immobilizer TOYOTA RAV4 HYBRID 2020 Owners Manual (in English)
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2TABLE OF CONTENTS
For your information...................8
Reading this manual ................ 13
How to search .......................... 14
Pictorial index .......................... 16
1-1. For safe use Before driving ................... 28
For safe driving ................ 29
Seat belts ......................... 31
SRS airbags ..................... 35
Front passenger occupant  classification system ...... 45
Exhaust gas precautions.. 50
1-2. Child safety Riding with children .......... 51
Child restraint systems..... 52
1-3. Emergency assistance Safety Connect ................ 67
1-4. Hybrid system Hybrid system features .... 72
Hybrid system precautions ....................................... 77
1-5. Theft deterrent system Immobilizer system .......... 82
Alarm................................ 85
2-1. Instrument cluster Warning lights and indicators....................................... 88
Gauges and meters (with 4.2- inch display) ................... 94Gauges and meters (with 7-
inch display) ................... 98
Multi-information display 103
Energy monitor/ consumption 
screen.......................... 113
3-1. Key information Keys .............................. 122
3-2. Opening, closing and lock- ing the doors
Side doors ..................... 128
Back door ...................... 134
Smart key system .......... 148
3-3. Adjusting the seats Front seats .................... 154
Rear seats ..................... 155
Driving position memory 157
Head restraints .............. 160
3-4. Adjusting the steering  wheel and mirrors
Steering wheel............... 162
Inside rear view mirror ... 163
Digital Rear-view Mirror . 165
Outside rear view mirrors .................................... 174
3-5. Opening, closing the win- dows and moon roof
Power windows ............. 176
Moon roof ...................... 179
Panoramic moon roof .... 182
1For safety and security
2
Vehicle status 
information and 
indicators
3Before driving 
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For safety and security
For safety and security
1-1. For safe useBefore driving ................. 28
For safe driving .............. 29
Seat belts ....................... 31
SRS airbags ................... 35
Front passenger occupant  classification system .... 45
Exhaust gas precautions 50
1-2. Child safety Riding with children ........ 51
Child restraint systems... 52
1-3. Emergency assistance Safety Connect .............. 67
1-4. Hybrid system Hybrid system features .. 72
Hybrid system precautions ..................................... 77
1-5. Theft deterrent system Immobilizer sys tem ........82
Alarm.............................. 85 
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821-5. Theft deterrent system
1-5.Theft deterrent system
Vehicles without smart key 
system
The indicator light flashes after 
the key has been removed from 
the power switch to indicate that 
the system is operating.
The indicator light stops flashing 
after the registered key has 
been inserted into the power 
switch to indicate that the sys-
tem has been canceled.
Vehicles with smart key sys-
tem
The indicator light flashes after 
the power switch has been 
turned to OFF to indicate that 
the system is operating.
The indicator light stops flashing 
after the power switch has been 
turned to ACC or ON to indicate 
that the system has been can-
celed.
■System maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free 
type immobilizer system.
■Conditions that may cause the 
system to malfunction
●If the grip portion  of the key is in 
contact with a  metallic object
●If the key is in close proximity to or 
touching a key to the security sys-
tem (key with a built-in transpon-
der chip) of another vehicle
Immobilizer system
The vehicle’s keys have 
built-in transponder chips 
that prevent the hybrid sys-
tem from starting if a key 
has not been previously 
registered in the vehicle’s 
on-board computer.
Never leave the keys inside 
the vehicle when you leave 
the vehicle.
This system is designed to 
help prevent vehicle theft but 
does not guarantee absolute 
security against all vehicle 
thefts.
Operating the system 
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831-5. Theft deterrent system
1
For safety and security
■Certification for the immobilizer system
For vehicles sold in t he U.S.A., Hawaii, Ame rican Samoa, Guam, Saipan 
and Puerto Rico
For vehicles sold in Canada 
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1493-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
3
Before driving
●When an exterior alarm sounds 
once for 5 seconds
●When an interior alarm pings con-
tinuously
■Battery-saving function
The battery-saving function will be 
activated in order to prevent the 
electronic key battery and the 12-
volt battery from being discharged 
while the vehicle is  not in operation 
for a long time.
