ABS TOYOTA RAV4 PHEV 2021 User Guide

4405-5. Using the driving support systems
System), PCS will also be disabled
(only Pre-Collision warning is avail -
able). The PCS warning light will
come on and a message will be dis -
played on the multi-information dis -
play. ( →P.361)
■When the message is displayed on
the multi-information display show -
ing that TRC has been disabled
even if has not been pressed
TRC is temporary deactivated. If the information continues to show, contact
any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota
authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
■Operating conditions of hill-start
assist control
When the following four conditions are met, the hill-start as sist control will oper-
ate:
●The shift lever is in a position other
than P or N (when starting off for-
ward/backward on an upward incline).
●The vehicle is stopped.
●The accelerator pedal is not
depressed.
●The parking brake is not engaged.
■Automatic system cancelation of
hill-start assist control
The hill-start assist control will turn off in any of the following situations:
●The shift lever is shifted to P or N.
●The accelerator pedal is depressed.
●The parking brak e is engaged.
●No more than 2 seconds have elapsed after the brake pedal is
released.
■Sounds and vibrations caused by
the ABS, brake assist, VSC, Trailer Sway Control, TRC and hill-start
assist control systems
●A sound may be heard from the
engine compartment when the brake
pedal is depressed repeatedly, when
the hybrid system i s started or just
after the vehicle beg ins to move. This sound does not indicate that a mal -
function has occurred in any of these
systems.
●Any of the followin g conditions may
occur when the a bove systems are operating. None of these indicates
that a malfunction has occurred.
• Vibrations may be felt through the vehicle body and steering.
• A motor sound may be heard also
after the vehicle comes to a stop.
■ECB operating sound
ECB operating sound may be heard in
the following cases, but it does not indi-
cate that a malfun ction has occurred.
●Operating sound heard from the
engine compartment when the brake pedal is operated.
●Motor sound of the brake system heard from the front part of the vehicle
when the driver’ door is opened.
●Operating sound heard from the
engine compartment when one or two
minutes passed after the stop of the hybrid system.
■Active Cornering Assist operation
sounds and vibrations
When the Active Cornering Assist is operated, operation sounds and vibra -
tions may be generat ed from the brake
system, but thi s is not a malfunction.
■EPS operation sound
When the steering wheel is operated, a
motor sound (whirring sound) may be
heard. This does not indicate a malfunc - tion.
■Automatic reacti vation of TRC,
Trailer Sway Control and VSC sys -
tems
After turning the TRC, Trailer Sway Control and VSC systems off, the sys -
tems will be automati cally re-enabled in
the following situations:
●When the power switch is turned off.
●If only the TRC syst em is turned off,

4425-5. Using the driving support systems
MessageDetails/Actions
“AWD System Over-
heated Switching to 2WD
Mode”
AWD system is overheating.
→ Drive the vehicle at low speeds and stop the
vehicle in a safe place with the hybrid system
operating until the message is cleared.
Once the display message on the multi-information dis -
play turns off, there is no p roblem continuing to drive.
If the message does not dis appear, have your vehicle
checked by any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota
authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer immedi-
ately.
“AWD System Over -
heated 2WD Mode
Engaged”
The vehicle switch ed from all-wheel drive (AWD) to
front wheel drive du e to overheating.
→ Drive the vehicle at low speeds and stop the
vehicle in a safe place with the hybrid system
operating until the message is cleared.
Once the display message on the multi-information dis -
play turns off, the AWD s ystem returns to normal.
If the message does not dis appear, have your vehicle
checked by any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota
authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer immedi-
ately.
“AWD System Malfunc -
tion 2WD Mode Engaged
Visit Your Dealer”
A malfunction occurr ed in the AWD system.
→ Have your vehicle checked by any authorized
Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or
any reliable repairer immediately.
WARNING
■The ABS does not operate effec -
tively when
●The limits of tire gripping perfor -
mance have been exceeded (such
as excessively worn tires on a snow covered road).
●The vehicle hydroplanes while driv - ing at high speed on wet or slick
roads.
■Stopping distance when the ABS
is operating may exceed that of normal conditions
The ABS is not desi gned to shorten
the vehicle’s stopping distance. Always maintain a safe distance from
the vehicle in fron t of you, especially
in the following situations:
●When driving on dirt, gravel or snow-covered roads
●When driving wit h tire chains
●When driving over bumps in the
road

