2021 TOYOTA RAV4 PHEV warning

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2-1. Plug-in hybrid system
Plug-in hybrid system
WARNING
■Hybrid battery ( traction battery)
●Your vehicle contains a sealed lith-
ium-ion battery.
●Never resell, hand over or modify
the hybrid battery . To prevent acci- dents, hybrid batteries that have
been removed from a disposed
vehicle are collected through any
authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer. Do not dispose of the bat -
tery yourself. Unless the battery is properly collected, the following
may occur, resulting in death or
serious injury:
• The hybrid battery may be illegally
disposed of or dumped, and it is hazardous to the environment or
someone may touch a high voltage
part, resulting in an electric shock.
• The hybrid battery is intended to be
used exclusively with your hybrid vehicle. If the hybrid battery is used
outside of your vehicle or modified
in any way, accidents such as elec - tric shock, heat generation, smoke
generation, an ex plosion and elec-
trolyte leakage may occur. When reselling or handing over
your vehicle, the possibility of an
accident is extremely high because the person receiving the vehicle
may not be aware of these dangers.
●If your vehicle is disposed of with- out the hybrid bat tery having been
removed, there is a danger of seri -
ous electric shock if high voltage parts, cables and their connectors
are touched. In t he event that your
vehicle must be disposed of, the hybrid battery mus t be disposed of
by any authorized Toyota retailer or
Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer, or a qualified ser -
vice shop. If the hybrid battery is
not disposed of properly, it may cause electric shock that can result
in death or serious injury.
■Caution while driving
If the vehicle under floor area
receives strong shock or impact while driving, stop the vehicle in a safe area
and check around th e bottom of the
vehicle. If there is damage to the hybrid battery (traction battery) or liq -
uid leakage, it may lead to a vehicle
fire, etc. Do not touch the vehicle and immediately contac t any authorized
Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized
repairer, or any reliable repairer.
■Modifications
Do not modify the v ehicle to make the height lower.
It is easier for the hybrid battery (trac -
tion battery) in the under floor area to come in contact with the ground when
the vehicle is lowered. If the hybrid
battery (traction bat tery) is damaged, a vehicle fire may occur which could
lead to death or serious injury.

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2-1. Plug-in hybrid system
Plug-in hybrid system
stops the fuel pump to minimize the
risk of electrocuti on and fuel leak-
age.
If the emergency shut off system
activates, your vehicle will not
restart. To restart the hybrid sys -
tem, contact any authorized Toyota
retailer or Toyota authorized
repairer, or any reliable repairer.
A message is automatically dis -
played when a malfunction occurs
in the hybrid system or an improper
operation is attempted.
If a warning message is shown on
the multi-informat ion display, read
the message and follow the instruc -
tions.
■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 that
case, try to start the system again. If the “READY” indicator does not come on,
contact any authorized Toyota retailer or
Toyota authorized repairer, or any reli - able repairer.
Primarily using EV mode and
AUTO EV/HV mode when driving in
cities and using HV mode when
driving on highways (or freeways)
can help conserve fuel and electric -
ity. ( →P.86)
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 (heating/cool -
ing) will be minim ized, improving
fuel and electricity economy.
( →P.434)
Eco-friendly driving is possible by
keeping the Hybrid System Indica -
tor within Eco area. ( →P.177)
Hybrid warning message
Plug-in hybrid vehicle
driving tips
For economical and ecological
driving, pay attention to the
following points:
Using EV mode, AUTO
EV/HV mode and HV mode
effectively
Using Eco drive mode
Use of Hybrid System Indi -
cator

