2012 TOYOTA RAV4 EV air condition

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1-9. Safety information
Front passenger occupant classification system
Your vehicle is equipped with a front passenger occupant classifica-
tion system. This system detects the conditions of the front passen-
ger seat and activates or deactiv ates the devices for the front
passenger.
Seat belt reminder light
“AIR BAG OFF” indicator light
“AIR BAG ON” indicator light
SRS warning light

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1-9. Safety information
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Before driving
Conditions and operation of
the front passenger occupant
classification system
■ Adult*
1
■Child*3 or child restraint system*4
Indicator/
warning light “AIR BAG ON” and “AIR BAG OFF”
indicator lights “AIR BAG
ON”
SRS warning light Off
Seat belt reminder light
Flashing*2
Devices Front passenger airbag
Activated
Side airbag on the front passenger seat
Curtain shield airbag in the front passenger side
Front passenger's seat belt pretensioner
Indicator/
warning light “AIR BAG ON” and “AIR BAG OFF”
indicator lights “AIR BAG
OFF”*5
SRS warning light Off
Seat belt reminder light Flashing*
2
DevicesFront passenger airbag
Deactivated
Side airbag on the front passenger seat
Curtain shield airbag in the front passenger side Activated
Front passenger's seat belt pretensioner

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2-2. Instrument cluster
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When driving
Trip information
■ Driving range
Displays an estimated driving range according to the
amount of charge remaining in the traction battery
and air conditioning settings.Displays what the estimated maximum driving
range is with the air conditioning system off
according to the amount of charge remaining in the
traction battery.
Displays the amount the estimated maximum driv-
ing range is shortened acco rding to current air con-
ditioning mode.
The climate setting is linked to the air conditioning sys-
tem, and changes according to air conditioning settings.
( P. 276)
The estimated maximum driving range is only an esti-
mate. According to driving conditions, the actual driving
range may differ. Keep early charging in mind.
The driving range according to current air conditioning
mode is displayed in the left section of the instrument
cluster. ( P. 218)

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2-5. Driving information
Winter driving tips
Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before driving
the vehicle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a manner appropri-
ate to the prevailing weather conditions.
■ Pre-winter preparations
●Use fluids that are appropriate to the prevailing outside tem-
peratures.
• Motor coolant
• Heater coolant
• Traction battery coolant
• Washer fluid
● Have a service technician inspec t the condition of the 12-volt
battery.
● Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires or purchase a set
of tire chains for the front tires.
Ensure that all tires are the same size and brand, and that chains
match the size of the tires.
■Before driving the vehicle
Perform the following according to the driving conditions:
●Do not try to forcibly open a window or move a wiper that is
frozen. Pour warm water over the frozen area to melt the ice.
Wipe away the water immediately to prevent it from freezing.
● Do not try to forcibly open the charging port cap if it is frozen.
Melt the ice using a hair dryer, immediately and thoroughly
wiping away any moisture.
● To ensure proper operation of th e climate control system fan,
remove any snow that has accumulated on the air inlet vents
in front of the windshield.
● Check for and remove any excess ice or snow that may have
accumulated on the exterior li ghts, vehicle's roof, chassis,
around the tires or on the brakes.

Interior features3
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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Automatic air conditioning system ....... 276
Rear window and outside rear view mirror
defoggers ....................... 292
3-2. Using the interior lights Interior lights list ............... 293
• Personal/interior light main switch .................... 294
• Personal/interior lights .............................. 294
• Interior light .................... 295
• Luggage compartment
light ................................ 295
3-3. Using the storage features List of storage features .... 296
• Glove box....................... 297
• Console box ................... 298
• Cup holders ................... 299
• Bottle holders ................. 300
• Auxiliary boxes............... 302 3-4. Other interior features
Sun visors ........................ 304
Vanity mirrors ................... 305
Power outlets ................... 306
Seat heaters..................... 310
Armrest ............................ 313
Coat hooks ....................... 314
Assist grips....................... 315
Floor mat .......................... 316
Luggage compartment features .......................... 317
Garage door opener......... 320
Safety Connect ................ 326

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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Automatic air conditioning system
The driving distance of the RAV4 EV is affected by the method of air
conditioning use. In order to extend driving range, Toyota recom-
mends using AUTO ECO mode and setting temperatures conserva-
tively.
The effect on driving range can be confirmed on the meter. (P. 218)
■Operation mode
ModeECO settingDetails
AUTO ECO LO
(Recommended)
Air conditioning is operated automati-
cally, maintaining an optimal balance
between cabin comfort and driving
range. The seat heater is also linked
and controlled depending on condi-
tions.
ECO HI Air conditioning is operated automati-
cally. More importance is placed on
extending driving range than in ECO
LO mode and the air conditioning is
used moderately. The seat heater is
also linked and controlled depending
on conditions.
Normal Air conditioning is operated automati-
cally with more importance placed on
cabin comfort than ECO LO mode.
Therefore, driving range is shorter
than when using ECO LO mode.
Manual ECO Fan speed adjustment or changing
air outlets is performed manually.
Functions that have not been set in
Manual mode will continue to operate
in AUTO ECO mode. The seat heater
is also linked and controlled depend-
ing on conditions.
Normal Fan speed adjustment or changing
air outlets is performed manually.

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3-1. Using the air conditioning system
and defogger
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Interior features
■Pre-climate (Remote Climate Control)
By setting the sched ule, the air conditioning system can be
turned on before getting in the vehicle. ( P. 5 3 )
Even if the schedule has not been set, for users who own a
smart phone, the air conditioning system can be turned on and
off when away from the vehicle. ( P. 5 8 )
■ Control panel
The operating section of the air conditioning panel uses capaci-
tive touch sensors. ( P. 290)
Eco mode
Driver’s side temperature
control Air outlet selectorFan speed
control
Off SYNC mode
Outside/recirculated
air mode
Automatic mode
Windshield defogger
HVAC
display Passenger’s side temperature controlCooling and
dehumidification
function on/off

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Using the AUTO ECO mode or AUTO mode
AUTO ECO mode To u c h .
The air conditioning system
begins to operate in AUTO ECO
LO mode. Air outlets and fan
speed are automatically adjusted
according to the temperature
setting.
In AUTO ECO mode, depending
on the outside temperature and
the set temperature, the seat
heater operates, and the seat
heater’s temperature is automati-
cally adjusted. (P. 310)
When in AUTO mode, air condi-
tioning operation status is not
shown.
■ Display
AUTO mode display
ECO mode display Cooling and dehumidification
function display
Passenger’s sidetemperature display
Passenger’s
side seat
heater display
Outside/recirculated
air mode display
Rear window defogger display
Fan speed
display
Air outlet display
Driver’s side seat heater
display
Driver’s side
temperature
display