transmission TOYOTA RAV4 EV 2013 1.G User Guide

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4-2. Maintenance
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Maintenance and care
Vehicle interior
ItemsCheck points
Accelerator pedal • The accelerator pedal should
move smoothly (without uneven
pedal effort or catching).
Brake pedal • Does the brake pedal move
smoothly?
• Does the brake pedal have appro- priate clearance from the floor?
(P. 487)
• Does the brake pedal have the correct amount of free play?
(P. 487)
Brakes • The vehicle should not pull to one
side when the brakes are applied.
• The brakes should work effec- tively.
• The brake pedal should not feel spongy.
• The brake pedal should not get too close to the floor when the
brakes are applied.
Head restraints • Do the head restraints move
smoothly and lock securely?
Transmission “Park” mechanism • When parked on a slope and the
parking brake is on, is the vehicle
securely stopped?
Indicators/buzzers • Do the indicators and buzzers
function properly?
Lights • Do all the lights come on?
• Are the headlights aimed cor-
rectly? ( P. 398)

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When trouble arises
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5-1. Essential information
If your vehicle needs to be towed
Before towingThe following may indicate a problem with your transmission. Contact
your Toyota dealer before towing.
● The EV system is operating bu t the vehicle will not move.
● The vehicle makes an abnormal sound.
If there is a malfunction in the P position control system, or if the 12-
volt battery is discharged, the vehicle cannot be moved with the front
wheels on the ground, as the front wheels may be locked.
In this case, move the vehicle with both front wheels or all four
wheels lifted.
Jump start procedure ( P. 470)
If towing is necessary, we recommend having your vehicle towed by
your Toyota dealer or a commerci al towing service, using a lift-type
truck or flatbed truck.
Use a safety chain system for all to wing, and abide by all state/pro-
vincial and local laws.

438 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Indicates that the park-
ing brake is still
engaged. flashes and a
buzzer sounds to indi-
cate that the parking
brake is still engaged
(with the vehicle having
reached a speed of 3
mph [5 km/h]). Release the parking
brake.
Indicates that the
washer fluid level is low. Add washer fluid.
Due to the amount of
charge remaining in the
traction battery being
high, power regener-
ated through regenera-
tive braking is reduced. Apply the brake pedal
as needed to slow
down.
(Flashes) The driver's door is
opened when the
transmission is out of
P with the EV system
on.
Push the P position
switch.
Warning messageDetailsCorrection procedure

478 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
CAUTION
■When attempting to free a stuck vehicle
If you choose to push the vehicle back and forth to free it, make sure the sur-
rounding area is clear to avoid striking other vehicles, objects or people. The
vehicle may also lunge forward or lunge back suddenly as it becomes free.
Use extreme caution.
■ When changing the shift position
Be careful not to change the shift position with the accelerator pedal
depressed.
This may lead to unexpected rapid acceleration of the vehicle that may
cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
■To avoid damage to the transmission and other components
●Avoid spinning the wheels and depressing the accelerator pedal more
than necessary.
● If the vehicle remains stuck even after these procedures are performed,
the vehicle may require towing to be freed.

486 6-1. Specifications
Electrical system
Transmission
*: The capacity is a reference quantity. If replacement is necessary, contactyour Toyota dealer.
12-volt battery
Open voltage* at 68 F (20 C): 12.6  12.8 V Fully charged
12.2  12.4 V Half charged
11 . 8
 12.0 V Discharged
(*: Voltage is checked 20 minutes
after the EV system and all the lights
are turned off)
Charging rates 5 A max.
Fluid capacity (Reference)* 1.26 qt. (1.2 L, 1.05 Imp. qt.)
Fluid typeMobil Dexron VI
NOTICE
■Transmission fluid type
Using transmission fluid other than “Mobil Dexron VI” may cause deteriora-
tion in transmission performance, durability, and ultimately damage the
transmission of your vehicle.

