parking brake TOYOTA RAV4 PLUG-IN HYBRID 2023 Owners Manual

3TABLE OF CONTENTS
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4-1. Key information
Keys .................................... 232
4-2. Opening, closing and locking
the doors
Side doors........................... 235
Back door............................ 240
Smart entry & start system . 253
4-3. Adjusting the seats
Front seats .......................... 258
Rear seats .......................... 259
Driving position memory ..... 261
Head restraints ................... 264
4-4. Adjusting the steering wheel
and mirrors
Steering wheel .................... 266
Inside rear view mirror ........ 267
Digital Rear-view Mirror ...... 268
Outside rear view mirrors.... 277
4-5. Opening, closing the win-
dows and moon roof
Power windows ................... 279
Panoramic moon roof ......... 282
5-1. Before driving
Driving the vehicle .............. 288
Cargo and luggage ............. 294
Trailer towing ...................... 296
5-2. Driving procedures
Power (ignition) switch ........ 310
Hybrid transmission ............ 315
Turn signal lever ................. 319
Parking brake...................... 320
Brake Hold .......................... 323
5-3. Operating the lights and wip-
ers
Headlight switch.................. 326
AHB (Automatic High Beam)
.......................................... 328
Fog light switch ................... 331
Windshield wipers and washer
.......................................... 332
Rear window wiper and washer
.......................................... 334
5-4. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank cap ... 336
5-5. Using the driving support sys-
tems
Toyota Safety Sense .......... 338
PCS (Pre-Collision System) 343
LTA (Lane Tracing Assist) .. 353
RSA (Road Sign Assist)...... 364
Dynamic radar cruise control
with full-speed range ........ 368
Cruise control...................... 381
Speed limiter ....................... 384
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ... 386
Toyota parking assist-sensor
.......................................... 395
PKSB (Parking Support Brake)
.......................................... 403
Parking Support Brake function
(static objects) .................. 407
Parking Support Brake function
(rear-crossing vehicles) .... 410
Driving mode select switch . 411
Trail Mode ........................... 413
4Before driving
5Driving

19Pictorial index
VSC OFF switch ............................................................................ P.417
Front seat heater switches
*.......................................................... P.441
Front seat heater and seat ventilator switches
*......................... P.441
Parking brake switch .................................................................... P.320
Applying/releasing........................................................................... P.320
Precautions against winter season ................................................. P.423
Warning buzzer/message ....................................................... P.322, 534
Brake hold switch ......................................................................... P.323
AUTO EV/HV mode switch ............................................................. P.86
EV/HV mode selection switch ........................................................ P.86
Driving mode select switch.......................................................... P.411
Trail Mode switch .......................................................................... P.413
*: If equipped
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
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27Pictorial index
VSC OFF switch ............................................................................ P.417
Front seat heater switches
*.......................................................... P.441
Front seat heater and seat ventilator switches
*......................... P.439
Parking brake switch .................................................................... P.320
Applying/releasing........................................................................... P.320
Precautions against winter season ................................................. P.423
Warning buzzer/message ....................................................... P.322, 534
Brake hold switch ......................................................................... P.323
AUTO EV/HV mode switch ............................................................. P.86
EV/HV mode selection switch ........................................................ P.86
Driving mode select switch.......................................................... P.411
Trail Mode switch .......................................................................... P.413
*: If equipped
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
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2 2-1. Plug-in hybrid system
Plug-in hybrid system
gasoline engine needs to be started.*1: The gasoline engine may also oper-
ate in circumstances other than those
listed above, depending on condi-
tions.
*2: When driving in AUTO EV/HV mode.
Even in EV mode, the gasoline
engine may start, depending on the
condition of the hybrid battery (trac-
tion battery).
■If “Engine Started to Protect Sys-
tem EV driving unavailable” is dis-
played on the multi-information
display
EV driving may be canceled in order to
protect the hybrid system, etc.
In this case, perform driving with the
gasoline engine until EV driving will be
returned to automatically.
■Conditions in which the gasoline
engine may not stop
The gasoline engine starts and stops
automatically. However, it may not stop
automatically in the following condi-
tions
*:
●During gasoline engine warm-up
●During hybrid battery (traction battery)
charging
●When the temperature of the hybrid
battery (traction battery) is high or low
●When the windshield defogger switch
is pressed. (P.431)
*: Depending on the circumstances, the
gasoline engine may also not stop
automatically in situations other than
those above.
■Sounds and vibrations specific to a
Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle
There may be no engine sound or vibra-
tion even though the vehicle is able to
move with the “READY” indicator is illu-
minated. For safety, apply the parking
brake and make sure to shift the shift
lever to P when parked.The following sounds or vibrations may
occur when the hybrid system is operat-
ing and are not a malfunction.
●Motor sounds may be heard from the
engine compartment.
●Sounds may be heard from the hybrid
battery (traction battery) when the
hybrid system starts or stops.
●Relay operating sounds such as a
snap or soft clank will be emitted from
the hybrid battery (traction battery),
under the rear seats or under the
floor, when the hybrid system is
started or stopped.
●Sounds from the hybrid system may
be heard when the back door is open.
●Sounds may be heard from the trans-
mission when the gasoline engine
starts or stops, when driving at low
speeds, or during idling.
●Engine sounds may be heard when
accelerating sharply.
●Sounds may be heard due to regener-
ative braking when the brake pedal is
depressed or as the accelerator pedal
is released.
●Vibration may be felt when the gaso-
line engine starts or stops.
●Cooling fan sounds may be heard
from the air intake vent under the rear
seat. (P.99)
●Sounds may be heard from near the
hybrid battery (traction battery) in
accordance with the operation of the
air conditioning system or battery
cooler. (P.128)
■Maintenance, repair, recycling, and
disposal
Contact any authorized Toyota retailer
or Toyota authorized repairer, or any
reliable repairer regarding mainte-
nance, repair, recycling and disposal.
Do not dispose of the vehicle yourself.
In order to make EV mode or AUTO
Charging (P.106)

