2021 TOYOTA RAV4 PRIME Owners Manual (in English)

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172. Charging operation
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Charging operation
Remove the charging connec-
tor cap and secure it to the
cable.
Insert the charging connector
into the AC charging inlet.
Align the guide position on the bot-
tom of the charging connector, and
push the charging connector
straight into the AC charging inlet
as far as possible.
Once a click sound is heard, check
that the charging connector is
securely locked.
When the charging connector is inserted straight as far as possible, it will
automatically lock.
Confirm that the charging indi-
cator of the charging port is illu-
minated.
Charging will not start if the
charging indicator does not illumi-
nate when the charging connector
is inserted.
If the charging indicator is flashing,
the charging schedule is regis-
tered.
If the error warning indicator on the CCID (Charging Circuit In terrupting
Device) flashes during charging, refer to “OWNER’S MANUAL” and follow
the correction procedure.
The charging indicator will turn off when charging is completed .
The charging indicator will also turn off when charging is interrupted. In this
case, refer to “OWNER’S MANUAL”.
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2. Charging operation
■During charging
●The charging starting time may differ depending on the state of the vehicle,
but this does not indicate a malfunction.
● Cooling fan sounds may be heard from near the rear seat.
● During charging, sounds may be heard from near the hybrid batte ry (traction
battery) in accordance with the operation of the air conditioni ng system or
“Battery Cooler”.
● During and after charging, the rear seat and its surrounding ar ea in which
the onboard traction battery charger is installed may get warm.
● The surface of the CCID (Charging Circuit Interrupting Device) may become
hot, but this does not indicate a malfunction.
● Depending on radio wave conditions, interference may be heard o n the
radio.
● The current charging condition and the estimated time until cha rging will
complete can be checked on the multi-information display.
■ Safety function
If the latch release button is pressed, charging will not begin even if the AC
charging cable is connected.
Also, charging will be stopped if the latch release button is pressed and held
for several seconds during charging. When restarting charging, reinsert the
charging connector after pulling it out, and check that the charging indicator
of the charging port illuminates.

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192. Charging operation
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Charging operation
Unlock the doors to unlock the charging connector.
The charging connector will be unlocked and the AC charging inlet light will
illuminate when the doors are unlocked.
Pull the charging connector
towards you while pressing the
latch release button.
If the latch release button is
pressed during charging (while the
charging indicator is illuminated),
charging will be interrupted.
Attach the charging connector cap.
Attach the AC charging inlet ca p and close the charging port lid.
Remove the plug from the outlet when the charging equipment will
not be used for a prolonged period of time.
Hold the body of the plug when removing.
Make sure to put the cable away immediately after disconnecting .
When leaving the plug inserted, inspect the plug and connector once a
month to check if dirt or dust has accumulated.
After charging
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WARNING
■ AC charging inlet
Do not disassemble, repair or modify the AC charging inlet. Doi ng so may
lead to unforeseen accidents or serious injury. When the AC cha rging inlet
needs to be repaired, consult your Toyota dealer.
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2. Charging operation
WARNING
■When charging
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may cause an unexpected accident, resulting in death or
serious injury.
● Connect to a power source suitable for charging.
● Check that the AC charging cable, plug and outlet are free of f oreign mat-
ter.
● Before charging, check that the AC charging inlet is not deform ed, dam-
aged or corroded, and check that the inlet is free of foreign matter such as
dirt, snow and ice.
If there is dirt or dust in these areas, remove completely befo re inserting
the charging connector.
● Do not get the terminals of the AC charging inlet wet.
● Only use outlets where the plug can be securely inserted.
● Do not bundle or wind the AC charging cable while charging, as doing so
may result in overheating.
● Do not touch the terminals of the charging connector and AC cha rging
inlet with a sharp metal objects (needles etc.) or hands, or sh ort them with
foreign objects.
● When charging outdoors, make sure to connect to a weatherproof outlet
for outdoor use. Ensure the weatherproof outlet cover closes co mpletely. If
the weatherproof outlet cover cannot be closed, install a weath erproof out-
let cover that will close.
● In order to stop charging at the charging station, follow the instructions of
the charger.
● If any heat, smoke, odors, noise or other abnormalities are noticed during
charging, stop charging immediately.
● Do not insert the plug if the outlet is submerged in water or s now.
● When charging while it is raining or snowing, do not connect or disconnect
the plug if your hands are wet. Also, do not get the plug or outlet wet.
● Do not charge the vehicle during a lightning storm.
● Prevent the AC charging cable from being caught in the door or back door.
● Do not let the wheels on the AC charging cable, plug, charging connector
and CCID (Charging Circuit Interrupting Device).
● Firmly insert the plug into the outlet.
● Do not use an extension cord and converting adaptor.

