2022 TOYOTA RAV4 PLUG-IN HYBRID stop start

5448-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Therefore, fill the fuel tank carefully and
slowly.
QWhen the electronic key does not work properly
OMake sure that the smart entry & start system has not been deactivated in
the customization setting. If it is off, turn the function on. (Customizable features: P.573)
OCheck if battery-saving mode is set. If it is set, cancel the function. ( P.222)
OThe electronic key function may have
stopped. ( P.222)
If the electronic key
does not operate prop-
erly
If communication between the
electronic key and vehicle is
interrupted ( P.222) or the
electronic key cannot be used
because the battery is
depleted, the smart entry &
start system, push button start
and wireless remote control
cannot be used. In such cases,
the doors can be opened and
the hybrid system can be
started by following the proce-
dure below.
NOTICE
QIn case of a smart entry & start system malfunction, or other key
related problems
Take your vehicle with all the elec- tronic keys provided with your vehicle
to any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.

5468-2. Steps to take in an emergency
4Press the power switch shortly
and firmly.
In the event that the hybrid system
still cannot be started, contact any
authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota
authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer.
QStopping the hybrid system
Shift the shift lever to P, set the parking brake and press the power switch as
you normally do when stopping the hybrid system.
QReplacing the key battery
As the above procedure is a temporary
measure, it is recommended that the electronic key battery be replaced immediately when the battery is
depleted. ( P.486)
QAlarm (if equipped)
Using the mechanical key to lock the doors will not set the alarm system.
If a door is unlocked using the mechani- cal key when the alarm system is set, the alarm may be triggered. ( P.78)
QChanging power switch modes
Release the brake pedal and press the power switch in step 3 above. The hybrid system does not start and
modes will be changed each time the switch is pressed. ( P.276)
If you have a set of jumper (or
booster) cables and a second vehi-
cle with a 12-volt battery, you can
jump start your vehicle by following
the steps below.
1 Vehicles with alarm (P.78)
Confirm that the electronic key
is being carried.
When connecting the jumper (or booster) cables, depending on the situ-
ation, the alarm may activate and the doors locked. ( P.79)
2Open the hood (P.452) and
fuse box cover.
If the 12-volt battery is
discharged
The following procedures may
be used to start the hybrid sys-
tem if the vehicle’s 12-volt bat-
tery is discharged.
You can also call any autho-
rized Toyota retailer or Toyota
authorized repairer, or any reli-
able repairer or a qualified
repair shop.
Restarting the hybrid sys-
tem

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8-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
QIf the high coolant temperature
warning light comes on,
flashes or “Engine Coolant
Temp High Stop in a Safe
Place See Owner’s Manual” is
shown on the multi-informa-
tion display
1 Stop the vehicle in a safe place
and turn off the air conditioning
system, and then stop the hybrid
system.
2 If you see steam:
Carefully lift the hood after the
steam subsides.
If you do not see steam:
Carefully lift the hood.
NOTICE
QWhen handling jumper cables
When connecting the jumper cables,
ensure that they do not become entangled in the cooling fan, etc.
QTo prevent damaging the vehicle
The exclusive jump starting terminal is to be used when charging the 12-
volt battery from another vehicle in an emergency. It cannot be used to jump start another vehicle.
If your vehicle overheats
The following may indicate that
your vehicle is overheating.
 The high coolant temperature
warning light ( P.168) comes
on or flashes, or a loss of
hybrid system power is experi-
enced. (For example, the vehi-
cle speed does not increase.)
 “Engine Coolant Temp High
Stop in a Safe Place See
Owner’s Manual” or “Hybrid
System Overheated Output
Power Reduced” is shown on
the multi-information display.
 Steam comes out from under
the hood.
Correction procedures

5528-2. Steps to take in an emergency
3After the hybrid system has
cooled down sufficiently, inspect
the hoses and radiator core
(radiator) for any leaks.
Radiator
Cooling fan
If a large amount of coolant leaks, immediately contact any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized
repairer, or any reliable repairer.
4 The coolant level is satisfactory
if it is between the “FULL” and
“LOW” lines on the reservoir.
Reservoir
“FULL” line
“LOW” line
5 Add coolant if necessary.
Water can be used in an emergency if
engine coolant is unavailable. If water was added in an emergency,
have the vehicle inspected at any
authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer as soon as possible.
6 Start the hybrid system and turn
the air conditioning system on to
check that the radiator cooling
fan operates and to check for
coolant leaks from the radiator
or hoses.
The fan operates when the air condi- tioning system is turned on immediately
after a cold start. Confirm that the fan is operating by checking the fan sound and air flow. If it is difficult to check
these, adjust the temperature control switch to “LO” and turn the “A/C” switch ON and OFF. After this, turn the air
conditioning system on and off repeat- edly. (The fan may not operate in freez-ing temperatures.)
7 If the fan is not operating:
Stop the hybrid system immedi-
ately and contact any authorized
Toyota retailer or Toyota autho-
rized repairer, or any reliable
repairer.
If the fan is operating:
Have the vehicle inspected at
the nearest authorized Toyota
retailer or Toyota authorized
repairer, or any reliable repairer.
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B
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8-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
8 Check if “Engine Coolant Temp
High Stop in a Safe Place See
Owner’s Manual” is shown on
the multi-information display.
If the message does not disap-
pear:
Stop the hybrid system and con-
tact any authorized Toyota
retailer or Toyota authorized
repairer, or any reliable repairer.
If the message is not displayed:
Have the vehicle inspected at
the nearest authorized Toyota
retailer or Toyota authorized
repairer, or any reliable repairer.
QIf “Hybrid System Overheated
Output Power Reduced” is
shown on the multi-informa-
tion display
1 Stop the vehicle in a safe place.
2 Stop the hybrid system and
carefully lift the hood.
3 After the hybrid system has
cooled down, inspect the hoses
and radiator core (radiator) for
any leaks.
Radiator
Cooling fan
If a large amount of coolant leaks,
immediately contact any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
4 The coolant level is satisfactory
if it is between the “FULL” and
“LOW” lines on the reservoir.
Reservoir
“FULL” line
“LOW” line
5 Add coolant if necessary.
Water can be used in an emergency if power control unit coolant is unavail-able.
If water was added in an emergency, have the vehicle inspected at any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota
authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer as soon as possible.
6 After stopping the hybrid system
and waiting for 5 minutes or
more, start the hybrid system
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B
A
B
C

