2021 TOYOTA RAV4 PLUG-IN HYBRID power steering fluid

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5-6. Driving tips
Driving
5-6.Driving tips
 Use fluids that are appropriate to
the prevailing outside tempera-
tures.
• Engine oil
• Engine coolant
• Power control unit coolant
• Washer fluid
 Have a service technician
inspect the condition of the 12-
volt battery.
 Have the vehicle fitted with four
snow tires or purchase a set of
tire chains for the front tires.
Ensure that all tires are the same size
and brand, and that chains match the
size of the tires.*
*: Tire chains cannot be mounted on
vehicles with 235/55R19 tires.
Winter driving tips
Carry out the necessary prepa -
rations and inspections before
driving the vehicle in winter.
Always drive the vehicle in a
manner appropriate to the pre -
vailing weather conditions.
Pre-winter preparations
WARNING
■Driving with snow tires
Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of accidents.
Failure to do so may result in a loss of
vehicle control and cause death or serious injury.
●Use tires of the specified size.
●Maintain the recommended level of air pressure.
●Do not drive at speeds in excess of the speed limit or the speed limit
specified for the snow tires being
used.
●Use snow tires on all, not just some
wheels.
■Driving with tire chains (except
235/55R19 tires)
Observe the following precautions to
reduce the risk of accidents.
Failure to do so may result in the vehi - cle being unable to be driven safely,
and may cause death or serious
injury.
●Do not drive in excess of the speed
limit specified for the tire chains being used, or 50 km/h (30 mph),
whichever is lower.
●Avoid driving on bumpy road sur -
faces or over potholes.
●Avoid sudden acceleration, abrupt
steering, sudden br aking and shift-
ing operations that cause sudden engine braking.
●Slow down sufficiently before enter - ing a curve to ensure that vehicle
control is maintained.
●Do not use LTA (Lane Tracing
Assist) system (if equipped).
NOTICE
■Repairing or replacing snow tires
Request repairs or replacement of snow tires from any authorized
Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized
repairer, or any reliable repairer or legitimate tire retailers.
This is because the removal and
attachment of snow tires affects the operation of the tire pressure warning
valves and transmitters.

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

653Alphabetical Index
If a warning light turns on ........... 568
If a warning message is displayed
................................................. 578
If the 12-volt batt ery is discharged
................................................. 606
If the electronic key does not operate
properly .................................... 604
If the fuel filler door cannot be
opened..................................... 603
If the hybrid system will not start 601
If the vehicle is trapped in rising
water ........................................ 561
If you have a flat tire........... 582, 593
If you lose your keys .................. 603
If you think something is wrong.. 566
If your vehicle becomes stuck .... 615
If your vehicle has to be stopped in
an emergency .......................... 560
If your vehicle needs to be towed
................................................. 563
If your vehicle overheats ............ 611
Emergency brake signal .............. 439
Emergency flashers ..................... 560
Emergency tire puncture repair kit
..................................................... 582
Energy monitor ............................. 195
Engine
Compartment ............................. 501
Exhaust gas precautions.............. 47
Hood .......................................... 498
How to start the hybrid system... 317
Identification number.................. 619
If the hybrid system will not start 601
If your vehicle has to be stopped in
an emergency .......................... 560
Overheating ............................... 611
Power switch .............................. 317
Engine coolant
Capacity ................ ..................... 622
Checking .................................... 503
High coolant temperature warning
light .......................................... 569
Preparing and ch ecking before win-
ter ............................................. 445
Warning light ..............................569
Engine coolant temperature gauge
..................................................... 174
Engine oil
Capacity .....................................621
Checking .................................... 501
Preparing and ch ecking before win-
ter ............................................. 445
Warning light ..............................569
EPS (Electric Power Steering)
Function .....................................438
Warning light ..............................570
EV/HV mode selection switch........ 86
EV driving range ...........................102
EV mode .......................................... 85
Exhaust gas precautions ............... 47
Extended Headlight Lighting system
..................................................... 333
F
Flat tire ...................................582, 593
Tire pressure war ning system ....511
Floor mats ....................................... 32
Fluid
Brake .......................................... 624
Hybrid transmission.................... 623
Rear differential ..........................624
Washer ....................................... 505
Fog lights
Replacing light bulbs ..................548
Switch.........................................337
Wattage ......................................626
Footwell lights............................... 465
Front fog lights
Replacing light bulbs ..................548
Switch.........................................337
Wattage ......................................626
Front passenger’s seat belt reminder

662Alphabetical Index
Utility vehicle precau tions ........... 448
V
Vanity lights
Vanity lights................................ 476
Wattage...................................... 626
Vanity mirrors ............................... 476
Vehicle data recordings ................... 7
Vehicle identification number ..... 618
Vehicle Stability C ontrol (VSC) ... 438
Ventilators (seat ve ntilators) ....... 462
VSC (Vehicle Stabi lity Control) ... 438
W
Warning buzzers
Approach warning ...................... 383
Brake hold .................................. 574
Brake Override System .............. 574
Brake system .......... ................... 568
BSM OFF indicator .................... 573
Charging system ........................ 569
Downshifting ...................... 323, 325
Drive-Start Control ..................... 574
Electric power steering............... 570
High coolant tempera ture........... 569
Hybrid system overh eat ............. 569
Low engine oil pressure ............. 569
LTA (Lane Tracing Assist) . 362, 571
Open door .................................. 208
Open hood ................................. 208
Open window ............................. 292
PKSB OFF indicator... ................ 572
Pre-collision warning .......... 355, 571
Radar cruise control ................... 383
RCTA (Rear Crossi ng Traffic Alert)
................................................. 393
RCTA OFF indicator .................. 573
RSA (Road Sign Assist) ............. 372
Seat belt reminder.. ............ 575, 576
Shift position ...................... 324, 325
Toyota parking assist ................. 414
Toyota parking a ssist-sensor OFF
indicator ...................................572
Vehicle sway warning................. 366
Warning lights
ABS ............................................570
Brake hold operate d indicator .... 574
Brake Override System .............. 574
Brake system ........... ..................568
BSM OFF indicator.....................573
Charging system ...... ..................569
Driver’s seat belt reminder light.. 575
Drive-Start Control .....................574
Electric power steering ...............570
Engine ........................................570
Front passenger’s seat belt reminder
light .......................................... 575
High coolant temperature ........... 569
Hybrid system overh eat .............569
Low engine oil pressure ............. 569
Low fuel level .............................575
LTA indicator ..............................571
Malfunction indicator lamp .........570
Parking brake indicator .............. 574
PCS warning light.......................571
PKSB OFF indicator . .................. 572
PKSB............ .............................. 572
RCTA OFF indicator................... 573
Rear passengers’ seat belt reminder
lights.........................................576
Seat belt reminder light ...... 575, 576
Slip indicator............................... 573
SRS ............................................570
Tire pressure ..............................575
Toyota parking a ssist-sensor OFF
indicator ...................................572
Warning messages .......................578
Washer
Checking .................................... 505
Low washer fluid warning message
.........................................505, 578