2016 TOYOTA RAV4 HYBRID fuel type

15Pictorial index
RAV4-HV_OM_OM42A56U_(U)Windshield wipers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 211
Precautions against winter season . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 305
To prevent freezing (windshield wiper de-icer)
*. . . . . . . . . . . . P. 417
Precautions against car wash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 460
Fuel filler door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 218
Refueling method. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 218
Fuel type/fuel tank capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 596
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 489
Tire size/inflation pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 601
Winter tires/tire chain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 305
Checking/rotation/tire pressure warning system
*. . . . . . . . P. 489
Coping with flat tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 564
Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 473
Opening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 473
Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 597
Coping with overheat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 586
Headlights/daytime running lights
*. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 201
Parking lights/daytime running lights
* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 201
Fog lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 210
Turn signal lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 199
Tail lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 201
Stop/tail lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 201
Hill-start assist control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 296
License plate lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 201
Back-up lights
Shifting the shift lever to R . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 195
Side marker lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 201
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Light bulbs of the exterior lights for driving
(Replacing method: P. 511, Watts: P. 602)
*: If equipped
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4-1. Before driving
■Drum-in-disc type parking brake system
Your vehicle has a drum-in-disc type parking brake system. This type of brake
system needs bedding-down of the brake shoes periodically or whenever the
parking brake shoes and/or drum are replaced. Have your Toyota dealer per-
form the bedding down operation.
■ Operating your vehicle in a foreign country
Comply with the relevant vehicle registration laws and confirm the availability
of the correct fuel. ( P. 603)
WARNING
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
■When starting the vehicle
Always keep your foot on the brake pedal while stopped with the “READY”
indicator is illuminated. This prevents the vehicle from creeping.
■ When driving the vehicle
●Do not drive if you are unfamiliar with the location of the brake and ac\
cel-
erator pedals to avoid depressing the wrong pedal.
• Accidentally depressing the accelerator pedal instead of the brake
pedal will result in sudden acceleration that may lead to an accident.
• When backing up, you may twist your body around, leading to a diffi- culty in operating the pedals. Make sure to operate the pedals properly.
• Make sure to keep a correct driving posture even when moving the
vehicle only slightly. This allows you to depress the brake and accelera-
tor pedals properly.
• Depress the brake pedal using your right foot. Depressing the brake
pedal using your left foot may delay response in an emergency, result-
ing in an accident.
● The driver should pay extra attention to pedestrians when the vehicle is
powered only by the electric motor (traction motor). As there is no engine
noise, the pedestrians may misjudge the vehicle’s movement. Even
though the vehicle is equipped with the vehicle proximity notification sys-
tem, drive with care as pedestrians in the vicinity may still not notice the
vehicle if the surrounding area is noisy.
● Do not drive the vehicle over or stop the vehicle near flammable materials.
The exhaust system and exhaust gases can be extremely hot. These hot
parts may cause a fire if there is any flammable material nearby.

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4-4. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank cap
●Close all the doors and windows, and turn the power switch off.
● Confirm the type of fuel.
■Fuel types
P. 603
■ Fuel tank opening for unleaded gasoline
To help prevent incorrect fueling, your vehicle has a fuel tank opening that
only accommodates the special nozzle on unleaded fuel pumps.
Perform the following steps to open the fuel tank cap:
Before refueling the vehicle

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8-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the hybrid system will not star t
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
●The electronic key may not be functioning properly. ( P. 579)
● There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank.
Refuel the vehicle. ( P. 79)
● There may be a malfunction in the immobilizer system. (P. 8 2 )
● There may be a malfunction in the steering lock system.
● The hybrid system may be malfunctioning due to an electrical prob-
lem such as electronic key battery depletion or a blown fuse. How-
ever, depending on the type of malfunction, an interim measure is
available to start the hybrid system. ( P. 577)
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
● The 12-volt battery may be discharged. ( P. 581)
● The 12-volt battery terminal con nections may be loose or corroded.
(  P. 484)
Reasons for the hybrid system not starting vary depending on
the situation. Check the follo wing and perform the appropriate
procedure:
The hybrid system will not start even though the correct starting
procedure is being followed. ( P. 188)
The interior lights and headlights are dim, or the horn does not
sound or sounds at a low volume.

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9-1. Specifications
■Engine number
The engine number is stamped
on the engine block as shown.
Engine
Model2.5 L 4-cylinder (2AR-FXE)
Ty p e4-cylinder in line, 4-cycle, gasoline
Bore and stroke3.54  3.86 in. (90.0  98.0 mm)
Displacement152.2 cu.in. (2494 cm3)
Valve clearanceAutomatic adjustmentDrive belt tension
Fuel
Fuel typeUnleaded gasoline only
Octane Rating87 (Research Octane Number 91) or higher
Fuel tank capacity
(Reference)14.8 gal. (56 L, 12.3 Imp.gal.)
Electric motor (traction motor)
FrontRear
Ty p ePermanent magnet synchronous motor
Maximum output105 kW50 kW
Maximum torque199 ft•lbf
(270 N•m, 27.5 kgf•m)103 ft•lbf
(139 N•m, 14.2 kgf•m)

