ESP TOYOTA RAV4 PLUG-IN HYBRID 2023 Owner's 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.270
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.
■Adjusting the display (digital mirror mode)
●If the displayed image is adjusted, it may appear distorted. This is not a
malfunction.
●If 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.
●The brightness of the Digital Rear-view Mirror will change automatically according to the brightness of the
area in front of your vehicle.
■To 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.
■While driving
●Do 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.
●Always 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.

2804-5. 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.
■Door lock linked power window operation
●The power windows can be opened
and closed using the mechanical key.*
( P.572)
●The power windows can be opened
and closed using the wireless remote
control.* ( P.235)
●Vehicles 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.79)*: These settings must be customized at
any authorized Toyota retailer or
Toyota authorized repairer, or any reli-
able repairer.
■Power 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.
■Customization
Settings (e.g. linked door lock operation) can be changed. (Customizable fea-tures: P.603)
WARNING
Observe the following precautions. Failing to do so may result in death or
serious injury.
■Closing the power windows
●The 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.281)
●Check 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.
●When 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.

2844-5. Opening, closing the windows and moon roof
approximately 10 seconds after the
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.
■Panoramic 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.
■Customization
Settings (e.g. linked door lock operation)
can be changed. (Customizable fea- tures: P.603)
WARNING
Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
■Opening and closing the elec-tronic sunshade
●Check 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.
●Do not let a child operate the elec-
tronic sunshade. Closing the elec- tronic sunshade on someone can cause death or serious injury.
■Opening the panoramic moon roof
●Do not allow any passengers to put their hands or head outside the vehicle while it is moving.
●Do not sit on top of the panoramic moon roof.
■Opening and closing the pan-oramic moon roof
●The 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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5-1. Before driving
Driving
ilar to conventional vehicles, and it is
necessary to refrain from activities such as sudden acceleration. Refer to “Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle driving tips”
( P.100).
■Driving in the rain
●Drive carefully when it is raining,
because visibility will be reduced, the windows may become fogged-up, and the road could be slippery.
●Drive carefully when it starts to rain, as the road surface could be espe-
cially slippery.
●Refrain 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.
■ECO Accelerator Guidance ( P.202)
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.
●When 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.
●When 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.
●When stopping: When stopping the
vehicle, early releasing the accelera- tor pedal will cause the “Stop” score to increase.
■Restraining the hybrid system out-
put (Brake Override System)
●When the accelerator and brake ped-
als are depressed at the same time,
the hybrid system output may be restrained.
●A warning message is displayed on the multi-information display while the system is operating.
■Breaking in your new Toyota
To extend the life of the vehicle, observ- ing the following precautions is recom-mended:
●For the first 300 km (200 miles):Avoid sudden stops.
●For the first 800 km (500 miles):Do not tow a trailer.
●For 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.
■Operating your vehicle in a foreign
country
Comply with the relevant vehicle regis- tration laws and confirm the availability
of the correct fuel. ( P.586)
WARNING
Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may result in death or
serious injury.
■When 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.

2905-1. Before driving
WARNING
■When driving the vehicle
●Do 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.
●The 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.
●Do 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.
●During 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 for the steering wheel may be lost
making it difficult to steer smoothly before stopping the vehicle depend-ing on the remaining charge in the
12-volt battery or usage conditions. In this situation, 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.526
●Use 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.315)
●Do 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.
●Always check that all passengers’ arms, head or other parts of their
body are not outside the vehicle.
■When driving on slippery road
surfaces
●Sudden braking, acceleration and steering may cause tire slippage
and reduce your ability to control the vehicle.
●Sudden acceleration, engine brak-ing due to shifting, or changes in engine speed could cause the vehi-
cle to skid.