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5-5. Using the driving support systems
Driving
WARNING
●When driving over roads with pot -
holes or uneven surfaces
■TRC/VSC may not operate effec -
tively when
Directional control and power may not be achievable while driving on slip -
pery road surfaces , even if the
TRC/VSC system is operating.
Drive the vehicle carefully in condi - tions where stabilit y and power may
be lost.
■Active Cornering Assist does not
operate effectively when
●Do not overly rely on Active Corner - ing Assist. Active Cornering Assist
may not operate effectively when
accelerating down slopes or driving on slippery road surfaces.
●When Active Cornering Assist fre - quently operates, Active Cornering
Assist may temporarily stop operat -
ing to ensure prop er operation of the brakes, TRC and VSC.
■Hill-start assist control does not operate effectively when
●Do not overly rely on hill-start assist
control. Hill-start assist control may not operate effectively on steep
inclines and roads covered with ice.
●Unlike the parking brake, hill-start
assist control is not intended to hold
the vehicle stationary for an extended period of time. Do not
attempt to use hill-start assist con -
trol to hold the vehicle on an incline, as doing so may lead to an acci-
dent.
■When the TRC/ABS/VSC/Trailer
Sway Control is activated
The slip indicator light flashes. Always drive carefully. Reckless driving may
cause an accident. Exercise particular
care when the indicat or light flashes.
■When the TRC/VSC/Trailer Sway Control systems are turned off
Be especially careful and drive at a
speed appropriate t o the road condi- tions. As these ar e the systems to
help ensure vehicl e stability and driv-
ing force, do not turn the TRC/VSC/Trailer Sway Control sys -
tems off unle ss necessary.
Trailer Sway Control is part of the VSC system and will not operate if
VSC is turned off or experiences a
malfunction.
■Replacing tires
Make sure that all tires are of the specified size, brand, tread pattern
and total load capac ity. In addition,
make sure that the tires are inflated to the recommended tire inflation pres -
sure level.
The ABS, TRC and VSC/Trailer Sway Control systems will not function cor -
rectly if different ti res are installed on
the vehicle. Contact any authorized Toyota
retailer or Toyota a uthorized repairer,
or any reliable repairer for further information when replacing tires or
wheels.
■Handling of tires and the suspen -
sion
Using tires with any kind of problem or modifying the suspension will affect
the driving assist systems, and may
cause a system to malfunction.
■Trailer Sway Control precaution
The Trailer Sway C ontrol system is not able to reduce tr ailer sway in all
situations. Depending on many fac -
tors such as the conditions of the
vehicle, trailer, road surface and driv - ing environment, the Trailer Sway
Control system may not be effective.
Refer to your traile r owner’s manual for information on how to tow your
trailer properly.

5507-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
3Remove the screws and clips,
partly remove the fender liner.
4 Unplug the connector.
5 Turn the bulb base counter-
clockwise.
6 Set the new light bulb.
Align the 3 tabs on the light bulb with
the mounting, and in sert. Turn it clock- wise to set.
7 Set the connector.
Shake the bulb base gently to check that it is not loose , turn the front fog
lights on once and visually confirm that
no light is leaking through the mount - ing.

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Maintenance and care
turning the bulb base.
3Remove the light bulb.
4 Install a new light bulb.
5 Install the bulb base to the light
unit by inserting it and turning
the bulb base clockwise.
Secure the cord with the clip back again
after installing the bulb base.
6Reinstall the cover.
■Outer foot lights (if equipped)
1 Press the upper part of the out-
side rear view mirror to tilt the
mirror face upward, and discon -
nect the four tabs behind the
mirror.
Pry the mirror out toward you, and dis -
connect two tabs at a time.
Work carefully, ensuring that you do not

