light TOYOTA RAV4 PLUG-IN HYBRID 2023 Owners Manual

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8-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
minutes to recharge the 12-volt
battery of your vehicle.
6 Vehicles with steering lock func-
tion: Open and close any of the
doors of your vehicle with the
power switch off.
7 Maintain the engine speed of
the second vehicle and start the
hybrid system of your vehicle by
turning the power switch to ON.
8 Make sure the “READY” indica-
tor comes on. If the indicator
light does not come on, contact
any authorized Toyota retailer or
Toyota authorized repairer, or
any reliable repairer.
9 Once the hybrid system has
started, remove the jumper
cables in the exact reverse
order from which they were con-
nected.
10 Close the exclusive jump start-
ing terminal cover, and reinstall
the fuse box cover to its original
position.
Once the hybrid system starts,
have the vehicle inspected at any
authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota
authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer as soon as possible.
■Starting the hybrid system when the 12-volt battery is discharged
The hybrid system cannot be started by push-starting.
■To prevent 12-volt battery dis-charge
●Turn off the headlights and the audio
system while the hybrid system is off.
●Turn off any unnecessary electrical components when the vehicle is run-
ning at a low speed for an extended period, such as in heavy traffic.
■When the 12-volt battery is removed or discharged
●Information stored in the ECU is cleared. When the 12-volt battery is
depleted, have the vehicle inspected at any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reli-
able repairer.
●Some systems may require initializa-
tion. ( P.609)
■When removing the 12-volt battery terminals
When the 12-volt battery terminals are
removed, the information stored in the ECU is cleared. Before removing the 12-volt battery terminals, contact any
authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
■Charging the 12-volt battery
The electricity stored in the 12-volt bat- tery will discharge gradually even when the vehicle is not in use, due to natural
discharge and the draining effects of certain electrical appliances. If the vehi-cle is left for a long time, the 12-volt bat-
tery may discharge, and the hybrid system may be unable to start. (The 12-volt battery recharges automatically
while the hybrid system is operating.)
■When recharging or replacing the 12-volt battery
●In some cases, it may not be possible to unlock the doors using the smart entry & start system when the 12-volt
battery is discharged. Use the wire- less remote control or the mechanical key to lock or unlock the doors.
●The hybrid system may not start on the first attempt after reinstalling the
12-volt battery. In that case, start the hybrid system in the same manner as when the electronic key does not

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8-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
WARNING
■Avoiding 12-volt battery fires or explosions
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidentally igniting the flam-mable gas that may be emitted from
the 12-volt battery:
●Make sure each jumper cable is connected to the correct terminal
and that it is not unintentionally in contact with any other than the intended terminal.
●Do not allow the other end of the jumper cable connected to the “+”
terminal to come into contact with any other parts or metal surfaces in the area, such as brackets or
unpainted metal.
●Do not allow the + and - clamps of
the jumper cables to come into con- tact with each other.
●Do not smoke, use matches, ciga-rette lighters or allow open flame near the 12-volt battery.
■12-volt battery precautions
The 12-volt battery contains poison-
ous and corrosive acidic electrolyte, while related parts contain lead and lead compounds. Observe the follow-
ing precautions when handling the 12-volt battery:
●When working with the 12-volt bat-
tery, always wear safety glasses and take care not to allow any bat-tery fluids (acid) to come into con-
tact with skin, clothing or the vehicle body.
●Do not lean over the 12-volt battery.
●In the event that battery fluid comes
into contact with the skin or eyes, immediately wash the affected area with water and seek medical atten-
tion. Place a wet sponge or cloth over the affected area until medical
attention can be received.
●Always wash your hands after han- dling the 12-volt battery support, terminals, and other battery-related
parts.
●Do not allow children near the 12-
volt battery.
■After recharging the 12-volt bat-
tery
Have the 12-volt battery inspected at any authorized Toyota retailer or
Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer as soon as possible.If the 12-volt battery is deteriorating,
continued use may cause the 12-volt battery to emit a malodorous gas, which may be detrimental to the
health of passengers.
■When replacing the 12-volt bat-
tery
●For information regarding 12-volt battery replacement, contact any
authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
●After replacing, securely attach the exhaust hose and exhaust hole
plug to the exhaust hole of the replaced 12-volt battery. If not prop-erly installed, gases (hydrogen)
may leak into the vehicle interior, and there is the possible danger of the gas igniting and exploding.

