2022 TOYOTA RAV4 PLUG-IN HYBRID warning

4166-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
*: If equipped
Turns the heated steering wheel
on/off
The indicator light comes on when the
heated steering wheel is operating.
QOperation condition
The power switch is in ON.
Heated steering
wheel*/Front seat heat-
ers*/Front seat heaters
and ventilators*/Rear
seat heaters
 Heated steering wheel
Warm up the grip of the steering
wheel
 Front seat heaters
Warm up the front seat uphol-
stery
 Front seat ventilators
Maintain good ventilation by pull-
ing air through the Front seat
upholstery
 Rear seat heaters
Warm up the rear seat upholstery
WARNING
QTo prevent minor burn injuries
Care should be taken if anyone in the following categories comes in contact with the steering wheel or seats when
the heater is on:
OBabies, small children, the elderly, the sick and the physically chal-
lenged
OPersons with sensitive skin
OPersons who are fatigued
OPersons who have taken alcohol or drugs that induce sleep (sleeping drugs, cold remedies, etc.)
QTo prevent causes of overheat-ing and minor burn injuries
Observe the following precautions
when using a seat heater:
ODo not cover the seat with a blanket or cushion when using the seat
heater.
ODo not use seat heater more than
necessary.
NOTICE
QTo prevent damage to the seat heaters and seat ventilators
Do not put heavy objects that have an uneven surface on the seat and do not stick sharp objects (needles,
nails, etc.) into the seat.
QTo prevent 12-volt battery dis-
charge
Do not use the functions when the hybrid system is off.
Heated steering wheel

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6-3. Using the storage features
Interior features
Unlock with the mechanical key
Lock with the mechanical key
Open (pull up the lever)
Lift the lid while pushing the button
to release the lock.
QConsole box tray
The tray can be removed and stored in
the bottom of the console box.
WARNING
QItems that should not be left in the vehicle
Do not leave glasses, lighters or spray cans in the storage spaces, as this may cause the following when
cabin temperature becomes high:
OGlasses may be deformed by heat or cracked if they come into contact
with other stored items.
OLighters or spray cans may
explode. If they come into contact with other stored items, the lighter may catch fire or the spray can may
release gas, causing a fire hazard.
Glove box
WARNING
QCaution while driving
Keep the glove box closed. In the event of sudden braking or sudden swerving, an accident may occur due
to an occupant being struck by the open glove box or the items stored inside.
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B
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Console box
WARNING
QCaution while driving
Keep the console box closed.
Injuries may result in the event of an accident or sudden braking.

4246-3. Using the storage features
Front
Rear
Pull the armrest down
Front
Rear
QBottle holders
OWhen storing a bottle, close the cap.
OThe bottle may not be stored depend- ing on its size or shape.
Cup holders
WARNING
QItems unsuitable for the cup holders
Do not place anything other than cups or beverage cans in the cup holders. Inappropriate items must not be
stored in the cup holders even if the lid is closed. Other items may be thrown out of the
holders in the event of an accident or sudden braking and cause injury. If possible, cover hot drinks to prevent
burns.
Bottle holders
WARNING
QItems unsuitable for the bottle holders
Do not place anything other than a
bottle in the bottle holders. Other items may be thrown out of the holders in the event of an accident or
sudden braking and cause injury.

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6-3. Using the storage features
Interior features
Push the lid.
Driver’s side
Front passenger’s side
NOTICE
QItems that should be not stowed in the bottle holders
Do not place open bottles or glass and paper cups containing liquid in the bottle holders. The contents may
spill and glasses may break.
Auxiliary box (if equipped)
WARNING
QCaution while driving
Do not leave the auxiliary box open while driving.
Injuries may result in the event of an accident or sudden braking.
QItems unsuitable for storing
Do not store items heavier than 200 g (0.44 lb.).
Doing so may cause the auxiliary box to open and the items inside may fall out, resulting in an accident.
Card holder (right-hand
drive vehicles)
Open tray

4266-3. Using the storage features
Center
Vehicles with wireless charger:
 P.433
Raise the hook to use.
The cargo hooks are provided for
securing loose items.
Pull the tab and open the deck
board.
WARNING
QItems unsuitable for the open tray
Observe the following precautions when putting items in the open tray.
Failure to do so may cause items to be thrown out of the tray in the event of sudden braking or steering. In
these cases, the items may interfere with pedal operation or cause driver distraction, resulting in an accident.
ODo not store items in the tray that can easily shift or roll out.
ODo not stack items in the tray higher than the tray’s edge.
ODo not put items in the tray that may protrude over the tray’s edge.
Luggage compartment
features
Cargo hooks
WARNING
QWhen cargo hooks are not in use
To avoid injury, always return the hooks to their stowed positions when not in use.
Deck board

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6-3. Using the storage features
Interior features
Pull the tab and open the deck
board.
The AC charging cable, etc., can be
stored.
Vehicles without spare tire
Vehicles with spare tire
QInstalling the luggage cover
1 Compress the both ends of the
luggage cover and insert into
the recess to install.
WARNING
QWhen operating the deck board
Do not place anything on the deck
board when operating the board. Oth- erwise, your fingers may be caught or an accident may result causing inju-
ries.
QCaution while driving
Keep the deck board closed.
In the event of sudden braking, an accident may occur due to an occu-
pant being struck by the deck board or the items stored under the deck board.
Deck under trayWARNING
QCaution while driving
Keep the deck board closed.
In the event of sudden braking, an
accident may occur due to an occu- pant being struck by the deck board or the items stored in the deck under
tray.
Luggage cover (if equipped)

4286-3. Using the storage features
2Pull out the luggage cover and
hook it onto the anchors.
QRemoving the luggage cover
1 Release the cover from the left
and right anchors and allow it to
retract.
2 Compress the end of the lug-
gage cover and lift the luggage
cover up.
QStowing the luggage cover
(except for vehicles with spare
tire)
1 Open the rear deck board and
remove the deck side cover.
2 Place the both ends of the lug-
gage cover into the holder.
WARNING
QLuggage cover
OWhen installing/stowing the lug-
gage cover, make sure that the lug- gage cover is securely installed/stowed. Failure to do so
may result in serious injury in the event of sudden braking or a colli-sion.
ODo not place anything on the lug-gage cover. In the event of sudden
braking or turning, the item may go flying and strike an occupant. This could lead to an unexpected acci-
dent, resulting in death or serious injury.

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6-3. Using the storage features
Interior features
WARNING
ODo not allow children to climb on the luggage cover. Climbing on the
luggage cover could result in dam- age to the luggage cover, possibly causing death or serious injury to
the child.
NOTICE
QTo prevent damage to the lug- gage cover
Do not place anything on top of the luggage cover. When rolling up the luggage cover, objects may be caught
in the cover, damaging the cover and generating noise.