2023 TOYOTA RAV4 PLUG-IN HYBRID Owners Manual

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2-2. Charging
Plug-in hybrid system
■Charging from an external
power source ( P.135)
This is a charging method used
when charging from an AC socket
(220 V - 240 V) with the AC
charging cable equipped to the
vehicle or charging at a public
charging station.
The charging start time (or departure
time) and day can be set to carry out
charging using the charging schedule
at the desired date and time. ( P.144)
■Using the hybrid battery (trac-
tion battery) charge mode
( P.87)
The plug-in hybrid system can be
switched to hybrid battery (traction
battery) charge mode to charge the
hybrid battery (traction battery)
using electricity generated by gaso-
line engine operation.
The maximum charge amount in the
hybrid battery (traction battery) charge
mode is approximately 80% of the fully
charged capacity for the charging from
an external power source.
This vehicle is equipped with sev-
eral functions that are linked with
WARNING
●Do not connect to a branch electri- cal socket.
●Make sure to connect the charging connector and AC charging inlet
directly. Do not connect a convert- ing adaptor or extension cord between the charging connector
and AC charging inlet.
Charging methods
The following methods can be
used to charge the hybrid bat-
tery (traction battery).
Types of charging methods
Charging-linked functions

1282-2. Charging
charging.
■“My Room Mode” (P.164)
When the AC charging cable is
connected to the vehicle, electrical
components such as the air condi-
tioning system or audio system can
be used using the external power
source
*.
*: The power of the hybrid battery (trac-
tion battery) may be used depending
on the situation.
■“Battery Heater”
When the outside temperature is
low and the AC charging cable is
connected to the vehicle, this func-
tion automatically warms the hybrid
battery (traction battery) until it
reaches or exceeds a certain tem-
perature.
“Battery Heater” will operate when
the “Battery Heater” of the
“Charging Settings” on the multi-
information display is on. (P.207)
■Hybrid battery (traction bat-
tery) warming control (Green-
land only)
This control operates after the AC
charging cable remains connected
to the vehicle for 3 days and “Bat-
tery Heater” automatically stops. It
automatically insulates the hybrid
battery (traction battery) in
extremely low temperatures.
This control stops 31 days after
the AC charging cable is con-
nected, even if it is still con-
nected to the vehicle.When this control operates,
charging schedule settings are
ignored and charging starts.
■“Battery Cooler”
When the hybrid battery (traction
battery) is hot and the AC charging
cable is connected to the vehicle,
this function cools the hybrid bat-
tery (traction battery) before
charging is carried out.
“Battery Cooler” will operate when
the “Battery Cooler” of the
“Charging Settings” on the multi-
information display is on. (P.207)
■Traction battery heating and cool-
ing system (“Battery Heater” and
“Battery Cooler”)
●The system operates when the hybrid
battery (traction battery) is below or
above a certain temperature.
●The system may operate when
charging is not being performed.
●When the charging schedule is used
(P.144), this function will operate
according to the charging schedule.
■“Battery Heater”
●When “Battery Heater” is operating,
the charging indicator illuminates.
●When the AC charging cable is
removed from the vehicle or remains
connected to the vehicle for approxi-
mately 3 days, the system automati-
cally stops.
●When “Battery Heater” is operating
during charging, the charging time
may be longer than normal.
●If the outside temperature becomes
high while “Battery Heater” is operat-
ing, charging may complete earlier
than the “Departure” or “Departure
time” time set. (P.144)
●When the following operations are

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performed while “Battery Heater” is
operating, the hybrid battery (traction
battery) heating operation stops.
• The shift lever is changed to any posi-
tion other than P
• The Remote Air Conditioning System
is operated (P.438)
●“Battery Heater” may operate even
when the hybrid battery (traction bat-
tery) is fully charged depending on the
temperature of the hybrid battery
(traction battery).
• The remaining charge of the hybrid
battery (traction battery) decreases
when “Battery Heater” operates. The
charging operation may start again to
charge the hybrid battery (traction bat-
tery).
• “Charging Stopped Due to Pulled
Charging Connector” may be shown
when the charging connector is
removed while recharging. (P.172)
■“Battery Cooler”
●The charging indicator is illuminated
while “Battery Cooler” is on standby or
operating.
●“Battery Cooler” is implemented for a
maximum of approximately 30 min-
utes. However, when the “Departure”
or “Departure time” time is set
(P.144) and there is not sufficient
time between the current time and the
time that charging will complete, “Bat-
tery Cooler” operation time may
become shorter.
●When there is a small amount of
remaining charge in the hybrid battery
(traction battery), even if the hybrid
battery (traction battery) is hot, “Bat-
tery Cooler” may not be implemented.
●When the traction battery is almost
completely charged, “Battery Cooler”
may not be implemented.
●When the following operations are
performed while “Battery Cooler” is
operating, the hybrid battery (traction
battery) cooling operation stops.
• The hood is opened
• The power switch is turned to any
mode other than off• The Remote Air Conditioning System
is operated (P.438)
• “Charge Now” is implemented
(P.145)
●“Battery Cooler” uses the power of the
hybrid battery (traction battery) and
external power source.
• While “Battery Cooler” is operating,
the amount of the remaining charge of
the hybrid battery (traction battery)
increases and decreases in a certain
range, and does not increase as in
normal charging.
• The operation of “Battery Cooler” is
recognized as charging by a charger.
The charger that calculates the fee
according to charging time causes a
charging fee.

