2022 TOYOTA RAV4 PLUG-IN HYBRID oil

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Pictorial indexSearch by illustration
For safety
and security
Make sure to read through them
(Main topics: Child seat, theft deterrent system)
Plug-in hybrid
system
Plug-in hybrid system features, charging method, etc.
(Main topics: Driving tips, charging methods)
Vehicle status
information and
indicators
Reading driving-related information
(Main topics: Meters, multi-information display)
Before driving
Opening and closing the doors and windows,
adjustment before driving
(Main topics: Keys, doors, seats, power windows)
Driving
Operations and advice which are necessary for
driving
(Main topics: Starting hybrid system, refueling)
Interior featuresUsage of the interior features
(Main topics: Air conditioner, storage features)
Maintenance
and care
Caring for your vehicle and maintenance procedures
(Main topics: Interior and exterior, light bulbs)
When trouble
arises
What to do in case of malfunction and emergency
(Main topics: 12-volt battery discharge, flat tire)
Vehicle
specifications
Vehicle specifications, customizable features
(Main topics: Fuel, oil, tire inflation pressure)
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If the hybrid system will not start
.......................................... 541
If you lose your keys ........... 543
If the fuel filler door cannot be
opened.............................. 543
If the electronic key does not
operate properly ............... 544
If the 12-volt battery is dis-
charged............................. 546
If your vehicle overheats ..... 551
If the vehicle becomes stuck
.......................................... 555
9-1. Specifications
Maintenance data (fuel, oil level,
etc.)................................... 558
Fuel information .................. 567
9-2. Customization
Customizable features ........ 569
9-3. Initialization
Items to initialize ................. 582
What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
.......................................... 584
Alphabetical Index ............. 587
9Vehicle specifications
Index

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Precautions against winter season ................................................. P.398
To prevent freezing (windshield wiper de-icer)
*1............................. P.411
Precautions against car wash ......................................................... P.443
Replacing the wiper insert............................................................... P.482
Fuel filler door ............................................................................... P.298
Refueling method ............................................................................ P.298
Fuel type/fuel tank capacity ............................................................ P.560
Charging port ................................................................................ P.105
Charging method ............................................................................ P.126
Tires ............................................................................................... P.463
Tire size/inflation pressure .............................................................. P.564
Winter tires/tire chain ...................................................................... P.398
Checking/rotation/tire pressure warning system ............................. P.463
Coping with flat tires................................................................ P.522, 533
Hood ............................................................................................... P.452
Opening .......................................................................................... P.452
Engine oil ........................................................................................ P.561
Coping with overheat ...................................................................... P.551
Warning messages ......................................................................... P.518
Headlights/front position lights/daytime running lights ........... P.288
Turn signal lights .......................................................................... P.281
Front fog lights.............................................................................. P.293
Stop lights/tail lights..................................................................... P.288
Tail lights ....................................................................................... P.288
Back-up lights
Shifting the shift lever to R .............................................................. P.277
Light bulbs of the exterior lights for driving
(Replacing method: P.491, Watts: P.565)
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1683-1. Instrument cluster
Warning lights inform the driver of
malfunctions in the indicated vehi-
cle’s systems.
*1: These lights turn on when the power
switch is turned to ON to indicate
that a system check is being per-
formed. They will turn off after the
hybrid system is on, or after a few
seconds. There may be a malfunc-
tion in a system if the light does not
come on, or turn off. Have the vehi-
cle inspected by any authorized
Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized
repairer, or any reliable repairer.
*2: This light illuminates on the multi-
Warning lights
(Red)
Brake system warning
light
*1 (P.508)
(Yellow)
Brake system warning
light
*1 (P.508)
Charging system warn-
ing light
*1 (P.509)
High coolant temperature
warning light
*2 (P.509)
Hybrid system overheat
warning light
*2 (P.509)
Low engine oil pressure
warning light
*2 (P.509)
Malfunction indicator
lamp
*1 (P.510)
SRS warning light
*1
(P.510)
ABS warning light
*1
(P.510)
(Red/yellow)
Electric power steering
system warning light
*1
(P.510)
(Flashes or illu-
minates)
PCS warning light*1 (if
equipped) (P.511)
(Orange)
LTA indicator (if
equipped) (P.511)
Toyota parking assist-
sensor OFF indicator
*3
(P.512)
PKSB OFF indicator*1 (if
equipped) (P.512)
BSM OFF indicator
*1 (if
equipped) (P.513)
RCTA OFF indicator
*1 (if
equipped)
(P.513)
Slip indicator light
*1
(P.513)
Inappropriate pedal oper-
ation warning light
*2
(P.514)
(Flashes)
Brake hold operated indi-
cator
*1 (P.514)
(Flashes)
Parking brake indicator
(P.514)
Tire pressure warning
light
*1 (P.515)
Low fuel level warning
light (P.515)
Driver’s and front pas-
senger’s seat belt
reminder light (P.515)
Rear passengers’ seat
belt reminder lights
(P.516)

