2018 TOYOTA RAV4 HYBRID service indicator

811-2. Hybrid system
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For safety and security
■If a warning light comes on, a warn ing message is displayed, or the 12-
volt battery is disconnected
The hybrid system may not start. In this case, try to start the system again. If
the “READY” indicator does not come on, contact your Toyota dealer.
■ Running out of fuel
When the vehicle has run out of fuel and the hybrid system cannot be started,
refuel the vehicle with at least enough gasoline to make the low fuel le\
vel
warning light ( →P. 552) go off. If there is only a small amount of fuel, the
hybrid system may not be able to start. (The standard amount of fuel is about
2.7 gal. [10.1 L, 2.2 Imp.gal.], when the vehicle is on a level surface. This
value may vary when the vehicle is on a slope. Add extra fuel when the vehi-
cle is inclined.)
■ Electromagnetic waves
●High voltage parts and cables on hybrid vehicles incorporate electromag-
netic shielding, and therefore emit approximately the same amount of elec-
tromagnetic waves as conventional gasoline powered vehicles or home
electronic appliances.
● Your vehicle may cause sound interference in some third party-produced
radio parts.
■ Hybrid battery (traction battery)
The hybrid battery (traction battery) has a limited service life. The lifespan of
the hybrid battery (traction battery) can change in accordance with driving
style and driving conditions.
WARNING
■High voltage precautions
This vehicle has high voltage DC and AC systems as well as a 12-volt sys-
tem. DC and AC high voltage is very dangerous and can cause severe
burns and electric shock that may result in death or serious injury.
● Never touch, disassemble, remove or replace the high voltage parts,
cables or their connectors.
● The hybrid system will become hot after starting as the system uses high
voltage. Be careful of both the high voltage and the high temperature, and
always obey the warning labels attached to the vehicle.
●Never try to open the service plug
access hole located under the rear seat.
The service plug is used only when the
vehicle is serviced and is subject to high
voltage.

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7-2. Maintenance
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs
The OBD system determin es that a problem exists somewhere in the
emission control system. Your vehi cle may not pass the I/M test and
may need to be repaired. Contact your Toyota dealer to service the
vehicle.
● When the 12-volt battery is disconnected or discharged
Readiness codes that are set duri ng ordinary driving are erased.
Also, depending on your driving habits, the readiness codes may
not be completely set.
● When the fuel tank cap is loose
The malfunction indicator lamp comes on indicating a temporary
malfunction and your vehicle may not pass the I/M test.
The error code in the OBD system will not be cleared unless the vehi-
cle is driven 40 or more times.
Contact your Toyota dealer to prepare the vehicle for re-testing.
Some states have vehicle emission inspection programs which
include OBD (On Board Diagnos tics) checks. The OBD system
monitors the operation of the emission control system.
If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on
Your vehicle may not pass the I/M test in the following situations:
When the malfunction indicator la mp still remains on after sev-
eral driving trips
If your vehicle does not pass the I/M test

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6219-1. 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.

674Alphabetical index
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ReplacingElectronic key battery ........... 522
Fuses .................................... 524
Light bulbs ............................ 527
Tires ...................................... 581
Wireless remote control
battery ................................ 522
Reporting safety defects
for U.S. owners ...................... 648
Resetting the maintenance required reminder light ......... 481
Road accident cautions ............ 82
Seat belt reminder light........... 553
Seat belts.................................... 30 Adjusting the seat belt ............ 33
Automatic Locking
Retractor............................... 34
Child restra int system
installation ............................ 63
Cleaning and maintaining the seat belt ........................ 478
Emergency Locking Retractor............................... 34
How to wear your seat belt ..... 30
How your child should wear the seat belt ................. 34
Pregnant women, proper seat belt use ......................... 35
Reminder light and buzzer .... 553
Seat belt extender................... 34
Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners ............... 649
Seat belt pretensioners ........... 33
SRS warning light ................. 551
Seat heaters ............................. 438
Seat position memory ............. 150
Seating capacity ...................... 184 Seats ................................. 145, 147
Adjustment............................ 145
Adjustment precautions ........ 146
Child seats/child restraint system installation ................ 63
Cleaning ............................... 477
Driving position memory ....... 150
Folding down the rear seatbacks ........................... 148
Head restraint ....................... 152
Properly sitting in the seat ...... 28
Seat heaters ......................... 438
Seat position memory ........... 150
Sensor
Automatic headlight system .......... ...................... 219
Inside rear view mirror .......... 158
Intuitive parking assist .......... 284
LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control) .......... 259
Radar sensor ........................ 239
Rain-sensing windshield wipers ................................. 229
Touchless sensor ................. 121
Service reminder indicators ..... 88
Shift lever Hybrid transmission .............. 208
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P ..................... 212
Shift lock system ..................... 211
Shopping bag hooks ............... 447
Side airbags ............................... 38
Side marker lights ................... 216
Light switch ........................... 216
Replacing light bulbs .... 531, 534
Wattage ................................ 618
Side mirrors ............................. 159 Adjusting and folding ............ 159
Blind Spot Monitor ................ 302
Heaters ................................. 433
Side turn signal lights ............. 214 Replacing light bulbs ............ 538
Turn signal lever ................... 214
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