2022 TOYOTA RAV4 PLUG-IN HYBRID warning light

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When trouble arises
When trouble arises
8-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers .......... 500
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an emergency 500
If the vehicle is submerged or
water on the road is rising
....................................... 501
8-2. Steps to take in an emer-
gency
If your vehicle needs to be
towed .............................. 503
If you think something is wrong
....................................... 506
If a warning light turns on or a
warning buzzer sounds... 508
If a warning message is dis-
played ............................. 518
If you have a flat tire (vehicles
without spare tire) ........... 522
If you have a flat tire (vehicles
with spare tire) ................ 533
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

5088-2. Steps to take in an emergency
QBrake system warning light (warning buzzer)
QBrake system warning light
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer sounds
Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights
comes on or flashes. If a light comes on or flashes, but then goes
off, this does not necessarily indicate a malfunction in the system.
However, if this continues to occur, have the vehicle inspected by
any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any
reliable repairer.
Actions to the warning lights or warning buzzers
Warning lightDetails/Actions
(Red)
Indicates that:
 The brake fluid level is low; or
 The brake system is malfunctioning
 Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place
and contact any authorized Toyota retailer or
Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer. Continuing to drive the vehicle may
be dangerous.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
(Yellow)
Indicates a malfunction in:
 The parking brake system;
 The regenerative braking system; or
 The electronically controlled brake system
 Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized
Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer,
or any reliable repairer immediately.

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8-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
QCharging system warning light*
*: This light illuminates on the multi-information display.
QHigh coolant temperature warning light* (warning buzzer)
*: This light illuminates on the multi-information display with a message.
QHybrid system overheat warning light* (warning buzzer)
*: This light illuminates on the multi-information display with a message.
QLow engine oil pressure warning light* (warning buzzer)
*: This light illuminates on the multi-information display with a message.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging sys-
tem
 Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place
and contact any authorized Toyota retailer or
Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
Indicates that the engine is overheating
 Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place.
Handling method ( P.551)
Warning lightDetails/Actions
Indicates that the hybrid system has overheated
 Stop the vehicle in a safe place.
Handling method ( P.551)
Warning lightDetails/Actions
Indicates that the engine oil pressure is too low
 Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place
and contact any authorized Toyota retailer or
Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer.

5108-2. Steps to take in an emergency
QMalfunction indicator lamp*
*: This light illuminates on the multi-information display.
QSRS warning light
QABS warning light
QElectric power steering system warning light* (warning buzzer)
*: This light illuminates on the multi-information display.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
Indicates a malfunction in:
 The hybrid system;
 The electronic engine control system;
 The electronic throttle control system; or
 The emission control system (if equipped)
 Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized
Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer,
or any reliable repairer immediately.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
Indicates a malfunction in:
 The SRS airbag system; or
 The seat belt pretensioner system
 Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized
Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer,
or any reliable repairer immediately.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
Indicates a malfunction in:
 The ABS; or
 The brake assist system
 Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized
Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer,
or any reliable repairer immediately.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
(Red/yellow)
Indicates a malfunction in the EPS (Electric Power
Steering) system
 Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized
Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer,
or any reliable repairer immediately.

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8-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
QPCS warning light (warning buzzer)
QLTA indicator* (warning buzzer)
*: This light illuminates on the multi-information display.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
(Flashes or illuminates)
(If equipped)
When a buzzer sounds simultaneously:
Indicates a malfunction has occurred in the PCS
(Pre-Collision System).
 Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized
Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer,
or any reliable repairer immediately.
When a buzzer does not sound:
The PCS (Pre-Collision System) has become tempo-
rarily unavailable, corrective action may be neces-
sary.
 Follow the instructions displayed on the multi-
information display. ( P.309, 518)
If the PCS (Pre-Collision System) or VSC (Vehicle
Stability Control) system is disabled, the PCS warn-
ing light will illuminate.
 P.317
Warning lightDetails/Actions
(Orange) (If equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the LTA (Lane Tracing
Assist)
 Follow the instructions displayed on the multi-
information display. ( P.327)

5128-2. Steps to take in an emergency
QToyota parking assist-sensor OFF indicator* (warning buzzer)
*: This light illuminates on the multi-information display.
QPKSB OFF indicator*
*: This light illuminates on the multi-information display.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
When a buzzer sounds:
Indicates a malfunction in the Toyota parking assist-
sensor function
 Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized
Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer,
or any reliable repairer immediately.
When a buzzer does not sound:
Indicates that the system is temporarily unavailable,
possibly due to a sensor being dirty or covered with
ice, etc.
 Follow the instructions displayed on the multi-
information display. ( P.373, 518)
Warning lightDetails/Actions
(If equipped)
If “Parking Support Brake Malfunction Visit Your
Dealer” is displayed on the multi-information display:
Indicates a malfunction in the PKSB (Parking Support
Brake) system
 Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized
Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer,
or any reliable repairer immediately.
If “Parking Assist Unavailable” is displayed on the
multi-information display:
Indicates that the system is temporarily unavailable,
possibly due to a sensor being dirty or covered with
ice, etc.
 Follow the instructions displayed on the multi-
information display. ( P.383, 518)

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8-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
QBSM OFF indicator* (warning buzzer)
*: This light illuminates on the multi-information display.
QRCTA OFF indicator* (warning buzzer)
*: This light illuminates on the multi-information display.
QSlip indicator light
Warning lightDetails/Actions
Indicates a malfunction in the BSM (Blind Spot Moni-
tor) function
 Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized
Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer,
or any reliable repairer immediately.
Indicates that the rear bumper around the radar sen-
sor is covered with dirt, etc. ( P.364)
 Follow the instructions displayed on the multi-
information display. ( P.350, 518)
Warning lightDetails/Actions
(If equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the RCTA (Rear Crossing
Traffic Alert) function
 Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized
Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer,
or any reliable repairer immediately.
Indicates that the rear bumper around the radar sen-
sor is covered with dirt, etc. ( P.364)
 Follow the instructions displayed on the multi-
information display. ( P.350, 518)
Warning lightDetails/Actions
Indicates a malfunction in:
 The VSC/Trailer Sway Control system;
 The TRC system;
 The Trail Mode function; or
 The hill-start assist control system
 Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized
Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer,
or any reliable repairer immediately.

5148-2. Steps to take in an emergency
QInappropriate pedal operation warning light* (warning buzzer)
*: This light illuminates on the multi-information display.
QBrake hold operated indicator (warning buzzer)
QParking brake indicator
Warning lightDetails/Actions
When a buzzer sounds:
 Brake Override System is malfunctioning
 Drive-Start Control is malfunctioning
 Drive-Start Control is operating
 Follow the instructions displayed on the multi-
information display.
When a buzzer does not sound:
Brake Override System is operating.
 Release the accelerator pedal and depress the
brake pedal.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
(Flashes)
Indicates a malfunction in the brake hold system
 Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized
Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer,
or any reliable repairer immediately.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
(Flashes)
It is possible that the parking brake is not fully
engaged or released
 Operate the parking brake switch once again.
This light comes on when the parking brake is not
released. If the light turns off after the parking brake
is fully released, the system is operating normally.