TOYOTA RAV4 HYBRID 2018 (in English) User Guide

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TOYOTA SAFETY SENSE
SAFETY & EMERGENCY FEATURES
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NOTE: Tighten until one click is
heard. If the cap is not locked or
tightened, Check Engine “
”
indicator may illuminate.
NOTE: Regularly scheduled maintenance, including oil changes, will help
extend the life of your vehicle and maintain performance. Please refer to the
“Warranty & Maintenance Guide.”
Washer fluid tank
Engine coolant reservoir Engine oil filler cap
Engine oil level dipstick
With the dial turned fully up, instrument panel lights will not dim when\
the headlights
are turned ON.
Instrument panel light control
Brightness
control
+
-
Fuel tank door release & cap
Hood release
Engine maintenance
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Hybrid Synergy Drive System
The Hybrid Synergy Drive System utilizes a computer-controlled gasoline \
engine
and electric motor to provide the most efficient combination of power fo\
r the
vehicle. To conserve energy, when the brakes are applied the braking for\
ce
generates electricity which is then sent to the traction battery. In add\
ition, the
engine shuts off when the vehicle is stopped. The benefits are better fu\
el economy,
reduced vehicle emissions and improved performance.
NOTE: Fuel consumption and energy information of the Hybrid System are shown on the Multi-Information Display and/or navigation system
screen (if equipped).
1. Ensure tire pressures are maintained at levels specified in the Owner\
’s Manual.
2. Link trips to reduce engine cold starts whenever possible.
3. Avoid driving at speeds that are higher than necessary, especially on\
the highway.
4. When possible, avoid sudden stops to maximize regenerative braking en\
ergy.
5. Minimize use of the Air Conditioning.

Put the selector lever in “P.”

Depress the brake pedal, and “
” will be displayed on the Multi-Information
Display.

1ress the i108&3w switch CriefMy and firmMy.

The “READY” light will blink. After a few seconds, when the light \
remains steady
and a beep sounds, you may begin driving.
Shift the shift lever to “S” position from “D” position.
+ 6Qshift Qush and reMease

- %ownshift QuMM and reMease

Downshifting increases power going uphill, or provides engine braking do\
wnhill. For
best fuel economy during normal driving conditions, always drive with th\
e shift lever
in the “D” position.
* The engine switch must be “ON” and the brake pedal depressed to sh\
ift from
Park.
Automatic door locks can be programmed to operate in different modes, or\
turned
OFF.
Shift position linked door locking/unlocking function
-Doors lock when shifting from Park.
-Doors unlock when shifting into Park.
Speed linked door locking function
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.
Driver’s door linked door unlocking function
-Doors unlock when the engine switch is set to OFF and driver’s door i\
s opened.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
Auto lock/unlock
Switches the items of the odometer and trip meter display by pressing th\
e “TRIP”
switch. To reset trip meter, press and hold.
FEATURES & OPERATIONS
TIPS FOR IMPROVED FUEL ECONOMY
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STARTING THE HYBRID SYSTEM
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Hybrid transmission
The Hybrid Synergy Drive System utilizes a computer-controlled gasoline \
engine
and electric motor to provide the most efficient combination of power fo\
r the
vehicle. To conserve energy, when the brakes are applied the braking for\
ce
generates electricity which is then sent to the traction battery. In add\
ition, the
engine shuts off when the vehicle is stopped. The benefits are better fu\
el economy,
reduced vehicle emissions and improved performance.
NOTE: Fuel consumption and energy information of the Hybrid System are
shown on the Multi-Information Display and/or navigation system
screen (if equipped).
1. Ensure tire pressures are maintained at levels specified in the Owner\
’s Manual.
2. Link trips to reduce engine cold starts whenever possible.
3. Avoid driving at speeds that are higher than necessary, especially on\
the highway.
4. When possible, avoid sudden stops to maximize regenerative braking en\
ergy.
5. Minimize use of the Air Conditioning.

Put the selector lever in “P.”

Depress the brake pedal, and “
” will be displayed on the Multi-Information
Display.

1ress the i108&3w switch CriefMy and firmMy.

The “READY” light will blink. After a few seconds, when the light \
remains steady
and a beep sounds, you may begin driving.
Reverse
Neutral
Drive
R
N
D
N
“S” mode
+
-
Park*P
Shift the shift lever to “S” position from “D” position.

