TOYOTA RAV4 HYBRID 2021 (in English) User Guide

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OVERVIEW FEATURES & OPERATIONS TOYOTA SAFETY SENSE SAFETY & EMERGENCY FEATURES
Smart Key system
Without depressing the brake pedal, pressing the “POWER” button will change the
operation mode in succession from:
PANIC BUTTON
Push and hold
Smart Key
NOTE: The Smart Key must be carried to enable the start function. With the
Park position selected and the brake pedal depressed, push the “POWER”
button.
Off - All systems OFF. Emergency flashers can be used.
Accessory – Some electrical components can be used.
On - All electrical components can be used.
START FUNCTION
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NOTE: Tighten until one click is
heard. If the cap is not locked or
tightened, check Engine “
”
indicator may illuminate.
Push lever to the
left and raise hood
Insert rod to hold
hood open Pull
Push
Driver seat
Turn to open
Store
Close
Fuel tank door release & cap
Hood release

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OVERVIEW FEATURES & OPERATIONS TOYOTA SAFETY SENSE SAFETY & EMERGENCY FEATURES
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
Instrument panel light control
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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 for the
vehicle. To conserve energy, when the brakes are applied the braking force
generates electricity which is then sent to the traction battery. In addition, the
engine shuts off when the vehicle is stopped. The benefits are better fuel economy
and reduced vehicle emissions.
NOTE: Fuel consumption and energy information of the Hybrid System are
shown on the Multi-Information Display (MID) and the audio system
screen (navigation system or multi-media system.)
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 energy.
5. Minimize use of the Air Conditioning.

The “READY” light will blink. After a few seconds, when the light remains steady
and a beep sounds, shift the gear to the desired position and you may begin
driving. 
Put the shift lever in “Park.”

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

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Auto lock/unlock
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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OVERVIEW FEATURES & OPERATIONS TOYOTA SAFETY SENSE SAFETY & EMERGENCY FEATURES
Hybrid transmission
Smart KeyWithout Smart Key
Steering lock release
Push Turn
Turn
Turn
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 button shortly and firmly while
turning the steering wheel left and
right.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.
* The vehicle must be on and the brake pedal depressed to shift from Park.
Shift the shift lever to “S” position from “D” position.
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Downshifting increases power going uphill, or provides engine braking downhill. For
best fuel economy during normal driving conditions, always drive with the shift lever
in the “D” position.
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Electric parking brake
Automatic (shift lever operation)
ManualTo turn automatic mode ON, while vehicle is stopped, pull and hold switch until a
buzzer sounds and “EPB Shift Interlock Function Activated” displays in the Multi-
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automatically set the brake and turn the parking brake indicator and parking brake
light on. To release brake, depress brake and shift out of P. The indicator and the
light turn off.
To turn automatic mode OFF, push and hold parking brake switch until “EPB Shift
Interlock Function Deactivated” displays on the MID.
While vehicle is stopped and brake pedal is depressed, pull to set parking brake
and turn the parking brake indicator and parking brake light on. To release, press
the brake pedal and push switch. The indicator and the light turn off.
The brake hold system keeps the brake applied when the shift lever is in D, S or N
with the system on and the brake pedal has been depressed to stop the vehicle.
The system releases the brake when the accelerator pedal is depressed with the
shift lever in D or S to allow smooth start off.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for limitations and more details.
Parking brake light
Pull to setPress to
release
Standby indicatorOperated indicator
Driver sideAutomatic modeManual mode
BRAKE HOLD
PARKING BRAKE
Parking brake light
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1. When the liftgate reaches the desired height, push the rear liftgate close-button
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2. To reset the height, with the liftgate open and not moving, press and hold the
rear liftgate close-button until the 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 “” of the
meter control switches and select “
” from “” screen. Press “” or “” and
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For more details, refer to the Owner’s Manual.To automatically open/close Power Liftgate Quickly swipe your foot near the
lower center part of the rear bumper for within 1 second to trigger sensor. To
operate, make sure that the touchless sensor operation is enabled, the power
switch is OFF and that you are carrying the remote.
Rear door-Power Liftgate (if equipped)
Instrument panel
Power Liftgate (back door)
Hands-Free, Foot-Activated Power Liftgate
(if equipped)
Open: Push and hold
Close: Push and hold again
(close only)
Sensor area
(open only)
Carry Smart
Key remote
PROGRAMMABLE POWER LIFTGATE
NOTE:
- Installation of a tow hitch receiver or other accessories may require disabling
or removing the kick sensor.
- If battery is disconnected, the power back door needs to be reinitialized.

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Indicator
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.
Length
Lock release lever
Angle
Unlock
Lock
Door locks
Power windows
All window auto up/down 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.
Driver side
Up
Down
Window lock switch
Indicator
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OVERVIEW FEATURES & OPERATIONS TOYOTA SAFETY SENSE SAFETY & EMERGENCY FEATURES
Seat adjustments-Front
Seats-Head restraints
Lock release buttonLock release button
Head restraints cannot
be adjusted.
Front seats Rear outboard seatsRear center seat
POWER DRIVER SEAT
MANUAL SEAT
ADJUSTMENT
FOLDING
Seat position
(forward/backward)
Seatback angle
Lumbar support Vertical height adjustment Seat cushion (front) angle
Seat adjustments-Rear
Pull upPull up
Push back
Pull forward
Seat position
(forward/backward)Height crank
(driver side only) Seatback angle

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FEATURES & OPERATIONS
Right turn
Lane change
*
Lane change*
Left turn
Lights & turn signals
Daytime Running Light system (DRL) Automatically turns on under certain
conditions to make vehicle more visible to other drivers. Not for use at night.
Automatic light cut off system Automatically turns lights off after 30 second
delay, or lock switch on the remote is pushed after all doors are locked.
Automatic High Beams (AHB) system Automatically switches between high
and low beams as appropriate to enhance vision at night.
Refer to Toyota Safety Sense™ 2.0 (TSS 2.0) in this guide or the Owner’s Manual
for more details on the Automatic High Beams feature.
* Operating conditions must be met. Refer to the Owner’s Manual for details.
Type AType B
HEADLIGHTS
Parking lights
Low beam (Original position)
High beam (Push)
Automatic High beams*or Auto Headlights
DRL OFFParking lights
DRL ONHeadlights
OFF
High beam flasher
(Pull)
TURN SIGNALS
* Move lever partway and release. The signals will flash three times.