warning TOYOTA RAV4 PRIME 2021 Owners Manual (in English)

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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.
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: 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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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
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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.

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172. Charging operation
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Charging operation
Remove the charging connec-
tor cap and secure it to the
cable.
Insert the charging connector
into the AC charging inlet.
Align the guide position on the bot-
tom of the charging connector, and
push the charging connector
straight into the AC charging inlet
as far as possible.
Once a click sound is heard, check
that the charging connector is
securely locked.
When the charging connector is inserted straight as far as possible, it will
automatically lock.
Confirm that the charging indi-
cator of the charging port is illu-
minated.
Charging will not start if the
charging indicator does not illumi-
nate when the charging connector
is inserted.
If the charging indicator is flashing,
the charging schedule is regis-
tered.
If the error warning indicator on the CCID (Charging Circuit In terrupting
Device) flashes during charging, refer to “OWNER’S MANUAL” and follow
the correction procedure.
The charging indicator will turn off when charging is completed .
The charging indicator will also turn off when charging is interrupted. In this
case, refer to “OWNER’S MANUAL”.
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192. Charging operation
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Charging operation
Unlock the doors to unlock the charging connector.
The charging connector will be unlocked and the AC charging inlet light will
illuminate when the doors are unlocked.
Pull the charging connector
towards you while pressing the
latch release button.
If the latch release button is
pressed during charging (while the
charging indicator is illuminated),
charging will be interrupted.
Attach the charging connector cap.
Attach the AC charging inlet ca p and close the charging port lid.
Remove the plug from the outlet when the charging equipment will
not be used for a prolonged period of time.
Hold the body of the plug when removing.
Make sure to put the cable away immediately after disconnecting .
When leaving the plug inserted, inspect the plug and connector once a
month to check if dirt or dust has accumulated.
After charging
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WARNING
■ AC charging inlet
Do not disassemble, repair or modify the AC charging inlet. Doi ng so may
lead to unforeseen accidents or serious injury. When the AC cha rging inlet
needs to be repaired, consult your Toyota dealer.
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2. Charging operation
WARNING
■When charging
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may cause an unexpected accident, resulting in death or
serious injury.
● Connect to a power source suitable for charging.
● Check that the AC charging cable, plug and outlet are free of f oreign mat-
ter.
● Before charging, check that the AC charging inlet is not deform ed, dam-
aged or corroded, and check that the inlet is free of foreign matter such as
dirt, snow and ice.
If there is dirt or dust in these areas, remove completely befo re inserting
the charging connector.
● Do not get the terminals of the AC charging inlet wet.
● Only use outlets where the plug can be securely inserted.
● Do not bundle or wind the AC charging cable while charging, as doing so
may result in overheating.
● Do not touch the terminals of the charging connector and AC cha rging
inlet with a sharp metal objects (needles etc.) or hands, or sh ort them with
foreign objects.
● When charging outdoors, make sure to connect to a weatherproof outlet
for outdoor use. Ensure the weatherproof outlet cover closes co mpletely. If
the weatherproof outlet cover cannot be closed, install a weath erproof out-
let cover that will close.
● In order to stop charging at the charging station, follow the instructions of
the charger.
● If any heat, smoke, odors, noise or other abnormalities are noticed during
charging, stop charging immediately.
● Do not insert the plug if the outlet is submerged in water or s now.
● When charging while it is raining or snowing, do not connect or disconnect
the plug if your hands are wet. Also, do not get the plug or outlet wet.
● Do not charge the vehicle during a lightning storm.
● Prevent the AC charging cable from being caught in the door or back door.
● Do not let the wheels on the AC charging cable, plug, charging connector
and CCID (Charging Circuit Interrupting Device).
● Firmly insert the plug into the outlet.
● Do not use an extension cord and converting adaptor.