+ 6Qshift Qush and reMease


- %ownshift QuMM and reMease

Downshifting increases power going uphill, or provides engine braking do\
wnhill. For
best fuel economy during normal driving conditions, always drive with th\
e shift lever
in the “D” position. *
The engine switch must be “ON” and the brake pedal depressed to sh\
ift from
Park.
Automatic door locks can be programmed to operate in different modes, or\
turned
OFF.
Shift position linked door locking/unlocking function
-Doors lock when shifting from Park.
-Doors unlock when shifting into Park.
Speed linked door locking function
-%oors MocL when the vehicMe sQeed goes aCove aQQroYimateMy  mQh  Lmh
.
Driver’s door linked door unlocking function
-Doors unlock when the engine switch is set to OFF and driver’s door i\
s opened.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
Auto lock/unlock
Switches the items of the odometer and trip meter display by pressing th\
e “TRIP”
switch. To reset trip meter, press and hold.
Odometer/trip meter display
Parking brake
Pull
(2) Push
(1) Pull slightly(3) Lower
SetRelease
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Seats-Head restraints
Push lock release
button to push downPush lock release
button to push downPush lock release
button to push down
Front seatsRear outboard seat
Rear seats
Seat adjustments-Front
MANUAL SEAT
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Seat adjustments-Rear
FRONT
REAR
1 Intermittent windshield wiper frequency adjustment Rotate to increase/
decrease wipe frequency.
2 Rain-sensing windshield wiper Rotate to increase/decrease sensor sensitivity.
Rain-sensing Intermittent
Hold wheel, push lever down, set angle and length, and return lever.
NOTE: Do not attempt to adjust while the vehicle is in motion.
NOTE: Designed for car accessories. Engine switch must be in the “ACC” or
“ON” position to be used.
Power outlets-12V DC
Pull up
Pull up
Push back
Pull forward
Lock release leverFrontRear
Seat position
(forward/backward) Height crank
(driver side only) Seatback angle
Seatback angle
Lumbar support
Seat position, cushion
angle and height
FEATURES & OPERATIONS
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Rear outboard seat
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Windshield wipers & washers
FRONT
REAR
1 Intermittent windshield wiper frequency adjustment Rotate to increase/
decrease wipe frequency.
2 Rain-sensing windshield wiper Rotate to increase/decrease sensor sensitivity.
Rain-sensing Intermittent
Rain-sensing
Slow
FastPull to wash and wipe
Single wipe
Adjust sensor sensitivity2
Off
Off
Tilt & telescopic steering wheel
Hold wheel, push lever down, set angle and length, and return lever.

