2022 TOYOTA RAV4 PLUG-IN HYBRID ESP

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2 2-1. Plug-in hybrid system
Plug-in hybrid system
stops the fuel pump to minimize the
risk of electrocution and fuel leak-
age.
If the emergency shut off system
activates, your vehicle will not
restart. To restart the hybrid sys-
tem, contact any authorized Toyota
retailer or Toyota authorized
repairer, or any reliable repairer.
A message is automatically dis-
played when a malfunction occurs
in the hybrid system or an improper
operation is attempted.
If a warning message is shown on
the multi-information display, read
the message and follow the instruc-
tions.
QIf a warning light comes on, a warn-
ing message is displayed or the 12-
volt battery is disconnected
The hybrid system may not start. In that
case, try to start the system again. If the
“READY” indicator does not come on,
contact any authorized Toyota retailer or
Toyota authorized repairer, or any reli-
able repairer.
Primarily using EV mode and
AUTO EV/HV mode when driving in
cities and using HV mode when
driving on highways (or freeways)
can help conserve fuel and electric-
ity. (P.86)
When using Eco drive mode, the
torque corresponding to the accel-
erator pedal depression amount
can be generated more smoothly
than it is in normal conditions. In
addition, the operation of the air
conditioning system (heating/cool-
ing) will be minimized, improving
fuel and electricity economy.
(P.387)
Eco-friendly driving is possible by
keeping the Hybrid System Indica-
tor within Eco area. (P.175)
Hybrid warning message
Plug in Hybrid Electric
Vehicle driving tips
For economical and ecological
driving, pay attention to the
following points:
Using EV mode, AUTO
EV/HV mode and HV mode
effectively
Using Eco drive mode
Use of Hybrid System Indi-
cator

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2-2. Charging
Plug-in hybrid system
WARNING
ODo not let the wheels on the AC charging cable, plug, charging con-
nector and CCID (Charging Circuit Interrupting Device).
OFirmly insert the plug into the socket.
ODo not use an extension cord and converting adaptor.
OClose the hood before using the charging system.The cooling fan may start operating
suddenly. Touching or getting close to rotating parts such as the fan may cause your hands or clothes
(especially a necktie or scarf) to become caught and result in a seri-ous injury.
OAfter connecting the charging cable, confirm that it is not wound
around anything.
OIf the power indicator on the CCID
(Charging Circuit Interrupting Device) does not illuminate after plugging the AC charging cable into
the socket-outlet, unplug it immedi- ately.
QIf the error warning indicator on the CCID (Charging Circuit Inter-rupting Device) illuminates or
flashes during charging
There may be an electrical leakage in the power source path, or there may
be a malfunction in the AC charging cable or CCID (Charging Circuit Inter-rupting Device). Refer to P.112 and
follow the correction procedure. If the error warning indicator does not turn off even after performing the correc-
tion procedure, immediately stop charging, remove the AC charging cable and contact any authorized
Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer. Con-tinuing to charge the vehicle in that
condition may lead to unforeseen accidents or serious injury.
QOnboard traction battery charger
The onboard traction battery charger is located under the rear seats. Make
sure to observe the following precau- tions regarding the onboard traction battery charger. Failure to observe
these precautions may result in death or serious injury such as burns and electric shocks.
OThe onboard traction battery char-ger is hot during charging. Do not touch the onboard traction battery
charger, as doing so may result in burns.
ODo not disassemble, repair or mod-ify the onboard traction battery charger. When the onboard traction
battery charger needs to be repaired, consult any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized
repairer, or any reliable repairer.