●In the following situations, the 
smart key system may take some 
time to unlock the doors.
• The electronic key has been left in 
an area of approximately 6 ft. (2 
m) of the outside of the vehicle for 
10 minutes or longer.
• The smart key system has not  been used for 5 days or longer.
●If the smart key system has not 
been used for 14 days or longer, 
the doors canno t be unlocked at 
any doors except the driver’s door. 
In this case, take hold of the 
driver’s door handle, or use the 
wireless remote control or the  mechanical key, to unlock the 
doors.
■Turning an electronic key to 
battery-saving mode
●When battery-saving mode is set, 
battery depletion is minimized by 
stopping the electronic key from 
receiving radio waves.
Press   twice while pressing 
and holding  .
Confirm that the ele ctronic key indi-
cator flashes 4 times. 
While the battery-saving mode is 
set, the smart key system cannot be 
used. To cancel the function, press 
any of the electronic key buttons.
●Electronic keys that will not be 
used for long periods of time can 
be set to the battery-saving mode 
in advance.
■Conditions affecting operation
The smart key system uses weak 
radio waves. In the following situa-
tions, the communication between 
the electronic key  and the vehicle 
may be affected, preventing the 
smart key system, wireless remote 
control and immobilizer system from 
operating properly.
(Ways of coping:  P.663)
●When the electronic key battery is 
depleted
●Near a TV tower,  electric power 
plant, gas station, radio station, 
large display, airpo rt or other facil-
ity that generates strong radio 
waves or electrical noise
●When the electronic key is in con-
SituationCorrection pro-
cedure
An attempt was 
made to lock the 
vehicle while a 
door was open.Close all of the 
doors and lock 
the doors again.
SituationCorrection pro-cedure
The power 
switch was 
turned to ACC 
while the driver’s 
door was open 
(or the driver’s 
door was opened 
while the power 
switch was in 
ACC).
Turn the power 
switch to OFF 
and close the 
driver’s door. 
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2104-2. Driving procedures
4-2.Driving procedures
1Pull the parking brake switch 
to check that the parking 
brake is set. ( P.224)
The parking brake indicator will 
come on.
2Check that the shift lever is in 
P.
3 Firmly depress the brake 
pedal.
4 Turn the power switch to 
START to start the hybrid 
system.
If the “READY” indicator turns on, 
the hybrid system will operate nor-
mally.
Continue depressing the brake 
pedal until the “READY” indicator is 
illuminated.
5Check that the “READY” indi-
cator is illuminated.
If the “READY” indicator changes 
from a flashing light to a solid light 
and the buzzer sounds, the hybrid 
system is starting normally.
The vehicle will not move when the  “READY” indicator is off.
The vehicle can 
move when the 
“READY” indicator is on even if the 
gasoline engine is stopped. (The 
gasoline engine starts or stops 
automatically in accordance with 
the state of the vehicle.)
■If the hybrid system does not 
start
The immobilizer system may not 
have been deactivated. ( P. 8 2 )  
Contact your Toyota dealer.
■When the steering lock cannot 
be released
When starting the hybrid system, 
the power switch may seem stuck in 
OFF. To free it, turn the key while 
turning the steering wheel slightly 
left and right.
■When the ambient temperature 
is low, such as during winter 
driving conditions
When starting the hybrid system, 
the flashing time of the “READY” 
indicator may be  long. Leave the 
vehicle as it is until the “READY” 
indicator is steady on, as steady 
means the vehicle is able to move.
■Sounds and vibrations specific 
to a hybrid vehicle
 P. 7 4
■If the “READY” indicator does 
not come on
In the event that  the “READY” indi-
cator does not come on even after 
performing the proper procedures 
for starting the vehicle, contact your 
Toyota dealer immediately.
Power (ignition) 
switch (vehicles with-
out smart key system)
Starting the hybrid sys-
tem 
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2134-2. Driving procedures
4
Driving
from any power switch mode.
5Check that the “READY” indi-
cator is illuminated.