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212. Charging operation
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Charging operation
WARNING
■When charging
● Close the hood before using the charging system. The cooling fa n may
start operating suddenly. Touching or getting close to rotating parts such
as the fan may cause your hands or clothes (especially a neckti e or scarf)
to become caught and result in a serious injury.
● If the power indicator on the CCID (Charging Circuit Interrupti ng Device)
does not illuminate after plugging the AC charging cable into the socket-
outlet, unplug it immediately.
■ After charging
Remove the plug if it will not be used for a long time.
Dirt and dust may accumulate plug or outlet, which could cause a malfunc-
tion or fire, possibly leading to death or serious injury.
■ Onboard traction battery charger
The onboard traction battery charger is located under the rear seats. Make
sure to observe the following precautions regarding the onboard traction
battery charger. Failure to observe these precautions may resul t in death or
serious injury such as burns and electric shocks.
● The onboard traction battery charger is hot during charging. Do not touch
the onboard traction battery charger, as doing so may result in burns.
● Do not disassemble, repair or modify the onboard traction batte ry charger.
When the onboard traction battery charger needs to be repaired, consult
your Toyota dealer.

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232. Charging operation
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Charging operation
NOTICE
■Using private power generator
Do not use private power generators as a power source for charg ing.
Doing so may make charging unstable, the voltage may be insuffi cient, and
the error warning indicator on the CCID (Charging Circuit Inter rupting
Device) of the AC charging cable may flash.
■ Charging station
Due to the environment in which the power equipment is located, charging
may be unstable due to noise, the voltage may be insufficient, and the error
warning indicator on the CCID (Charging Circuit Interrupting De vice) of the
AC charging cable may flash.

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2. Charging operation
Inspecting and maintaining the AC
charging cable
For safety, inspect the AC charging cable on a routine basis.
WARNING
■ Routine inspection
Check the following points regularly.
Failure to do so may cause an unexpected accident, resulting in death or
serious injury.
● The AC charging cable, plug, charging connector, CCID (Charging Circuit
Interrupting Device) etc. have not been damaged.
● The outlet has not been damaged.
● The plug can be securely inserted into the outlet.
● The plug does not get extremely hot during use.
● The tip of the plug has not been deformed.
● The plug is not dirtied by dust etc.
Remove the plug from the outlet before inspecting it. If any ab normalities
are found in the AC charging cable as a result of the inspection, immedi-
ately stop use and consult your Toyota dealer.
■ Maintaining the AC charging cable
When the AC charging cable is dirty, first remove the dirt with a hard,
wringed cloth, and then wipe the cable with a dry cloth.
However, never wash it with water. If the AC charging cable is washed with
water, fire or electric shock may occur during charging, possib ly resulting in
death or serious injury.
■ When not using the AC charging cable for a long time
Remove the plug from the outlet. Dust could accumulate on the plug or in
the outlet, possibly causing overheating which could lead to a fire.
Also, keep the cable in a place free from moisture.

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2. Charging operation
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Charging operation
Using the “My Room Mode”
Connect the AC charging cable to the vehicle and start charging
Turn the power switch on during charging
The setting screen of My Room Mode is displayed automatically o n the
multi-information display.
Press or of the meter
control switches, select “Yes”,
and then press .
My Room Mode starts and systems
such as the air conditioning system
and audio system can be used
inside the vehicle.
When not using My Room Mode,
select “No”, and then press .
To stop My Room Mode, turn the power switch off.
■ While using My Room Mode
Any of the following may occur.
●When the remaining charge of the hybrid battery (traction batte ry) reaches
the lower limit, the air conditioning system automatically turns off. In this sit-
uation, the air conditioning system cannot be used until the remaining
charge of the hybrid battery (traction battery) increases. Turn the power
switch off and use “My Room Mode” after the remaining charge of the hybrid
battery (traction battery) is restored.
● When the outside temperature is low, the heater output may be limited due
to the air conditioning system operation being restricted.
● Warning lights and indicators such as electric power steering s ystem warn-
ing light (yellow) and malfunction indicator lamp may turn on, but this is not
a malfunction.
Also, when the headlight switch is in the AUTO position and the surrounding
area is dark, the headlights are turned on.
When the AC charging cable is connected to the vehicle, electri -
cal components such as the air conditioning system or audio
system can be used using the external power source.
Starting My Room Mode
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