1763-1. Instrument cluster
changed suddenly (at the
entrance/exit of a garage, tunnel, etc.)
OWhen “--” or “E” is displayed, the sys-
tem may be malfunctioning. Take your vehicle to any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized
repairer, or any reliable repairer.
ODisplays the outside temperature
within the range of -40°C (-40°F) to 50°C (122°F).
OWhen the outside temperature is
approximately 3°C (37°F) or lower,
the indicator will flash for approxi-
mately 10 seconds, then stay on.
QLiquid crystal display
 P.178
QCustomization
Settings (e. g. meter display) can be
changed on the screen of the multi-
information display. ( P.184)
Switches the items of the odome-
ter, trip meter A, trip meter B and
the brightness of the instrument
cluster lights by pressing the “ODO
TRIP” switch.
 When the trip meter is displayed,
pressing and holding the switch
will reset the trip meter.
 When the instrument cluster light
control display is displayed,
pressing and holding the switch
will adjust the brightness of the
instrument cluster lights.
QInstrument cluster brightness adjustment
The instrument cluster brightness levels when the tail lights are on and off can be
WARNING
QThe information display at low temperatures
Allow the interior of the vehicle to
warm up before using the liquid crys- tal information display. At extremely low temperatures, the display moni-
tor may respond slowly, and display changes may be delayed.
For example, there is a lag between
the driver’s shifting and the new shift range appearing on the display. This lag could cause the driver to down-
shift again, causing rapid and exces- sive engine braking and possibly an accident resulting in death or injury.
NOTICE
QTo prevent damage to the engine and its components
OThe engine may be overheating if “Engine Coolant Temp High Stop in a Safe Place See Owner’s Manual”
is shown on the multi-information display. In this case, immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place, and
check the engine after it has cooled completely. ( P.551)
Using the “ODO TRIP”
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3-1. Instrument cluster
Vehicle status information and indicators
• “Drive Info Type”
Select to change the drive information
type display between trip and total.
( P.183).
• “Drive Info Items”
Select to set the items on the upper and
lower side of the drive information
screen from three items, average
speed, distance and total time.
 “Closing Display”
Select to set the items displayed when
the power switch is turned off.
 “Pop-Up Display” (if equipped)
Select to enable/disable the following
pop-up displays, which may appear in
some situations.
• Intersection guidance display of the
navigation system-linked system (if
equipped)
• Incoming call display of the hands-
free phone system (if equipped)
• Audio operation
• Volume operation
• Voice control (if equipped)
 “Calender”
Select to set up the calender.
This can only be set if GPS calibration
of clock is turned off in the multimedia
system settings.
 “MID OFF”
A blank screen is displayed
“Default Settings”
Select to reset the meter display set-
tings.
QSuspension of the settings display
OIn the following situations, operation of the settings display will be temporarily suspended.
• When a warning message appears on
the multi-information display
• When the vehicle begins to move
OSettings for functions not equipped to
the vehicle are not displayed.
OWhen a function is turned off, the
related settings for that function are not selectable.
Select to display warning mes-
sages and measures to be taken if
a malfunction is detected.
( P.518)
Displays suggestions to the driver
in the following situations. To select
a response to a displayed sugges-
tion, use the meter control
switches.
WARNING
QCautions during setting up the
display
As the hybrid system needs to be operating during setting up the dis-
play, ensure that the vehicle is parked in a place with adequate ventilation. In a closed area such as a garage,
exhaust gases including harmful car- bon monoxide (CO) may collect and enter the vehicle. This may lead to
death or a serious health hazard.
NOTICE
QDuring setting up the display
To prevent 12-volt battery discharge, ensure that the hybrid system is oper-
ating while setting up the display fea- tures.
Warning message display
Convenience Services (Sug-
gestion function)

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3-1. Instrument cluster
Vehicle status information and indicators
*: If equipped
Illustrations used in this text are
intended as examples, and may differ
from the image that is actually dis-
played by the head-up display.
Driving support system informa-
tion/navigation system-linked
display area (if equipped)
( P.191)
Shift position display area/RSA
(Road Sign Assist) display area
(if equipped) ( P.277, 328)
Vehicle speed display
Hybrid System Indica-
tor/tachometer ( P.192)
QHead-up display will operate when
The power switch is in ON.
QWhen using the head-up display
The head-up display may seem dark or hard to see when viewed through sun-glasses, especially polarized sun-
glasses. Adjust the brightness of the head-up display or remove your sun-glasses.
QStreet name display (vehicles with
navigation system)
Only street names which are included in the map data will be displayed.
Head-up display*
The head-up display projects a
variety of driving-related infor-
mation and the operating state
of the driving support systems
on the windshield.
System components
A
B
C
D
WARNING
QWhen using the head-up display
OCheck that the position and bright-
ness of the head-up display image does not interfere with safe driving. Incorrect adjustment of the image’s
position or brightness may obstruct the driver’s view and lead to an accident, resulting in death or seri-
ous injury.
ODo not continuously look at the
head-up display while driving as you may fail to see pedestrians, objects on the road, etc. ahead of
the vehicle.
NOTICE
QHead-up display projector
ODo not place any drinks near the head-up display projector. If the projector gets wet, electrical mal-
functions may result.

