2012 TOYOTA RAV4 EV air condition

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1-1. EV system
1
Before driving
CAUTION
●
Carefully check to see if there are exposed high voltage parts or cables.
Never touch the parts or cables. (P. 32)
● Carefully inspect the ground under the vehicle. If you find that liquid (other
than water from the air conditioning) has leaked onto the ground, the trac-
tion battery may have been damaged. Leave the vehicle as soon as possi-
ble.
■ Traction battery (lithium-ion battery) replacement and disposal
Do not replace, dispose of, modify, or reuse the traction battery and do not
use it for anything other than its intended use. Contact your Toyota dealer for
replacement or disposal.
If the traction battery is replaced, disposed of, modified or reused in \
an
improper way, or if the traction battery is used in a way it is not intended for,
there is a risk of severe burns and electrical shock that may result in death or
serious injury.
Also, improper handling of the traction battery can lead to environmental
hazards.
■ Caution while driving
The RAV4 EV does not make the sounds that a gasoline vehicle makes. As
such, pedestrians, people riding bicycles or other people and vehicles in the
surrounding area may not be aware of t he vehicle starting off or approaching
them, so take extra care while driving.

42 1-1. EV system
■Air conditioning system
Use the air conditioning only when necessary. Doing so can help con-
trol excessive energy consumption. Even when the air conditioning is
on, driving range can be extended by setting it to “ECO LO” or “ECO
HI”, or by turning the A/C off. ( P. 276) If pre-climate (Remote Climate
Control) is operated before departure when the vehicle is plugged in,
depending on air-conditioning specifications, traction battery power
consumption can be reduced. ( P. 53)
Additionally, keep in mind the following during heavy air conditioning
use in summer and winter. In summer: In high temperatures, use the recirculated mode. Doing so
can help control excessive power consumption.
In winter: By combining use with the seat heater, the set temperature
for the heater can be reduced. This can increase power efficiency.
■ Checking tire inflation pressure
Make sure to check the tire inflation pressure frequently. Improper tire
inflation pressure can cause poor power consumption.
Also, as snow tires can cause large amounts of friction, their use on dry
roads can lead to poor power consumption. Use a tire that is appropri-
ate for the season.
■Luggage
Carrying luggage can lead to poor power consumption. Avoid carrying
unnecessary luggage. Installing a roof rack can also cause poor power
consumption.

58 1-3. Charging
■Charge mode
The RAV4 EV has the following 2 charge modes.
After understanding the characterist ics of each mode, select the
appropriate mode according to usage instructions.
*: This value is only a reference value, for a traction battery without any capacity deterioration. Depending on conditions such as air-
conditioning system usage, road conditions, years of usage and
so forth, the value may increase or decrease.
■ Linked smart phone function
For drivers who own a smart phone and have an active Entune
subscription, several features are available to remotely interact
with your vehicle.
For details, please refer to http://www.toyota.com/entune/
or call
1-800-331-4331
Charge modeCharge
amount*Details
Normal
charge
modeApproxi-
mately
80%
A mode that combines maximizing vehicle
performance and traction battery life. Every time the EV system is started, this
mode is selected regardless of the previ-
ous selection.
Toyota recommends charging using this
mode whenever long distance driving is
not necessary.
Extended
charge
mode
(P. 72)Approxi-
mately
100%A mode that maximizes driving range on a
single charge. Frequent use of this mode
may contribute to the reduction of the trac-
tion battery capacity over the vehicle life.

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1-3. Charging
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Before driving
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When not using the vehicle for an extended period of time
In order to preserve the traction battery, Toyota recommends plugging in the
vehicle whenever it is not in use.
Pre-climate operations will occur while the amount of charge remaining in
the traction battery is more than 50% at the time pre-climate operations
begin. If the schedule is left set, pre-climate operations will continue to func-
tion up to the maximum of 15 minutes even if the vehicle is not used for
extended periods of time. Because this uses energy from the traction bat-
tery, temporarily suspend the pre-climate schedule (smart phone exclusive
setting P. 58) or delete the pre-climate schedule, if the vehicle is not being
regularly used.
When using navigation screen operations, only canceling the schedule is
available. Because the schedule will need to be set once again when it is
used next time, Toyota recommends using a smart phone and temporarily
suspending the schedule.
■ If the amount of charge remaining in the traction battery becomes low
while driving
The driving power restriction output control warning light illuminates and
driving range is extended by automatically restricting driving power and air
conditioning system operations. Using the navigation system, promptly
search for the closest charging station and charge the vehicle. If the traction
battery fully discharges, driving will not be possible.
For information on how to search for a charging station, refer to the “Naviga-
tion System Owner's Manual”.
■ Charging schedule confirmation disp lay after switching the EV system
off
The current charging schedule will be displayed for a while after the EV sys-
tem is turned off. To change the charging schedule, set the schedule using
the navigation system’s screen. ( P. 64, 70)
■ If the charging port door is frozen
P. 268

