2022 TOYOTA RAV4 PLUG-IN HYBRID warning

1382-2. Charging
charging is displayed ( P.193).
QCharging at a public charging sta-
tion with authentication function
When a door is unlocked during charging, the charging connector is
unlocked and charging will be stopped. In this case, the charging station authentication is canceled and charging
may not be able to restart. Reconnect the charging connector and perform authentication for the charging station.
QProtection function of AC charging
inlet overheating (vehicles with 6.6 kW onboard traction battery char-ger)
By installing a temperature sensor to the AC charging inlet, prevents parts from melting when the temperature rises due
to foreign matter entering the charging connector. When a certain temperature increase is detected, charging is
stopped immediately and a message is displayed on the multi-information dis-play. After the temperature has
decreased, charging resumes by per- forming the operation to start charging again.
WARNING
QWhen charging
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may cause an unex-
pected accident, resulting in death or serious injury.
OConnect to a power source suitable
for charging. ( P.123)
OCheck that the AC charging cable,
plug and socket are free of foreign matter.
OBefore charging, check that the AC charging inlet is not deformed, damaged or corroded, and check
that the inlet is free of foreign mat- ter such as dirt, snow and ice. If there is dirt or dust in these areas,
remove completely before inserting the charging connector.
OBefore inserting the charging plug into the charger, make sure there is no dirt or dust on the terminal
areas. If there is dirt or dust in these areas, remove completely before inserting the charging plug.
ODo not get the terminals of the AC charging inlet wet.
OOnly use sockets where the plug can be securely inserted.
ODo not bundle or wind the AC charging cable while charging, as
doing so may result in overheating.
ODo not touch the terminals of the
charging connector and AC charging inlet with a sharp metal objects (needles etc.) or hands, or
short them with foreign objects.
OWhen charging outdoors, make
sure to connect to a rain-tight socket for outdoor use. Ensure the rain-tight cover closes completely. If
the rain-tight cover cannot be closed, install a rain-tight cover that will close.
OIn order to stop charging at the charging station, follow the instruc-
tions of the charger.
OIf any heat, smoke, odors, noise or
other abnormalities are noticed during charging, stop charging immediately.
ODo not insert the plug if the socket is submerged in water or snow.
OWhen charging while it is raining or snowing, do not connect or discon-
nect the plug if your hands are wet. Also, do not get the plug or outlet wet.
ODo not charge the vehicle during a lightning storm.
OPrevent the AC charging cable from being caught in the door or back
door.

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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.

1402-2. Charging
To prevent electrical shock, be sure
to remove by following the proce-
dures below.
1 Unlock the doors to unlock the
charging connector. ( P.121)
The charging connector will be
unlocked and the AC charging inlet light will illuminate when the doors are unlocked.
NOTICE
QWhen charging
Do not insert the plug into the AC
charging inlet.
The AC charging inlet may be dam- aged.
QUsing private power generator
Do not use private power generators
as a power source for charging.
Doing so may make charging unsta- ble, the voltage may be insufficient,
and the error warning indicator on the CCID (Charging Circuit Interrupting Device) of the AC charging cable may
flash.
QUsable temperature range
ODo not charge if the outside tem- perature is -30°C (-22°F) or below, as it is likely that charging will take
longer.
ODo not leave the vehicle or the
charging cable in areas where the outside temperature is lower than -40°C (-40°F).
QCharging station
Due to the environment in which the
power equipment is located, charging may be unstable due to noise, the voltage may be insufficient, and the
error warning indicator on the CCID (Charging Circuit Interrupting Device) of the AC charging cable may flash.
QOnboard traction battery char-ger cooling air intake vent
Cooling air intake vent for the
onboard traction battery charger is installed under the rear seats.
Make sure to observe the following
precautions regarding the cooling air intake vent. Failure to observe these precautions may result in a charging
system malfunction.
ODo not block the air intake vent with
seat covers or luggage
OIf the air intake vent is clogged with dust, clean it with a vacuum cleaner
ODo not allow water or foreign matter to enter the air intake vent
ODo not spill large amounts of water
near the air intake vent If water is spilled, have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota
retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer and do not charge the hybrid bat-
tery (traction battery) before the inspection.
After charging

