2021 TOYOTA RAV4 PRIME trailer

3835-5. Using the driving support systems
5
Driving
edly, when the hybrid system is
started or just after the vehicle
begins to move. This sound does
not indicate that a malfunction has
occurred in any of these systems.
●Any of the following conditions
may occur when the above sys-
tems are operating. None of these
indicates that a malfunction has
occurred.
• Vibrations may be felt through the
vehicle body and steering.
• A motor sound may be heard also after the vehicle comes to a stop.
■ECB operating sound
ECB operating sound may be heard
in the following cases, but it does
not indicate that a malfunction has
occurred.
●Operating sound heard from the
engine compartment when the
brake pedal is operated.
●Motor sound of the brake system
heard from the front part of the
vehicle when the driver’ door is
opened.
●Operating sound heard from the
engine compartment when one or
two minutes passed after the stop
of the hybrid system.
■Active Cornering Assist opera-
tion sounds and vibrations
When the Active Cornering Assist is
operated, operation sounds and
vibrations may b e generated from
the brake system, but this is not a
malfunction.
■EPS operation sound
When the steering wheel is oper-
ated, a motor sou nd (whirring
sound) may be heard. This does not
indicate a malfunction.
■Automatic reactivation of
TRAC, Trailer Sway Control and
VSC systems
After turning the TRAC, Trailer
Sway Control and VSC systems off,
the systems will be automatically re-
enabled in the following situations:
●When the power switch is turned
off.
●If only the TRAC sy stem is turned
off, the TRAC will turn on when
vehicle speed increases.
If both the TRAC and VSC sys-
tems are turned of f, automatic re-
enabling will not occur when vehi-
cle speed increases.
■Operating conditions of Active
Cornering Assist
The system operates when the fol-
lowing occurs.
●TRAC/VSC can operate
●The driver is attempting to accel-
erate while turning
●The system detects that the vehi-
cle is drifting to the outer side
●The brake pedal is released
■Reduced effectiveness of the
EPS system
The effect iveness of the EPS sys-
tem is reduced to prevent the sys-
tem from overheating when there is
frequent steering input over an
extended period of time. The steer-
ing wheel may feel heavy as a
result. Should this occur, refrain
from excessive steering input or
stop the vehicle a nd turn the hybrid
system off. The EPS system should
return to normal within 10 minutes.
■Secondary Collision Brake
operating conditions
The system operates when the SRS
airbag sensor de tects a collision
while the vehicle is in motion. How-
ever, the system does not operate in
any of the following situations.
●The vehicle speed is below 6 mph
(10 km/h)
●Components are damaged
■Secondary Collision Brake
automatic cancellation
The system is automatically can-
celed in any of th e following situa-
tions.

3855-5. Using the driving support systems
5
Driving
WARNING
■Stopping distance when the
ABS is operating may exceed
that of normal conditions
The ABS is not designed to
shorten the vehicle’s stopping dis-
tance. Always maintain a safe dis-
tance from the vehicle in front of
you, especially in the following sit-
uations:
●When driving on d irt, gravel or
snow-covered roads
●When driving with tire chains
●When driving over bumps in the
road
●When driving over roads with
potholes or uneven surfaces
■TRAC/VSC may not operate
effectively when
Directional control and power may
not be achievable while driving on
slippery road surfaces, even if the
TRAC/VSC system is operating.
Drive the vehicle carefully in con-
ditions where st ability and power
may be lost.
■Active Cornering Assist does
not operate effectively when
●Do not overly rely on Active
Cornering Assist. Active Corner-
ing Assist may not operate
effectively when accelerating
down slopes or driving on slip-
pery road surfaces.
●When Active Cornering Assist
frequently operates, Active Cor-
nering Assist may temporarily
stop operating to ensure proper
operation of the brakes, TRAC
and VSC.
■Hill-start assist control does
not operate effectively when
●Do not overly rely on hill-start
assist control. Hill-start assist
control may not o perate effec-
tively on steep inclines and
roads covered with ice.
●Unlike the parking brake, hill-
start assist control is not
intended to hold the vehicle sta-
tionary for an extended period
of time. Do not attempt to use
hill-start assist control to hold
the vehicle on an incline, as
doing so may lead to an acci-
dent.
■When the
TRAC/ABS/VSC/Trailer Sway
Control is activated
The slip indicator light flashes.
Always drive carefully. Reckless
driving may cause an accident.
Exercise particula r care when the
indicator light flashes.
■When the TRAC/VSC/Trailer
Sway Control systems are
turned off
Be especially careful and drive at
a speed appropriate to the road
conditions. As these are the sys-
tems to help ensure vehicle stabil-
ity and driving force, do not turn
the TRAC/VSC/Tra iler Sway Con-
trol systems off unless necessary.
Trailer Sway Control is part of the
VSC system and will not operate
if VSC is turned off or experiences
a malfunction.

