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5-10. PhonebookContact/Call History Settings ........................... 388
5-11. Bluetooth
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What to do if... (Troubleshooting) ............ 398
Bluetooth
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5-12. Other function Voice command system............................. 407
6-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Automatic air conditioning system ... 414
Heated steering wheel/seat heaters .......... 422
• Heated steering wheel ............................ 423
• Seat heaters ................. 423
6-2. Using the interior lights Interior lights list ................ 424• Interior lights ................. 425
• Personal lights .............. 425
6-3. Using the storage features List of storage features...... 427• Glove box...................... 428
• Console box .................. 428
• Cup holders .................. 429
• Bottle holders ................ 430
• Auxiliary box ................. 430
Luggage compartment features ........................... 431 6-4. Using the other interior
features
Other interior features........ 441 • Sun visors .................... 441
• Vanity mirrors ............... 441
• Power outlets ................ 442
• Armrest.......................... 443
• Coat hooks .................... 443
• Assist grips ................... 444
Garage door opener .......... 445
Compass ........................... 452
7-1. Maintenance and care Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior .......... 458
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior ........... 461
7-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements ................... 464
General maintenance ........ 467
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs ......................... 470
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RAV4-HV_OM_OM42A56U_(U)7-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service precautions ..................... 471
Hood.................................. 473
Positioning a floor jack ...... 475
Engine compartment ......... 476
12-volt battery ................... 484
Tires .................................. 489
Tire inflation pressure........ 498
Wheels .............................. 501
Air conditioning filter .......... 504
Electronic key battery ........ 506
Checking and replacing fuses ............................... 508
Light bulbs ......................... 511 8-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers ........... 526
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency....................... 527
8-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If your vehicle needs to be towed ...................... 528
If you think something is wrong ......... 534
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds ............................. 535
If a warning message is displayed ......................... 544
If you have a flat tire .......... 564
If the hybrid system will not start ..................... 576
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ............. 578
If the electronic key does not operate properly ........ 579
If the 12-volt battery is discharged ................... 581
If your vehicle overheats.... 586
If the vehicle becomes stuck ................................ 591
8When trouble arises
17Pictorial index
RAV4-HV_OM_OM42A56U_(U)Turn signal lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 199
Headlight switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 201
Headlights/parking lights/tail lights/daytime running lights . . . . P. 201
Fog lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 210
Windshield wiper and washer switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 211
Rear window wiper and washer switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 215
Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 211, 215
Adding washer fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 483
Warning message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 555
Hood lock release lever. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 473
Automatic air conditioning system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 414
Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 414
Rear window defogger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 417
Audio system
*1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 316
Entune Audio
*1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 317
Entune Audio Plus/Entune Premium Audio
with Navigation
*1, 2
Fuel filler door opener . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 220
*1: If equipped
*2: Refer to “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.
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For safety and security
Hybrid system precautions
The illustration is an example for explanation and may differ from the
actual item.
Take care when handling the hybrid system, as it is a high volt-
age system (about 650V at maximum) as well as contains parts
that become extremely hot when the hybrid system is operating.
Obey the warning labels attached to the vehicle.
Warning label
High voltage cables (orange)
Hybrid battery (traction battery)
Rear electric motor (traction
motor)Service plug
Front electric motor (traction
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Power control unit
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4-1. Before driving
●Due to the added load of the trailer, your vehicle’s engine may over-
heat on hot days (at temperatures over 85 F [30C]) when driving
up a long or steep grade. If t he engine coolant temperature gauge
indicates overheating, immediately turn off the air conditioning (if in
use), pull your vehicle off the road and stop in a safe spot.
( P. 586)
● Always place wheel blocks under both the vehicle’s and the trailer’s
wheels when parking. Apply the pa rking brake firmly, and put the
transmission in P. Avoid parking on a slope, but if unavoidable, do
so only after performing the following:
Apply the brakes and keep them applied.
Have someone place wheel blocks under both the vehicle’s and
trailer’s wheels.
When the wheel blocks are in pl ace, release the brakes slowly
until the blocks absorb the load.
Apply the parking brake firmly.
Shift into P and turn off the hybrid system.
● When restarting after parking on a slope:
With the transmission in P, star t the hybrid system. Be sure to
keep the brake pedal pressed.
Shift into a forward gear. If reversing, shift into R.
Release the parking brake and brake pedal, and slowly pull or
back away from the wheel blocks. Stop and apply the brakes.
Have someone retrieve the blocks.