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2-1. Plug-in hybrid system
Plug-in hybrid system
WARNING
●Never touch, disassemble, remove or replace the high voltage parts,
cables or their connectors.
●The hybrid system will become hot
after starting as the system uses high voltage. Be careful of both the high voltage and the high tempera-
ture, and always obey the caution labels attached to the vehicle.
●Never try to open the service plug access hole located in the luggage compartment. The service plug is
used only when the vehicle is ser- viced and is subject to high voltage.
■Road accident cautions
Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of death or serious
injury:
●Pull your vehicle off the road, apply
the parking brake, shift the shift lever to P, and turn the hybrid sys-tem off.
●Do not touch the high voltage parts, cables and connectors.
●If electric wires are exposed inside or outside your vehicle, an electric
shock may occur. Never touch exposed electric wires.
●Do not touch the battery if liquid is leaking from or adhering to it.If electrolyte (carbonic-based
organic electrolyte) from the hybrid battery (traction battery) comes into contact with the eyes or skin, it
could cause blindness or skin wounds. In the unlikely event that it comes into contact with the eyes or
skin, wash it off immediately with a large amount of water, and seek immediate medical attention.
●If electrolyte is leaking from the hybrid battery (traction battery), do
not approach the vehicle. Even in the unlikely event that the hybrid battery (traction battery) is
damaged, the internal construction of the battery will prevent a large amount of electrolyte from leaking
out. However, any electrolyte that does leak out will give off a vapor. This vapor is an irritant to skin and
eyes and could cause acute poi- soning if inhaled.
●Do not bring burning or high-tem-perature items close to the electro-lyte. The electrolyte may ignite and
cause a fire.
●If a fire occurs in the Plug-in Hybrid
Electric Vehicle, leave the vehicle as soon as possible. Never use a fire extinguisher that is not meant
for electric fires. Using even a small amount of water may be danger-ous.
●If your vehicle needs to be towed, do so with front wheels raised. If the
wheels connected to the electric motor (traction motor) are on the ground when towing, the motor may
continue to generate electricity. This may cause a fire. ( P.529)