5547-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
drop the mirror.
2 Disconnect the connectors
behind the mirror, and remove
the mirror.
Make sure to check the connectors, to
avoid connecting upside down when reinstalling.
Work carefully, ensuring that you do not
drop the mirror.
3 Disconnect the tabs behind the
mirror cover, and remove the
mirror cover.
4 Fold the mirror before removing
the light unit.
5 Remove the light unit.
Remove the two screws, and disen-
gage the two tabs with a flat-head screwdriver.
Work carefully, ensuring that you do not

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Maintenance and care
damage the tabs.
6Turn the bulb base counter-
clockwise.
Remove the cord from the clip before turning the bulb base.
7 Remove the light bulb.
8 Install a new light bulb then
install the bulb base to the light
unit by inserting it and turning
the bulb base clockwise.
Secure the cord with the clip back again after installing the bulb base.
9Install the light unit.
Make sure that the two tabs of the light
unit are engaged securely, and install

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the two screws.
10 Extend the mirror.
11 Install the mirror cover.
12 Reconnect the connectors of the
mirror.
13 Align the tabs, and secure the
mirror by pushing in each diago -
nally-opposite pair of tabs in
order.
Make sure to insert the tabs in order as shown in the illustration, and push them
in until a click is heard.
If you do not hear the click, do not force the tabs in. Instead , remove the mirror
and check that the tabs are aligned.

5708-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■Malfunction indicator lamp*
*: This light illuminates on the multi-information display.
■SRS warning light
■ABS warning light
■Electric power steering system warning light* (warning buzzer)
*: This light illuminates on the multi-information display.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
Indicates a malfunction in:
 The hybrid system;
 The electronic engine control system;
 The electronic throttle control system; or
 The emission control system (if equipped)
→ Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized
Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer,
or any reliable re pairer immediately.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
Indicates a malfunction in:
 The SRS airbag system; or
 The seat belt pretensioner system
→ Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized
Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer,
or any reliable re pairer immediately.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
Indicates a malfunction in:
 The ABS; or
 The brake assist system
→ Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized
Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer,
or any reliable re pairer immediately.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
(Red/yellow)
Indicates a malfunction in the EPS (Electric Power
Steering) system
→ Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized
Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer,
or any reliable re pairer immediately.

6008-2. Steps to take in an emergency
WARNING
■When using the compact spare
tire
●Remember that the compact spare tire provided is specifically
designed for use with your vehicle.
Do not use your compact spare tire on another vehicle.
●Do not use more than one compact
spare tire simultaneously.
●Replace the compact spare tire with
a standard tire as soon as possible.
●Avoid sudden acceleration, abrupt
steering, sudden braking and shift - ing operations that cause sudden
engine braking.
■When the compact spare tire is
attached
The vehicle speed may not be cor - rectly detected, and the following sys -
tems may not oper ate correctly:
• ABS & Brake assist
• VSC/Trailer Sway Control
•TRC
• Cruise control (if equipped)
• Dynamic radar cruise control with
full-speed range (if equipped)
• PCS (Pre-Collision System) (if
equipped)
• EPS
• LTA (Lane Tracing Assist) (if
equipped)
• Tire pressure warning system
• AHB (Automatic High Beam) (if equipped)
• BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) (if equipped)
• Rear view monitor system (if equipped)
• Panoramic view monitor (if equipped)
• Toyota parking assist monitor (if equipped)
• Toyota parking assist-sensor (if equipped)
• PKSB (Parking Support Brake) (if equipped)
• Navigation system (if equipped)
Also, not only can the following sys-
tem not be utilized fully, but it may actually negatively affect the drive-
train components:
• E-Four (Electro nic On-Demand AWD system)
■Speed limit when using the com - pact spare tire
Do not drive at speeds in excess of 80
km/h (50 mph) when a compact spare tire is installed on the vehicle.
The compact spare tire is not
designed for driving at high speeds. Failure to observe this precaution
may lead to an accident causing
death or serious injury.
■After using the tools and jack
Before driving, make sure all the tools and jack are securely in place in their
storage location to reduce the possi -
bility of personal i njury during a colli- sion or sudden braking.
NOTICE
■Be careful when driving over
bumps with the compact spare
tire installed on the vehicle
The vehicle height may become lower
when driving with the compact spare
tire compared to w hen driving with standard tires. Be careful when driv-
ing over uneven road surfaces.