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4-2. Driving procedures
■Downshifting restrictions warning buzzer
To help ensure safety and driving performance, downshifting operation may
sometimes be restricted. In some circumstances, downshifting may not be
possible even when the shift lever is operated. (A buzzer will sound twice.)
■ Operation of the air conditioning system in Eco drive mode
Eco drive mode controls the heating/cooling operations and fan speed of the
air conditioning system to enhance fuel efficiency ( P. 419). To improve air
conditioning performance, adjust the fan speed or turn off Eco drive mode.
■ Deactivation of the driving mode
●Eco drive mode will not be canceled until the “ECO MODE” button is
pressed, even if the hybrid system is turned off after driving in Eco drive
mode.
● Sport mode will be canceled if the hybrid system is turned off after driving in
sport mode.
■ When driving with cruise control or dynamic radar cruise control acti-
vated (if equipped)
Even when performing the following actions with the intent of enabling engine
braking, engine braking will not activate because cruise control or dynamic
radar cruise control will not be canceled.
● While driving in D position or S mode, downshifting to 5 or 4. ( P. 197)
● When switching the driving mode to sport mode while driving in D position.
(P. 196)
■ If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P
P. 578
WARNING
■When driving on slippery road surfaces
Be careful of downshifting and sudden acceleration, as this could result in
the vehicle skidding to the side or spinning.
NOTICE
■Hybrid battery (traction battery) charge precaution
If the shift lever is in N, the hybrid battery (traction battery) will not be
charged even when the engine is running. Therefore, if the vehicle is left
with the shift lever in N for a long period of time, the hybrid battery (traction
battery) will discharge, and this may result in the vehicle not being able to
start.
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4-5. Using the driving support systems
●The shape of the obstacle may prevent the sensor from detecting it. Pay
particular attention to the following obstacles:
• Wires, fences, ropes, etc.
• Cotton, snow and other materials that absorb sound waves
• Sharply-angled objects
• Low obstacles
• Tall obstacles with upper sections projecting outwards in the direction of
your vehicle
● The following situations may occur during use.
• Depending on the shape of the obstacle and other factors, the detection
distance may shorten, or detection may be impossible.
• Obstacles may not be detected if they are too close to the sensor.
• There will be a short delay between obstacle detection and display. Even at slow speeds, there is a possibility that the obstacle will come within the
sensor’s detection areas before the display is shown and the beep
sounds.
• Thin posts or objects lower than the sensor may not be detected when
approached, even if they have been detected once.
• It might be difficult to hear beeps due to the volume of audio system or air flow noise of the air conditioning system.
■ Customization
Setting of buzzer volume can be changed.
(Customizable features P. 625)
■ If a message is displayed on the multi-information display
P. 546
■ Certification (Canada only)
This ISM device complies with Canadian ICES-001.
WARNING
■When using the Intuitive parking assist
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in the vehicle being unable to be driven safely
and possibly cause an accident.
●Do not use the sensor at speeds in excess of 6 mph (10 km/h).
● The sensors’ detection areas and reaction times are limited. When mov-
ing, check the areas surrounding the vehicle (especially the sides of the
vehicle) for safety, and drive slowly, using the brake to control the vehicle’s
speed.
● Do not install accessories within the sensors’ detection areas.
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4-6. Driving tips
Hybrid vehicle driving tips
◆Using Eco drive mode
When using Eco drive mode, the torque corresponding to the accel-
erator pedal depression amount can be generated more smoothly
than it is in normal conditions. In addition, the operation of the air
conditioning system (h eating/cooling) will be minimized, improving
the fuel economy. ( P. 196)
◆Use of Hybrid System Indicator
The Eco-friendly driving is possible by keeping the Hybrid System
Indicator within Eco area. ( P. 92)
◆Shift lever operation
Shift the shift lever to D when stopped at a traffic light, or driving in
heavy traffic etc. Shift the shift lever to P when parking. When using
the N, there is no positive effect on fuel consumption. In the N, the
gasoline engine operates but el ectricity cannot be generated. Also,
when using the air conditioning s ystem, etc., the hybrid battery
(traction battery) power is consumed.
◆Accelerator pedal/brake pedal operation
● Drive your vehicle smoothly. Avoid abrupt acceleration and
deceleration. Gradual accelerati on and deceleration will make
more effective use of the electric motor (traction motor) without
having to use gasoline engine power.
● Avoid repeated acceleration. Repeated acceleration consumes
hybrid battery (traction battery) power, resulting in poor fuel con-
sumption. Battery power can be restored by driving with the
accelerator pedal slightly released.
For economical and ecological driv ing, pay attention to the fol-
lowing points: