2023 TOYOTA RAV4 PLUG-IN HYBRID Owners Manual

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2 2-1. Plug-in hybrid system
Plug-in hybrid system
The value displayed on the SOC
(State of Charge) gauge (P.187,
193) is estimated from the following
information.
The amount of hybrid battery
(traction battery) charge cur-
rently remaining
The electricity consumption (the
estimated distance that EV driv-
ing is possible per unit of electri-
cal energy) based on the
recorded value
Past air conditioning system
electricity consumption amount
The electricity consumption varies
depending on how the vehicle is
driven. The vehicle automatically
records the electricity consumption
when being charged and uses the electricity consumption for estimat-
ing the EV driving range. Therefore,
the EV driving range displayed
when the hybrid battery (traction
battery) is fully charged may differ
from the previous EV driving range
depending on how the vehicle was
driven.
The EV driving range may change
significantly with each charging
until the electricity consumption
based on the recorded value is sta-
ble (for approximately the first
month or two). However, this does
not indicate a malfunction.
When the air conditioning system is
turned on, the EV driving range
(with using the air conditioning sys-
tem) is estimated based on the past
air conditioning electricity con-
sumption amount considering that
the electricity consumption may
become higher.
The distance that EV driving is pos-
sible varies significantly depending
on how the vehicle is driven, road
conditions, the weather, the outside
temperature, usage conditions of
electrical components and the num-
ber of occupants.
The distance that EV driving is pos-
sible can be extended if the follow-
ing is performed:
EV driving range
The EV driving range displayed
on the multi-information dis-
play shows the reference dis-
tance that EV driving (driving
using only the electric motor)
is possible, and the actual dis-
tance that can be driven may
differ from that displayed.
Even if the EV driving range is
displayed, EV driving may be
canceled and both gasoline
engine and electric motor are
used depending on the situation.
(P.90)
Displayed value
Tips for extending the EV
driving range

1042-1. Plug-in hybrid system
■When starting off, depress the
accelerator pedal smoothly to
accelerate
As a guide, accelerate up to
approximately 20 km/h (12mph) in
the first 5 seconds.
Electrical and fuel efficiency can be
improved just by using the ECO
Accelerator Guidance displayed on
the multi-information display and
taking care to start off gently.
(P.202)
When the driving mode is set to Eco
drive mode, depressing the accelerator
pedal generates smooth torque that
makes it easier to operate the accelera-
tor gently.
■Maintain sufficient vehicle-to-
vehicle distance and do not
accelerate or decelerate
unnecessarily
Try to maintain a fixed speed while
driving. Driving at a short vehicle-
to-vehicle distance will result in
repeating wasteful acceleration and
deceleration, which will worsen the
electrical and fuel efficiency.
■Release the accelerator pedal
early before stopping the vehi-
cle, such as at a traffic light
The regenerative brake will operate
to convert the kinetic energy of the
vehicle into electrical energy, which
will charge the hybrid battery (trac-
tion battery).
The regeneration status can be
checked from the Hybrid System
Indicator. (P.190)When the brake pedal is depressed
lightly during deceleration, the
regeneration amount increases,
enabling more electrical energy to
be recovered.
If the brake pedal is depressed too
strongly, the recovered amount indica-
tor will reach the maximum level and
the upper limit of the recoverable
energy will be exceeded. Therefore, be
sure to operate the brake pedal early.
■Use the air conditioning sys-
tem appropriately, and also
utilize the heated steering
wheel (if equipped) and seat
heaters
In EV mode, the vehicle is cooled
and heated by electrical energy.
(Except in extremely cold tempera-
tures of approximately -10°C (14°F)
or less.)
Preventing excessive cooling or
heating of the vehicle will reduce
power consumption and improve
electrical efficiency.
The heated steering wheel (if
equipped) and seat heaters are effi-
cient heating device that directly
warm the body using less electric
power.
When used together with the air condi-
tioning system, a low temperature set-
ting can be used to improve electrical
and fuel efficiency.
■Check the tire pressure
If the tire pressure is lower than the
specified value, it will worsen the
electrical and fuel efficiency.

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2 2-1. Plug-in hybrid system
Plug-in hybrid system
A pressure level 50 kPa (0.5 kgf/cm2 or
bar, 7 psi) lower than the specified
value will cause a worsening of several
percentage points.
■When driving on highways,
use the EV/HV mode selection
switch to drive in HV mode
The power consumption will
increase significantly if the vehicle
is driven in EV mode on highways.
■Do not load unnecessary
objects in the vehicle
Driving with objects weighing 100
kg (220 lb.) in the vehicle will
worsen the electrical and fuel effi-
ciency by approximately 3%.
Air resistance also greatly affects
electrical and fuel efficiency.
Remove any exterior accessories
such as a roof luggage carrier when
they are not being used.
The running resistance of snow
tires is high and they will worsen
electrical and fuel efficiency.
Replace them with standard tires
as soon as they are no longer
needed.
■Know your vehicle’s electrical
and fuel efficiency
If you know your vehicle’s daily
electrical and fuel efficiency, you
will understand the benefits of Eco
drive.
Use the Power Consumption/Fuel
Economy, ECO Accelerator Guid-
ance/“Eco Score” and other data
displayed on the multi-information display.
The following indicate that charging
has been carried out properly.
The charging indicator of the
charging port turns off
“Charging Complete” is dis-
played on the multi-information
display when a door is opened
with the power switch off
(P.131)
Regardless of the type of power
source or whether the charging
schedule function is used, charging
is completed if the above can be
confirmed.
Charging-related messages: P.172
Display when charging is
completed