NOTE: Do not attempt to adjust while the vehicle is in motion.NOTE: Designed for car accessories. Engine switch must be in the “ACC” or
“ON” position to be used.
Pull forward
Pull to wash and wipe Adjust frequency
1
Interval wipe
Slow
Fast
Mist
Wash and wipe
Wipe
OFF
Interval wipe
Lock release lever
Angle
Length
Lumbar support
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NOTE: If battery is disconnected, the power back door needs to be reinitialized.
1. When the liftgate reaches the desired height, push the rear liftgate cl\
ose-button on the door Kam of the Miftgate
once. 1ress and hoMd the Cutton untiM the Cu[[er
sounds.
2. To reset the height, with the liftgate open and not moving, press and h\
old the
rear liftgate close-button until it buzzer sounds 4 times, and continue to h\
old until
it buzzes again -then let go. Push the same button to close the liftgate. \
When you
next open the liftgate it will open to the maximum height.
3. To set the height using the Multi-Information Display, press or meter control
switches and select
from the MID. Press or and select and
then press “
”. Select Opening Adjustment, then press “”. Select desired
Qosition  height oQtions to choose from,
then Qress “
”.
NOTE: If the liftgate has stopped operating, check inside the glove box, on the
left side, to ensure the PWR DOOR OFF button has not been pushed.
For more details, see Owner’s Manual.
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FEATURES & OPERATIONS
Daytime Running Light system (DRL) Automatically turns on the headlights at a
reduced intensity.
Automatic On/Off
1 The side marker, parking, tail, license plate, instrument panel
and headlights turn on and off automatically
Automatic Off
1 Automatically turns lights off after a delay of 30 seconds, or when
the lock switch on remote is pushed after all the doors are locked.
Automatic High Beam (AHB) system Automatically switches between high
and low beams as appropriate to provide the most light possible and enhance\
forward visibility. Refer to Toyota Safety Sense™ P (TSS-P) in this guide or the
Owner’s Manual for more details on the Automatic High Beam feature.
* Operating conditions must be met. Refer to Owner’s Manual for detail\
s.
1 If equipped.
Type A
Type C
Type B
1 The right hand signals will flash three times.2 The left hand signals will flash three times.
Front fog lights come on only when the headlights are on low beam. To
automatically open/close Power Liftgate Put your foot near the lower center part of the rear bumper for less than 2-seconds to trigger sensor. To operat\
e, make
sure that the touchless sensor operation is enabled and that you are carryin\
g the
remote.
Instrument panel
Power Liftgate (back door)
Touchless Power Liftgate (if equipped)
(close only)
or
Auto High beam*
Lights & turn signals
HEADLIGHTS
TURN SIGNALS
PROGRAMMABLE POWER LIFTGATE
FOG LIGHTS
FOG LIGHTS-is it if equipped, OM is not conclusive ASK
Parking lights
Parking lights Low beam
High beam
flasher
High
beam
Auto
DRL ON Headlights
Headlights
DRL OFF
Parking lights
DRL ON Headlights
OFF
Right turn
Lane change
1
Lane change2
Left turn
TurnOFFON
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NOTE: If battery is disconnected, the power back door needs to be reinitialized.1. When the liftgate reaches the desired height, push the rear liftgate \
close-button on the door Kam of the Miftgate
once. 1ress and hoMd the Cutton untiM the Cu[[er
sounds.
2. To reset the height, with the liftgate open and not moving, press and\
hold the rear liftgate close-button until it buzzer sounds 4 times, and continue \
to hold until
it buzzes again -then let go. Push the same button to close the liftgate\
. When you
next open the liftgate it will open to the maximum height.
3. To set the height using the Multi-Information Display, press
or meter control
switches and select
from the MID. Press or and select and
then press “
”. Select Opening Adjustment, then press “”. Select desired
Qosition  height oQtions to choose from,
then Qress “
”.
NOTE: If the liftgate has stopped operating, check inside the glove box, on the
left side, to ensure the PWR DOOR OFF button has not been pushed.
For more details, see Owner’s Manual.
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Daytime Running Light system (DRL) Automatically turns on the headlights at a
reduced intensity.
Automatic On/Off
1 The side marker, parking, tail, license plate, instrument panel
and headlights turn on and off automatically
Automatic Off
1 Automatically turns lights off after a delay of 30 seconds, or when
the lock switch on remote is pushed after all the doors are locked.
Automatic High Beam (AHB) system Automatically switches between high
and low beams as appropriate to provide the most light possible and enha\
nce
forward visibility. Refer to Toyota Safety Sense™ P (TSS-P) in this guide or the
Owner’s Manual for more details on the Automatic High Beam feature.
* Operating conditions must be met. Refer to Owner’s Manual for detai\
ls.
1 If equipped.
1 The right hand signals will flash three times.2 The left hand signals will flash three times.
Front fog lights come on only when the headlights are on low beam.
To automatically open/close Power Liftgate Put your foot near the lower center
part of the rear bumper for less than 2-seconds to trigger sensor. To op\
erate, make
sure that the touchless sensor operation is enabled and that you are car\
rying the
remote.
Door-Power Liftgate (if equipped)
Instrument panel
Power Liftgate (back door)
Touchless Power Liftgate (if equipped)
(open only)
Sensor area
(close only)
Carry remote
Smart key feature
Open: Push and hold
Close: Push and hold again
Stop: Push once during operation to stop
PROGRAMMABLE POWER LIFTGATE
High beam
flasher
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FEATURES & OPERATIONS
Automatic operation Push the switch completely down or pull it completely up and
release to fully open or close. To stop window partway, lightly push the switch\
in
the opposite direction.
Window lock switch Deactivates all passenger windows. Driver’s window remains
operable.
NOTE: If battery is disconnected, the moonroof needs to be reinitialized.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
Garage door opener (HomeLink®)* (if equipped)
Garage door openers manufactured under license from HomeLink®* can be
programmed to operate garage doors, estate gates, security lighting, etc.
Refer to “Garage door opener,” Section 6-4 in the Owner’s Manual, fo\
r more
details.
For programming assistance, contact HomeLink
® at 1-800-355-3515, or visit
httQwww.homeMinL.com.
*
HomeLink® is a registered trademark of Gentex Corporation.
HomeLink® indicator light
Opening/Closing indicatorIlluminates when
HomeLink® is operating
Buttons
Windows-Power
SLIDING OPERATION
TILTING OPERATION
Up
Down
Window lock switchDriver side
Push once to open
partway; again to
open completely.
UnlockLock
Door locks
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Automatic operation Push the switch completely down or pull it completely up and
release to fully open or close. To stop window partway, lightly push the\
switch in
the opposite direction.
Window lock switch Deactivates all passenger windows. Driver’s window remains
operable.
Moonroof (if equipped)
NOTE: If battery is disconnected, the moonroof needs to be reinitialized.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
Garage door opener (HomeLink®)* (if equipped)
Garage door openers manufactured under license from HomeLink®* can be
programmed to operate garage doors, estate gates, security lighting, etc\
.
Refer to “Garage door opener,” Section 6-4 in the Owner’s Manua\
l, for more
details.
For programming assistance, contact HomeLink
® at 1-800-355-3515, or visit
httQwww.homeMinL.com.
*
HomeLink® is a registered trademark of Gentex Corporation.
Opening/Closing indicator Illuminates when
HomeLink
® is operating
Windows-Power
SLIDING OPERATION
TILTING OPERATION
OpenClose
Recommended open
position to minimize
wind noisePush once to open
partway; again to
open completely.
CloseTilt
Door locks
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