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■Pre-climate operations automatic shut-off
Pre-climate will automatically shut off under the following conditions:
●After about 15 minutes have passed since operations began
● If any one of the operating conditions are not met
● If there is only a slight difference between the air conditioning set temper-
ature and the inside temperature.
● When a door is opened.
■ While pre-climate is operating
●The effectiveness of the pre-climate operations may differ according to
outside temperature. Pre-climate operations may be unable to reach the
set temperature during very cold or very hot weather.
● Sometimes during normal operation of the pre-climate schedule, the
electric fan may spin and an operating noise may be heard. However,
this does not indicate a malfunction.
■ Safety functions
●For safety purposes, the EV system cannot be started while the charging
cable is connected to the vehicle, even if the “POWER” switch is oper-
ated. ( P. 443)
● If the charging cable is connected while the “READY” indicator light is\
illuminated, the EV system will stop automatically and driving will not be
possible. ( P. 443)
● When the charging cable is connected to the vehicle, the shift position
cannot be shifted out of P.
● For safety reasons, even if the charging cable is connected, charging will
not start while the latch release button is being pressed.
However, if the latch release button is pressed and held for a few seconds or
more while charging, charging will be canceled. To recommence charging,
reinsert the charging cable.

104 1-5. Opening, closing and locking the doors
■Battery-saving function
In the following circumstances, the entry function is disabled in order to pre-
vent the 12-volt battery from discharging and the electronic key battery from
depleting.
●When the entry function has not been used for 2 weeks or more.
● When the electronic key has been left within approximately 3 ft. (1 m) of
the vehicle for 10 minutes or more.
The system will resume operation when
● The vehicle is locked using the door handle lock switch when carrying the
electronic key on your person.
● The vehicle is locked/unlocked using the wireless remote control.
( P. 108)
● The vehicle is locked/unlocked using the mechanical key. ( P. 468)
■ Conditions affecting operation
The smart key system uses weak radio waves. In the following situations,
the communication between the electronic key and the vehicle may be
affected, preventing the smart key system and wireless remote control from
operating properly. (Ways of coping: P. 468)
● When the electronic key battery is depleted
● Near a TV tower, electric power plant, gas station, radio station, large dis-
play, airport or other facility that generates strong radio waves or electri-
cal noise
● When carrying a portable radio, ce llular phone, cordless phone or other
wireless communication devices
● When the electronic key is in contact with, or is covered by a metallic
object
● When multiple electronic keys are in the vicinity
● When carrying or using the electronic key together with one or move of
the following devices that emit radio waves
• Another vehicle’s electronic key
• A wireless key that emits radio waves
• Personal computer
● If window tint with a metallic content or metallic objects is attached to the
rear window

156 1-9. Safety information
■If the SRS airbags deploy (inflate)
●Bruising and slight abrasions may result from contact with a deploying
(inflating) SRS airbag.
● A loud noise and white powder will be emitted.
● Parts of the airbag module (steering wheel hub, airbag cover and inflator)
as well as the front seats, parts of the front and rear pillars, and roof side
rail, may be hot for several minutes. The airbag itself may also be hot.
● The windshield may crack.
● For Safety Connect subscribers, if the SRS airbags deploy or in the event
of a severe rear-end collision, the system is designed to send an emer-
gency call to the response center, notifying them of the vehicle’s location
(without needing to push the “SOS” button) and an agent will attempt to
speak with the occupants to ascertain the level of emergency and assis-
tance required. If the occupants are unable to communicate, the agent
automatically treats the call as an emergency and helps to dispatch the
necessary emergency services. ( P. 326)
■ SRS airbag deployment conditions (SRS front airbags)
●The SRS front airbags will deploy in the event of an impact that exceeds
the set threshold level (the level of force corresponding to an approxi-
mately 12-18 mph [20-30 km/h] frontal collision with a fixed wall that does
not move or deform).
However, this threshold velocity will be considerably higher in the following
situations:
• If the vehicle strikes an object, such as a parked vehicle or sign pole,
which can move or deform on impact
• If the vehicle is involved in an underride collision, such as a collision in which the front of the vehicle “underrides”, or goes under, the bed of a
truck
● Depending on the type of collision, it is possible that only the seat belt
pretensioners will activate.
● The SRS front airbags for the front passenger will not activate if there is
no passenger sitting in the front passenger seat. However, the SRS front
airbags for the front passenger may deploy if luggage is put in the seat,
even if the seat is unoccupied.

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1-9. Safety information
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Before driving
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SRS airbag deployment conditions (S RS side and curtain shield air-
bags)
● The SRS side and curtain shield airbags will deploy in the event of an
impact that exceeds the set threshold level (the level of force corre-
sponding to the impact force produced by an approximately 3300 lb.
[1500 kg] vehicle colliding with the vehicle cabin from a direction perpen-
dicular to the vehicle orientation at an approximate speed of 12-18 mph
[20-30 km/h]).
● The SRS curtain shield airbags will deploy in the event of vehicle rollover.
● The SRS side airbag on the passenger seat will not activate if there is no
passenger sitting in the front passenger seat. However, the SRS side air-
bag on the passenger seat may deploy if luggage is put in the seat, even
if the seat is unoccupied. ( P. 166)
■ Conditions under which the SRS airbags may deploy (inflate), other
than a collision
The SRS front airbags may also deploy if a serious impact occurs to the
underside of your vehicle. Some examples are shown in the illustration.
The SRS curtain shield airbags may also deploy under the situations shown
in the illustration.
●Hitting a curb, edge of pavement or
hard surface
● Falling into or jumping over a deep hole
● Landing hard or falling
●The angle of vehicle tip-up is marginal.
● The vehicle skids and hits a curb stone.