smart TOYOTA RAV4 EV 2012 1.G Owners Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTSIndex
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1-1. EV systemCharacteristics of the EV (Electric Vehicle) system .... 26
EV (Electric Vehicle) system precautions ............ 32
Energy monitor/ consumption screen ........... 38
EV (Electric Vehicle) driving tips .......................... 41
1-2. Navigation system screen operations
Navigation system screen operations .......................... 44
1-3. Charging Charging equipment ............. 46
Power sources that can be used .............................. 50
Charging and pre-climate (Remote Climate Control)
procedures ......................... 53
When normal charging cannot be carried out ......... 88
Inspecting the charging cable .................................. 92
1-4. Key information Keys ..................................... 94 1-5. Opening, closing and
locking the doors
Smart key system ................. 96
Wireless remote control ...... 108
Side doors .......................... 110
Back door ........................... 113
1-6. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors,
steering wheel)
Front seats.......................... 118
Rear seats .......................... 121
Head restraints ................... 127
Seat belts............................ 131
Steering wheel .................... 140
Anti-glare inside rear view mirror ........................ 141
Outside rear view mirrors ... 143
1-7. Opening and closing the windows
Power windows................... 146
1-8. Theft deterrent system Immobilizer system ............. 149
Theft prevention labels ....... 151
1-9. Safety information Correct driving posture ....... 152
SRS airbags ....................... 154
Front passenger occupant classification system ......... 166
Child restraint systems ....... 172
Installing child restraints ..... 176
1Before driving

Before driving1
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1-1. EV systemCharacteristics of the EV (Electric Vehicle)
system ............................. 26
EV (Electric Vehicle) system precautions .......... 32
Energy monitor/ consumption screen......... 38
EV (Electric Vehicle) driving tips........................ 41
1-2. Navigation system screen operations
Navigation system screen operations ........................ 44
1-3. Charging Charging equipment........... 46
Power sources that can be used ............................ 50
Charging and pre-climate (Remote Climate Control)
procedures ....................... 53
When normal charging cannot be carried out ....... 88
Inspecting the charging cable ................................ 92
1-4. Key information Keys ................................... 94
1-5. Opening, closing and locking the doors
Smart key system .............. 96 Wireless remote control ... 108
Side doors ........................ 110
Back door ......................... 113
1-6. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors,
steering wheel)
Front seats ....................... 118
Rear seats........................ 121
Head restraints................. 127
Seat belts ......................... 131
Steering wheel ................. 140
Anti-glare inside rear view mirror ..................... 141
Outside rear view mirrors............................ 143
1-7. Opening and closing the windows
Power windows ................ 146
1-8. Theft deterrent system Immobilizer system .......... 149
Theft prevention labels..... 151
1-9. Safety information Correct driving posture..... 152
SRS airbags ..................... 154
Front passenger occupant classification system ...... 166
Child restraint systems..... 172
Installing child restraints ........................ 176

54 1-3. Charging
*: By using a smart phone, pre-climate operations and so forth can
be performed from a distant location. ( P. 58)
■ Important things to check be fore charging and pre-climate
operations (Remote Climate Control)
Before charging and pre-climate operations, always check that:
● The parking brake is securely set ( P. 216)
● The shift position is in P ( P. 206)
● All windows and doors are closed
● The motor compartment hood is securely closed
If the hood is open the electric cooling fans will not operate, raising
the temperature of the charger and traction battery. This may
increase charging time or cause charging to be aborted.
●All lights are turned off (For example, the headlights, emer-
gency flashers, interior lights, etc.)
If any lights are turned on, then these features will consume electric-
ity, and charging time will increase.
SystemDetails
Pre-climate
(Remote Climate
Control)*
The time when pre-climate operations are to be
completed by can be set for each day of the
week. Cabin temperature is adjusted before depar-
ture by performing climate control operations,
thereby reducing traction battery consumption
after departure. If these operations are per-
formed while the vehicle is plugged in, the
traction battery's power consumption is
reduced, increasing driving range. ( P. 66)
If the amount of charge remaining in the trac-
tion battery is 50% or less at the time pre-cli-
mate operations begin, pre-climate operations
will not be performed in order to preserve driv-
ing range.

58 1-3. Charging
■Charge mode
The RAV4 EV has the following 2 charge modes.
After understanding the characterist ics of each mode, select the
appropriate mode according to usage instructions.
*: This value is only a reference value, for a traction battery without any capacity deterioration. Depending on conditions such as air-
conditioning system usage, road conditions, years of usage and
so forth, the value may increase or decrease.
■ Linked smart phone function
For drivers who own a smart phone and have an active Entune
subscription, several features are available to remotely interact
with your vehicle.
For details, please refer to http://www.toyota.com/entune/
or call
1-800-331-4331
Charge modeCharge
amount*Details
Normal
charge
modeApproxi-
mately
80%
A mode that combines maximizing vehicle
performance and traction battery life. Every time the EV system is started, this
mode is selected regardless of the previ-
ous selection.
Toyota recommends charging using this
mode whenever long distance driving is
not necessary.
Extended
charge
mode
(P. 72)Approxi-
mately
100%A mode that maximizes driving range on a
single charge. Frequent use of this mode
may contribute to the reduction of the trac-
tion battery capacity over the vehicle life.

