2012 TOYOTA RAV4 EV tire pressure

OVERVIEWELECTRIC VEHICLE SYSTEM FEATURES/OPERATIONS
SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
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INDEX
OVERVIEW
FEATURES/OPERATIONS
SAFETY AND
EMERGENCY
FEATURES
* Visit your Toyota dealer for information on customizing this feature.
INDEX
OVERVIEWFEATURES/OPERATIONS
Air Conditioning/Heating 37
Clock 38
Cruise control 41
Door locks 35
Hill-start Assist Control (HAC) 43
iPod
®/USB/AUX port 40Light control-Instrument panel 35Lights & turn signals 33
Multi-Information Display 42
Navigation system 38-39
Parking brake 30
Power outlets-12V DC 42
Seat adjustments-Front 31
Seat adjustments-Rear 31
Seat heaters 37
Seats-Folding down rear seats 32
Seats-Head restraints 32
Steering wheel switches 40
Telephone controls (Bluetooth
®) 36
Tilt and telescopic steering wheel 41
Transmission 30
VSC OFF button 43
Windows-Power 34
Windshield wipers & washers
34



Doors-Child safety locks 44
Emergency tire puncture repair kit 45
Floor mat installation 47
Seat belts 44
Seat belts-Shoulder belt anchor 45
Star Safety System
TM 46-47
Tire Pressure Monitoring
(warning) System
Charge port 8
Hood release 8
Indicator symbols 4-5
Instrument cluster 4
Instrument panel 2-3
Keyless entry* 6
Motor maintenance 9
Smart Key system* 7



Charging 19-24
Charging cable-Plugging in 14-17
Charging cable-Unplugging 18
Charging equipment 12
Charging-Power sources 13
Confirming charge settings 28
Electric Vehicle System 10
Extended charge mode 25-26
Inspecting electrical leakage
detection function
Multi-Information
Display-Charging information
Range Map screen 11




27-28
29
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SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
ELECTRIC VEHICLE SYSTEM
2012
RAV4 EV
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EV System indicator
SOC (State Of Charge) gauge
Driving range
Service indicator and reminder
Speedometer
Multi-Information Display
Transmission shift position indicator
Odometer and two trip meters
Display change button
Transmission shift position indicator
Turn signal indicator
SRS Airbag warning1
Headlight low/high beam indicator
Low Tire Pressure Warning1
Electric power steering system warning1
Slip indicator/Hill-start Assist Control (HAC) indicator1
Cruise control indicator2/Cruise control SET indicator2
Anti-lock Brake System warning1
2 If this light flashes, refer to “Cruise control,” Section 2-4, 2012 Owner’s Manual.1 If indicator does not turn off within a few seconds of starting EV System, there may be a
malfunction. Have vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) OFF indicator1
Traction Control OFF indicator1
Front passenger occupant classification indicator
Charging indicator
READY indicator ECO Driving Indicator Light
1
SPORT mode indicator
Immobilizer indicator
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ELECTRIC VEHICLE SYSTEM
Starting the EV System
The RAV4 EV uses electricity in a rechargeable traction battery to power the
electric motor. The driving range is extended by using regenerative braking to
store electricity in the traction battery. This technology is clean and has a low
impact on the environment by not emitting exhaust such as CO
2 or NOX during
operation.
Tips for reducing battery consumption
-Keep the EV System indicator needle within the ECO area.
-Drive in normal mode.
-When possible, avoid driving on steep inclines.
-Avoid driving at speeds that are higher than necessary, especially on the highway.
-When possible, avoid sudden stops to maximize regenerative braking energy.
-Minimize use of Air Conditioning and heating; the seat heater may also be used to
supplement heating.
-Maintain recommended tire pressure and avoid carrying unnecessary luggage.
-Utilize the Pre-climate function to warm or cool cabin before driving.
Electric Vehicle SystemRange Map screen
The driving area possible on the current charge level can be displayed as a
reference, as can charge stations in the surrounding area.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
(1) Depress the brake pedal, and
press the “POWER” switch
while in Park.
(2) After a few seconds the “READY” light comes on and a
beep sounds.