1422-2. Charging
QWhen the outside temperature is low or high
The level shown on the SOC (State of Charge) gauge ( P.172) may drop slightly when the power switch is turned
to ON, even if charging has been com- pleted and the hybrid battery (traction battery) is fully charged. However, this
does not indicate a malfunction.
QWhen removing the charging con- nector
Unlock the doors using the smart entry
& start system or wireless remote con- trol to unlock the charging connector, check that the lock is released, and then
pull the charging connector towards you. ( P.120)
QIf the charging connector cannot be unlocked
 P.122
WARNING
QAfter charging
Remove the plug if it will not be used for a long time.
Dirt and dust may accumulate plug or
socket, which could cause a malfunc- tion or fire, possibly leading to death or serious injury.
NOTICE
QAfter charging
OStore the AC charging cable out of
reach from infants and children.
OAfter disconnecting the charging
connector from the AC charging inlet, make sure to put on the AC charging inlet cap and close the
charging port lid. If the AC charging inlet cap is not put on, water or for-eign objects may enter the AC
charging inlet, which could lead to vehicle damage.
OAfter removing the plug from the socket, keep it in a safe place free from moisture and dust. The AC
charging cable or plug may be dam- aged if the cable is stepped on or ridden over by the vehicle.

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the settings are confirmed
OThe vehicle starts off
OA display with a higher priority than that of the charging schedule setting is shown
Q“Next Event”
After charging completes, the “Next Event” displayed on the multi-informa-tion display will not change until the AC
charging cable is removed, even after charging is performed according to the “Next Event” schedule.
QTo return to original setting after
changing “Next Event” setting
Turning the setting of “Charge Now” on and then off can return the setting of
“Next Event” to its original setting.
QWhen “Next Event” is changed while charging
OWhen the charging mode is “Depar-ture”, the current charging is inter-rupted or continued depending on the
remaining time until the charging is completed.
OWhen the charging mode is “Start”, the current charging is interrupted, the next charging will start at the set time.
QWhen the power switch is turned
off
You can check the next charging sched- ule (“Next Event”) on the “Closing Dis-
play” screen* when “Closing Display” is
set to “Charging Schedule” on
screen of the multi-information display
and the power switch is turned off.*: The “Closing Display” screen may not
be displayed during charging.
WARNING
QCautions while performing the setting operation
When performing the setting opera- tion while the hybrid system is oper-ated, 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
QWhile performing the setting operation
When performing the setting opera- tion while the hybrid system is stopped, be careful that the 12-volt
battery will not be discharged.