5788-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■If the high coolant temperature
warning light comes on,
flashes or “Engine Coolant
Temp High Stop in a Safe
Place See Owner’s Manual” is
shown on the multi-informa-
tion display
1 Stop the vehicle in a safe place
and turn off the air conditioning
system, and then stop the hybrid
system.
2 If you see steam:
Carefully lift the hood after the
steam subsides.
If you do not see steam:
Carefully lift the hood.
NOTICE
■When handling jumper cables
When connecting the jumper cables,
ensure that they do not become entangled in the cooling fan, etc.
■To prevent damaging the vehicle
The exclusive jump starting terminal is to be used when charging the 12-
volt battery from another vehicle in an emergency. It cannot be used to jump start another vehicle.
If your vehicle overheats
The following may indicate that
your vehicle is overheating.
 The high coolant temperature
warning light ( P.183) comes
on or flashes, or a loss of
hybrid system power is experi-
enced. (For example, the vehi-
cle speed does not increase.)
 “Engine Coolant Temp High
Stop in a Safe Place See
Owner’s Manual” or “Hybrid
System Overheated Output
Power Reduced” is shown on
the multi-information display.
 Steam comes out from under
the hood.
Correction procedures

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9-1. Specifications
Vehicle specifications
*: The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference.
If replacement is necessary, contact any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota
authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
Ignition system (spark plug)
MakeDENSO FC16HR-Q8
Gap0.8 mm (0.031 in.)
NOTICE
■Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust the spark plug gap.
Electrical system (12-volt battery)
Specific voltage reading at 20°C (68°F):
12.0 V or higher
(Turn the power switch to OFF and turn
on the high beam headlights for 30 sec-
onds.)
If the voltage is lower than the standard
value, charge the 12-volt battery.
Charging ratesQuick charge15 A max.
Slow charge5 A max.
Hybrid transmission
Fluid capacity*4.4 L (4.6 qt., 3.9 Imp.qt.)
Fluid typeToyota Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE
■Hybrid transmission fluid type
Using transmission fluid other than the above type may cause abnormal noise or
vibration, or ultimately damage the transmission of your vehicle.
Rear differential (rear electric motor)
Fluid capacity*1.7 L (1.8 qt., 1.5 Imp.qt.)
Fluid typeToyota Genuine ATF WS

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Vehicle specifications
Type B
■Compact spare tire (if equipped)
■When towing a trailer: P.296
Add 20.0 kPa (0.2 kgf/cm
2 or bar, 3 psi) to the recommended tire inflation pressure
and drive at speeds below 100 km/h (62 mph).
■When all the seats are occupied
Make sure that the rear tires are inflated to 260 kPa (2.6 kgf/cm
2 or bar, 38 psi).
A: Wedge base bulbs (amber)
B: Wedge base bulbs (clear)
*: If equipped
Tire size235/55R19 101V
Tire inflation pres-
sure (Recom-
mended cold tire
inflation pressure)Front230 kPa (2.3 kgf/cm2 or bar, 33 psi)
Rear230 kPa (2.3 kgf/cm2 or bar, 33 psi)
Wheel size19  7 1/2 J
Wheel nut torque103 N•m (10.5 kgf•m, 76 ft•lbf)
Tire sizeT165/90D18 107M
Tire inflation pressure (Recom-
mended cold tire inflation pres-
sure)
420 kPa (4.2 kgf/cm2 or bar, 60 psi)
Wheel size18  4T
Wheel nut torque103 N•m (10.5 kgf•m, 76 ft•lbf)
Light bulbs
Light bulbsWType
Rear turn signal lights21A
Back-up lights16B
Outer foot lights*5B

5929-1. Specifications
■Use of ethanol blended gasoline in
a gasoline engine
Toyota allows the use of ethanol
blended gasoline where the ethanol
content is up to 10%. Make sure that the
ethanol blended gasoline to be used has
a Research Octane Number that follows
the above.
■If your engine knocks
●Consult any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any
reliable repairer.
●You may occasionally notice light knocking for a short time while accel-
erating or driving uphill. This is normal and there is no need for concern.
Fuel information
When you find these types of
fuel label at the gas station,
use only the fuel with one of
the following labels.
EU area:
You must only use unleaded
gasoline conforming to Euro-
pean standard EN228.
Select unleaded gasoline with
a Research Octane Number of
95 or higher for optimum
engine performance.
Except EU area:
You must only use unleaded
gasoline.
Select unleaded gasoline with
a Research Octane Number of
95 or higher for optimum
engine performance.
NOTICE
■Notice on fuel quality
●Do not use improper fuels. If improper fuels are used, the engine will be damaged.
●Do not use gasoline with metallic additives, for example manganese,
iron or lead, otherwise it may cause damage on your engine or emission control system.
●Do not add aftermarket fuel addi-tives which contain metallic addi-
tives.
●EU area: Bioethanol fuel sold under
names such as “E50” or “E85” and fuel containing a large amount of ethanol should not be used. The
use of these fuels will damage the vehicle’s fuel system. In case of any doubt, ask any authorized Toyota
retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
●Except EU area: Bioethanol fuel sold under names such as “E50” or “E85” and fuel containing a large
amount of ethanol should not be used. Your vehicle can use gaso-line mixed with 10% max ethanol.
The use of fuel with more than 10% ethanol content (E10) will damage the vehicle’s fuel system. You must
ensure that refueling is carried out only from a source where fuel spec-ification and quality can be guaran-
teed. In case of any doubt, ask any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer.

