warning TOYOTA RAV4 PLUG-IN HYBRID 2022 Owners Manual

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4-4. Adjusting the steering wheel and mirrors
Before driving
ror mode and the optical mirror
mode.
When using the digital mirror
mode
 P.238
When using the optical mirror
mode
1 Press the menu button.
The icons will be displayed.
2Press or to
enable (ON)/disable (OFF) the
automatic anti-glare function.
The icons will disappear if a button is not operated for approximately 5 sec-onds or more.
QAdjusting the display (digital mirror mode)
OIf the displayed image is adjusted, it may appear distorted. This is not a
malfunction.
OIf the brightness of the Digital Rear-
view Mirror is set too high, it may cause eye strain. Adjust the Digital Rear-view Mirror to an appropriate
brightness. If your eyes become tired, change to optical mirror mode.
OThe brightness of the Digital Rear-view Mirror will change automatically according to the brightness of the
area in front of your vehicle.
QTo prevent the light sensors from
malfunctioning
To prevent the light sensors from mal- functioning, do not touch or cover them.
WARNING
Observe the following precautions.Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
QWhile driving
ODo not adjust the position of the
Digital Rear-view Mirror or adjust the display settings while driving.Stop the vehicle and operate the
Digital Rear-view Mirror control switches. Failure to do so may cause a steer-
ing wheel operation error, resulting in an unexpected accident.
OAlways pay attention to the vehi-cle’s surroundings.
The size of the vehicles and other
objects may look different when in digital mirror mode and optical mirror mode.
When backing up, make sure to directly check the safety of the area around your vehicle, especially
behind the vehicle. Additionally, if a vehicle approaches from the rear in the dark, such as at
night, the surrounding area may appear dim.

2404-4. Adjusting the steering wheel and mirrors
QCleaning the mirror surface
If the mirror surface is dirty, the
image on the display may be diffi-
cult to see.
Clean the mirror surface gently
using a soft dry cloth.
QCleaning the camera
If the camera lens is dirty, the dis-
played image may not be clear. In
this case, clean it with a soft cloth
dampened with water or a swab.
QThe camera
The camera for the Digital Rear-view Mirror is located as shown.
QThe cooling fan
There is a cooling fan in the Digital
Rear-view Mirror. Cooling fan sounds may be heard when using the system.
WARNING
QTo prevent causes of fire
If the driver continues using the Digi-
tal Rear-view Mirror while smoke or odor comes from the mirror, it may result in fire. Stop using the system
immediately and contact any autho- rized Toyota retailer or Toyota autho-rized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
Cleaning the Digital Rear-
view Mirror
NOTICE
QTo prevent the Digital Rear-view Mirror from malfunctioning
ODo not use detergents, such as thinner, benzene, and alcohol to clean the mirror. They may discolor,
deteriorate or damage the mirror surface.
ODo not smoke, use matches, use
cigarette lighters or allow open flames near the mirror. It may dam-age the mirror or cause a fire.
ODo not remove, disassemble or modify the mirror.
QTo prevent the camera from mal-functioning
OObserve the following precautions,
otherwise the Digital Rear-view Mir- ror may not operate properly.
• Do not strike or hit the camera or
subject it to a strong impact, as the camera installation position and angle may be changed.
• Do not remove, disassemble or modify the camera.
• Do not allow an organic solvent, car wax, window cleaner or glass coat-
ing to adhere to the camera. If this happens, wipe it off as soon as pos-sible.
• When cleaning the camera lens, wipe the camera lens with a damp
soft cloth. Do not strongly rub the camera lens, as it may be scratched and
will not be able to transmit a clear image.
• When applying colored film (includ- ing transparent film) to the rear win-dow glass, do not apply it to the
area in front of the camera. If film is applied to the area in front of the camera, the image from the
camera may not display properly.