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Charging operation
WARNING
■When charging
● Close the hood before using the charging system. The cooling fa n may
start operating suddenly. Touching or getting close to rotating parts such
as the fan may cause your hands or clothes (especially a neckti e or scarf)
to become caught and result in a serious injury.
● If the power indicator on the CCID (Charging Circuit Interrupti ng Device)
does not illuminate after plugging the AC charging cable into the socket-
outlet, unplug it immediately.
■ After charging
Remove the plug if it will not be used for a long time.
Dirt and dust may accumulate plug or outlet, which could cause a malfunc-
tion or fire, possibly leading to death or serious injury.
■ Onboard traction battery charger
The onboard traction battery charger is located under the rear seats. Make
sure to observe the following precautions regarding the onboard traction
battery charger. Failure to observe these precautions may resul t in death or
serious injury such as burns and electric shocks.
● The onboard traction battery charger is hot during charging. Do not touch
the onboard traction battery charger, as doing so may result in burns.
● Do not disassemble, repair or modify the onboard traction batte ry charger.
When the onboard traction battery charger needs to be repaired, consult
your Toyota dealer.

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2. Charging operation
NOTICE
■When using the AC chargi ng cable and related parts
To prevent damage to the AC charging cable and related parts, o bserve the
following precautions.
● When interrupting or canceling charging, remove the charging co nnector
before removing the plug.
● When removing the AC charging cable, check that the charging co nnector
is unlocked.
● Do not forcefully pull the charging connector cap and AC charging inlet
cap.
● Do not apply a vibration to the charging connector while chargi ng.
Charging may be stopped.
● Do not insert anything but the charging connector into the AC charging
inlet.
● When inserting the plug into or removing the plug from the outlet, make
sure to hold the body of the plug.
● Do not damage the AC charging inlet cap with a sharp object.
● Do not forcefully pull the AC charging cable that is caught or entangled.
If the cable is entangled, disentangle it before using.
■ When charging
Do not insert the plug into the AC charging inlet.
The AC charging inlet may be damaged.
■ After charging
● Store the AC charging cable out of reach from infants and child ren.
● After disconnecting the charging connector from the AC charging inlet,
make sure to put on the AC charging inlet cap and close the cha rging port
lid.
If the AC charging inlet cap is not put on, water or foreign objects may
enter the AC charging inlet, which could lead to vehicle damage .
● After removing the plug from the outlet, keep it in a safe plac e free from
moisture and dust.
The AC charging cable or plug may be damaged if the cable is stepped on
or ridden over by the vehicle.

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Charging operation
NOTICE
■Using private power generator
Do not use private power generators as a power source for charg ing.
Doing so may make charging unstable, the voltage may be insuffi cient, and
the error warning indicator on the CCID (Charging Circuit Inter rupting
Device) of the AC charging cable may flash.
■ Charging station
Due to the environment in which the power equipment is located, charging
may be unstable due to noise, the voltage may be insufficient, and the error
warning indicator on the CCID (Charging Circuit Interrupting De vice) of the
AC charging cable may flash.

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2. Charging operation
Using the charging schedule function
Charging can be carried out at the desired time by registering the
charging schedule.
When registering the charging schedule, the following settings can be
changed.
● Select the charging mode (“Start”/“Departure”)
● Repeated setting
● Air conditioning-linked setting (“Climate Prep”)
● Turning “Charge Now” on and off
● Changing “Next Event”
For details of each settings, refer to “OWNER’S MANUAL”.
The charging schedule can be registered on the multi-informatio n dis-
play or audio system screen (vehicles wit h Premium Audio).
When operating timer settings, use the meter cont rol switches.
Meter control switches
Multi-information display
Charging schedule function
Setting operations on multi-information display
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