charging TOYOTA RAV4 EV 2012 1.G Quick Reference Guide
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OVERVIEWELECTRIC VEHICLE SYSTEM FEATURES/OPERATIONS
SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
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INDEX
OVERVIEW
FEATURES/OPERATIONS
SAFETY AND 
EMERGENCY
 FEATURES
* Visit your Toyota dealer for information on customizing this feature.
INDEX
OVERVIEWFEATURES/OPERATIONS
Air Conditioning/Heating  37
Clock  38
Cruise control  41
Door locks 35
Hill-start Assist Control (HAC)  43
iPod
®/USB/AUX port  40Light control-Instrument panel 35Lights & turn signals  33
Multi-Information Display  42
Navigation system   38-39
Parking brake  30
Power outlets-12V DC  42
Seat adjustments-Front  31
Seat adjustments-Rear  31
Seat heaters 37
Seats-Folding down rear seats  32
Seats-Head restraints  32
Steering wheel switches  40
Telephone controls (Bluetooth
®)  36
Tilt and telescopic steering wheel  41
Transmission  30
 VSC OFF button  43
Windows-Power 34
Windshield wipers & washers 
34
   
   
   
Doors-Child safety locks  44
Emergency tire puncture repair kit  45
Floor mat installation  47
Seat belts  44
Seat belts-Shoulder belt anchor  45
Star Safety System
TM 46-47
Tire Pressure Monitoring 
(warning) System
Charge port  8
Hood release  8
Indicator symbols  4-5
Instrument cluster  4
Instrument panel  2-3
Keyless entry*  6
Motor maintenance 9
Smart Key system*  7 
   
   
 
Charging   19-24
Charging cable-Plugging in   14-17
Charging cable-Unplugging   18
Charging equipment  12
Charging-Power sources   13
Confirming charge settings   28
Electric Vehicle System  10
Extended charge mode  25-26
Inspecting electrical leakage 
detection function
Multi-Information  
Display-Charging information
Range Map screen  11
   
   
   