5548-2. Steps to take in an emergency
again and check the multi-infor-
mation display.
If the message does not disappear:
Stop the hybrid system and contact any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer. If the message is not displayed: The hybrid system temperature has
dropped and the vehicle may be driven normally. However, if the message appears again
frequently, contact any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
WARNING
QWhen inspecting under the hood of your vehicle
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in serious injury such as burns.
OIf steam is seen coming from under
the hood, do not open the hood until the steam has subsided. The engine compartment may be very
hot.
OAfter the hybrid system has been
turned off, check that the “READY” indicator is off.When the hybrid system is operat-
ing, the gasoline engine may auto- matically start, or the cooling fan may suddenly operate even if the
gasoline engine stops. Do not touch or approach rotating parts such as the fan, which may lead to fingers
or clothing (especially a tie, a scarf or a muffler) getting caught, result-ing in serious injury.
ODo not loosen the coolant reservoir cap while the hybrid system and
radiator are hot. High temperature steam or coolant could spray out.
NOTICE
QWhen adding engine/power con-trol unit coolant
Add coolant slowly after the hybrid system has cooled down sufficiently. Adding cool coolant to a hot hybrid
system too quickly can cause dam- age to the hybrid system.
QTo prevent damage to the cool-ing system
Observe the following precautions:
OAvoid contaminating the coolant with foreign matter (such as sand or dust, etc.).
ODo not use any coolant additive.

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8-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
1 Stop the hybrid system. Set the
parking brake and shift the shift
lever to P.
2 Remove the mud, snow or sand
from around the stuck tire.
3 Place wood, stones or some
other material to help provide
traction under the tires.
4 Restart the hybrid system.
5 Shift the shift lever to D or R and
release the parking brake. Then,
while exercising caution,
depress the accelerator pedal.
QWhen it is difficult to free the vehi-
cle
Press to turn off TRC. ( P.393)
If the vehicle becomes
stuck
Carry out the following proce-
dures if the tires spin or the
vehicle becomes stuck in mud,
dirt or snow:
Recovering procedure
WARNING
QWhen attempting to free a stuck vehicle
If you choose to push the vehicle back and forth to free it, make sure the surrounding area is clear to avoid
striking other vehicles, objects or peo- ple. The vehicle may also lunge for-ward or lunge back suddenly as it
becomes free. Use extreme caution.
QWhen shifting the shift lever
Be careful not to shift the shift lever with the accelerator pedal depressed.
This may lead to unexpected rapid
acceleration of the vehicle that may cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
QTo avoid damaging the transmis-sion and other components
OAvoid spinning the wheels and depressing the accelerator pedal more than necessary.
OIf the vehicle remains stuck even
after these procedures are per- formed, the vehicle may require towing to be freed.

585What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
way. (P.545)
 Is the 12-volt battery dis-
charged? ( P.546)
 Is the power switch in ON? If you
cannot release the shift lever by
depressing the brake pedal with
the power switch in ON.
( P.279)
 It is locked automatically to pre-
vent theft of the vehicle.
( P.274)
 Is the window lock switch
pressed?
The power window except for the
one at the driver’s seat cannot
be operated if the window lock
switch is pressed. ( P.249)
 The auto power off function will
be operated if the vehicle is left
in ACC or ON (the hybrid system
is not operating) for a period of
time. ( P.276)
 The seat belt reminder light is
flashing
Are the driver and the passengers
wearing the seat belts? ( P.515, 516)
The parking brake indicator is on
Is the parking brake released?
( P.282)
Depending on the situation, other
types of warning buzzer may also
sound. ( P.508, 518)
 Did anyone inside the vehicle
open a door during setting the
alarm?
The sensor detects it and the
alarm sounds. ( P.78)
To stop the alarm, turn the power
switch to ON or start the hybrid system.
 Is the message displayed on the
multi-information display?
Check the message on the multi-
information display. ( P.518)
 When a warning light turns on or
a warning message is displayed,
The shift lever cannot be
shifted from P even if you
depress the brake pedal
The steering wheel cannot
be turned after the hybrid
system is stopped
The windows do not open or
close by operating the
power window switches
The power switch is turned
off automatically
A warning buzzer sounds
during driving
An alarm is activated and the
horn sounds (if equipped)
A warning buzzer sounds
when leaving the vehicle
A warning light turns on or a
warning message is dis-
played