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4-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
Before driving
QSetting the alarm (if equipped)
Locking the doors will set the alarm sys- tem. ( P.78)
QConditions affecting the operation of the smart entry & start system or
wireless remote control
 P.222
QIf the smart entry & start system or the wireless remote control does
not operate properly
OUse the mechanical key to lock and
unlock the doors. ( P.545)
OReplace the key battery with a new
one if it is depleted. ( P.486)
QIf the 12-volt battery is discharged
The doors cannot be locked and unlocked using the smart entry & start
system or wireless remote control. Lock or unlock the doors using the mechani-cal key. ( P.545)
QRear seat reminder function
OIn order to remind you not to forget luggage, etc. in the rear seat, when
the power switch is turned to OFF after any of the following conditions are met, a buzzer will sound and a
message will be displayed on the multi-information display for approxi-mately 6 seconds.
• The hybrid system is started within 10 minutes after opening and closing a rear door.
• A rear door has been opened and closed after the hybrid system was started.
However, if a rear door is opened and
then closed within approximately 2 sec-
onds, the rear seat reminder function
may not operate.
OThe rear seat reminder function deter- mines that luggage, etc. has been
placed in a rear seat based on open- ing and closing of a rear door. There-fore, depending on the situation, the
rear seat reminder function may not operate and you may still forget lug-gage, etc. in the rear seat, or it may
operate unnecessarily.
OThe rear seat reminder function can be enabled/disabled. ( P.569)
QCustomization
Settings (e.g. unlocking function using a key) can be changed.(Customizable features: P.573)
WARNING
QTo prevent an accident
Observe the following precautions while driving the vehicle.
Failure to do so may result in a door opening and an occupant could be thrown out of the vehicle, resulting in
death or serious injury.
OEnsure that all doors are properly closed.
ODo not pull the inside handle of the doors while driving.
Be especially careful for the front doors, as the doors may be opened even if the inside lock buttons are in
locked position.
OSet the rear door child-protector
locks when children are seated in the rear seats.
QWhen opening or closing a door
Check the surroundings of the vehicle such as whether the vehicle is on an
incline, whether there is enough space for a door to open and whether a strong wind is blowing. When open-
ing or closing the door, hold the door handle tightly to prepare for any unpredictable movement.

2324-3. Adjusting the seats
QFront seats
1 Up
Pull the head restraints up.
2Down
Push the head restraint down while
pressing the lock release button .
QRear seats
1 Up
Pull the head restraints up.
2Down
Push the head restraint down while
pressing the lock release button .
QAdjusting the height of the head restraints (front seats)
Make sure that the head restraints are
adjusted so that the center of the head restraint is closest to the top of your ears.
QAdjusting the rear seat head restraint
Always raise the head restraint one level from the stowed position when using.
Pull the head restraint up while
pressing the lock release button
.
Head restraints
Head restraints are provided
for all seats.
WARNING
QHead restraint precautions
Observe the following precautions
regarding the head restraints. Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
OUse the head restraints designed for each respective seat.
OAdjust the head restraints to the correct position at all times.
OAfter adjusting the head restraints, push down on them and make sure they are locked in position.
ODo not drive with the head restraints removed.
Vertical adjustment
A
Removing the head
restraints
A
A

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4-4. Adjusting the steering wheel and mirrors
Before driving
*: If equipped
The height of the rear view mirror
can be adjusted to suit your driving
posture.
Adjust the height of the rear view
mirror by moving it up and down.
Responding to the level of bright-
ness of the headlights of vehicles
behind, the reflected light is auto-
matically reduced.
Changing automatic anti-glare
function mode on/off
When the automatic anti-glare function
is in ON mode, the indicator illumi-
nates.
The function will set to ON mode each
time the power switch is turned to ON.
Pressing the button turns the function
to OFF mode. (The indicator also
turns off.)
QTo prevent sensor error
To ensure that the sensors operate
properly, do not touch or cover them.
Inside rear view mirror*
The rear view mirror’s position
can be adjusted to enable suf-
ficient confirmation of the rear
view.
Adjusting the height of rear
view mirror
WARNING
QCaution while driving
Do not adjust the position of the mir- ror while driving.Doing so may lead to mishandling of
the vehicle and cause an accident, resulting in death or serious injury.
Anti-glare function
A
A