3085-1. Before driving
is especially true when driving on
wet or slippery road surfaces.
■Sudden acceleration/steering
input/cornering
Executing sharp turns when towing
may result in the trailer colliding
with your vehicle. Decelerate well in
advance when approaching turns
and take them slowly and carefully
to avoid sudden braking.
■Important points regarding
turning
The wheels of the trailer will travel
closer to the inside of the curve
than the wheels of the vehicle. To
make allowance for this, take the
turns wider than you would nor-
mally do.
■Important points regarding
stability
Vehicle movement resulting from
uneven road surfaces and strong
crosswinds will affect handling. The
vehicle may also be rocked by
passing buses or large trucks. Fre-
quently check behind when moving
alongside such vehicles. As soon
as such vehicle movement occurs,
immediately start to decelerate
smoothly by slowly applying the
brakes. Always steer the vehicle
straight ahead while braking.
■Passing other vehicles
Consider the total combined length
of your vehicle and trailer and
ensure that the vehicle-to-vehicle
distance is sufficient before execut-ing lane changes.
■Transmission information
To maintain engine braking effi-
ciency, when using engine braking,
do not use the transmission in D.
(P.315)
■If the hybrid system overheats
Towing a loaded trailer up a long,
steep incline in temperatures
exceeding 30°C (85°F) may result
in the hybrid system overheating. If
the high coolant temperature warn-
ing light indicates that the hybrid
system is overheating, turn the air
conditioning off immediately, leave
the road and stop the vehicle in a
safe place. (P.578)
■When parking the vehicle
Always place wheel chocks under
the wheels of both the vehicle and
trailer. Firmly set the parking brake
and shift the shift lever to P.
■Break-in schedule
Toyota recommends that vehicles fitted
with new power train components
should not be used for towing trailers for
the first 800 km (500 miles).
■Maintenance
●Maintenance must be performed more
frequently when using the vehicle for
towing due to the greater weight bur-
den placed on the vehicle compared
to normal driving.
●Retighten all bolts securing the hitch-
ing ball and bracket after towing for
approximately 1000 km (600 miles).
■If trailer sway occurs
One or more factors (crosswinds, pass-
ing vehicles, rough roads, etc.) can

3385-5. Using the driving support systems
5-5.Using the d riving s upport sy ste ms
*: If equipped
■PCS (Pre-Collision System)
 P.343
■LTA (Lane Tracing Assist)
 P.353
■AHB (Automatic High Beam)
 P.328
■RSA (Road Sign Assist) (if
equipped)
 P.364
■Dynamic radar cruise control
with full-speed range
 P.368
Two types of sensors, located
behind the front grille and wind-
shield, detect information neces-
sary to operate the drive assist
systems.
Radar sensor
Front camera
Toyota Safety Sense*
The Toyota Safety Sense con-
sists of the following drive
assist systems and contrib-
utes to a safe and comfortable
driving experience:
Driving assist system
WARNING
■Toyota Safety Sense
The Toyota Safety Sense is designed
to operate under the assumption that the driver will drive safely, and is designed to help reduce the impact to
the occupants and the vehicle in the case of a collision or assist the driver in normal driving conditions.
As there is a limit to the degree of rec- ognition accuracy and control perfor-mance that this system can provide,
do not overly rely on this system. The driver is always responsible for pay-ing attention to the vehicle’s sur-
roundings and driving safely.
Sensors
A
B

3445-5. Using the driving support systems
into within its lane, and the driver
has begun evasive maneuver or
steering, emergency steering assist
will assist the steering movements
to help enhance the vehicle stability
and for lane departure prevention.
During operation, the indicator will
illuminate in green.
■Intersection right/left turn
assistance
If the system determines that there
is a high possibility of a collision in
the following situations, it will assist
with Pre-collision warning and, if
necessary Pre-collision braking.
Depending on the configuration of
the intersection, it may not be pos-
sible to support.
 When you turn right/left at an
intersection and cross the path of
an oncoming vehicle
 When you turn right/left, pedes-
trian is detected in the forward
direction and estimated to enter
your vehicle’s path (bicyclists are
not detected.)
WARNING
■Limitations of the pre-collision system
●The driver is solely responsible for safe driving. Always drive safely, taking care to observe your sur-
roundings. Do not use the pre-collision system instead of normal braking opera-
tions under any circumstances. This system will not prevent colli-sions or lessen collision damage or
injury in every situation. Do not overly rely on this system. Failure to do so may lead to an accident,
resulting in death or serious injury.