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2 2-1. Plug-in hybrid system
Plug-in hybrid system
Shift the shift lever to D when
stopped at a traffic light, or driving
in heavy traffic etc. Shift the shift
lever to P when parking. When
using the N, there is no positive
effect on fuel consumption. In the
N, the gasoline engine operates but
electricity cannot be generated.
Also, when using the air condition-
ing system, etc., the hybrid battery
(traction battery) power is con-
sumed.
Drive your vehicle smoothly.
Avoid abrupt acceleration and
deceleration. Gradual accelera-
tion and deceleration will make
more effective use of the electric
motor (traction motor) without
having to use gasoline engine
power.
Avoid repeated acceleration.
Repeated acceleration con-
sumes hybrid battery (traction
battery) power, resulting in poor
fuel consumption. Battery power
can be restored by driving with
the accelerator pedal slightly
released.
Make sure to operate the brakes
gently and a timely manner. A greater amount of electrical energy
can be regenerated when slowing
down.
Repeated acceleration and decel-
eration, as well as long waits at traf-
fic lights, will lead to high fuel and
electricity consumption. Check traf-
fic reports before leaving and avoid
delays as much as possible. When
driving in a traffic jam, gently
release the brake pedal to allow the
vehicle to move forward slightly
while avoiding overuse of the accel-
erator pedal. Doing so can help
control excessive electricity and
fuel consumption.
Control and maintain the vehicle
at a constant speed. Before stop-
ping at a toll booth or similar,
allow plenty of time to release
the accelerator and gently apply
the brakes. A greater amount of
electrical energy can be regener-
ated when slowing down.
Electricity consumption will
increase significantly when driv-
ing at high speeds in EV mode or
AUTO EV/HV mode. If there will
be a long distance to the next
external charging point after
leaving a freeway, it is recom-
mended to drive in HV mode
while on the freeway and change
Shift lever operation
Accelerator pedal/brake
pedal operation
When braking
Delays
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2 2-2. Charging
Plug-in hybrid system
When charging with a charger,
follow the procedures for using
each charger.
When charging using a public
charging facility, check the set-
ting of the charging schedule
function.
• When the charging schedule is regis-
tered, temporarily turn off the function
or turn “Charge Now” on. (P.150,
156, 162)
• When the charging schedule is set to
on, charging will not start even if the
AC charging cable is connected.
Also, charging fee may occur due to
connection of the AC charging cable.
Before charging, always check the
following items.
The parking brake is applied.
(P.320)
Lights such as the headlights,
emergency flashers and interior
lights etc. are turned off.
If these light switches are turned on,
then these features will consume elec-
tricity, and charging time will increase.
The power switch is turned to
OFF. (P.313)
Before charging, make sure that
each part of the AC charging cable
is in good condition. (P.117)
■During charging
●The charging starting time may differ
depending on the state of the vehicle,
but this does not indicate a malfunc-
tion.
●Cooling fan sounds may be heard
from near the rear seat. (P.99)
●During charging, sounds may be
heard from near the hybrid battery
(traction battery) in accordance with
the operation of the air conditioning
system or “Battery Cooler” (P.128).
●During and after charging, the rear
seat and its surrounding area in which
the onboard traction battery charger is
installed may get warm.
●The surface of the CCID (Charging
Circuit Interrupting Device) may
become hot, but this does not indicate
a malfunction. (When using Mode 2
AC charging cable.)
●Depending on radio wave conditions,
interference may be heard on the
radio.
●The current charging condition and
the estimated time until charging will
complete can be checked on the
multi-information display.
■Capacity reduction of the hybrid
battery (traction battery)
The capacity of the hybrid battery (trac-
tion battery) will decline gradually when
the hybrid battery (traction battery) is in
use. The rate at which it declines will dif-
fer in accordance with environmental
conditions and the way in which the
vehicle is used. Observing the following
can help suppress battery capacity
decline.
●Avoid parking the vehicle in areas with
a high temperature under direct sun-
light when the hybrid battery (traction
battery) is fully charged.
●Avoid accelerating and decelerating
frequently and suddenly when EV
driving.
●Avoid frequent driving near the top
Confirm the following before
charging
Inspecting the AC charging
cable

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3 3-1. Instrument cluster
Vehicle status information and indicators
Warning lights inform the driver of
malfunctions in the indicated vehi-
cle’s systems.
*1: These lights turn on when the power
switch is turned to ON to indicate
that a system check is being per-
formed. They will turn off after the
hybrid system is on, or after a few
seconds. There may be a malfunc-
tion in a system if the light does not
come on, or turn off. Have the vehi-
Warning lights
(Red)
Brake system warning light*1
(P.534)
(Yellow)
Brake system warning light*1
(P.534)
Charging system warning
light
*1 (P.535)
High coolant temperature
warning light
*2 (P.535)
Hybrid system overheat
warning light
*2 (P.535)
Low engine oil pressure
warning light
*2 (P.535)
Malfunction indicator lamp
*1
(P.536)
SRS warning light
*1
(P.536)
ABS warning light
*1
(P.536)
(Red)
Electric power steering sys-
tem warning light
*1 (P.536)
(Yellow)
Electric power steering sys-
tem warning light
*1 (P.536)
(Flashes or
illuminates)
PCS warning light*1 (if
equipped) (P.537)
(Orange)
LTA indicator (if equipped)
(P.537)
Toyota parking assist-sensor
OFF indicator
*3 (P.538)
PKSB OFF indicator
*1 (if
equipped) (P.538)
BSM OFF indicator
*1 (if
equipped) (P.539)
RCTA OFF indicator
*1 (if
equipped)
(P.539)
Slip indicator light
*1 (P.539)
Inappropriate pedal operation
warning light
*2 (P.540)
(Flashes)
Brake hold operated indica-
tor
*1 (P.540)
(Flashes)
Parking brake indicator
(P.540)
Tire pressure warning light
*1
(P.541)
Low fuel level warning light
(P.541)
Driver’s and front passen-
ger’s seat belt reminder light
(P.541)
Rear passengers’ seat belt
reminder lights
*4 (P.542)
Rear passengers’ seat
belt reminder lights
(P.542)