1302-2. Charging
To enable the use of EV mode or
AUTO EV/HV mode, we recom-
mend systematically charging the
vehicle.
■Before leaving home
In order to use EV mode or AUTO
EV/HV mode, charge the hybrid
battery (traction battery) at home
before leaving.
The charging schedule function
(P.144) can be used to set the sys-
tem to automatically fully charge the
hybrid battery (traction battery) before
your desired departure time. It is also
possible to set the air conditioning to
make the interior in a comfortable state
before your desired departure time.
■At your destination
Use a public charging station to
charge the hybrid battery (traction battery).
If there are no charging facilities at
your destination, the hybrid battery
(traction battery) can be charged
using the hybrid battery (traction
battery) charge mode. (P.87)
*
*: When using the hybrid battery (trac-
tion battery) charge mode while
parked, make sure that no flammable
objects are near the vehicle and the
vehicle is parked in a well-ventilated
area. (P.88)
■After returning home
In order to drive the next time,
charge the hybrid battery (traction
battery).
Settings the charging schedule allows
you to charge the hybrid battery (trac-
tion battery) at the desired time such as
late at night or early in the morning.
Furthermore, the charging schedule
can be set to automatically charge the
hybrid battery (traction battery) every
day or at the same time on certain
days. (P.144)
Charging tips
This section explains methods
for using the charging function
for this vehicle and checking
information related to
charging.
Systematically charging

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Information related to charging is
displayed and can be checked on
the multi-information display.
■While charging
When any door is opened during
charging, the current charging con-
dition and approximate time
remaining until charging is com-
plete are displayed for a certain
period of time.
Vehicles with 7-inch multi-infor-
mation display
Vehicles with 12.3-inch multi-information display
■After charging is complete
When any door is opened with the
power switch off after charging is
complete, a message detailing the
results of the charging is displayed
for a while. Also, a message is dis-
played if an operation that stops
charging is performed or a situation
where charging cannot be per-
formed occurs.
When a message is displayed, follow
the instructions displayed on the
screen. (P.172)
Vehicles with 7-inch multi-infor-
mation display
Vehicles with 12.3-inch multi-
information display
■Multi-information display during
charging
If approximately 100 seconds elapse
after the power switch is turned to ON
during charging, the power switch will
automatically turn off and the display will
disappear.
Checking information
related to charging
A
B
A
B

1322-2. Charging
■Safety functions
●The hybrid system will not start while the AC charging cable is attached to the vehicle, even if the power switch is
operated.
●If the AC charging cable is connected
while the “READY” indicator is illumi- nated, the hybrid system will stop automatically and driving will not be
possible.
This vehicle has been designed to
allow charging from an external
power source using a AC charging
cable for exclusive use with stan-
dard household AC sockets.
However, the vehicle differs greatly
from standard household electrical
goods in the following ways, and
incorrect usage could cause fire or
electric shock, possibly leading to
death or serious injury.
 When charging, a large amount
of current will flow for a long
time.
 Charging can be conducted out-
doors.
To charge properly, follow the pro-
cedure after reading the explana-
tion below. Charging is intended to
be carried out by licensed drivers
only who properly understand the
charging procedure.
 Do not allow children to use the
AC charging cable without
supervision. Also, keep the AC
charging cable out of reach of
infants.
Things to know before
charging
Make sure to read the follow-
ing precautions before con-
necting the AC charging cable
to the vehicle and charging the
hybrid battery (traction bat-
tery).
WARNING
■Caution when charging
People with implantable cardiac pace-
makers or cardiac resynchronization therapy-pacemakers should not carry out the charging procedure. Ask
someone else to do it.
●Do not approach the charger and
AC charging cable while charging. Charging procedure may affect the operation of such devices.
●Do not remain in the vehicle during charging.
Charging procedure may affect the operation of such devices.
●Do not enter the vehicle even to take something out of the luggage compartment.
Charging procedure may affect the operation of such devices.
■When the AC charging cable is connected to the vehicle
Do not operate the shift lever.
In the unlikely event that the AC charging cable has been damaged, the shift position may change from P
to another position and the vehicle could move, possibly leading to an accident.
Charging precautions

