light TOYOTA RAV4 EV 2012 1.G Quick Reference Guide

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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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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.
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
Set departure time dial
Charge Only button
Pre-climate Only button
Charge and Pre-climate button
Add/Delete button
Charging
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Parking brake
FEATURES/OPERATIONS
Transmission
*
The regenerative brake is the equivalent of downshifting. Shift to “B” when
regenerative braking is desired (i.e. downhill driving, coasting to a stop, etc.).
Park button
Reverse
Neutral
Drive
Regenerative brake*
SPORT Mode
By increasing the motor’s output when compared to normal mode, the vehicle’s
acceleration power and maximum speed is increased. This mode provides a more
dynamic driving experience.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
Push
Pull
(2) Push(1) Pull slightly
(3) Lower
Set Release
Seat adjustments-Rear
Seat position (forward/backward)
Seatback angle
Seat position (forward/backward)
Height crank (driver side only)
Seatback angle
Seat adjustments-Front
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*
The regenerative brake is the equivalent of downshifting. Shift to “B” when
regenerative braking is desired (i.e. downhill driving, coasting to a stop, etc.).
Park button
Reverse
Neutral
Drive
Regenerative brake*
By increasing the motor’s output when compared to normal mode, the vehicle’s
acceleration power and maximum speed is increased. This mode provides a more
dynamic driving experience.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
(1) Pull slightly
Seat adjustments-Rear
Seat position (forward/backward)
Seatback angle
Seat position (forward/backward)
Height crank (driver side only)
Seatback angle
Seat adjustments-Front
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FEATURES/OPERATIONS
(2) Lower(3) Pull down
From inside
(1) Push
Seats-Folding down rear seats
(1) Push(2) Pull up
From outside
Seats-Head restraints
Front seatsRear seats
Lock release buttonLock release button
Lights & turn signals
Turn signals
Headlights
-Daytime Running Light system (DRL)
Automatically turns on the Daytime Running Lights after EV System is started
and parking brake released .
-Automatic light cut off system Automatically turns lights off after a delay
of 30 seconds, or the lock switch on remote may be pushed after locking.
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Lights & turn signals
Turn signals
Headlights
Low beam
-Daytime Running Light system (DRL)
Automatically turns on the Daytime Running Lights after EV System is started
and parking brake released .
-Automatic light cut off system Automatically turns lights off after a delay
of 30 seconds, or the lock switch on remote may be pushed after locking.
High beam flasher
High beam
Right turn
Lane change
Lane change Left turn
Headlights
Parking lights Auto
DRL OFF
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FEATURES/OPERATIONS
Windows-Power
Driver side
Automatic operation (driver side only) Push the switch completely down or pull
it completely up and release to fully open or close. To stop the window partway,
operate the switch in the opposite direction.
Window lock switch Deactivates all passenger windows. Driver’s window remains
operable.
NOTE: If the battery is disconnected, the window needs to be reinitialized. Refer
to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
Up
Down
Window lock switch
Windshield wipers & washers
Rear
Front
Pull to wash and wipeAdjust frequency*
Interval wipe
Slow
Fast
Wash and wipe
Wipe
Interval wipe
Wash and wipe
Single wipe
* Intermittent windshield wiper frequency adjustment Rotate to increase/
decrease wipe frequency.
Door locks
Light control-Instrument panel
With the dial turned fully up, instrument panel lights will not dim when the
headlights are turned ON.
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Automatic operation (driver side only) Push the switch completely down or pull
it completely up and release to fully open or close. To stop the window partway,
operate the switch in the opposite direction.
Window lock switch Deactivates all passenger windows. Driver’s window remains
operable.
NOTE: If the battery is disconnected, the window needs to be reinitialized. Refer
to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
* Intermittent windshield wiper frequency adjustment Rotate to increase/
decrease wipe frequency.
Door locks
Unlock
Lock
Light control-Instrument panel
With the dial turned fully up, instrument panel lights will not dim when the
headlights are turned ON.
Brightness
control
+
-
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SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
Moving the lever downward will allow the door to be opened only from the outside.
Doors-Child safety locks
If belt is fully extended, then retracted even slightly, it cannot be re-extended
beyond that point, unless fully retracted again. This feature is used to help hold
child restraint systems securely.
To find more information about seat belts, and how to install a child restraint
system, refer to the Owner’s Manual.
Keep as low on
hips as possible
Take up slack
Too high
Seat belts
If tire pressure becomes critically low on any of the tires, “” indicator
will come on. Correctly adjusting tire inflation will turn off the light after a
few minutes. If the light does not turn off, have the system checked by your
Toyota dealer.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
Seat belts-Shoulder belt anchor
Push up or squeeze lock
release to lower
Rear door
Tire Pressure Monitoring (warning)
System
Emergency tire puncture repair kit
Tool location
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
Luggage compartment inside right side box
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Moving the lever downward will allow the door to be opened only from the outside.
If belt is fully extended, then retracted even slightly, it cannot be re-extended
beyond that point, unless fully retracted again. This feature is used to help hold
child restraint systems securely.
To find more information about seat belts, and how to install a child restraint
system, refer to the Owner’s Manual.
Take up slack
If tire pressure becomes critically low on any of the tires, “” indicator
will come on. Correctly adjusting tire inflation will turn off the light after a
few minutes. If the light does not turn off, have the system checked by your
Toyota dealer.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
Seat belts-Shoulder belt anchor
Push up or squeeze lock
release to lower
DownUp
Tire Pressure Monitoring (warning)
System
Emergency tire puncture repair kit
Tool location
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
Luggage compartment inside right side box
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