3865-5. Using the driving support systems
WARNING
■Replacing tires
Make sure that all tires are of the
specified size, brand, tread pat-
tern and total load capacity. In
addition, make sure that the tires
are inflated to the recommended
tire inflation pressure level.
The ABS, TRAC and VSC/Trailer
Sway Control systems will not
function correctly if different tires
are installed on the vehicle.
Contact your Toyota dealer for
further information when replacing
tires or wheels.
■Handling of tires and the sus-
pension
Using tires with any kind of prob-
lem or modifying the suspension
will affect the driving assist sys-
tems, and may cause a system to
malfunction.
■Trailer Sway Control precau-
tion
The Trailer Sway Control system
is not able to reduce trailer sway
in all situations . Depending on
many factors such as the condi-
tions of the vehicle, trailer, road
surface and driving environment,
the Trailer Sway Control system
may not be effective. Refer to
your trailer owner’s manual for
information on how to tow your
trailer properly.
■If trailer sway occurs
Observe the following precau-
tions.
Failing to do so m ay cause death
or serious injury.
●Firmly grip the steering wheel.
Steer straight ahead. Do not try
to control trailer swaying by
turning the steering wheel.
●Begin releasing the accelerator
pedal immediately but very
gradually to reduce speed.
Do not increase speed. Do not
apply vehicle brakes.
If you make no extreme correction
with the steering or brakes, your
vehicle and traile r should stabi-
lize. ( P.269)
■Secondary Collision Brake
Do not rely sole ly upon the Sec-
ondary Collision Brake. This sys-
tem is designed to help reduce
the possibility of further damage
due to a secondary collision, how-
ever, that effect changes accord-
ing to various conditions. Overly
relying on the system may result
in death or se rious injury.

5168-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■RCTA OFF indicator* (warning buzzer)
*: This light illuminat es on the multi-information display.
■Slip indicator light
■Brake Override System/Drive-Start Control/PKSB (if
equipped) warning light* (warning buzzer)
*: This light illuminates on the mu lti-information display with a message.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
(If equipped)
Indicates a malfunctio n in the RCTA (Rear
Cross Traffic Alert) function
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer immediately.
Indicates that the rear bumper around the radar
sensor is covered with dirt, etc. ( P.350)
 Follow the instructions displayed on the
multi-information display. ( P.348, 523)
Warning lightDetails/Actions
Indicates a malfunction in:
The VSC/Trailer Sway Control system;
 The TRAC system;
 The Trail Mode function; or
 The hill-start assist control system
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer immediately.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
When a buzzer sounds:
Brake Override System is malfunctioning;
 Drive-Start Control is operating;
 Drive-Start Control is malfunctioning; or
 Parking Support Brake function (for static
objects) (if equipped) is operating
 Follow the instructions displayed on the
multi-information display and head-up
display (if equipped).
When a buzzer does not sound:
Brake Override System is operating
 Release the accelerator pedal and
depress the brake pedal.

5338-2. Steps to take in an emergency
8
When trouble arises
tire chains to the front tires:
1Replace a rear tire with the com-
pact spare tire.
2 Replace the flat front tire with the
tire removed from the rear of the
vehicle.
3 Fit tire chains to the front tires.
WARNING
■When using the compact
spare tire
●Remember that the compact
spare tire provided is specifi-
cally designed for use with your
vehicle. Do not use your com-
pact spare tire on another vehi-
cle.
●Do not use more than one com-
pact spare tire simultaneously.
●Replace the compact spare tire
with a standard tire as soon as
possible.
●Avoid sudden acceleration,
abrupt steering, sudden brak-
ing and shifting operations that
cause sudden engine braking.
■When the compact spare tire
is attached
The vehicle speed may not be
correctly detecte d, and the follow-
ing systems may not operate cor-
rectly:
• ABS & Brake assist
• VSC/Trailer Sway Control
•TRAC
• Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range
• PCS (Pre-Collision System)
•EPS
• LTA (Lane Tracing Assist)
• Tire pressure warning system
• AHB (Automatic High Beam)
• AFS (Adaptive Front-lighting System) (if equipped)
• BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)
• Rear view monitor system (if equipped)
• Panoramic view monitor (if equipped)
• Toyota parking assist monitor (if equipped)
• Intuitive parking assist (if equipped)
• PKSB (Parking Support Brake) (if equipped)
• Navigation system (if equipped)
Also, not only c an the following
system not be utilized fully, but it
may actually negatively affect the
drive-train components:
• E-Four (Electronic On-Demand
AWD system)
■Speed limit when using the
compact spare tire
Do not drive at speeds in excess
of 50 mph (80 km /h) when a com-
pact spare tire is installed on the
vehicle.
The compact spare tire is not
designed for driving at high
speeds. Failure to observe this
precaution may lead to an acci-
dent causing death or serious
injury.
■After using the tools and jack
Before driving, ma ke sure all the
tools and jack are securely in
place in their storage location to
reduce the possibility of personal
injury during a collision or sudden
braking.