If the “READY” indicator changes 
from a flashing light to a solid light 
and the buzzer sounds, the hybrid 
system is starting normally. 
The vehicle will not move when the 
“READY” indicator is off. 
The vehicle can move when the 
“READY” indicator i s on even if the 
gasoline engine is stopped. (The 
gasoline engine starts or stops 
automatically in accordance with 
the state of the vehicle.)
■If the hybrid system does not 
start
●The immobilizer  system may not 
have been deactivated. ( P. 8 2 )
Contact your Toyota dealer.
●If a message related to start-up is 
shown on the multi-information 
display, read the message and fol-
low the instructions.
■When the ambient temperature 
is low, such as during winter 
driving conditions
When starting the hybrid system, 
the flashing time of the “READY” 
indicator may be long. Leave the 
vehicle as it is u ntil the “READY” 
indicator is steady on, as steady 
means the vehicle is able to move.
■Sounds and vibrations specific 
to a hybrid vehicle
 P. 7 4
■If the 12-volt b attery is dis-
charged
The hybrid system cannot be started 
using the smart key system. Refer 
to P.665 to restar t the hybrid sys-
tem.
■Electronic key battery depletion
 P.122
■Conditions affecting operation
 P.149
■Note for the entry function
 P.150
■Steering lock function
●After turning the power switch to 
OFF and opening and closing the 
doors, the steeri ng wheel will be 
locked due to the steering lock 
function. Operating the power 
switch again automatically can-
cels the steering lock.
●When the steering lock cannot be 
released, “Push power switch 
while turning the steering wheel in 
either direction” will be displayed 
on the multi-information display.
Check that the shift lever is set in 
P. Press the power switch shortly 
and firmly while turning the steer-
ing wheel left and right.
●To prevent the steering lock motor 
from overheating , the motor may 
be suspended if the hybrid system 
is turned on and off repeatedly in 
a short period of ti me. In this case, 
refrain from operating the power 
switch. After about 10 seconds, 
the steering lo ck motor will 
resume functioning. 
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6608-2. Steps to take in an emergency
One of the following may be the 
cause of the problem:
The electronic key may not be 
functioning properly. 
( P.663)
 There may not be sufficient 
fuel in the vehicle’s tank.
Refuel the vehicle. ( P.240)
 There may be a malfunction 
in the immobilizer system. 
( P. 8 2 )
 There may be a malfunction 
in the steering lock system.
 The hybrid system may be 
malfunctioning due to an elec-
trical problem such as elec-
tronic key battery depletion or 
a blown fuse. However, 
depending on the type of mal-
function, an interim measure 
is available to start the hybrid 
system. ( P.660) One of the following may be the 
cause of the problem:
The 12-volt battery may be 
discharged. ( P.665)
 The 12-volt battery terminal 
connections may be loose or 
corroded. ( P.586)
One of the following may be the 
cause of the problem:
 The 12-volt battery may be 
discharged. ( P.665)
 One or both of the 12-volt bat-
tery terminals may be discon-
nected. ( P.586)
Contact your Toyota dealer if the 
problem cannot be repaired, or if 
repair procedures are unknown.
When the hybrid system does 
not start, the following steps can 
be used as an interim measure 
to start the hybrid system if the 
power switch is functioning nor-
mally.
If  the hybrid system 
will not start
Reasons for the hybrid sys-
tem not starting vary 
depending on the situation. 