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4 4-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
Before driving
ONear a TV tower, electric power plant,
gas station, radio station, large dis-
play, airport or other facility that gen-
erates strong radio waves or electrical
noise
OWhen the electronic key is in contact
with, or is covered by the following
metallic objects
• Cards to which aluminum foil is
attached
• Cigarette boxes that have aluminum
foil inside
• Metallic wallets or bags
• Coins
• Hand warmers made of metal
• Media such as CDs and DVDs
OWhen other wireless key (that emits
radio waves) is being used nearby
OWhen carrying the electronic key
together with the following devices
that emit radio waves
• Portable radio, cellular phone, cord-
less phone or other wireless commu-
nication devices
• Another electronic key or a wireless
key that emits radio waves
• Personal computers or personal digi-
tal assistants (PDAs)
• Digital audio players
• Portable game systems
OIf window tint with a metallic content or
metallic objects are attached to the
rear window
OWhen the electronic key is placed
near a battery charger or electronic
devices
OWhen the vehicle is parked in a pay
parking spot where radio waves are
emitted.
If the doors cannot be locked/unlocked
using the smart entry & start system,
lock/unlock the doors by performing any
of the following:
OBring the electronic key close to either
front door handle and operate the
entry function.
OOperate the wireless remote control. If
the doors cannot be locked/unlocked
using the above methods, use the mechanical key. (P.202)
If the hybrid system cannot be started
using the smart entry & start system,
refer to P.545.
QNote for the entry function
OEven when the electronic key is within
the effective range (detection areas),
the system may not operate properly
in the following cases:
• The electronic key is too close to the
window or outside door handle, near
the ground, or in a high place when
the doors are locked or unlocked.
• The electronic key is on the instru-
ment panel, luggage cover or floor, or
in the door pockets or glove box when
the hybrid system is started or power
switch modes are changed.
ODo not leave the electronic key on top
of the instrument panel or near the
door pockets when exiting the vehicle.
Depending on the radio wave recep-
tion conditions, it may be detected by
the antenna outside the cabin and the
door will become lockable from the
outside, possibly trapping the elec-
tronic key inside the vehicle.
OAs long as the electronic key is within
the effective range, the doors may be
locked or unlocked by anyone. How-
ever, only the doors detecting the
electronic key can be used to lock or
unlock the vehicle.
OEven if the electronic key is not inside
the vehicle, it may be possible to start
the hybrid system if the electronic key
is near the window.
OThe doors may unlock if a large
amount of water splashes on the door
handle, such as in the rain or in a car
wash when the electronic key is within
the effective range. (The doors will
automatically be locked after approxi-
mately 30 seconds if the doors are not
opened and closed.)
OIf the wireless remote control is used
to lock the doors when the electronic
key is near the vehicle, there is a pos-
sibility that the door may not be