Charge station
Range circle
Reachable destination guidance
Current position
Zoom out button
Display round trip driving range
Display one-way driving range
Zoom in button
Climate setting
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The RAV4 EV uses electricity in a rechargeable traction battery to power the
electric motor. The driving range is extended by using regenerative braking to
store electricity in the traction battery. This technology is clean and has a low
impact on the environment by not emitting exhaust such as CO
2 or NOX during
operation.
-Keep the EV System indicator needle within the ECO area.
-Drive in normal mode.
-When possible, avoid driving on steep inclines.
-Avoid driving at speeds that are higher than necessary, especially on the highway.
-When possible, avoid sudden stops to maximize regenerative braking energy.
-Minimize use of Air Conditioning and heating; the seat heater may also be used to
supplement heating.
-Maintain recommended tire pressure and avoid carrying unnecessary luggage.
-Utilize the Pre-climate function to warm or cool cabin before driving.
Range Map screen
The driving area possible on the current charge level can be displayed as a
reference, as can charge stations in the surrounding area.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
(1) Depress the brake pedal, and
press the “POWER” switch
while in Park.
(2) After a few seconds the “READY” light comes on and a
beep sounds.
(1) Press “HOME” button.
(2) Touch “EV” followed by “Range Map” on the
screen to display the
range map screen.
Charge station
Range circle
Reachable destination guidance
Current position
Zoom out button
Display round trip driving range
Display one-way driving range
Zoom in button
Climate setting
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Moving the lever downward will allow the door to be opened only from the outside.
Doors-Child safety locks
If belt is fully extended, then retracted even slightly, it cannot be re-extended
beyond that point, unless fully retracted again. This feature is used to help hold
child restraint systems securely.
To find more information about seat belts, and how to install a child restraint
system, refer to the Owner’s Manual.
Keep as low on
hips as possible
Take up slack
Too high
Seat belts
If tire pressure becomes critically low on any of the tires, “” indicator
will come on. Correctly adjusting tire inflation will turn off the light after a
few minutes. If the light does not turn off, have the system checked by your
Toyota dealer.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
Seat belts-Shoulder belt anchor
Push up or squeeze lock
release to lower
Rear door
Tire Pressure Monitoring (warning)
System
Emergency tire puncture repair kit
Tool location
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
Luggage compartment inside right side box
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Moving the lever downward will allow the door to be opened only from the outside.
If belt is fully extended, then retracted even slightly, it cannot be re-extended
beyond that point, unless fully retracted again. This feature is used to help hold
child restraint systems securely.
To find more information about seat belts, and how to install a child restraint
system, refer to the Owner’s Manual.
Take up slack
If tire pressure becomes critically low on any of the tires, “” indicator
will come on. Correctly adjusting tire inflation will turn off the light after a
few minutes. If the light does not turn off, have the system checked by your
Toyota dealer.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
Seat belts-Shoulder belt anchor
Push up or squeeze lock
release to lower
DownUp
Tire Pressure Monitoring (warning)
System
Emergency tire puncture repair kit
Tool location
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
Luggage compartment inside right side box
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Star Safety SystemTM
VSC helps prevent loss of traction during cornering by reducing power from the EV
System and applying brake force to selected wheels.
Toyota’s VSC monitors steering angle and the direction your vehicle is traveling.
When it senses that the front or rear wheels begin to lose traction, VSC reduces
power from the EV System and applies braking to selected wheels. This helps
restore traction and vehicle control.
Vehicle Stability Control (VSC)
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
ABS helps prevent brakes from locking up by “pulsing” brake pressure to each
wheel. This limits brake lockup and helps provide directional control for the
current road conditions.
Toyota’s ABS sensors detect which wheels are locking up and limits wheel lockup
by “pulsing” each wheel’s brakes independently. Pulsing releases brake pressure
repeatedly for fractions of a second. This helps the tires attain the traction that
current road conditions will allow, helping you to stay in directional control.
Brake Assist (BA)
Brake Assist is designed to detect sudden or “panic” braking, and then add braking
pressure to help decrease the vehicle’s stopping distance. When there’s only a
split second to react, Brake Assist can add additional brake pressure more quickly
than just the driver alone can. VSC helps prevent loss of traction during cornering by reducing power from the EV
System, and Traction Control helps maintain traction on loose gravel and wet, icy,
or uneven surfaces by applying brake force to the spinning wheel(s).