494 6-1. Specifications
Warning: The temperature grades for this tire are established for a
tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded.
Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either sepa-
rately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire fail-
ure.
Glossary of tire terminology
Tire related termMeaning
Cold tire inflation pres-
sure Tire pressure when the vehicle has been
parked for three hours or more, or has not
been driven more than 1 mile or 1.5 km under
that condition
Maximum inflation
pressure The maximum cold inflated
pressure to which a
tire may be inflated, s hown on the sidewall of
the tire
Recommended infla-
tion pressure Cold tire inflation pressure recommended by a
manufacturer
Accessory weight The combined weight (in excess of those stan-
dard items which may be replaced) of auto-
matic transmission, power steering, power
brakes, power windows, power seats, radio
and heater, to the extent that these items are
available as factory-installed equipment
(whether installed or not)
Curb weight The weight of a motor vehicle with standard
equipment, including the maximum capacity of
fuel, oil (for electric vehicle, traction battery)
and coolant, and if so equipped, air condition-
ing and additional weight optional engine (for
electric vehicle, traction motor)
Maximum loaded vehi-
cle weight The sum of:
(a) Curb weight
(b) Accessory weight
(c) Vehicle capacity weight
(d) Production options weight

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Alphabetical index
Safety Connect ........................ 326
Seat belts
Adjusting the seat belt .......... 131
Automatic Locking Retractor ............................ 134
Child restraint system installation .......................... 176
Cleaning and maintaining
the seat belts...................... 338
Emergency Locking Retractor ............................ 120
How to wear your seat belt ... 131
How your child should wear the seat belt ....................... 135
Pregnant women, proper seat belt use ........... 136
Reminder light ...................... 419
Seat belt extenders .............. 135
Seat belt pretensioners ........ 134
Seat heaters ............................. 310
Seating capacity ...................... 267
Seats Adjustment ................... 118, 121
Adjustment
precaution .................. 120, 125
Child seats/child restraint
system installation.............. 176
Cleaning ............................... 337
Head restraints ..................... 127
Properly sitting in the seat .... 152
Seat heaters ......................... 310
Service reminder
indicators .............................. 223
Shift lever Transmission ........................ 206
Side airbags ............................. 154
Side marker lights Replacing light bulbs ............ 400
Switch ................................... 234
Wattage ................................ 488
Side mirrors
Adjusting and folding ............ 143 Side turn signal lights
Replacing light bulb ...............400
Wattage .................................488
Smart key system Entry function ..........................96
Starting the EV system..........200
“SOS” button............................326
Specifications...........................482
Speedometer ............................218
Steering Column lock release..............204
Steering wheel Adjustment ............................140
Stop lights
Replacing light bulbs .............400
Storage feature.........................296
Storage precautions ................265
Stuck If your vehicle becomes stuck ...................................477
Sun visors.................................304
Switch Cruise control ........................243
“DISP” switch ........................227
Emergency flasher switch .....412
Hazard light switch ................412
Light switches........................234
Power door lock switch .........110
“POWER” switch ...................200
Power window switches ........ 146
SPORT mode switch .............208
VSC OFF switch....................252
Window lock switch ...............146
Wiper and washer switch .......................... 238, 241S

516 Alphabetical index
Tail lightsReplacing light bulbs ............. 400
Switch.................................... 234
Theft deterrent system Immobilizer system ............... 149
Theft prevention labels............ 151
Tire inflation pressure ............. 374
Tire information Glossary ................................ 494
Size ....................................... 491
Tire identification number ...... 490
Uniform tire quality grading ................................ 492
Tires
Chains ................................... 268
Checking ............................... 366
If you have a flat tire .............. 447
Inflation pressure................... 374
Information ............................ 489
Replacing .............................. 366
Rotating tires ......................... 366
Size ....................................... 488
Snow tires ............................. 268
Tire pressure warning system ........................ 366, 419
Total load capacity................... 267
Towing
Dinghy towing........................ 274
Emergency towing................. 413
Trailer towing......................... 273
Traction control........................ 251
Traction battery coolant Checking ............................... 357
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 268
TRAC ......................................... 251 Transmission
P position switch ................... 209
Transmission......................... 206
Trip information ....................... 227
Trip meter ................................. 218
Turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 400
Switch ................................... 215
Wattage................................. 488
Utility vehicle precautions ...... 258
Vanity lights Vanity lights........................... 305
Wattage................................. 488
Vanity mirrors .......................... 305
Vehicle data recordings ............ 19
Vehicle identification number ................................... 483
Vehicle Stability Control ......... 251
VSC ........................................... 251
Warning buzzers Brake system ........................ 417
Electric power steering system ................................ 418
Key reminder......................... 440
Master warning ..................... 419
Open door ............................. 419
Output control warning .......... 419
Seat belt reminder................. 419T
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