charging TOYOTA RAV4 PRIME 2021 Owners Manual (in English)

RAV4 PRIME_QG_OM42B93U_(U)
1Plug-in hybrid system
2Charging operation
3Things you must know
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MANUAL”. We strongly encourage you to review the “OWNER’S MANUA L”
and supplementary manuals so you will have a better understanding of your
vehicle’s capabilities and limitations.
Depending on specifications, the vehicle shown in the illustration may differ
from your vehicle in terms of equipment.

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31. Plug-in hybrid system
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Plug-in hybrid system
■Charging from an external power source
This is a charging method used when charging from an AC outlet
(120 V) with the AC charging cable equipped to the vehicle or
charging at a public charging station.
The charging start time (or departure time) and day can be set to carry
out charging using the charging schedule at the desired date an d time.
■
Using the hybrid battery (tr action battery) charge mode
The plug-in hybrid system can be switched to hybrid battery (trac-
tion battery) charge mode to charge the hybrid battery (tractio n bat-
tery) using electric ity generated by gas oline engine operation.
The maximum charge amount in the hybrid battery (traction battery)
charge mode is approximately 80% of the fully charged capacity for the
charging from an external power source.
Types of charging methods

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1. Plug-in hybrid system
■EV mode
When a sufficient amount of
electricity is remaining after
charging, EV driving is per-
formed using electricity stored
in the hybrid battery (traction
battery).
When in EV mode, the EV drive
mode indicator illuminates.
■
AUTO EV/HV mode
Normally, the electricity stored
in the hybrid battery (traction
battery) is used for EV driving.
However, when more power is
required, such as for driving
uphill or accelerating suddenly,
the gasoline engine starts and
provides powerful acceleration
by strongly depressing the
accelerator pedal.
When the vehicle is in a conditi on where EV driving is possible , EV
mode and AUTO EV/HV mode can be switched by operating the
switch.
When in AUTO EV/HV mode, the AUTO EV/HV mode indicator illumi-
nates.
Plug-in hybrid syst em operation mode

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51. Plug-in hybrid system
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Plug-in hybrid system
■HV mode
When in HV mode, the vehicle
is driven using both the gaso-
line engine and electric motor.• If electricity needed for EV driving in EV mode or AUTO
EV/HV mode is not remain-
ing, the operation mode will
be automatically switched to
HV mode.
• The operation mode can be switched to HV mode at any timing by operating the switch to keep electricity for EV driving etc.
Switching to HV mode when driving on a highway or when driv-
ing uphill is recomme nded in order to conse rve battery power.
When in HV mode, the HV drive mode indicator illuminates.
■
Hybrid battery (traction battery) charge mode
Electricity generated in the gas-
oline engine can be charged in
the hybrid battery (traction bat-
tery) by switching to the hybrid
battery (traction battery) charge
mode when electricity needed
for EV driving is not remaining. • The system may not be able to switch to the hybrid battery
(traction battery) charge
mode due to the state of the
plug-in hybrid system.
• Charging time differs depending on the driving state of the ve hi-
cle when driving in hybrid batte ry (traction battery) charge mode.
When in the hybrid battery (traction battery) charge mode, the hybrid
battery charge mode indicator illuminates.

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71. Plug-in hybrid system
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Plug-in hybrid system
■Switching to the hybrid battery (traction battery) charge mode
Press and hold the EV/HV
mode selection switch.
Take your hand off the switch
once the hybrid battery charge
mode indicator starts to blink.
The hybrid battery charge mode
indicator illuminates when the
switch to hybrid battery (traction
battery) charge mode is com-
plete.
When the hybrid battery (traction battery) is fully charged
*, the hybrid
battery (traction battery) charge mode is automatically cancele d and the
operation mode will be switched to HV mode.
The hybrid battery (traction battery) charge mode will be cance led by
pressing AUTO EV/HV mode switch or EV/HV mode selection switch.
*: The maximum charge amount in the hybrid battery (traction batt ery)
charge mode is approximately 80% of the fully charged capacity for the
charging from an external power source.
■ If the plug-in hybrid system ope ration mode cannot be changed
In the following situations, the plug-in hybrid system operation mode cannot
be changed even if the AUTO EV/HV mode switch or EV/HV mode selection
switch is pressed. (In this case, the warning message is displayed on the
multi-information display when the switch is pressed.)
● When electricity needed for EV driving is not remaining (when in EV mode
or AUTO EV/HV mode)
● When the traction battery is almost completely charged (hybrid battery [trac-
tion battery] charge mode)
■ When switching from EV mode to another mode using the switch
When the power switch is turned of f, operation mode switching is canceled
and the system returns to EV mode the next time the vehicle is started.
*
*
: If there is not enough charge remaining in the hybrid battery (traction bat-
tery) to allow EV driving, th e system switches to HV mode.