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1-3. Charging
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Before driving
*: If pre-climate operations are performed using a smart phone, this will not
be displayed even if the driver’s door is opened. ( P. 58)
In the following conditions, only the plug connection information will
be displayed:
● When the “POWER” switch is turned to ON mode after charging/
pre-climate operations.
● When the charging/pre-clim ate schedule is not set.
If pre-climate operations are performed using a smart phone, pre-climate
result will be displayed. (P. 58)
Setting and changing the schedule ( P. 66)
NameDetails
Plug connection information Displays if plug is currently plugged
in or not.
Current charging status Displays current charging status.
Estimated charging time Displays both 120 V and 240 V esti-
mated charging times.
When the plug is plugged in, only the
voltage of the connected receptacle
is displayed.
Pre-climate result Displays result of pre-climate opera-
tions (if they were completed or inter-
rupted and so forth).
Departure time* Displays scheduled departure time
pre-climate operations were per-
formed for.

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1-3. Charging
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Before driving
■
When not using the vehicle for an extended period of time
In order to preserve the traction battery, Toyota recommends plugging in the
vehicle whenever it is not in use.
Pre-climate operations will occur while the amount of charge remaining in
the traction battery is more than 50% at the time pre-climate operations
begin. If the schedule is left set, pre-climate operations will continue to func-
tion up to the maximum of 15 minutes even if the vehicle is not used for
extended periods of time. Because this uses energy from the traction bat-
tery, temporarily suspend the pre-climate schedule (smart phone exclusive
setting P. 58) or delete the pre-climate schedule, if the vehicle is not being
regularly used.
When using navigation screen operations, only canceling the schedule is
available. Because the schedule will need to be set once again when it is
used next time, Toyota recommends using a smart phone and temporarily
suspending the schedule.
■ If the amount of charge remaining in the traction battery becomes low
while driving
The driving power restriction output control warning light illuminates and
driving range is extended by automatically restricting driving power and air
conditioning system operations. Using the navigation system, promptly
search for the closest charging station and charge the vehicle. If the traction
battery fully discharges, driving will not be possible.
For information on how to search for a charging station, refer to the “Naviga-
tion System Owner's Manual”.
■ Charging schedule confirmation disp lay after switching the EV system
off
The current charging schedule will be displayed for a while after the EV sys-
tem is turned off. To change the charging schedule, set the schedule using
the navigation system’s screen. ( P. 64, 70)
■ If the charging port door is frozen
P. 268

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1-4. Key information
Keys
Using the mechanical keyTo take out the mechanical key,
push the release button and take
the key out.
After using the mechanical key,
store it in the electronic key. Carry
the mechanical key together with
the electronic key. If the electronic
key battery is depleted or the
entry function does not operate
properly, you will need the
mechanical key.
(P. 468)
The following keys are provid ed with the vehicle.
Electronic keys
• Operating the smart key
system ( P. 96)
• Operating the wireless remote control function
( P. 108)
Mechanical keys
Key number plate

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1-5. Opening, closing and locking the doors
Smart key system
The following operations can be performed simply by carrying the
electronic key on your person, for example in your pocket.
(The driver should always carry the electronic key.)
Locks and unlocks the doors ( P. 9 7 )
Locks and unlocks the back door ( P. 97)
Starts the EV system ( P. 200)
Electronic key
Electronic key
Electronic key

104 1-5. Opening, closing and locking the doors
■Battery-saving function
In the following circumstances, the entry function is disabled in order to pre-
vent the 12-volt battery from discharging and the electronic key battery from
depleting.
●When the entry function has not been used for 2 weeks or more.
● When the electronic key has been left within approximately 3 ft. (1 m) of
the vehicle for 10 minutes or more.
The system will resume operation when
● The vehicle is locked using the door handle lock switch when carrying the
electronic key on your person.
● The vehicle is locked/unlocked using the wireless remote control.
( P. 108)
● The vehicle is locked/unlocked using the mechanical key. ( P. 468)
■ Conditions affecting operation
The smart key system uses weak radio waves. In the following situations,
the communication between the electronic key and the vehicle may be
affected, preventing the smart key system and wireless remote control from
operating properly. (Ways of coping: P. 468)
● When the electronic key battery is depleted
● Near a TV tower, electric power plant, gas station, radio station, large dis-
play, airport or other facility that generates strong radio waves or electri-
cal noise
● When carrying a portable radio, ce llular phone, cordless phone or other
wireless communication devices
● When the electronic key is in contact with, or is covered by a metallic
object
● When multiple electronic keys are in the vicinity
● When carrying or using the electronic key together with one or move of
the following devices that emit radio waves
• Another vehicle’s electronic key
• A wireless key that emits radio waves
• Personal computer
● If window tint with a metallic content or metallic objects is attached to the
rear window

106 1-5. Opening, closing and locking the doors
■To operate the system properly
Make sure to carry the electronic key when operating the system. Do not get
the electronic key too close to the vehicle when operating the system from
the outside of the vehicle.
Depending on the position and holding condition of the electronic key, the
key may not be detected correctly and the system may not operate properly.
(The alarm may go off accidentally, or the door lock prevention may not func-
tion.)
■ If the smart key system does not operate properly
● Locking and unlocking the doors: Use the mechanical key. ( P. 468)
● Starting the EV system. ( P. 468)
■ Electronic key battery depletion
●The standard battery life is 1 to 2 years. (The battery becomes depleted
even if the electronic key is not used.) If the smart key system or the
wireless remote control function does not operate, or the detection area
becomes smaller, the battery may be depleted. Replace the battery when
necessary. ( P. 383)
● If the battery becomes low, an alarm will sound in the cabin when the EV
system stops. (P. 100)
● To avoid serious deterioration, do not leave the electronic key within 3 ft.
(1 m) of the following electrical appliances that produce a magnetic field:
•TVs
• Personal computers
• Cellular phones, cordless phones and battery chargers
• Recharging cellular phones or cordless phones
• Glass top ranges
• Table lamps
■ When the electronic key battery is fully depleted
P. 383