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6059-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
■Non-recommendation of the use of gasoline containing MMT
Some gasoline contains an octane enhancing additive called MMT (Methylcy-
clopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl).
Toyota does not recommend the use of gasoline that contains MMT. If fuel
containing MMT is used, your emission control system may be adversely
affected.
The malfunction indicator lamp on the instrument cluster may come on. If this
happens, contact your Toyota dealer for service.
■ If your engine knocks
●Consult your Toyota dealer.
● You may occasionally notice light knocking for a short time while accelerat-
ing or driving uphill. This is normal and there is no need for concern.
NOTICE
■ Notice on fuel quality
●Do not use improper fuels. If improper fuels are used, the engine will be
damaged.
● Do not use leaded gasoline.
Leaded gasoline can cause damage to your vehicle’s three-way catalytic
converters causing the emission control system to malfunction.
● Do not use gasohol other than the type previously stated.
Other gasohol may cause fuel system damage or vehicle performance
problems.
● Using unleaded gasoline with an octane number or rating lower than the
level previously stated will cause persistent heavy knocking.
At worst, this will lead to engine damage.
■ Fuel-related poor driveability
If poor driveability (poor hot starting, vaporization, engine knocking, etc.) is
encountered after using a different type of fuel, discontinue the use of that
type of fuel.
■ When refueling with gasohol
Take care not to spill gasohol. It can damage your vehicle’s paint.

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Fuel ........................................... 596Capacity ................................ 596
Fuel gauge .............................. 90
Information ............................ 603
Refueling............................... 218
Type ...................................... 596
Warning light ......................... 537
Fuel consumption
information .............................. 98
Fuel filler door.......................... 218 Refueling............................... 218
Fuses ........................................ 508
Gas station information .......... 660
Gauges ....................................... 90
Glove box ................................. 428
Grocery bag hooks .................. 431
Hands-free system (for cellular phone)................ 373
HD Radio
® system*
Head restraints ........................ 141
Headlights ................................ 201
Automatic High Beam ........... 205
Light switch ........................... 201
Replacing light bulbs............. 512
Wattage ................................ 602
Heaters
Automatic air conditioning system ......... ....................... 414
Heated steering wheel .......... 423
Seat heaters ......................... 423
Outside rear view mirrors...... 417
High mounted stoplight
Replacing .............................. 522
Hill-start assist control............ 296
Hood ......................................... 473 Hooks
Cargo hooks ......................... 431
Coat hooks ........................... 443
Grocery bag hooks ............... 431
Retaining hooks
(floor mat) ............................. 24
Horn .......................................... 144
Hybrid battery (traction battery) Location .................................. 77
Specification ......................... 597
Hybrid battery (traction
battery) air vents ..................... 78
Hybrid system............................ 73 Emergency shut off
system .......... ..................... ... 78
Energy monitor/ consumption screen ............. 98
EV drive mode ...................... 193
High voltage components ....... 77
Hybrid System Indicator ......... 92
Hybrid system precautions........................... 77
Hybrid vehicle driving
tips...................................... 302
If the hybrid system will not start .................................... 576
Overheating .......................... 586
Power (ignition) switch.......... 188
Regenerative braking ............. 75
Starting the hybrid system .... 188
Vehicle proximity notification
system .......... ..................... ... 74
Hybrid System Indicator ........... 92
Hybrid transmission................ 195
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ..................... 578
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Parking assist sensors (intuitive parking assist) ....... 268
Parking brake ........................... 200 Operation .............................. 200
Parking brake engaged warning buzzer ................... 535
Warning message ................. 549
Parking lights ........................... 201
Light switch ........................... 201
Replacing light bulbs..... 514, 522
Wattage ................................ 602
PCS (Pre-Collision System) Enabling/disabling the system ......... ....................... 232
Function ................................ 228
Warning light ......................... 536
Warning message ................. 552
Personal lights ......................... 424 Switch ................................... 425
Wattage ................................ 602
Power back door opener and closer .............................. 113
Power control unit coolant ..... 480
Capacity ................................ 598
Checking ............................... 480
Preparing and checking before winter....................... 305
Power outlet ............................. 442
Power steering (Electric Power Steering system) ....... 296
Warning light ......................... 536
Power switch............................ 188
Power windows........................ 151 Catch protection function ...... 152
Jam protection function......... 152
Operation .............................. 151
Window lock switch............... 151 Pre-Collision System (PCS)
Enabling/disabling the
system .......... ...................... 232
Function ................................ 228
Warning light......................... 536
Warning message................. 552
Radar cruise control (dynamic radar cruise control) ............. 252
Radiator .................................... 481
Radio ........................................ 337
Radio Broadcast Data System (RBDS)
*
Rear seat .................................. 136
Folding down the rear seatbacks ........................... 137
Rear side marker lights........... 201 Light switch ........................... 201
Replacing light bulbs ............ 518
Wattage ................................ 602
Rear turn signal lights ............ 199 Replacing light bulbs ............ 518
Turn signal lever ................... 199
Wattage ................................ 602
Rear view mirror Inside rear view mirror .......... 146
Outside rear view mirrors ..... 148
Rear view monitor system ...... 276
Rear window defogger ............ 417
Rear window wiper .................. 215
Refueling .................................. 218 Capacity................................ 596
Fuel types ............................. 596
Opening the fuel tank cap..... 220
Regenerative braking ................ 75
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*: Refer to “NAVIGATION AND MULT IMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.