   
27-28
29
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SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
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2012 
RAV4 EV
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Open door warning
EV System indicator
SOC (State Of Charge) gauge
Driving range
Service indicator and reminder
Speedometer
Multi-Information Display
Transmission shift position indicator
Odometer and two trip meters
Display change button
Instrument cluster
12-volt battery charging system warning1
Plug-in indicator (yellow/green) Brake system warning (red)
1
Output control warning
Master warning
Indicator symbols 
Driver/Front passenger seat belt reminder 
(alarm will sound if speed is over 12 mph)
SOC (state of charge) warning
Brake system warning (yellow)1
2 If this light flashes, refer to “Cruise control,” Section 2-4, 2012 Owner’s Manual.1 If indicator does not turn off within a few seconds of starting EV System, there may be a malfunction. Have vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
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EV System indicator
SOC (State Of Charge) gauge 
Driving range
Service indicator and reminder 
Speedometer
Multi-Information Display 
Transmission shift position indicator 
Odometer and two trip meters 
Display change button
Transmission shift position indicator
Turn signal indicator
SRS Airbag warning1
Headlight low/high beam indicator
Low Tire Pressure Warning1
Electric power steering system warning1
Slip indicator/Hill-start Assist Control (HAC) indicator1
Cruise control indicator2/Cruise control SET indicator2
Anti-lock Brake System warning1
2 If this light flashes, refer to “Cruise control,” Section 2-4, 2012 Owner’s Manual.1 If indicator does not turn off within a few seconds of starting EV System, there may be a 
malfunction. Have vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) OFF indicator1
Traction Control OFF indicator1
Front passenger occupant classification indicator
Charging indicator
READY indicator ECO Driving Indicator Light
1
SPORT mode indicator 
Immobilizer indicator
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Charging cable
Charging port door
Charging port cap
Charging port
Charging indicator
Charging equipmentCharging-Power sources
A Level 1 charging cable is provided with your RAV4 EV. However, a Level 2 (240V) 
charging station is strongly recommended. Level 2 charging offers a faster charge  
time than AC120V charging. Please contact your Authorized Toyota RAV4 EV Dealer 
for more information on obtaining a Level 2 charging station for your home.
-Connect your Level 1 charging cable to an AC 120V electrical receptacle (NEMA  5-15R or NEMA 5-20R) with a Ground-Fault Circuit-Interrupter (GFCI) and an over 
current circuit breaker in the service panel.
-Toyota recommends using a dedicated receptacle with a single socket. If the  receptacle has two sockets, do not plug any other item into the other socket.
-For public charging, this vehicle may only be charged at stations that are SAE  J1772 compliant. Use your navigation system to search for nearby public charging 
stations.
-When charging outdoors, be sure to connect to a rain tight electrical receptacle  that is appropriate for outdoor use.
NOTE:  Do not attempt to use a damaged or loose electrical receptacle to 
charge your vehicle.
See the  Owner’s Manual  for important precautionary information.
Charging connector
Latch release button
CCID (Charging Circuit Interrupting Device)
Plug
Power indicator
Error warning indicator
Test button
Reset button
The charging cable included with the vehicle is designed to be connected only 
to an AC 120V power source.
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Charging cable
Charging port door
Charging port cap
Charging port
Charging indicator
Charging-Power sources
A Level 1 charging cable is provided with your RAV4 EV. However, a Level  2 (240V) 
charging station is strongly recommended. Level 2 charging offers a  faster charge 
time than AC 120V charging. Please contact your Authorized Toyota RAV4 EV Dealer  
for more information on obtaining a Level 2 charging station for your home.
-Connect your Level 1 charging cable to an AC 120V electrical receptacle (NEMA  5-15R or NEMA 5-20R) with a Ground-Fault Circuit-Interrupter (GFCI) and an over 
current circuit breaker in the service panel.
-Toyota recommends using a dedicated receptacle with a single socket. If the  receptacle has two sockets, do not plug any other item into the other socket.
-For public charging, this vehicle may only be charged at stations that are SAE  J1772 compliant. Use your navigation system to search for nearby public charging 
stations.
-When charging outdoors, be sure to connect to a rain tight electrical receptacle  that is appropriate for outdoor use.
NOTE:  Do not attempt to use a damaged or loose electrical receptacle to 
charge your vehicle.
Do not connect the charging 
cable to a multi-outlet adapter, 
multi-plugs, or conversion plug.
Do not  connect the charging cable 
to an extension cable. The cable 
may overheat and does not contain 
a Ground-Fault Circuit-Interrupter 
(GFCI).
Do not  connect to a power strip.
See the  Owner’s Manual  for important precautionary information.
Charging connector
Latch release button
CCID (Charging Circuit Interrupting Device)
Plug
Power indicator
Error warning indicator
Test button
Reset button
The charging cable included with the vehicle is designed to be connected only 
to an AC 120V power source.
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Charging cable-Plugging in
Step 1 Plug the charging cable into the electrical receptacle of the external power source.
- Ensure that the standards of the electrical receptacle and the 
charging cable’s plug match.
- Check that the power indicator  of the CCID (Charging Circuit 
Interrupting Device) is illuminated.
- Hanging the CCID on a hook is  recommended to reduce the strain 
on the electrical receptacle and 
charging cable plug.
- When charging outdoors, use a  “while-in-use” cover.
Step 2 Press the test button on the CCID to check that the electrical leakage  detection function operates properly.
- If the error warning indicator illuminates when test button is 
pressed, the function is operating 
correctly.
- After the test is completed, press  reset button to turn off the error 
warning. Charging cannot occur 
while error warning is illuminated.
- If the error warning indicator does  not come on when test button is 
pressed, the function may not be 
operating correctly. Stop charging 
immediately and contact your 
Toyota dealer.
Step 3 Pull up the charging port door lever.
Step 4 Open the charging port cap by releasing the clip.
Step 5 Remove the charging connector cap. Affix the cap to the cable.
“While-in-use” 
cover
