2021 TOYOTA RAV4 PLUG-IN HYBRID light

5608-1. Essential information
8-1.Essential information
Press the switch.
All the turn signal lights will flash.
To turn them off, press the switch once
again.
■Emergency flashers
●If the emergency flashers are used for a long time while the hybrid system is
not operating (while the “READY” indi -
cator is not illumi nated), the 12-volt battery may discharge.
●If any of the SRS airbags deploy (inflate) or in the event of a strong rear
impact, the emergency flashers will
turn on automatically.
The emergency flashers will turn off automatically after operating for
approximately 20 m inutes. To manu-
ally turn the emerg ency flashers off, press the switch twice. (The emer -
gency flashers may not turn on auto -
matically depending on the force of the impact and co nditions of the colli-
sion.)
1 Steadily step on the brake pedal
with both feet and firmly depress
it.
Do not pump the brake pedal repeat -
edly as this will in crease the effort required to slow the vehicle.
2 Shift the shift lever to N.
If the shift lever is shifted to N
3 After slowing down, stop the
vehicle in a saf e place by the
road.
4 Stop the hybrid system.
If th e s hif t le ver ca nn o t b e s hif te d
to N
3 Keep depressing the brake
pedal with both feet to reduce
vehicle speed as much as possi -
ble.
Press and hold the power switch for 2
consecutive seconds or more, or press
Emergency flashers
The emergency flashers are
used to warn other drivers
when the vehicle has to be
stopped in the road due to a
breakdown, etc.
Operating instructions
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an emer-
gency
Only in an emergency, such as
if it becomes impossible to
stop the vehicle in the normal
way, stop the vehicle using the
following procedure:
Stopping the vehicle

5668-2. Steps to take in an emergency
5Securely attach cables or chains
to the towing eyelet.
Take care not to damage the vehicle
body.
6 Enter the vehicle being towed
and start the hybrid system.
Turn off the Parking Support Brake
function. (if equipped): →P.420
If the hybrid system d oes not start, turn
the power switch to ON.
7 Shift the shift lever to N and
release the parking brake.
Turn automatic mode off. ( →P.327)
When the shift lever cannot be shifted:
→ P.323
■While towing
If the hybrid system is not running, the
power assist for the brakes and steering will not function, making steering and
braking more difficult.
■Wheel nut wrench (if equipped)
Wheel nut wrench is installed in the deck under tray. ( →P.583, 594)
Fluid leaks under the vehicle
(Water dripping from the air con -
ditioning after use is normal.)
 Flat-looking tires or uneven tire
wear
 High coolant temperature warn-
ing light flashes or come on
 Changes in exhaust sound
 Excessive tire squeal when cor-
nering
 Strange noises related to the
suspension system
 Pinging or other noises related to
the hybrid system
 Engine missing, stumbling or
running roughly
 Appreciable loss of power
If you think something is
wrong
If you notice any of the follow -
ing symptoms, your vehicle
probably needs adjustment or
repair. Contact any authorized
Toyota retailer or Toyota
authorized repairer, or any reli -
able repairer as soon as possi -
ble.
Visible symptoms
Audible symptoms
Operational symptoms

5688-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■Brake system warning light (warning buzzer)
■Brake system warning light
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer sounds
Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights
comes on or flashes. If a light c omes on or flashes, but then goes
off, this does not necessarily i ndicate a malfunction in the system.
However, if this continues to occur, have the vehicle inspected by
any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, o r any
reliable repairer.
Actions to the warning lights or warning buzzers
Warning lightDetails/Actions
(Red)
Indicates that:
 The brake fluid level is low; or
 The brake system is malfunctioning
→ Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place
and contact any authorized Toyota retailer or
Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer. Continuing to drive the vehicle may
be dangerous.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
(Yellow)
Indicates a ma lfunction in:
 The parking brake system;
 The regenerative braking system; or
 The electronically controlled brake system
→ Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized
Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer,
or any reliable re pairer immediately.

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8-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
■Charging system warning light*
*: This light illuminates on the multi-information display.
■High coolant temperature warning light* (warning buzzer)
*: This light illuminates on the multi-information display with a message.
■Hybrid system overheat warning light* (warning buzzer)
*: This light illuminates on the multi-information display with a message.
■Low engine oil pressure warning light* (warning buzzer)
*: This light illuminates on the multi-information display with a message.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging sys-
tem
→ Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place
and contact any authorized Toyota retailer or
Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
Indicates that the engine is overheating
→ Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place.
Handling method ( →P.611)
Warning lightDetails/Actions
Indicates that the hybrid system has overheated
→ Stop the vehicle in a safe place.
Handling method ( →P.611)
Warning lightDetails/Actions
Indicates that the engine oil pressure is too low
→ Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place
and contact any authorized Toyota retailer or
Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer.