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3 3-1. Instrument cluster
Vehicle status information and indicators
*1: This light illuminates on the multi-
information display with a message.
*2: Depending on the operating condi-
tion, the color and illuminating/flash-
ing state of the light change.
*3: The light comes on when the system
is turned off.
*4: Toyota parking assist-sensor OFF
indicator turns on when the power
switch is turned to ON while the
Toyota parking assist-sensor func-
tion is on. It will turn off after a few
seconds.
*5: These lights turn on when the power
switch is turned to ON to indicate
that a system check is being per-
formed. They will turn off after the
hybrid system is on, or after a few
seconds. There may be a malfunc-
tion in a system if the lights do not
turn on, or turn off. Have the vehicle
inspected by any authorized Toyota
retailer or Toyota authorized
repairer, or any reliable repairer.
*6: This light illuminates on the outside
rear view mirrors.
*7: When the outside temperature is
approximately 3°C (37°F) or lower,
the indicator will flash for approxi-
mately 10 seconds, then stay on.
*8: The displayed indicator changes
according to the current plug-in
hybrid system operation mode.
*9: This light illuminates on the center
panel. BSM outside rear view mirror
indicators
*5, 6 (if equipped)
(P.387)
BSM OFF indicator
*3, 5 (if
equipped) (P.387)
RCTA OFF indicator
*3, 5 (if
equipped) (P.387)
Brake hold standby indica-
tor
*5 (P.323)
Brake hold operated indica-
tor
*5 (P.323)
Security indicator
*9 (P.77,
79)
“READY” indicator (P.310)
Low outside temperature indi-
cator
*7 (P.190)
EV indicator (P.90)
Parking brake indicator
(P.320)
EV drive mode indicator
*8
(P.86)
AUTO EV/HV mode indica-
tor
*8 (P.86)
HV drive mode indicator
*8
(P.86)
Hybrid battery charge mode
indicator
*8 (P.87)
Eco drive mode indicator
(P.411)
Sport mode indicator
(P.411)
Trail Mode indicator
(P.413)
PASSENGER AIR BAG
indicator
*5, 9 (P.48)

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3 3-1. Instrument cluster
Vehicle status information and indicators
■ (Toyota parking assist-
sensor) (P.395)
Select to set up the following items.
Toyota parking assist-sensor
on/off
Select to enable/disable the Toyota
parking assist-sensor.
“Volume”
Select to set the volume of the buzzer
which sounds when the Toyota parking
assist-sensor is operated.
■RCTA (Rear Crossing Traffic
Alert) (if equipped) (P.386)
RCTA (Rear Crossing Traffic
Alert) on/off
Select to enable/disable the RCTA sys-
tem.
“Volume”
Select to change the RCTA buzzer vol-
ume.
■ PKSB (Parking Support
Brake System) (if equipped)
(P.403)
Select to enable/disable the Park-
ing Support Brake function.
■“HUD Main” (if equipped)
(P.222)
HUD on/off
Select to enable/disable the head-up
display.
“HUD Brightness/Position”
Select to adjust the brightness or verti-
cal position of the head-up display.
“HUD Driving Support”
Select to change the items displayed
on the head-up display.
“HUD Rotation”
Select to adjust the angle of the head-
up display.
■ RSA (Road Sign Assist)
(if equipped) (P.364)
Select to set up the following items.
Road Sign Assist on/off
Select to enable/disable the RSA sys-
tem.
“Notification Method”
Select to change each notification
method used to notify the driver when
the system detects driving conditions
that are prohibited by signs.
“Notification Level”
Select to change each notification level
used to notify the driver when the sys-
tem recognizes a speed limit sign.
■DRCC (RSA) (if equipped)
(P.377)
Select to enable/disable the
Dynamic Radar Cruise Control with
Road Sign Assist.
■Vehicle Settings
“Charging Settings”
Select to set up the following items.
• “Charging Schedule”
Select to register or change the
charging schedule. (P.144)
• “Charging Current”
Select to change the charging current.
(P.125)
• “Battery Heater”
Select to enable/disable the battery
heater. (P.128)
• “Battery Cooler”