1082-2. Charging
AC charging cable
The function, correct operating
procedure, etc. of the AC
charging cable are explained.
WARNING
■When using the AC charging
cable and CCID (Charging Circuit
Interrupting Device)
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may cause an unex -
pected accident, resulting in death or serious injury.
●Do not attempt to disassemble or
repair the AC charging cable, charging connector, plug or CCID
(Charging Circuit Interrupting
Device). If a problem arises with the AC
charging cable or the CCID
(Charging Circuit Interrupting Device), stop charging immediately
and contact any authorized Toyota
retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
●Do not subject the AC charging cable, charging connector, plug or
CCID (Charging Circuit Interrupting
Device) to strong force or impact.
●Do not apply excessive force to the
AC charging cable by forcefully folding, twisting, pulling or dragging
the AC charging cable.
●Do not damage t he AC charging
cable with sharp objects.
●Do not fold the ch arging connector
or plug or insert foreign objects into
them.
●Do not put the ch arging connector
and plug into water.
●Do not bring the AC charging cable
to a high-temperature item such as a heating device.
●Do not apply a load to the AC charging cable and plug-cord (such
as wrapping the AC charging cable
around the CCID (C harging Circuit Interrupting Device) and the
charging connector).
●Do not use or leave the AC
charging cable in situations where a
load is applied to the socket and the plug (such as when the CCID
(Charging Circui t Interrupting
Device) is hanging in the air without contacting the ground).
●Mode 3 AC charging cable: Do not use outside the ra ted voltage (less
than 277 V) or rated current (less
than 20 A).
NOTICE
■Precautions when handling AC charging cable
Make sure to observe the following
precautions. Failure to observe these precautions may result in damage to
the AC charging cable and AC
charging inlet.
●Insert the charging connector
straight into the AC charging inlet.
●After inserting th e charging connec-
tor, do not apply excessive force to or twist the connec tor. Also, do not
lean on the connector or hang any
objects from it.
●Do not step on or trip over the AC
charging cable.
●Before removing the charging con -
nector, make sure that it is unlocked. ( →P.121)
●After removing the AC charging cable, promptly return it to its
proper location.
●After removing the charging con -
nector, securely install the AC
charging inlet cap.

1102-2. Charging
CCID (Charging Circuit Interrupting Device)
Power indicator ( →P.113)
Charging indicator ( →P.113)
Error warning indicator ( →P.113)
Mode 3 AC charging cable (if equipped)
Charging connector (vehicle side)
Identification label (on the charging connector)
Charging plug (charger side)
Identification label ( on the charging plug)
■AC charging cable types
The following charging modes are categorized according to the availability of a charging control device, which detects malfunctions such as ele ctrical leakages, and
its location (whether it is attach ed to the charger or AC charging cable). The type of
AC charging cable that can be us ed differs according to the charging mode
Charging modeOutline
Mode 1
A charging method which does not use charging control to
detect electrical leakages bet ween an external power source
and the vehicle. Does no t apply to this vehicle.
E
F
G
H
A
B
C
D

1122-2. Charging
This product must be grounded. In
case of malfunction or break down,
grounding provides a path of least
resistance for electric current to
reduce the risk of e lectric shock.
This product is equipped with a
grounding conductor and a ground -
ing plug. The gro unding plug must
be plugged into an appropriate
socket that is properly installed and
grounded in accordance with all
local codes and ordinances.
The CCID (Chargin g Circuit Inter-
rupting Device) has the following
safety features.
■Electrical leakage detection
function
If an electrical l eakage is detected
during charging, the power source
will be automatically interrupted,
thus preventing fires or electrical
shocks caused by electrical leak -
age.
If the power source i s interrupted, the
error warning indicator flashes.
If the power source is interrupted:
→ P.113
■Automatic check function
This is an automatic system check
that is run before charging begins
to check for problems in the opera -
tion of the electrical leakage detec -
tion function.
If a malfunction is found in the electrical
leakage detection function as a result of
the check, the error warning indicator
flashes to inform the user. ( →P.113)
■Temperature detection func-
tion
A temperature detection function is
equipped to the plug. While
charging, if heat is generated due
to looseness on the socket side
etc., this function suppresses heat
by controlling the charging current.
■Conditions for supplying cur -
rent to the vehicle
The CCID (Charging Circuit Inter -
rupting Device) is designed to pre-
vent electrical cu rrent from being
supplied to the ch arging connector
when it is not connected to the
vehicle, even if the plug is inserted
into the socket.
Grounding (Mode 2 AC
charging cable)
WARNING
■Grounding precautions
●Improper connection of the ground -
ing conductor increases the risk of electric shock.
Check with a qualified electrician or
serviceman if you are in doubt as to whether the product is properly
grounded.
●Do not modify t he grounding plug
provided with the product. If it does
not fit the socket, have a proper socket installed by a qualified elec -
trician.
Safety functions (Mode 2 AC
charging cable)

