2022 TOYOTA RAV4 PLUG-IN HYBRID checking oil

13Pictorial index
Precautions against winter season ................................................. P.398
To prevent freezing (windshield wiper de-icer)
*1............................. P.411
Precautions against car wash ......................................................... P.443
Replacing the wiper insert............................................................... P.482
Fuel filler door ............................................................................... P.298
Refueling method ............................................................................ P.298
Fuel type/fuel tank capacity ............................................................ P.560
Charging port ................................................................................ P.105
Charging method ............................................................................ P.126
Tires ............................................................................................... P.463
Tire size/inflation pressure .............................................................. P.564
Winter tires/tire chain ...................................................................... P.398
Checking/rotation/tire pressure warning system ............................. P.463
Coping with flat tires................................................................ P.522, 533
Hood ............................................................................................... P.452
Opening .......................................................................................... P.452
Engine oil ........................................................................................ P.561
Coping with overheat ...................................................................... P.551
Warning messages ......................................................................... P.518
Headlights/front position lights/daytime running lights ........... P.288
Turn signal lights .......................................................................... P.281
Front fog lights.............................................................................. P.293
Stop lights/tail lights..................................................................... P.288
Tail lights ....................................................................................... P.288
Back-up lights
Shifting the shift lever to R .............................................................. P.277
Light bulbs of the exterior lights for driving
(Replacing method: P.491, Watts: P.565)
E
F
G
H
I
J
K
L
M

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7 7-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Maintenance and care
Fuse boxes (P.488)
Engine oil filler cap (P.456)
Engine oil level dipstick (P.455)
Radiator (P.458)
Electric cooling fan
Condenser (P.458)
Power control unit coolant reservoir (P.458)
Washer fluid tank (P.459)
Engine coolant reservoir (P.457)
Q12-volt battery
P.460
With the engine at operating tem-
perature and turned off, check the
Engine compartment
Components
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
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Checking and adding the
engine oil

4567-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
oil level on the dipstick.
QChecking the engine oil
1Park the vehicle on level
ground. After warming up the
engine and turning off the hybrid
system, wait more than 5 min-
utes for the oil to drain back into
the bottom of the engine.
2Holding a rag under the end,
pull the dipstick out.
3Wipe the dipstick clean.
4Reinsert the dipstick fully.
5Holding a rag under the end,
pull the dipstick out and check
the oil level.
Low
Normal
Excessive
The shape of the dipstick may differ depending on the type of vehicle or
engine.
6Wipe the dipstick and reinsert it
fully.
QChecking the oil type and pre-
paring the items needed
Make sure to check the oil type and
prepare the items needed before
adding oil.
Engine oil selection
P.561
Oil quantity (Low  Full)
1.5 L (1.6 qt., 1.3 Imp. qt.)
Item
Clean funnel
QAdding engine oil
If the oil level is below or near the
low level mark, add engine oil of the
same type as that already in the
engine.
1Remove the oil filler cap by turn-
ing it counterclockwise.
2Add engine oil slowly, checking
the dipstick.
3Install the oil filler cap by turning
it clockwise.
A
B
C

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7-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Maintenance and care
QEngine oil consumption
A certain amount of engine oil will be
consumed while driving. In the following situations, oil consumption may increase, and engine oil may need to be
refilled in between oil maintenance inter- vals.
OWhen the engine is new, for example directly after purchasing the vehicle or after replacing the engine
OIf low quality oil or oil of an inappropri-ate viscosity is used
OWhen driving at high engine speeds or with a heavy load, when towing, or
when driving while accelerating or decelerating frequently
OWhen leaving the engine idling for a long time, or when driving frequently through heavy traffic
The coolant level is satisfactory if it
is between the “FULL” and “LOW”
lines on the reservoir when the
hybrid system is cold.
QEngine coolant reservoir
Reservoir cap
“FULL” line
WARNING
QUsed engine oil
OUsed engine oil contains poten-
tially harmful contaminants which may cause skin disorders such as inflammation and skin cancer, so
care should be taken to avoid pro- longed and repeated contact. To remove used engine oil from your
skin, wash thoroughly with soap and water.
ODispose of used oil and filters only in a safe and acceptable manner. Do not dispose of used oil and fil-
ters in household trash, in sewers or onto the ground. Call any autho-rized Toyota retailer or Toyota
authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer, service station or auto parts store for information concern-
ing recycling or disposal.
ODo not leave used engine oil within
the reach of children.
NOTICE
QTo prevent serious engine dam- age
Check the oil level on a regular basis.
QWhen replacing the engine oil
OBe careful not to spill engine oil on the vehicle components.
OAvoid overfilling, or the engine could be damaged.
OCheck the oil level on the dipstick every time you refill the vehicle.
OBe sure the engine oil filler cap is properly tightened.
QIf oil is spilled on the engine cover
To prevent the engine cover from
being damaged, remove any engine oil from the engine cover as soon as possible using a neutral detergent. Do
not use an organic solvent such as brake cleaner.
Checking the coolant
A
B