5708-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■Malfunction indicator lamp*
*: This light illuminates on the multi-information display.
■SRS warning light
■ABS warning light
■Electric power steering system warning light* (warning buzzer)
*: This light illuminates on the multi-information display.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
Indicates a malfunction in:
 The hybrid system;
 The electronic engine control system;
 The electronic throttle control system; or
 The emission control system (if equipped)
→ Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized
Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer,
or any reliable re pairer immediately.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
Indicates a malfunction in:
 The SRS airbag system; or
 The seat belt pretensioner system
→ Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized
Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer,
or any reliable re pairer immediately.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
Indicates a malfunction in:
 The ABS; or
 The brake assist system
→ Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized
Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer,
or any reliable re pairer immediately.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
(Red/yellow)
Indicates a malfunction in the EPS (Electric Power
Steering) system
→ Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized
Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer,
or any reliable re pairer immediately.

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8-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
■PCS warning light (warning buzzer)
■LTA indicator* (warning buzzer)
*: This light illuminates on the multi-information display.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
(Flashes or illuminates)
(If equipped)
When a buzzer sounds simultaneously:
Indicates a malfunction has occurred in the PCS
(Pre-Collision System).
→ Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized
Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer,
or any reliable re pairer immediately.
When a buzzer does not sound:
The PCS (Pre-Collision S ystem) has become tempo-
rarily unavailable, corrective action may be neces -
sary.
→ Follow the instructions displayed on the multi-
information display. ( →P.353, 581)
If the PCS (Pre-Collision System) or VSC (Vehicle
Stability Control) system is disabled, the PCS warn-
ing light will illuminate.
→ P.361
Warning lightDetails/Actions
(Orange) (If equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the LTA (Lane Tracing
Assist)
→ Follow the instructions displayed on the multi-
information display. ( →P.371)

5728-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■Toyota parking assist-sensor OFF indicator* (warning buzzer)
*: This light illuminates on the multi-information display.
■PKSB OFF indicator*
*: This light illuminates on the multi-information display.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
(If equipped)
When a buzzer sounds:
Indicates a ma lfunction in the Toyota parking assist-
sensor function
→ Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized
Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer,
or any reliable re pairer immediately.
When a buzzer does not sound:
Indicates that the system is temporarily unavailable,
possibly due to a sensor being dirty or covered with
ice, etc.
→ Follow the instructions displayed on the multi-
information display. ( →P.416, 578)
Warning lightDetails/Actions
(If equipped)
If “Parking Support Brake Malfunction Visit Your
Dealer” is displayed on the multi-information display:
Indicates a malfun ction in the PKSB (Parking Support
Brake) system
→ Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized
Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer,
or any reliable re pairer immediately.
If “Parking Assist Unavaila ble” is displayed on the
multi-information display:
Indicates that the system is temporarily unavailable,
possibly due to a sensor being dirty or covered with
ice, etc.
→ Follow the instructions displayed on the multi-
information display. ( →P.424, 578)

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8-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
■BSM OFF indicator* (warning buzzer)
*: This light illuminates on the multi-information display.
■RCTA OFF indicator* (warning buzzer)
*: This light illuminates on the multi-information display.
■Slip indicator light
Warning lightDetails/Actions
Indicates a ma lfunction in the BSM (Blind Spot Moni-
tor) function
→ Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized
Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer,
or any reliable re pairer immediately.
Indicates that the rear bum per around the radar sen-
sor is covered with dirt, etc. ( →P.408)
→ Follow the instructions displayed on the multi-
information display. ( →P.394, 578)
Warning lightDetails/Actions
(If equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the RCTA (Rear Crossing
Traffic Alert) function
→ Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized
Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer,
or any reliable re pairer immediately.
Indicates that the rear bum per around the radar sen-
sor is covered with dirt, etc. ( →P.408)
→ Follow the instructions displayed on the multi-
information display. ( →P.394, 578)
Warning lightDetails/Actions
Indicates a malfunction in:
 The VSC/Trailer Sway Control system;
 The TRC system;
 The Trail Mode function; or
 The hill-start assist control system
→ Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized
Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer,
or any reliable re pairer immediately.