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4-4. Adjusting the steering wheel and mirrors
Before driving
QDefogging the mirrors
The outside rear view mirrors can be
cleared using the mirror defoggers. Turn on the rear window defogger to turn on the outside rear view mirror defoggers.
( P.408)
1To select a mirror to adjust,
press the switch.
Left
Right
2 To adjust the mirror, press the
switch.
Up
Right
Down
Left
QMirror angle can be adjusted when
The power switch is in ACC or ON.
Outside rear view mir-
rors
The rear view mirror’s position
can be adjusted to enable suf-
ficient confirmation of the rear
view.
WARNING
QImportant points while driving
Observe the following precautions
while driving. Failing to do so may result in loss of control of the vehicle and cause an
accident, resulting in death or serious injury.
ODo not adjust the mirrors while driv-
ing.
ODo not drive with the mirrors folded.
OBoth the driver and passenger side mirrors must be extended and prop-
erly adjusted before driving.
QWhen the mirror defoggers are
operating
Do not touch the rear view mirror sur- faces, as they can become very hot
and burn you.
Adjustment procedure
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B
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B
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2464-4. Adjusting the steering wheel and mirrors
1Folds the mirrors
2 Extends the mirrors
Putting the outside rear view mirror
folding switch in the neutral position
sets the mirrors to automatic mode.
Automatic mode allows the folding or
extending of the mirrors to be linked to
locking/unlocking of the doors.
QUsing automatic mode in cold weather
When automatic mode is used in cold
weather, the door mirror could freeze up and automatic stowing and return may not be possible. In this event, remove
any ice and snow from the door mirror, then either operate the mirror using manual mode or move the mirror by
hand.
QCustomization
The automatic mirror folding and extending operation can be changed.
(Customizable features: P.576)
Folding the mirrors
WARNING
QWhen a mirror is moving
To avoid personal injury and mirror malfunction, be careful not to get your hand caught by the moving mirror.

2484-5. Opening, closing the windows and moon roof
direction, and hold it there for
approximately 4 seconds or more.
6 Pull and hold the power window switch in the one-touch closing direction again. After the side win-
dow is completely closed, continue holding the switch for a further 1 sec-ond or more.
If you release the switch while the side window is moving, start again from the beginning.
If the side window reverses and cannot be fully closed or opened, have the vehi-cle inspected by any authorized Toyota
retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
QDoor lock linked power window operation
OThe power windows can be opened
and closed using the mechanical key.*
( P.545)
OThe power windows can be opened
and closed using the wireless remote
control.* ( P.203)
OVehicles with alarm: The alarm may be triggered if the alarm is set and the
power window is closed using the door lock linked power window opera-tion function. ( P.78)*: These settings must be customized at
any authorized Toyota retailer or
Toyota authorized repairer, or any reli-
able repairer.
QPower window open reminder func-
tion
The buzzer sounds and a message is shown on the multi-information display
when the power switch is turned to OFF and the driver’s door is opened with the power windows open.
QCustomization
Settings (e.g. linked door lock operation) can be changed. (Customizable fea-tures: P.576)
WARNING
Observe the following precautions. Failing to do so may result in death or
serious injury.
QClosing the power windows
OThe driver is responsible for all the power window operations, including the operation for the passengers. In
order to prevent accidental opera- tion, especially by a child, do not let a child operate the power windows.
It is possible for children and other passengers to have body parts caught in the power window. Also,
when riding with a child, it is recom- mended to use the window lock switch. ( P.249)
OCheck to make sure that all passen- gers do not have any part of their
body in a position where it could be caught when a power window is being operated.
OWhen using the wireless remote control or mechanical key and oper-
ating the power windows, operate the power window after checking to make sure that there is no possibil-
ity of any passenger having any of their body parts caught in the side window. Also, do not let a child
operate the power window by the wireless remote control or mechani-cal key. It is possible for children
and other passengers to get caught in the power window.