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1. Plug-in hybrid system
■Hybrid battery (traction battery) charge mode
●The following may occur to protect the system, etc.
• Cannot switch to hybrid battery (traction battery) charge mode or cannot
cancel it
• Gasoline engine does not start or stops even after switching to hybrid bat- tery (traction battery) charge mode
● If a load to the system is large, such as when the power consumption of the
air conditioning system is large or when the temperature of the engine cool-
ant is high, it may take longer time than usual to charge using the hybrid bat-
tery (traction battery) charge mode, or charging to the hybrid battery
(traction battery) may not be performed.
When driving with the gasolin e engine stopped, a sound, which
changes in accordance with the driving speed, will be played in order
to warn people nearby of the vehicle’s approach.
The sound will stop when the vehicle speed exceeds approximatel y 22
mph (35 km/h).
Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System

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2. Charging operation
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Charging operation
Charging equipment
Charging equipment and names
AC charging inlet
AC charging inlet light
Charging indicator
AC charging inlet capCharging port lid
AC charging cable
Charging portA
B
C
D
E
F
G

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2. Charging operation
■The names of each part of the AC charging cable
AC charging cable
Charging connector
Latch release button
Plug
Plug-cord
CCID (Charging Circuit Inter-
rupting Device) Power indicator
Charging indicator
Error warning indicatorA
B
C
D
E
F
G
H

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112. Charging operation
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Charging operation
■Safety functions
The CCID (Charging Circuit Interrupting Device) has the following
safety features.
● Electrical leakage detection function
If an electrical leakage is detected during charging, the power
source will be automatically interrupted, thus preventing fires or
electrical shocks caused by electrical leakage.
● Automatic check function
This is an automatic system che ck that is run before charging
begins to check for problems in the operation of the electrical
leakage detection function.
● Temperature detection function
A temperature detection function is equipped to the plug. While
charging, if heat is generated due to looseness on the outlet side
etc., this function suppresses h eat by controlling the charging
current.
● Conditions for supplying current to the vehicle
The CCID (Charging Circuit Interrupting Device) is designed to
prevent electrical current from being supplied to the charging
connector when it is not connected to the vehicle, even if the plug
is inserted into the outlet.
■ Safety functions
●The hybrid system will not start while the AC charging cable is attached to
the vehicle, even if the power switch is operated.
● If the AC charging cable is connected while the “READY” indicat or is illumi-
nated, the hybrid system will stop automatically and driving wi ll not be possi-
ble.

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2. Charging operation
WARNING
■Power sources precautions
Observe the following precautions.
If you do not follow them, fire, electrical shock or damage may occur, possi-
bly resulting in death or serious injury.
● Connect to an AC 120 V outlet (NEMA 5-15R) with a Ground-Fault Circuit-
Interrupter (GFCI) and supplied by a circuit breaker per your l ocal code.
Use of a 15A individual circuit is strongly recommended.
● Use of a block heater for charging is prohibited.
● Make sure to connect the charging connector and AC charging inl et
directly.
Do not connect a converting adaptor or extension cord between t he
charging connector and AC charging inlet.
● Do not connect the AC charging cable
to a multi-outlet adaptor, multi-plugs, or
conversion plug.
● Connecting the AC charging cable to an
extension cord is strictly prohibited. The
extension cord may overheat and does
not contain a Ground-Fault Circuit-Inter-
rupter (GFCI).
The leakage detection function of the
CCID (Charging Circuit Interrupting
Device) may not operate correctly.
● Do not connect to a power strip.