2014 TOYOTA RAV4 EV key

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2-1. Driving procedures
Power switch
Performing the following operations when carrying the electronic
key on your person starts the EV system or changes “POWER”
switch modes.
■ Starting the EV system
Check that the charging cable is disconnected. (P. 73)
Check that the parking brake is set.
Sit in the driver’s seat and firmly depress the brake pedal.
The “POWER” switch indicator turns green.
When the shift position is in N, the EV system cannot start.
Push the P position switch when starting the EV system.
Press the “POWER” switch.
Continue depressing the brake
pedal until the EV system is
completely started.
The EV system can be started
from any “POWER” switch
mode.
After a few seconds, the
“READY” indicator comes on
with a beep sound.
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
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When driving
■
Auto power off function
If the vehicle is left in ACCESSORY mode for more than an hour with the
shift position in P, the “POWER” switch will automatically turn off.
■ Sounds and vibrations specific to a electric vehicle
P. 3 0
■ Electronic key battery depletion
P. 106
■ Auto P position function
●If the “POWER” switch is pressed while the EV system is operating and
the vehicle is at a complete stop, the “POWER” switch will be turned to
OFF, then the shift position will be automatically switched to P.
When turning the “POWER” switch to off while the shift position is not set
to P, operate the “POWER” switch while pushing down fully on the brake
pedal. Then, release the brake pedal after confirming that the shift posi-
tion indicator on the instrument cluster shows P.
● If the auto P position function is malfunctioning, it may not be possible to
turn the “POWER” switch to off. In this event, the “POWER” switch can
be turned to off after applying the parking brake.
Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.
■ When the ambient temperature is low, such as during winter driving
conditions
Driving power may be limited due to traction battery temperature being low.
Follow the instructions on the meter display. If the vehicle has been parked
for a long time in low ambient temperatures, it may be necessary to plug in
the vehicle to warm-up and charge the traction battery before driving.
■ When the P position cont rol system malfunctions
The “POWER” switch will not be able to be turned off. In such a case, the
switch can be turned off after applying the parking brake.
Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.
■ Conditions affecting operation
P. 104
■ Note for the entry function
P. 105

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■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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2-3. Operating the lights and wipers
2
When driving
■
Automatic light off system
The headlights and tail lights turn off 30 seconds after driver’s door is
opened and closed if the “POWER” switch has been turned to ACCESSORY
mode or turned off. (The lights turn off immediately if on the key is
pressed twice after all the doors are closed.)
To turn the lights on again, turn the “POWER” switch to ON mode, or turn the
headlight switch off and then back to or .
■ Customization that can be co nfigured at Toyota dealer
Settings (e.g. light sensor sensitivity) can be deactivated.
(Customizable features P. 500)
NOTICE
■To prevent 12-volt battery discharge
Do not leave the lights on longer than necessary when the EV system is off.

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3-2. Using the interior lights
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Interior features
Interior light
Door position
Off
On
Luggage compartment lightOn
Off
■Illuminated entry system
The lights automatically turn on/off according to “POWER” switch mode, the
presence of the electronic key, whether the doors are locked/unlocked, and
whether the doors are open/closed.
■ To prevent 12-volt battery discharge (excluding luggage compartment
light)
If the lights remain on when a door is not fully closed and the personal/inte-
rior light main switch is in door position, the lights will go off automatically
after 20 minutes.
■ Customization that can be co nfigured at Toyota dealer
Settings (e.g. the time elapsed before lights turn off) can be changed.
(Customizable features P. 500)
Interior light and luggage compartment light

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3-3. Using the
storage features
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Interior features
Glove box
The glove box can be opened by pulling the lever and locked and
unlocked using the mechanical key.
Unlock
Lock
Open
CAUTION
■Caution while driving
Keep the glove box closed. In the event of sudden braking or sudden swerv-
ing, an accident may occur due to an occupant being struck by the open
glove box or the items stored inside.
Glove box

Maintenance and care4
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4-1. Maintenance and careCleaning 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

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
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After recharging/reconnecting the 12-volt battery
●Unlocking the doors using the smart key system may not be possible
immediately after reconnecting the 12-volt battery. If this happens, use
the wireless remote control or the mechanical key to lock/unlock the
doors.
● Start the EV system with the “POWER” switch in ACCESSORY mode.
The EV system may not start with the “POWER” switch turned off. How-
ever, the EV system will operate normally from the second attempt.
● The “POWER” switch mode is recorded by the vehicle. If the 12-volt bat-
tery is reconnected, the vehicle will return the “POWER” switch mode to
the status it was in before the 12-volt battery was disconnected. Make
sure to turn the “POWER” switch off before disconnecting the 12-volt bat-
tery. Take extra care when connecting the 12-volt battery if the “POWER”
switch mode prior to discharge is unknown.
● When the 12-volt battery is reconnected, start the EV system, depress
the brake pedal, and confirm that it is possible to shift into each shift posi-
tion.
If the system will not start even after multiple attempts, contact your Toyota
dealer.
CAUTION
■ Chemicals in the 12-volt battery
The 12-volt battery contains poisonous and corrosive sulfuric acid and may
produce hydrogen gas which is flammable and explosive. To reduce the risk
of death or serious injury, take the following precautions while working on or
near the 12-volt battery:
●Do not cause sparks by touching the 12-volt battery terminals with tools.
● Do not smoke or light a match near the 12-volt battery.
● Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothes.
● Never inhale or swallow electrolyte.
● Wear protective safety glasses when working near the 12-volt battery.
● Keep children away from the 12-volt battery.