5509-1. Specifications
9-1.Specifications
*: Unladen vehicle
■Vehicle identification num-
ber
The vehicle identification num-
ber (VIN) is the legal identifier
for your vehicle. This is the pri-
mary identification number for
your Toyota. It is used in regis-
tering the ownership of your
vehicle.
This number is stamped on the top left of the instrument panel.
This number is also stamped
Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.)
Dimensions and weights
Overall length*180.9 in. (4595 mm)
Overall width*73.0 in. (1855 mm)
Overall height*With18-inch wheels67.0 in. (1701 mm)
With19-inch wheels67.2 in. (1706 mm)
Wheelbase*105.9 in. (2690 mm)
Tread*
With18-inch
wheelsFront63.0 in. (1600 mm)
Rear63.7 in. (1619 mm)
With19-inch
wheelsFront62.6 in. (1590 mm)
Rear63.3 in. (1609 mm)
Vehicle capacity weight (Occupants + luggage)970 lb. (440 kg)
Trailer Weight Rating (T
railer weight + cargo
weight)2500 lb. (1135 kg)
Seating capacity
Seating capacity5 (Front 2, Rear 3)
Vehicle identification

612Alphabetical Index
Light switch .......................... 295
Replacing light bulbs ............ 497
Theft deterrent system Alarm ...................................... 73
Immobilizer system ................ 72
Tire inflati on pressure
Maintenance data................. 555
Tire inflation pressure display function............................... 471
Warning light ........................ 518
Tire information ...................... 559 Glossary ............................... 563
Size ...................................... 561
Tire identification number ..... 560
Tire section names ............... 561
Tire pressure warning system Function ............................... 471
Initializing ............................. 474
Installing tire pressure warning valves and transmitters ...... 473
Registering ID codes ............ 476
Warning light ........................ 518
Tires ......................................... 468 Chains .................................. 389
Checking .............................. 468
Glossary ............................... 563
If you have a flat tire ............. 527
Inflation pressure.................. 480
Information ........................... 559
Replacing ............................. 527
Rotating tires ........................ 470
Size ...................................... 555
Snow tires ............................ 387
Spare tire.............................. 527
Tire identification number ..... 560
Tire inflation pressure display function............................... 471
Tire pressure warning system ........................................... 471
Uniform Tire Quality Grading 562
Warning light ........................ 518
Tools .............. .......................... 528 Top tether strap ........................62
Total load capacity .........265, 268
Towing
Dinghy towing .......................278
Towing eyelet .......................528
Trailer sway control ..............381
Trailer towing ........................269
Toyota Safety Sense 2.0 ........309 Automatic High Beam (AHB) 298
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range ..........336
LTA (Lane Traci ng Assist) ....323
PCS (Pre-Collisio n System) .315
RSA (Road Sign Assist) .......333
TRAC (Traction Control) ........381
Traction battery (Hybrid battery) Charging .................................99
Location ..................................87
Specification .........................552
Traction Control (TRAC) ........381
Traction motor (electric motor)76
Trailer sway contro l................381
Trailer towing ..........................269
Trail Mode................................379
Transmission Driving mode select switch ...377
Hybrid transmission ..............285
Trip meters ..............................165
Turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ............497
Turn signal lever . ..................289
Wattage ................................556
U
USB charging ports ................426
Utility vehicle pre cautions .....390
V
Vanity lights
Vanity lights ..........................420
Wattage ................................556