Toyota’s TRAC sensors are activated when one of the drive wheels starts to slip.
TRAC limits motor output and applies the brakes to the spinning wheel. This
transfers power to the wheels that still have traction to help keep you on track.
Traction Control (TRAC)
Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD)
Toyota’s ABS technology has Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) to help
maintain control and balance when braking. Abrupt stops can cause a vehicle
to tilt forward, reducing the braking power of the rear wheels. EBD responds to
sudden stops by redistributing brake force to enhance the braking effectiveness of
all four wheels.
There are two types of Toyota floor mats: carpeted and all-weather. Each vehicle
has model-specific floor mats. Installation is easy.
To keep your floor mat properly positioned, follow these steps:
• Only use floor mats designed for your specific model.
• Use only one floor mat at a time, using the retaining hooks to keep the mat in
place.
• Install floor mats right side up.
Floor mat installation
SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
All new Toyota vehicles come standard with the Star Safety SystemTM, which
combines Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), Traction Control (TRAC), Anti-lock Braking
System (ABS), Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), Brake Assist (BA) and Smart
Stop Technology (SST).Smart Stop Technology automatically reduces driving torque when the accelerator
and brake pedals are pressed simultaneously.
SST engages when the accelerator is depressed first and the brakes are applied
firmly for longer than one-half second at speeds greater than five miles per hour.
SST doesn’t engage if the brake pedal is depressed before the accelerator pedal,
allowing vehicles to start on a steep hill and safely accelerate without rolling
backward.
Smart Stop Technology (SST)
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VSC helps prevent loss of traction during cornering by reducing power from the EV
System and applying brake force to selected wheels.
Toyota’s VSC monitors steering angle and the direction your vehicle is traveling.
When it senses that the front or rear wheels begin to lose traction, VSC reduces
power from the EV System and applies braking to selected wheels. This helps
restore traction and vehicle control.
ABS helps prevent brakes from locking up by “pulsing” brake pressure to each
wheel. This limits brake lockup and helps provide directional control for the
current road conditions.
Toyota’s ABS sensors detect which wheels are locking up and limits wheel lockup
by “pulsing” each wheel’s brakes independently. Pulsing releases brake pressure
repeatedly for fractions of a second. This helps the tires attain the traction that
current road conditions will allow, helping you to stay in directional control.
Brake Assist is designed to detect sudden or “panic” braking, and then add braking
pressure to help decrease the vehicle’s stopping distance. When there’s only a
split second to react, Brake Assist can add additional brake pressure more quickly
than just the driver alone can. VSC helps prevent loss of traction during cornering by reducing power from the EV
System, and Traction Control helps maintain traction on loose gravel and wet, icy,
or uneven surfaces by applying brake force to the spinning wheel(s).
Toyota’s TRAC sensors are activated when one of the drive wheels starts to slip.
TRAC limits motor output and applies the brakes to the spinning wheel. This
transfers power to the wheels that still have traction to help keep you on track.
Toyota’s ABS technology has Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) to help
maintain control and balance when braking. Abrupt stops can cause a vehicle
to tilt forward, reducing the braking power of the rear wheels. EBD responds to
sudden stops by redistributing brake force to enhance the braking effectiveness of
all four wheels.
There are two types of Toyota floor mats: carpeted and all-weather. Each vehicle
has model-specific floor mats. Installation is easy.
To keep your floor mat properly positioned, follow these steps:
• Only use floor mats designed for your specific model.
• Use only one floor mat at a time, using the retaining hooks to keep the mat in
place.
• Install floor mats right side up.
Floor mat installation
SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
All new Toyota vehicles come standard with the Star Safety SystemTM, which
combines Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), Traction Control (TRAC), Anti-lock Braking
System (ABS), Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), Brake Assist (BA) and Smart
Stop Technology (SST).Smart Stop Technology automatically reduces driving torque when the accelerator
and brake pedals are pressed simultaneously.
SST engages when the accelerator is depressed first and the brakes are applied
firmly for longer than one-half second at speeds greater than five miles per hour.
SST doesn’t engage if the brake pedal is depressed before the accelerator pedal,
allowing vehicles to start on a steep hill and safely accelerate without rolling
backward.
Smart Stop Technology (SST)
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