3545-5. Using the driving support systems
WARNING
■Before using LTA system
●Do not rely solely upon the LTA
system. The LTA system does not automatically drive the vehicle or reduce the amount of attention that
must be paid to the area in front of the vehicle. The driver must always assume full responsibility for driving
safely by paying careful attention to the surrounding conditions and operating the steering wheel to cor-
rect the path of the vehicle. Also, the driver must take adequate breaks when fatigued, such as from
driving for a long period of time.
●Failure to perform appropriate driv-
ing operations and pay careful attention may lead to an accident, resulting in death or serious injury.
■Situations unsuitable for LTA system
In the following situations, use the LTA switch to turn the system off. Failure to do so may lead to an acci-
dent, resulting in death or serious injury.
●Vehicle is driven on a road surface which is slippery due to rainy weather, fallen snow, freezing, etc.
●Vehicle is driven on a snow-cov-ered road.
●White (yellow) lines are difficult to see due to rain, snow, fog, dust,
etc.
●Vehicle is driven in a temporary
lane or restricted lane due to con- struction work.
●Vehicle is driven in a construction zone.
●A spare tire, tire chains, etc. are equipped.
●When the tires have been exces-sively worn, or when the tire infla-tion pressure is low.
●When your vehicle is towing a trailer or during emergency towing
■Preventing LTA system malfunc-tions and operations performed
by mistake
●Do not modify the headlights or place stickers, etc. on the surface of
the lights.
●Do not modify the suspension etc. If
the suspension etc. needs to be replaced, contact any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized
repairer, or any reliable repairer.
●Do not install or place anything on
the hood or grille. Also, do not install a grille guard (bull bars, kan-garoo bar, etc.).
●If your windshield needs repairs, contact any authorized Toyota
retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
■Conditions in which functions may not operate properly
In the following situations, the func-
tions may not operate properly and the vehicle may depart from its lane. Drive safely by always paying careful
attention to your surroundings and operate the steering wheel to correct the path of the vehicle without relying
solely on the functions.

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5-5. Using the driving support systems
Driving
Multi-information display
Set speed
Indicators
Vehicles with 12.3-inch multi-
information display
Multi-information display
Set speed
Indicators
■Operation switches
Vehicle-to-vehicle distance
switch
“+RES” switch
Cruise control main switch
Cancel switch
“-SET” switch
A
B
C
A
B
C
A
B
C
D
E
WARNING
■Before using dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed
range
●Driving safely is the sole responsi- bility of the driver. Do not rely solely
on the system, and drive safely by always paying careful attention to your surroundings.
●The dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range provides driv-
ing assistance to reduce the driver’s burden. However, there are limitations to the assistance pro-
vided.
Read the following conditions care-
fully. Do not overly rely on this system
and always drive carefully.
• When the sensor may not be cor- rectly detecting the vehicle
ahead: P.379
• Conditions under which the vehicle-
to-vehicle distance control mode may not function correctly: P.380
●Set the speed appropriately depending on the speed limit, traffic flow, road conditions, weather con-
ditions, etc. The driver is responsi- ble for checking the set speed.
●Even when the system is function-ing normally, the condition of the preceding vehicle as detected by
the system may differ from the con- dition observed by the driver. Therefore, the driver must always
remain alert, assess the danger of each situation and drive safely. Relying solely on this system or
assuming the system ensures safety while driving can lead to an accident, resulting in death or seri-
ous injury.
●Switch the dynamic radar cruise
control with full-speed range setting to off, using the cruise control main switch when not in use.