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2-2. Charging
Plug-in hybrid system
■Indicator operation
3 indicators are used to indicate the
following conditions.
Power indicator
Illuminates when electricity is flowing to
the CCID (Charging Cir cuit Interrupting
Device).
Charging indicator
Illuminates when charging is in prog -
ress.
Error warning indicator
Flashes when there is an electrical
leakage or when a malfunction occurs
in the CCID (Charging Circuit Interrupt-
ing Device).
■When a malfunction occurs during charging
The indicators on the CCID (Char ging Circuit Interrupting Device) use a
combination of different statu ses (not illuminated, illuminated or flashing) to
inform the user of internal malfunctions.
When the error warning indicato r is illuminated or flashing, temporarily remove the
plug from the socket and then re connect it to check if the error indicator turns off.
If the error warning indicator turns off, charging is now possible.
If it does not turn off, perform the correction procedure in the following chart.
CCID (Charging Circuit Inter-
rupting Device) indicators
(Mode 2 AC charging cable)
A
B
C
StatusPower indica -
tor
Error warning
indicatorCause/Correction procedure
Charging system
error
Not illuminated
Not illumi -
nated or illumi -
nated
An electrical leakage is
detected and charging is can -
celed, or there is a malfunction
in the AC charging cable.
→ Consult any authorized
Toyota retailer or Toyota
authorized repairer, or any
reliable repairer
IlluminatedFlashes

1142-2. Charging
*1: When this occurs, charging is carried out without a limited charging current.
*2: When this occurs, charging is carried out with a limited charging current.
Plug temperature
detection mal -
function
FlashesFlashes
There is a malfunction in the
plug temperature detection
part.*1
→ Consult any authorized
Toyota retailer or Toyota
authorized repairer, or any
reliable repairer
Plug temperature
increase detectionFlashesNot illuminated
An increase in the temperature
of the plug is de tected due to
an improper connection
between the socket and plug.*2
→ Check that the plug is
securely connected to the
socket
AC charging cable
life span noticeIlluminatedFlashes
The number of charges using
the AC charging cable is near -
ing the end of its usable life
span.
→ Consult any authorized
Toyota retailer or Toyota
authorized repairer, or any
reliable repairer
AC charging cable
life spanIlluminatedIlluminated
The number of charges using
the AC charging cable has
exceeded its usable number of
charges.
→ Consult any authorized
Toyota retailer or Toyota
authorized repairer, or any
reliable repairer
StatusPower indica -
tor
Error warning
indicatorCause/Correction procedure

1162-2. Charging
a malfunction.
6 Align the protrusion of the CCID
(Charging Circuit Interrupting
Device), with the groove of the
plug-cord, insert the plug-cord
into the CCID (Charging Circuit
Interrupting Devi ce), and then
turn the plug-cord connector nut
of the plug-cord to install it.
Make sure that there are no foreign
objects attached to the connection
before installing the plug-cord. Remove any foreign objects if they are attached.
Otherwise, water or other foreign mat -
ter may enter the CCID (Charging Cir - cuit Interrupting Devi ce), resulting in a
malfunction.
Turn the plug-cord connector nut of the plug-cord in the opposite direction of
removal until a click sound is heard and
the plug-cord is secured.
7 Install the plug-cord connector
cap and release key to the plug-
cord that has been removed.
Securely install the release key to the
plug-cord connector cap to prevent it from being lost. Als o, make sure that
the release key does not fall out of the
plug-cord connector cap accidentally.
Store the plug-cord in a safe, clean and
dry place.
WARNING
■When replacing the plug-cord (if
equipped)
Check the following points regularly.
Failure to do so may cause an unex -
pected accident, resulting in death or serious injury.
●Do not replace th e plug-cord with wet hands.
Also, do not replace in a place that
is rainy or wet.
●Do not replace the plug-cord when
the plug and/or charging connector are connected.
●Check whether there are any local EV-charging regulations in place,
and adhere to them.