2013 TOYOTA RAV4 EV immobilizer

TABLE OF CONTENTSIndex
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1-1. EV systemCharacteristics of the EV (Electric Vehicle) system .... 26
EV (Electric Vehicle) system precautions ............ 32
Energy monitor/ consumption screen ........... 38
EV (Electric Vehicle) driving tips .......................... 41
1-2. Navigation system screen operations
Navigation system screen operations .......................... 44
1-3. Charging Charging equipment ............. 46
Power sources that can be used .............................. 50
Charging and pre-climate (Remote Climate Control)
procedures ......................... 53
When normal charging cannot be carried out ......... 88
Inspecting the charging cable .................................. 92
1-4. Key information Keys ..................................... 94 1-5. Opening, closing and
locking the doors
Smart key system ................. 96
Wireless remote control ...... 108
Side doors .......................... 110
Back door ........................... 113
1-6. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors,
steering wheel)
Front seats.......................... 118
Rear seats .......................... 121
Head restraints ................... 127
Seat belts............................ 131
Steering wheel .................... 140
Anti-glare inside rear view mirror ........................ 141
Outside rear view mirrors ... 143
1-7. Opening and closing the windows
Power windows................... 146
1-8. Theft deterrent system Immobilizer system ............. 149
Theft prevention labels ....... 151
1-9. Safety information Correct driving posture ....... 152
SRS airbags ....................... 154
Front passenger occupant classification system ......... 166
Child restraint systems ....... 172
Installing child restraints ..... 176
1Before driving

Before driving1
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1-1. EV systemCharacteristics of the EV (Electric Vehicle)
system ............................. 26
EV (Electric Vehicle) system precautions .......... 32
Energy monitor/ consumption screen......... 38
EV (Electric Vehicle) driving tips........................ 41
1-2. Navigation system screen operations
Navigation system screen operations ........................ 44
1-3. Charging Charging equipment........... 46
Power sources that can be used ............................ 50
Charging and pre-climate (Remote Climate Control)
procedures ....................... 53
When normal charging cannot be carried out ....... 88
Inspecting the charging cable ................................ 92
1-4. Key information Keys ................................... 94
1-5. Opening, closing and locking the doors
Smart key system .............. 96 Wireless remote control ... 108
Side doors ........................ 110
Back door ......................... 113
1-6. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors,
steering wheel)
Front seats ....................... 118
Rear seats........................ 121
Head restraints................. 127
Seat belts ......................... 131
Steering wheel ................. 140
Anti-glare inside rear view mirror ..................... 141
Outside rear view mirrors ............................ 143
1-7. Opening and closing the windows
Power windows ................ 146
1-8. Theft deterrent system Immobilizer system .......... 149
Theft prevention labels..... 151
1-9. Safety information Correct driving posture..... 152
SRS airbags ..................... 154
Front passenger occupant classification system ...... 166
Child restraint systems..... 172
Installing child restraints ........................ 176

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Before driving
1-8. Theft deterrent system
Immobilizer system
■System maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free type immobilizer system.
■ Conditions affecting operation
Depending on the surrounding environment and conditions, the immobilizer
system may not operate properly. This may prevent the EV system from
starting. ( P. 104)
■ Certifications for the immobilizer system
FCC ID: NI4TMIMB-1
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interfer-
ence, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
FCC WARNING:
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
The vehicle's keys have built-in tr ansponder chips that prevent the
EV system from starting if the key has not been previously regis-
tered in the vehicle's on-board computer.
Never leave the keys inside the vehicle when you leave the vehicle.
The indicator light flashes after
the “POWER” switch has been
turned off to indicate that the
system is operating.
The indicator light stops flash-
ing after the “POWER” switch
has been turned to ACCES-
SORY or ON mode to indicate
that the system has been can-
celed.

204 2-1. Driving procedures
■If the EV system does not start
●The immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. ( P. 149)
Contact your Toyota dealer.
● The charging cable may be connected to the vehicle. ( P. 82)
■ When the steering lock cannot be released
■ When the “POWER” switch in dicator flashes in amber
The system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your
Toyota dealer immediately.
■ If the “READY” indicator does not come on
If the “READY” indicator does not come on when you press the “POWER”
switch with the shift position in P and the brake pedal pressed, contact your
Toyota dealer immediately.
■ If the EV system is malfunctioning
P. 428
■ When the electronic key battery is discharged
P. 383
The green indicator light on the “POWER”
switch will flash and a message will be
shown on the multi-information display.
Press the “POWER” switch again while
turning the steering wheel left and right.