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4-5. Opening, closing the windows and moon roof
Before driving
This function can be used to pre-
vent children from accidentally
opening or closing a passenger
window.
Press the switch.
The indicator will come on and the
passenger windows will be locked.
The passenger windows can still be
opened and closed using the driver’s
switch even if the lock switch is on.
QThe window lock switch can be operated when
The power switch is in ON.
QWhen the 12-volt battery is discon- nected
The window lock switch is disabled. If
necessary, press the window lock switch after reconnecting the 12-volt battery.
WARNING
OWhen exiting the vehicle, turn the power switch to OFF, carry the key
and exit the vehicle along with the child. There may be accidental operation, due to mischief, etc., that
may possibly lead to an accident.
QJam protection function
ONever use any part of your body to intentionally activate the jam pro-tection function.
OThe jam protection function may not work if something gets jammed just
before the side window is fully closed. Be careful not to get any part of your body jammed in the
side window.
QCatch protection function
ONever use any part of your body or clothing to intentionally activate the catch protection function.
OThe catch protection function may not work if something gets caught
just before the side window is fully opened. Be careful not to get any part of your body or clothing caught
in the side window.
Preventing accidental oper-
ation (window lock switch)
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2524-5. Opening, closing the windows and moon roof
panoramic moon roof or electronic
sunshade closes and reopens. The panoramic moon roof and electronic
sunshade will start to close.*
4 Check that the panoramic moon roof
and electronic sunshade are fully closed and release the switch.*: If the switch is released at the incor-
rect time, the procedure will have to
be performed again from the begin-
ning.
If the panoramic moon roof or electronic
sunshade does not fully close even after performing the above procedure cor-rectly, have the vehicle inspected by any
authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
QPanoramic moon roof open
reminder function
A buzzer sounds and a message is shown on the multi-information display
when the power switch is turned to OFF and the driver’s door is opened with the panoramic moon roof open.
QCustomization
Settings (e.g. linked door lock operation) can be changed. (Customizable fea-tures: P.576)
WARNING
Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
QOpening and closing the elec-tronic sunshade
OCheck to make sure that all passen-
gers do not have any part of their body in a position where it could be caught when the electronic sun-
shade is being operated.
ODo not let a child operate the elec-
tronic sunshade. Closing the elec- tronic sunshade on someone can cause death or serious injury.
QOpening the panoramic moon roof
ODo not allow any passengers to put their hands or head outside the vehicle while it is moving.
ODo not sit on top of the panoramic moon roof.
QOpening and closing the pan-oramic moon roof
OThe driver is responsible for pan-oramic moon roof opening and closing operations.
In order to prevent accidental oper- ation, especially by a child, do not let a child operate the panoramic
moon roof. It is possible for children and other passengers to have body parts caught in the panoramic
moon roof.

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Before driving
WARNING
OCheck to make sure that all passen- gers do not have any part of their
body in a position where it could be caught when the panoramic moon roof is being operated.
OWhen using the wireless remote control or mechanical key and oper-
ating the panoramic moon roof, operate the panoramic moon roof after checking to make sure that
there is no possibility of any pas- senger having any of their body parts caught in the panoramic
moon roof. Also, do not let a child operate panoramic moon roof by the wireless remote control or
mechanical key. It is possible for children and other passengers to get caught in the panoramic moon
roof.
OWhen exiting the vehicle, turn the
power switch to OFF, carry the key and exit the vehicle along with the child. There may be accidental
operation, due to mischief, etc., that may possibly lead to an accident.
QJam protection function
ONever use any part of your body to intentionally activate the jam pro-
tection function.
OThe jam protection function may not work if something gets caught just before the panoramic moon roof or
electronic sunshade is fully closed. Also, the jam protection function is not designed to operate while the
switch is being pressed. Take care so that your fingers, etc. do not get caught.
QTo prevent burns or injuries
Do not touch the area between the
underside of the panoramic moon roof and the electronic sunshade. Your hand may get caught and you
could injure yourself. Also, if the vehi- cle is left in direct sunlight for a long time, the underside of the panoramic
moon roof could become very hot and could cause burns.
NOTICE
QTo prevent damage to the pan-
oramic moon roof
OBefore opening the panoramic moon roof, make sure that there are
no foreign objects, such as stones or ice, around the opening.
ODo not hit the surface or edge of the panoramic moon roof with hard objects.
QAfter the vehicle has been washed or rained on
Before opening the panoramic moon roof, wipe any water off the pan-oramic moon roof. Otherwise, water
may enter the cabin when the pan- oramic moon roof is opened.