Check the following and 
perform the appropriate 
procedure:
The hybrid system will not 
start even though the cor-
rect starting procedure is 
being followed ( P.210, 
212)
The interior lights and 
headlights are  dim, or the 
horn does not sound or 
sounds at a low volume
The interior lights and 
headlights do not turn on, 
or the horn does not 
sound
Starting the hybrid sys-
tem in an emergency 
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Alphabetical Index731
HOME button .......................... 394
Home screen ........................... 394
Hood ........................................ 575
HooksCargo hooks ......................... 537
Coat hooks ........................... 552
Retaining hooks (floor mat) .... 28
Horn ......................................... 162
Hybrid battery (tr action battery)
Location.................................. 77
Specification ......................... 678
Hybrid battery air  vent ............. 79
Hybrid system .......................... 72 ACC.............................. 211, 216
Emergency shut off system .... 80
Energy monitor/consumption screen ................................ 113
EV drive mode...................... 217
High voltage components....... 77
How to start the hybrid system ................................... 210, 212
Hybrid System Indicator ... 94, 98
Hybrid system precautions ..... 77
Hybrid vehicle driving tips .... 375
If the hybrid sy stem will not start
........................................... 660
If your vehicle has to be stopped  in an emergency................. 629
Ignition switch (power switch) ................................... 210, 212
Overheating.......................... 670
Power (ignition) switch . 210, 212
Regenerative braking ............. 73
Starting the hybrid system ................................... 210, 212
Hybrid System Indicator .... 94, 98
Hybrid transmission .............. 219 S mode ................................. 221
I
I/M test ..................................... 572
Identification Engine ..................................677
Vehicle ..................................676
Ignition switch (power switch) .......................................210, 212Auto power off fun ction .........216
Changing the power switch  modes......................... 211, 216
If your vehicle has to be stopped  in an emergency .................629
Starting the hybrid system ...................................210, 212
Immobilizer system ..................82
Indicators ..................................88
Info button (Menu screen) .....387
Initialization Items to initialize ...................708
Maintenance .........................569
Moon roof .............................180
Panoramic moon r oof ...........183
Parking Support Brake .........300
Power back door ..................143
Power windows ....................176
Tire pressure w arning system
...........................................595
Initial screen............................391 Caution screen .....................391
Restarting the system ...........391
Inside rear view m irror ...163, 165
Instrument panel light control .........................................96, 102
Interior lights...........................530 Switch ...................................530
Wattage ................................684
Intuitive parking assist Function................................290
Warning message.................293
iPod/iPhone (Apple CarPlay) .444
J
Jack Positioning a floor jack .........577
Vehicle-equipped jack ..........652 
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738Alphabetical Index
Moon roof switches .............. 179
Outside rear view mirror switches ............................. 174
Panoramic moon roof switches ........................................... 182
Parking brake switch ............ 224
PCS (Pre-Collision System) . 251
PKSB (Parking Support Brake) ........................................... 298
Power back door switch138, 139
Power door lock switch ........ 132
Power switch ................ 210, 212
Power window switch ........... 176
RCTA .................................... 282
Rear window and outside rear  view mirror defoggers switch........................................... 522
Rear window wipe r and washer 
switch ................................. 238
Seat heater switches .... 527, 528
Seat ventilator switches ....... 528
Tire pressure warning reset  switch ................................. 595
Vehicle-to-vehicle distance  switch ................................. 270
VSC OFF switch................... 369
Window lock switch .............. 178
Windshield defogger switch . 522
Windshield wiper de-icer switch ........................................... 523
Windshield wipers and washer  switch ................................. 235
T
Tail lights Light switch .......................... 229
Replacing light bulbs ............ 618
Talking on the Bluetooth
® hands-
free system ........................... 484 Call screen operation ........... 484
Incoming call waiting ............ 486 Sending tones ......................485
Transmit volume setting .......485
Theft deterrent system Alarm ......................................85
Immobilizer system .................82
Tire inflation pressure Maintenance data .................681
Tire inflation pressure display function ...............................589
Warning light.........................642
Tire information ......................687 Glossary ...............................691
Size ......................................689
Tire identification number .....688
Tire section names ...............689
Tire pressure warning system Function................................589
Initializing..............................595
Installing tire p ressure warning 
valves and transmitters ......594
Registering ID codes ............598
Warning light.........................642
Tires .........................................586 Chains ..................................379
Checking ..............................586
Glossary ...............................691
If you have a flat tire .............651
Inflation pressure ..................600
Information ......... ..................687
Replacing .............................651
Rotating tires ........................588
Size ......................................681
Snow tires.............................377
Spare tire ..............................651
Tire identification number .....688
Tire inflation pressure display  function ...............................589
Tire pressure w arning system
...........................................589
Uniform Tire Quality Grading 690
Warning light.........................642
Tools ........................................652