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the EV (Electric Vehicle) system will not start
Reasons for the EV system not star ting vary depending on the situa-
tion. Check the following and pe rform the appropriate procedure:
■The EV system will not start even though the correct start-
ing procedure is being followed. ( P. 200)
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
● The charging cable may be connected to the vehicle.
● The electronic key may not be functioning properly. ( P. 468)
● There may be a malfunction in the immobilizer system.
( P. 149)
● There may be a malfunction in the steering lock system.
● The EV system may be malfunct ioning due to an electrical
problem such as an open circuit or a blown fuse. However,
depending on the type of malf unction, an interim measure is
available to start the EV system. ( P. 385)
● There may be a malfunction in th e P position control system.*
(  P. 203)
*: It may not be possible to shift the shift position from P to other posi-
tions.
■The interior lights and headlights are dim, or the horn does
not sound or sounds at a low volume.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
●The 12-volt battery may be discharged. ( P. 470)
● The 12-volt battery terminal c onnections may be loose or cor-
roded.

512 Alphabetical index
Front turn signal lightsReplacing light bulbs ............. 400
Wattage ................................. 488
Fuses......................................... 385
Garage door opener................. 320
Gauges ...................................... 218
Glove box.................................. 297
Grocery bag hooks .................. 317
Hazard lights Switch.................................... 412
Head restraints Adjusting .............................. 127
Headlight aim ........................... 398
Headlights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 400
Switch.................................... 234
Wattage ................................. 488
Heater coolant Capacity ................................ 485
Checking ............................... 359
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 268
Heaters Seat heaters .......................... 310
Side mirrors ........................... 292
Hill-start assist control ............ 251
Hood .......................................... 349
Hooks Cargo hook............................ 317
Grocery bag .......................... 317
Horn........................................... 217 Identification
Motor ..................................... 483
Tire ........................................ 489
Vehicle .................................. 483
Illuminated entry system......... 295
Immobilizer system ................. 149
Indicator lights ......................... 223
Initialization
Items to initialize ................... 503
Inside rear view mirror ............ 141
Interior light Switch ................................... 295
Wattage................................. 488
Jack Jack stand ............................. 352
Positioning a floor jack .......... 351
Positioning a jack stand ........ 352
Keyless entry ........................... 108
Keys Electronic key.......................... 94
If the electronic key does not operate properly ........... 468
If you lose your keys ............. 467
Key battery ............................ 383
Key number............................. 94
Keyless entry ........................ 108
Keys ........................................ 94
Mechanical key ....................... 94
“POWER” switch ................... 202
Wireless remote control key ...................................... 108
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Tail lightsReplacing light bulbs ............. 400
Switch.................................... 234
Theft deterrent system Immobilizer system ............... 149
Theft prevention labels............ 151
Tire inflation pressure ............. 374
Tire information Glossary ................................ 494
Size ....................................... 491
Tire identification number ...... 490
Uniform tire quality grading ................................ 492
Tires
Chains ................................... 268
Checking ............................... 366
If you have a flat tire .............. 447
Inflation pressure................... 374
Information ............................ 489
Replacing .............................. 366
Rotating tires ......................... 366
Size ....................................... 488
Snow tires ............................. 268
Tire pressure warning system ........................ 366, 419
Total load capacity................... 267
Towing
Dinghy towing........................ 274
Emergency towing................. 413
Trailer towing......................... 273
Traction control........................ 251
Traction battery coolant Checking ............................... 357
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 268
TRAC ......................................... 251 Transmission
P position switch ................... 209
Transmission......................... 206
Trip information ....................... 227
Trip meter ................................. 218
Turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 400
Switch ................................... 215
Wattage................................. 488
Utility vehicle precautions ...... 258
Vanity lights Vanity lights........................... 305
Wattage................................. 488
Vanity mirrors .......................... 305
Vehicle data recordings ............ 19
Vehicle identification number ................................... 483
Vehicle Stability Control ......... 251
VSC ........................................... 251
Warning buzzers Brake system ........................ 417
Electric power steering system ................................ 418
Key reminder......................... 440
Master warning ..................... 419
Open door ............................. 419
Output control warning .......... 419
Seat belt reminder................. 419T
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What to do if...
What to do if...
A tire puncturesP. 447If you have a flat tire
The EV system does not start
P. 465If the EV system will not start
P. 149Immobilizer system
P. 470If the 12-volt battery is discharged
Steam can be seen coming
from under the hoodP. 475If your vehicle overheats
The key is lostP. 467If you lose your keys
The 12-volt battery runs outP. 470If the 12-volt battery is discharged
The doors cannot be lockedP. 1 1 0Side doors
P. 1 1 3Back door
The vehicle is stuck in
mud or sandP. 477If the vehicle becomes stuck
A warning light or indicator light
comes onP. 417If a warning light turns on or a
warning buzzer sounds...