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When charging with a charger,
follow the procedures for using
each charger.
When charging using a public
charging facility, check the set-
ting of the charging schedule
function.
• When the charging schedule is regis-
tered, temporarily turn off the function
or turn “Charge Now” on. (P.150,
156, 162)
• When the charging schedule is set to
on, charging will not start even if the
AC charging cable is connected.
Also, charging fee may occur due to
connection of the AC charging cable.
Before charging, always check the
following items.
The parking brake is applied.
(P.320)
Lights such as the headlights,
emergency flashers and interior
lights etc. are turned off.
If these light switches are turned on,
then these features will consume elec-
tricity, and charging time will increase.
The power switch is turned to
OFF. (P.313)
Before charging, make sure that
each part of the AC charging cable
is in good condition. (P.117)
■During charging
●The charging starting time may differ
depending on the state of the vehicle,
but this does not indicate a malfunc-
tion.
●Cooling fan sounds may be heard
from near the rear seat. (P.99)
●During charging, sounds may be
heard from near the hybrid battery
(traction battery) in accordance with
the operation of the air conditioning
system or “Battery Cooler” (P.128).
●During and after charging, the rear
seat and its surrounding area in which
the onboard traction battery charger is
installed may get warm.
●The surface of the CCID (Charging
Circuit Interrupting Device) may
become hot, but this does not indicate
a malfunction. (When using Mode 2
AC charging cable.)
●Depending on radio wave conditions,
interference may be heard on the
radio.
●The current charging condition and
the estimated time until charging will
complete can be checked on the
multi-information display.
■Capacity reduction of the hybrid
battery (traction battery)
The capacity of the hybrid battery (trac-
tion battery) will decline gradually when
the hybrid battery (traction battery) is in
use. The rate at which it declines will dif-
fer in accordance with environmental
conditions and the way in which the
vehicle is used. Observing the following
can help suppress battery capacity
decline.
●Avoid parking the vehicle in areas with
a high temperature under direct sun-
light when the hybrid battery (traction
battery) is fully charged.
●Avoid accelerating and decelerating
frequently and suddenly when EV
driving.
●Avoid frequent driving near the top
Confirm the following before
charging
Inspecting the AC charging
cable

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speed for EV driving. (P.90)
●Leave a low level of charge in the
hybrid battery (traction battery) when
leaving the vehicle undriven for a long
period of time.
After confirming that EV mode or
AUTO EV/HV mode has switched to
HV mode, turn the power switch off.
●Use the charging schedule function as
much as possible in order to fully
charge the hybrid battery (traction bat-
tery) immediately before starting off.
(P.144)
Also, if the hybrid battery (traction bat-
tery) capacity reduces, the distance that
can be driven in EV mode or AUTO
EV/HV mode decreases. However, vehi-
cle performance does not significantly
become worse.
■When the remaining charge of the
hybrid battery (traction battery) is
low after charging
In the following situations, the remaining
charge of the hybrid battery (traction
battery) after charging completes may
be less than normal in order to protect
the system (the EV driving range after
the battery is fully charged may be
shorter).
*
●Charging is carried out when the out-
side temperature is low or high.
●Charging is carried out immediately
after high-load driving or in extreme
heat.
When none of the above situations
apply and there is a drastic drop in the
remaining charge of the hybrid battery
(traction battery) after charging com-
pletes, have the vehicle inspected by
any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota
authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer.
*: When this occurs, even if the remain-
ing charge display of the hybrid bat-
tery (traction battery) shows that it is
fully charged, the remaining charge
rapidly decreases faster than normal.
■When the charging amount sent to
the hybrid battery (traction battery)
decreases
When the amount of power supplied by
the charger is low or operation of the
“Battery Heater”, etc., reduces the
charging power sent to the hybrid bat-
tery (traction battery), the charging
amount sent to the hybrid battery (trac-
tion battery) may decrease.
■Charging time may increase
In the following situations, charging time
may become longer than normal:
●In very hot or very cold temperatures.
●When the hybrid battery (traction bat-
tery) becomes hot, such as immedi-
ately after high-load driving.
●The vehicle is consuming a lot of elec-
tricity, for example, when the head-
lights are on etc.
●When using “My Room Mode”.
(P.164)
●There is a power outage during
charging.
●There is an interruption in the electri-
cal supply.
●There is a drop in the voltage of exter-
nal power source.
●The charge in the 12-volt battery is
low, for example due to the vehicle
being left unused for a long period of
time.
●The maximum charging current is set
to 8A or 16A*. (P.125, 126)
●When the “Battery Heater” operates.
(P.128)
●When the “Battery Cooler” is operated
before charging. (P.128)
●When the plug generates heat due to
a loose socket connection etc.
*: Vehicles with 7 kW onboard traction
battery charger only
■Using a DC Charger
DC Chargers cannot be used with this
vehicle.