591Alphabetical Index
Electronic sunshade .................... 250
Jam protection function .............. 251
Operation ................................... 250
Emergency, in case of
If a warning buzzer sounds ........ 508
If a warning light turns on ........... 508
If a warning message is displayed
................................................. 518
If the 12-volt battery is discharged
................................................. 546
If the electronic key does not operate
properly.................................... 544
If the fuel filler door cannot be
opened..................................... 543
If the hybrid system will not start 541
If the vehicle is submerged or water
on the road is rising ................. 501
If you have a flat tire........... 522, 533
If you lose your keys .................. 543
If you think something is wrong.. 506
If your vehicle becomes stuck .... 555
If your vehicle has to be stopped in
an emergency .......................... 500
If your vehicle needs to be towed
................................................. 503
If your vehicle overheats ............ 551
Emergency brake signal .............. 392
Emergency flashers ..................... 500
Emergency tire puncture repair kit
..................................................... 522
Energy monitor ............................. 193
Engine
Compartment ............................. 455
Exhaust gas precautions.............. 47
Hood .......................................... 452
How to start the hybrid system... 273
Identification number.................. 559
If the hybrid system will not start 541
If your vehicle has to be stopped in
an emergency .......................... 500
Overheating ............................... 551Power switch .............................. 273
Engine coolant
Capacity ..................................... 562
Checking .................................... 457
High coolant temperature warning
light .......................................... 509
Preparing and checking before win-
ter ............................................. 398
Warning light .............................. 509
Engine coolant temperature gauge
..................................................... 172
Engine oil
Capacity ..................................... 561
Checking .................................... 455
Preparing and checking before win-
ter ............................................. 398
Warning light .............................. 509
EPS (Electric Power Steering)
Function ..................................... 392
Warning light .............................. 510
EV/HV mode selection switch........ 86
EV driving range ........................... 102
EV mode ..........................................85
Exhaust gas precautions ............... 47
Extended Headlight Lighting system
..................................................... 289
F
Flat tire ................................... 522, 533
Tire pressure warning system .... 465
Floor mats ....................................... 32
Fluid
Brake .......................................... 564
Hybrid transmission.................... 563
Rear differential .......................... 564
Washer ....................................... 459
Fog lights
Replacing light bulbs ..................491
Switch......................................... 293
Footwell lights............................... 419
Front fog lights

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Vanity lights................................ 430
Wattage...................................... 565
Vanity mirrors ............................... 430
Vehicle data recordings ................... 7
Vehicle identification number ..... 558
Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) ... 391
Ventilators (seat ventilators) ....... 416
VSC (Vehicle Stability Control) ... 391
W
Warning buzzers
Approach warning ...................... 339
Brake hold .................................. 514
Brake Override System .............. 514
Brake system ............................. 508
BSM OFF indicator .................... 513
Charging system ........................ 509
Downshifting ...................... 279, 281
Drive-Start Control ..................... 514
Electric power steering............... 510
High coolant temperature........... 509
Hybrid system overheat ............. 509
Low engine oil pressure ............. 509
LTA (Lane Tracing Assist) . 318, 511
Open door .................................. 206
Open hood ................................. 206
Open window ............................. 248
PKSB OFF indicator................... 512
Pre-collision warning .......... 311, 511
Radar cruise control ................... 339
RCTA (Rear Crossing Traffic Alert)
................................................. 349
RCTA OFF indicator .................. 513
RSA (Road Sign Assist) ............. 328
Seat belt reminder.............. 515, 516
Shift position ...................... 280, 281
Toyota parking assist ................. 371
Toyota parking assist-sensor OFF
indicator ................................... 512
Vehicle sway warning ................ 322
Warning lightsABS ............................................ 510
Brake hold operated indicator .... 514
Brake Override System .............. 514
Brake system .............................508
BSM OFF indicator..................... 513
Charging system ........................ 509
Driver’s seat belt reminder light.. 515
Drive-Start Control ..................... 514
Electric power steering ............... 510
Engine ........................................510
Front passenger’s seat belt reminder
light .......................................... 515
High coolant temperature ........... 509
Hybrid system overheat ............. 509
Low engine oil pressure ............. 509
Low fuel level .............................515
LTA indicator .............................. 511
Malfunction indicator lamp ......... 510
Parking brake indicator .............. 514
PCS warning light.......................511
PKSB OFF indicator ................... 512
PKSB.......................................... 512
RCTA OFF indicator................... 513
Rear passengers’ seat belt reminder
lights......................................... 516
Seat belt reminder light ...... 515, 516
Slip indicator............................... 513
SRS ............................................ 510
Tire pressure .............................. 515
Toyota parking assist-sensor OFF
indicator ...................................512
Warning messages .......................518
Washer
Checking .................................... 459
Low washer fluid warning message
......................................... 459, 518
Preparing and checking before win-
ter ............................................. 398
Switch................................. 294, 296
Washing and waxing .................... 442
Wheels ........................................... 473