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5-1. Before driving
Driving
WARNING
OThe brake system consists of 2 or more individual hydraulic systems;
if one of the systems fails, the other will still operate. In this case, the brake pedal should be depressed
more firmly than usual and the braking distance will increase. Have your brakes fixed immediately.
QIf the vehicle becomes stuck
Do not spin the wheels excessively
when any of the tires is up in the air, or the vehicle is stuck in sand, mud, etc. This may damage the driveline
components or propel the vehicle for- ward or backward, causing an acci-dent.
NOTICE
QWhen driving the vehicle
ODo not depress the accelerator and brake pedals at the same time
during driving, as this may restrain the hybrid system output.
ODo not use the accelerator pedal or depress the accelerator and brake
pedals at the same time to hold the vehicle on a hill.
QAvoiding damage to vehicle parts
ODo not turn the steering wheel fully
in either direction and hold it there for an extended period of time.Doing so may damage the power
steering motor.
OWhen driving over bumps in the
road, drive as slowly as possible to avoid damaging the wheels, under-side of the vehicle, etc.
QIf you get a flat tire while driving
A flat or damaged tire may cause the
following situations.
OIt may be difficult to control your vehicle.
OThe vehicle will make abnormal sounds or vibrations.
OThe vehicle will lean abnormally.
Hold the steering wheel firmly and gradually depress the brake pedal to
slow down the vehicle.
Information on what to do in case of a flat tire ( P.522, 533)
QWhen encountering flooded roads
Do not drive on a road that has flooded after heavy rain, etc. Doing so may cause the following serious dam-
age to the vehicle:
OEngine stalling
OShort in electrical components
OEngine damage caused by water
immersion
In the event that you drive on a
flooded road and the vehicle is flooded, be sure to have any autho-rized Toyota retailer or Toyota autho-
rized repairer, or any reliable repairer check the following:
OBrake function
OChanges in quantity and quality of oil and fluid used for the engine,
hybrid transaxle (front and rear), etc.
OLubricant condition for the bearings and suspension joints (where possi-ble), and the function of all joints,
bearings, etc.
OComponents connected to the trac-
tion battery.
QWhen parking the vehicle
Always set the parking brake, and shift the shift lever to P. Failure to do so may cause the vehicle to move or
the vehicle may accelerate suddenly if the accelerator pedal is accidentally depressed.

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5-5. Using the driving support systems
Driving
WARNING
QTo avoid malfunction of the radar sensor
Observe the following precautions. Otherwise, the radar sensor may not operate properly, possibly leading to
an accident resulting in death or seri- ous injury.
OKeep the radar sensor and the radar sensor cover clean at all times.
Radar sensor
Radar sensor cover
If the front of the radar sensor or the
front or back of the radar sensor
cover is dirty or covered with water
droplets, snow, etc., clean it.
Clean the radar sensor and radar
sensor cover with a soft cloth to avoid
damaging them.
ODo not attach accessories, stickers (including transparent stickers) or
other items to the radar sensor, radar sensor cover or surrounding area.
ODo not subject the radar sensor or its surrounding area to a strong
impact. If the radar sensor, front grille, or front bumper has been subjected to
a strong impact, have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized
repairer, or any reliable repairer.
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ODo not disassemble the radar sen- sor.
ODo not modify or paint the radar sensor or radar sensor cover.
OIn the following cases, the radar sensor must be recalibrated. Con-tact any authorized Toyota retailer
or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer for details.
• When the radar sensor or front grille are removed and installed, or replaced
• When the front bumper is replaced
QTo avoid malfunction of the front camera
Observe the following precautions.
Otherwise, the front camera may not operate properly, possibly leading to an accident resulting in death or seri-
ous injury.
OKeep the windshield clean at all
times.
• If the windshield is dirty or covered
with an oily film, water droplets, snow, etc., clean the windshield.
• If a glass coating agent is applied to the windshield, it will still be neces-sary to use the windshield wipers to
remove water droplets, etc. from the area of the windshield in front of the front camera.
• If the inner side of the windshield where the front camera is installed
is dirty, contact any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.

3185-5. Using the driving support systems
OThe PCS warning light will turn on and
“VSC Turned OFF Pre-Collision Brake
System Unavailable” will be displayed
on the multi-information display.
*: If equipped
LTA (Lane Tracing
Assist)
*
While driving on a road with
clear white (yellow) lane lines,
the LTA system warns the
driver if the vehicle may devi-
ate from the current lane or
course
*, and also can slightly
operate the steering wheel to
help avoid deviation from the
lane or course
*. Also, while the
dynamic radar cruise control
with full-speed range is operat-
ing, this system will operate
the steering wheel to maintain
the vehicle’s lane position.
The LTA system recognizes
white (yellow) lane lines or a
course
* using the front cam-
era. Additionally, it detects pre-
ceding vehicles using the front
camera and radar.
*: Boundary between asphalt and the
side of the road, such as grass,
soil, or a curb