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Step 1 Plug the charging cable into the electrical receptacle of the external 
power source.
- Ensure that the standards of the electrical receptacle and the 
charging cable’s plug match.
- Check that the power indicator  of the CCID (Charging Circuit 
Interrupting Device) is illuminated.
- Hanging the CCID on a hook is  recommended to reduce the strain 
on the electrical receptacle and 
charging cable plug.
- When charging outdoors, use a  “while-in-use” cover.
Step 2 Press the test button on the CCID to check that the electrical leakage  detection function operates properly.
- If the error warning indicator illuminates when test button is 
pressed, the function is operating 
correctly.
- After the test is completed, press  reset button to turn off the error 
warning. Charging cannot occur 
while error warning is illuminated.
- If the error warning indicator does  not come on when test button is 
pressed, the function may not be 
operating correctly. Stop charging 
immediately and contact your 
Toyota dealer.
Step 3 Pull up the charging port door lever.
Step 4 Open the charging port cap by releasing the clip.
Step 5 Remove the charging connector cap. Affix the cap to the cable.
Push to 
open
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Step 6 Insert the charging cable connector into the charging port.
- Do not press the latch release button when inserting the connector.
- Align with the guide position shown  on underside of the charging 
connector, and push it in straight 
and firmly until it clicks. Confirm 
connector is securely locked.
- The plug-in indicator on the meter  illuminates in green if correctly 
plugged in. Incorrect plug-in results 
in a yellow plug-in indicator.
- If no schedule is set, or the charge  immediately function is selected, 
charging will begin by simply 
plugging in the charging cable.
- If EV System is on when the vehicle  is plugged in, the READY indicator 
will turn off and a message will show 
in the Multi-Information Display.
Step 7 Check the status of the charging indicator.
Ligh t ALight B
The charging indicator consists of two lights that display charging status by 
illuminating, flashing and turning off as follows:
The indicator lights will not flash or turn on if the charging cable is not 
connected properly. During charging, current charging status and the estimated 
time until charge completion can be checked on the Multi-Information Display or 
navigation display.
Charging status Charging indicator
Light A Light B
Charging cable is connected to 
vehicle and the charging and/or 
Pre-climate schedule is set Lights A and B flash on and off alternatively 
for 10 minutes (after 10 minutes, lights 
remain off until charging starts).
Charge level is less than 49% FlashesOff
Charge level is between 50% and 
less than 99% Illuminates
Flashes
Charging is complete Both lights A and B illuminate for 10 minutes 
(after 10 minutes, both lights turn off).
Malfunction occurred during 
charging Both lights A and B quickly flash 
simultaneously for 10 seconds (after 10 
seconds both lights turn off).
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Step 6 Insert the charging cable connector into the charging port.
- Do not press the latch release button 
when inserting the connector.
- Align with the guide position shown  on underside of the charging 
connector, and push it in straight 
and firmly until it clicks. Confirm 
connector is securely locked.
- The plug-in indicator on the meter  illuminates in green if correctly 
plugged in. Incorrect plug-in results 
in a yellow plug-in indicator.
- If no schedule is set, or the charge  immediately function is selected, 
charging will begin by simply 
plugging in the charging cable.
- If EV System is on when the vehicle  is plugged in, the READY indicator 
will turn off and a message will show 
in the Multi-Information Display.
Step 7 Check the status of the charging indicator.
Ligh t AL ight B
The charging indicator consists of two lights that display charging status by 
illuminating, flashing and turning off as follows:
The indicator lights will not flash or turn on if the charging cable is not 
connected properly. During charging, current charging status and the estimated 
time until charge completion can be checked on the Multi-Information Display or 
navigation display.
Charging status Charging indicator
Light A Light B
Charging cable is connected to 
vehicle and the charging and/or 
Pre-climate schedule is set Lights A and B flash on and off alternatively 
for 10 minutes (after 10 minutes, lights 
remain off until charging starts).
Charge level is less than 49% FlashesOff
Charge level is between 50% and 
less than 99% Illuminates
Flashes
Charging is complete Both lights A and B illuminate for 10 minutes 
(after 10 minutes, both lights turn off).
Malfunction occurred during 
charging Both lights A and B quickly flash 
simultaneously for 10 seconds (after 10 
seconds both lights turn off).
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Charging cable-Unplugging
Step 1 Pull the charging connector toward you while pressing the latch release button.
If the charging connector is 
disconnected during charging (while 
the charging indicator indicates the 
vehicle is being charged), charging 
will be interrupted.
Step 2 Attach the charging connector cap.
ELECTRIC VEHICLE SYSTEM
Firmly push the charging port cap 
and charging port door, and check 
that they are securely locked.
Step 3 Close the charging port cap, and then close the charging port door.
- Hold the body of the plug while 
removing.
- Make sure to put the cable away  immediately after disconnecting.
- When leaving the plug inserted, check  the plug and connector once a month 
for accumulation of dirt or dust.
Step 4 Remove the plug from the electrical receptacle when the charging 
equipment will not be used for a long period of time.
Depending on the charge settings, the vehicle may not start charging just by  
plugging in the charging cable. Use the navigation screen to set the charging and 
Pre-climate/remote climate control schedules. Before either function starts, it is 
recommended that:
-Parking brake is securely set with shift position in “P”
-All windows and doors are closed
-Engine hood is securely closed
-All lights are turned off
When the EV System is turned off, the screen changes to the charging and 
Pre-climate  settings screen. If no operations are performed for approximately 30 
seconds, the screen turns off.
Next charge start schedule
Battery charge amount
Charge complete schedule
Charge immediately button
Next departure schedule
Departure schedule Edit button
Extended charge mode setting button
By My Departure schedule setting
Charge and Pre-climate schedule setting screen
Charging
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