6049-2. Customization
■Lights (P.326)
■Automatic light control system (P.326)
■Rear window wiper (P.334)
■PCS (Pre-Collision System)*1 (P.343)
*1: If equipped
*2: The system is automatically enabled each time the power switch is turned to ON.
FunctionDefault
settingCustomized
setting
Light reminder buzzerOnOff––O
FunctionDefault
settingCustomized
setting
Light sensor sensitivityNormal
Brighter
O–OBright
Dark
Darker
Time elapsed before the head-
lights turn off (Extended Head-
light Lighting)
30 seconds
60 seconds
––O90 seconds
120 seconds
FunctionDefault
settingCustomized
setting
Back door opening linked rear
window wiper stop functionOffOn––O
Washer linked rear window
wiper operationOnOff––O
Shift position linked rear window
wiper operation (P.335)Only onceOff––OContinuous
FunctionCustomized setting
PCS (Pre-Collision System)*2On, Off–O–
Adjust alert timingEarly, Middle, Late–O–
ABC
ABC
ABC
ABC

6089-2. Customization
■Illumination (P.443)
*: If equipped
■Vehicle customization
●When the speed linked door locking function and shift position linked door locking
function are both on, the door lock operates as follows.
• If the vehicle is started with all the doors locked, the speed linked door locking
function would not operate.
• If the vehicle is started with any door unlocked, the speed linked door locking func-
tion will operate.
• When shifting the shift lever to any position other than P, all the doors will be
locked.
●When the smart entry & start system is off, the selecting door to unlock cannot be
customized.
●When the doors remain closed after unlocking the doors and the automatic door
lock function is activated, the signals will be generated in accordance with the
Operation signal (emergency flashers) settings.
Stopping operation using the
“A/C” button on the wireless
remote control
Press twice
Press once
––O
Press and hold
(short)
Press and hold
(long)
Off
FunctionDefault
settingCustomized
setting
Time elapsed before the interior
lights turn off15 seconds
Off
O–O7.5 seconds
30 seconds
Operation after the power switch
is turned offOnOff––O
Operation when the doors are
unlockedOnOff––O
Operation when you approach
the vehicle with the electronic
key on your person
OnOff––O
Footwell lighting*OnOff––O
FunctionDefault
settingCustomized
settingABC
ABC

613What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
can be started in a temporary
way. ( P.572)
 Is the 12-volt battery dis-
charged? ( P.573)
 Is the power switch in ON? If you
cannot release the shift lever by
depressing the brake pedal with
the power switch in ON.
( P.316)
 It is locked automatically to pre-
vent theft of the vehicle.
( P.311)
 Is the window lock switch
pressed?
The power window except for the
one at the driver’s seat cannot
be operated if the window lock
switch is pressed. ( P.281)
 The auto power off function will
be operated if the vehicle is left
in ACC or ON (the hybrid system
is not operating) for a period of
time. ( P.313)
 The seat belt reminder light is
flashing
Are the driver and the passengers
wearing the seat belts? ( P.541, 542)
The parking brake indicator is on
Is the parking brake released?
( P.320)
Depending on the situation, other
types of warning buzzer may also
sound. ( P.534, 544)
 Did anyone inside the vehicle
open a door during setting the
alarm?
The sensor detects it and the
alarm sounds. ( P.79)
To stop the alarm, turn the power
switch to ON or start the hybrid system.
 Is the message displayed on the
multi-information display?
Check the message on the multi-
information display. ( P.544)
The shift lever cannot be
shifted from P even if you
depress the brake pedal
The steering wheel cannot
be turned after the hybrid
system is stopped (vehicles
with steering lock function)
The windows do not open or
close by operating the
power window switches
The power switch is turned
off automatically
A warning buzzer sounds
during driving
An alarm is activated and the
horn sounds (if equipped)
A warning buzzer sounds
when leaving the vehicle

614What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
When a warning light turns on or
a warning message is displayed,
refer to P.534, 544.
Vehicles without spare tire:
Stop the vehicle in a safe place
and repair the flat tire temporarily
with the emergency tire puncture
repair kit. (P.548)
Vehicles with spare tire:
Stop the vehicle in a safe place
and replace the flat tire with the
spare tire. (P.559)
Try the procedure for when the
vehicle becomes stuck in mud,
dirt, or snow. (P.582)
A warning light turns on or a
warning message is dis-
played
When a problem has
occurred
If you have a flat tire
The vehicle becomes stuck