1062-2. Charging
2-2.Charging
AC charging inlet
AC charging inlet light
Charging indicator ( P.107)
AC charging inlet cap
Caution label/identification label
Charging port lid ( P.107)
AC charging cable* ( P.109)
Charging port
*: If the AC charging cable is equipped.
Charging equipment
This vehicle features equipment for connecting to an external
power source.
Charging equipment and names
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H

107
2 2-2. Charging
Plug-in hybrid system
■Opening the charging port lid
Unlock the charging port lid by
unlocking the doors.
Slightly open the charging port lid
by pressing the rear edge of it (the
position shown in the illustration).
Push and take your hand away to
slightly open the charging port lid. Then
open the lid fully by hand.
■Closing the charging port lid
Close the charging port lid and
press the central rear edge of the
charging port lid (the location
shown in the illustration).
When the doors are locked, the
charging port lid is also locked.
(P.121)
The illumination/flashing pattern changes to inform the user of the charging
status in the following ways.
Opening and closing the
charging port lid
Charging indicator

1082-2. Charging
*: Flashes for a certain period of time, and then turns off.
■Charging indicator of the charging port
When a system malfunction occurs while charging or using the Remote Air Condi-
tioning System, the charging indicator rapidly flashes for a certain period of time, and
then turns off.
If this occurs, when a door is opened with the power switch off, a message is dis-
played on the multi-information display. When a message is displayed, follow the
instructions displayed on the screen.
Illumination/flashing patternVehicle condition
Illuminated
Charging is in progress
Charging is possible
“Battery Heater” (P.128) is operating
“Battery Cooler” (P.128) is operating
Flashing (normally)*When charging schedule is registered (P.144) and
AC charging cable is connected to vehicle
Rapidly flashing*When charging cannot be carried out due to malfunc-
tion in a power source or the vehicle etc. (P.169)
Not illuminated
Charging connector is not inserted into AC
charging inlet
When the charging schedule (P.144) is on
standby
When charging is completed

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2
2-2. Charging
Plug-in hybrid system
*: If the AC charging cable is equipped.
AC charging cable*
The function, correct operating
procedure, etc. of the AC
charging cable are explained.
WARNING
■When using the AC charging cable and CCID (Charging Circuit Interrupting Device)
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may cause an unex- pected accident, resulting in death or
serious injury.
●Do not attempt to disassemble or repair the AC charging cable,
charging connector, plug or CCID (Charging Circuit Interrupting Device).
If a problem arises with the AC charging cable or the CCID (Charging Circuit Interrupting
Device), stop charging immediately and contact any authorized Toyota
retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
●Do not subject the AC charging cable, charging connector, plug or CCID (Charging Circuit Interrupting
Device) to strong force or impact.
●Do not apply excessive force to the
AC charging cable by forcefully folding, twisting, pulling or dragging the AC charging cable.
●Do not damage the AC charging cable with sharp objects.
●Do not fold the charging connector or plug or insert foreign objects into
them.
●Do not put the charging connector
and plug into water.
●Do not bring the AC charging cable to a high-temperature item such as a heating device.
●Do not apply a load to the AC charging cable and plug-cord (such
as wrapping the AC charging cable around the CCID (Charging Circuit Interrupting Device) and the
charging connector).
●Do not use or leave the AC
charging cable in situations where a load is applied to the socket and the plug (such as when the CCID
(Charging Circuit Interrupting Device) is hanging in the air without contacting the ground).
●Mode 3 AC charging cable: Do not use outside the rated voltage (less
than 277 V) or rated current (less than 20 A).
NOTICE
■Precautions when handling AC
charging cable
Make sure to observe the following precautions. Failure to observe these
precautions may result in damage to the AC charging cable and AC charging inlet.
●Insert the charging connector straight into the AC charging inlet.
●After inserting the charging connec-tor, do not apply excessive force to
or twist the connector. Also, do not lean on the connector or hang any objects from it.
●Do not step on or trip over the AC charging cable.
●Before removing the charging con-nector, make sure that it is
unlocked. ( P.121)
●After removing the AC charging
cable, promptly return it to its proper location.

1102-2. Charging
Mode 2 AC charging cable
Charging connector
Identification label
NOTICE
●After removing the charging con- nector, securely install the AC
charging inlet cap.
■When using the AC charging
cable and related parts
 P.135
■Precautions for low tempera- tures
In low temperatures, the AC charging
cable and plug-cord may become hard.
Therefore, make sure to not apply
excessive force when they are hard. If excessive force is applied to the hard-ened AC charging cable and plug-
cord, they may be damaged.
The names of each part of the AC charging cable
A
B