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QWhen a door is unlocked while
using “My Room Mode”
The charging connector unlocks,
charging stops and “My Room Mode”
stops. In order to use “My Room Mode”
again, reconnect the AC charging cable
and start “My Room Mode” (P.152).
When using “My Room Mode” with pub-
lic charging station, operation to start
charging using the charger may be
required again before starting “My Room
Mode”.
QMeter display during charging
If “My Room Mode” is not turned on for
approximately 100 seconds after the
power switch is turned on during
charging, the power switch will automat-
ically turn off.
QWhile using “My Room Mode”
Any of the following may occur.
OWhen the remaining charge of the
hybrid battery (traction battery)
reaches the lower limit, the air condi-
tioning system automatically turns off.
In this situation, the air conditioning
system cannot be used until the
remaining charge of the hybrid battery
(traction battery) increases. Turn the
power switch off and use “My Room
Mode” after the remaining charge of
the hybrid battery (traction battery) is
restored.
OWhen the outside temperature is low,
the heater output may be limited due
to the air conditioning system opera-
tion being restricted.
OWarning lights and indicators such as
electric power steering system warn-
ing light (yellow) and malfunction indi-
cator lamp may turn on, but this is not
a malfunction.
Also, when the surrounding area is
dark, the headlights are turned on.
(P.288)
QWhen a charging schedule is regis-
tered
When “My Room Mode” starts while the
charging schedule is on standby, charging schedules are ignored and
charging starts.
QWhen “My Room Mode” is used
while the hybrid battery (traction
battery) is fully charged
When the power switch is turned on
while the hybrid battery (traction battery)
is fully charged and the charging con-
nector that supplies power is connected,
“Charging Port Lid is Open” is displayed
on the multi-information display. In this
case, press of the meter control
switches to display the setting screen of
“My Room Mode”, and then select “My
Room Mode”.
When “My Room Mode” is used while
the hybrid battery (traction battery) is
fully charged, the electric power of the
hybrid battery (traction battery) may be
consumed. In this case, charging may
be performed again.
QWhen a message related to “My
Room Mode” is displayed
When a message is displayed on the
multi-information display while using or
attempting to start “My Room Mode”,
take the following correction proce-
dures.
O“Traction battery is too low for “My
Room Mode””
There is insufficient remaining charge in
the hybrid battery (traction battery) for
starting “My Room Mode”.
Wait until the charge of the hybrid bat-
tery (traction battery) increases, then
start “My Room Mode”.
O““My Room Mode” has stopped due to
low traction battery”
The remaining charge in the hybrid bat-
tery (traction battery) is insufficient.
Stop using “My Room Mode” and
charge the hybrid battery (traction bat-
tery).
O““My Room Mode” will stop when trac-
tion battery is too low Reduce power
usage to continue using “My Room

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Mode””
The power consumption inside the vehi-
cle is greater than the power being
charged to the hybrid battery (traction
battery), and the remaining charge of
the hybrid battery (traction battery) is
low.*
• “My Room Mode” will end unless the power consumption inside the vehicle is improved.
• To continue using “My Room Mode”, turn off the power of systems such as the air conditioning system and audio
system to increase the remaining charge of the hybrid battery (traction battery).*: The power balance status during “My
Room Mode” can be checked from the
remaining charge display screen for
the hybrid battery (traction battery)
displayed on the multi-information dis-
play.
WARNING
QCautions for using “My Room Mode”
Make sure to observe the following
precautions.
Failure to do so may result in serious health problems or even death.
ODo not leave children, people who need assistance, or pets inside the
vehicle. The system may turn off automatically and the interior tem-perature may become high or low,
resulting in heat stroke, dehydration or hypothermia. Devices such as the wipers can also be used, which
may lead to mistaken operation and an accident.
OCheck the safety around the vehicle carefully before use.

1562-2. Charging
QThe error warning indicator on the CCID (Charging Circuit Interrupt-
ing Device) flashes.
QCharging indicator of the charging port does not illuminate, even
though charging connector is connected.
Likely causeCorrection procedure
Electrical leakage detection function or
self-diagnostic function operates and
power is cut off
When the voltage is insufficient, the error
warning indicator may flash when there
is noise interference. Perform a reset
and connect to a proper power source.
(P.113)
If charging does not start, immediately
stop charging and contact any authorized
Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized
repairer, or any reliable repairer.
Likely causeCorrection procedure
The plug is not properly connected to the
socketCheck whether the plug is properly con-
nected to the socket.
Charging connector is not securely con-
nected to AC charging inlet
Check the connection status of the
charging connector.
When connecting the charging con-
nector, insert the charging connector
securely.
After connecting the charging connec-
tor, check that the charging indicator of
the charging port is turned on.
If the charging indicator of the charging
port does not illuminate, even though the
charging connector is securely con-
nected, there may be a malfunction in the
system. Immediately stop charging and
contact any authorized Toyota retailer or
Toyota authorized repairer, or any reli-
able repairer.
Hybrid battery (traction battery) is
already fully chargedWhen the hybrid battery (traction battery)
is fully charged, charging is not per-
formed.
The charger does not operatePlease contact the facility manager when
there is a problem with charger.