2012 TOYOTA RAV4 EV heater

TABLE OF CONTENTSIndex
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3-4. Other interior featuresSun 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
4-1. Maintenance and care Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior ........... 334
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior ............ 337
4-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements .................... 340
General maintenance ......... 342 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service precautions ....................... 346
Hood ................................... 349
Positioning a floor jack........ 351
Motor compartment ............ 355
Tires.................................... 366
Tire inflation pressure ......... 374
Wheels................................ 378
Air conditioning filter ........... 381
Electronic key battery ......... 383
Checking and replacing fuses ................................. 385
Headlight aim...................... 398
Light bulbs .......................... 400
5-1. Essential information Emergency flashers ............ 412
If your vehicle needs to be towed ........................... 413
If you think something is wrong ............................ 416
4Maintenance and care
5When trouble arises

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Power switch P. 200
Rear window and outside rear view
mirror defogger switch
P. 292
Security indicator P. 149
*: Refer to “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
Air conditioning system P. 276
Seat heater controls P. 310

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1-1. EV system
EV (Electric Vehicle) system precautions
The illustration is an example for explanation purposes only and may
vary from the actual vehicle.
Cabin coolant heater
High voltage cables (orange)
Air conditioning compressor
DC/DC converter
Service plug Charging port
Traction battery
Charger
Electric motor (traction
motor)
Please do not attempt to disassemble or service the EV system, as it
contains high voltage (nearly 400 V), as well as parts that become
extremely hot when the EV system is operating. Obey the caution
labels attached to the vehicle.

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■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.

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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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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