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5-1. Before driving
Driving
QDriving in the rain
ODrive carefully when it is raining, because visibility will be reduced, the
windows may become fogged-up, and the road could be slippery.
ODrive carefully when it starts to rain, as the road surface could be espe-cially slippery.
ORefrain from high speeds when driv-ing on an expressway in the rain,
because there may be a layer of water between the tires and the road sur-face, preventing the steering and
brakes from operating properly.
QECO Accelerator Guidance ( P.180)
It is easier to drive in an Eco-friendly
manner by driving while referring to the ECO Accelerator Guidance display. Also, by using the ECO Accelerator
Guidance it is easier to increase the “Eco Score” evaluation.
OWhen starting off: While staying within the ECO Accelerator Guidance range, gradually depress the accelerator
pedal and accelerate to the desired speed. If excessive acceleration is avoided, the “Start” score will
increase.
OWhen driving: After accelerating to the
desired speed, release the accelera- tor pedal and drive at a stable speed within the ECO Accelerator Guidance
range. By keeping the vehicle within the ECO Accelerator Guidance range, the “Cruise” score will increase.
OWhen stopping: When stopping the vehicle, early releasing the accelera-
tor pedal will cause the “Stop” score to increase.
QRestraining the hybrid system out-put (Brake Override System)
OWhen the accelerator and brake ped-als are depressed at the same time,
the hybrid system output may be restrained.
OA warning message is displayed on the multi-information display and
head-up display (if equipped) while
the system is operating.
QBreaking in your new Toyota
To extend the life of the vehicle, observ- ing the following precautions is recom-
mended:
OFor the first 300 km (200 miles):
Avoid sudden stops.
OFor the first 800 km (500 miles):
Do not tow a trailer.
OFor the first 1000 km (600 miles):
• Do not drive at extremely high speeds.• Avoid sudden acceleration.
• Do not drive continuously in low gears.• Do not drive at a constant speed for
extended periods.
QOperating your vehicle in a foreign country
Comply with the relevant vehicle regis-
tration laws and confirm the availability of the correct fuel. ( P.560)
WARNING
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
QWhen starting the vehicle
Always keep your foot on the brake pedal while stopped with the
“READY” indicator is illuminated. This prevents the vehicle from creeping.

2585-1. Before driving
WARNING
QWhen driving the vehicle
ODo not drive if you are unfamiliar
with the location of the brake and accelerator pedals to avoid depressing the wrong pedal.
• Accidentally depressing the accel- erator pedal instead of the brake pedal will result in sudden accelera-
tion that may lead to an accident.
• When backing up, you may twist your body around, leading to a diffi-
culty in operating the pedals. Make sure to operate the pedals properly.
• Make sure to keep a correct driving
posture even when moving the vehicle only slightly. This allows you to depress the brake and accel-
erator pedals properly.
• Depress the brake pedal using your right foot. Depressing the brake
pedal using your left foot may delay response in an emergency, result-ing in an accident.
OThe driver should pay extra atten-tion to pedestrians when the vehicle
is powered only by the electric motor (traction motor). As there is no engine noise, the pedestrians
may misjudge the vehicle’s move- ment. Even though the vehicle is equipped with the Acoustic Vehicle
Alerting System, drive with care as pedestrians in the vicinity may still not notice the vehicle if the sur-
rounding area is noisy.
ODo not drive the vehicle over or
stop the vehicle near flammable materials such as leaves, paper or rags.
The exhaust system and exhaust gases can be extremely hot. These hot parts may cause a fire if there is
any flammable material nearby.
ODuring normal driving, do not turn off the hybrid system. Turning the hybrid system off while driving will
not cause loss of steering or brak- ing control, however, power assist to the steering will be lost. This will
make it more difficult to steer smoothly, so you should pull over and stop the vehicle as soon as it is
safe to do so. In the event of an emergency, such as if it becomes impossible to stop
the vehicle in the normal way:  P.500
OUse engine braking (downshift) to maintain a safe speed when driving down a steep hill.
Using the brakes continuously may cause the brakes to overheat and lose effectiveness. ( P.277)
ODo not adjust the position of the steering wheel, the seat, or the
inside or outside rear view mirrors while driving.Doing so may result in a loss of
vehicle control.
OAlways check that all passengers’
arms, head or other parts of their body are not outside the vehicle.
QWhen driving on slippery road surfaces
OSudden braking, acceleration and
steering may cause tire slippage and reduce your ability to control the vehicle.
OSudden acceleration, engine brak-ing due to shifting, or changes in
engine speed could cause the vehi- cle to skid.