equipped
Turns the heated steering wheel
on/off
The indicator light comes on when the
heated steering wheel is operating.
QOperation condition
The power switch is in ON.
Heated steering
wheel*/Front seat heat-
ers*/Front seat heaters
and ventilators*/Rear
seat heaters
 Heated steering wheel
Warm up the grip of the steering
wheel
 Front seat heaters
Warm up the front seat uphol-
stery
 Front seat ventilators
Maintain good ventilation by pull-
ing air through the Front seat
upholstery
 Rear seat heaters
Warm up the rear seat upholstery
WARNING
QTo prevent minor burn injuries
Care should be taken if anyone in the following categories comes in contact with the steering wheel or seats when
the heater is on:
OBabies, small children, the elderly, the sick and the physically chal-
lenged
OPersons with sensitive skin
OPersons who are fatigued
OPersons who have taken alcohol or drugs that induce sleep (sleeping drugs, cold remedies, etc.)
QTo prevent causes of overheat-ing and minor burn injuries
Observe the following precautions
when using a seat heater:
ODo not cover the seat with a blanket or cushion when using the seat
heater.
ODo not use seat heater more than
necessary.
NOTICE
QTo prevent damage to the seat heaters and seat ventilators
Do not put heavy objects that have an uneven surface on the seat and do not stick sharp objects (needles,
nails, etc.) into the seat.
QTo prevent 12-volt battery dis-
charge
Do not use the functions when the hybrid system is off.
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Interior features
Turns the seat heaters on/off
1 High temperature
2 Low temperature
When the seat heater is on, the
indicator illuminates on the seat
heater switch.
When not in use, put the switch in
the neutral position. The indicator
will turn off.
Turns the front seat heaters and
ventilators on/off
Each time the switch is pressed, the
operation condition changes as follows.
Hi (3 segments lit)  Mid (2 segments
lit)  Lo (1 segment lit)  Off
1Turns the seat heater on
The level indicators (yellow) light
up during operation.
2 Turns the seat ventilator on
The level indicators (green) light up
during operation.
QOperation condition
The power switch is in ON.
QAir conditioning system-linked
control mode
When a seat ventilator is set to Hi, the fan speed of the seat ventilator may
increase according to the fan speed of the air conditioning system.
QCustomization
Seat ventilation blower level can be cus-
tomized. (Customizable features: P.580)
Turns the seat heaters on/off
The indicator light comes on when
the seat heater is operating.
Operating the front seat
heaters
Operating the front seat
heaters and ventilators
Operating the rear seat heat-
ers
A
A

4186-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
QOperation condition
The power switch is in ON.