2023 TOYOTA RAV4 PLUG-IN HYBRID check engine light

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Maintenance and care
Maintenance and care
7-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting the
vehicle exterior ............... 466
Cleaning and protecting the
vehicle interior ................ 469
7-2. Maintenance
Maintenance requirements
....................................... 472
7-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service precau-
tions ................................ 474
Hood ................................. 476
Positioning a floor jack...... 477
Engine compartment ........ 479
12-volt battery ................... 484
Tires.................................. 487
Tire inflation pressure ....... 498
Wheels.............................. 499
Air conditioning filter ......... 500
Cleaning the DC/DC Converter
air intake vent and filter .. 504
Wiper insert replacement .. 508
Electronic key battery ....... 511
Checking and replacing fuses
....................................... 513
Light bulbs ........................ 516

5167-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Check the wattage of the light bulb
to be replaced. ( P.591)
Outside rear view mirrors
Outer foot lights (if equipped)
WARNING
■To prevent system breakdowns and vehicle fire
Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may cause damage to the vehicle, and possibly a fire or
injury.
●Never use a fuse of a higher amperage rating than that indi-
cated, or use any other object in place of a fuse.
●Always use a genuine Toyota fuse or equivalent.Never replace a fuse with a wire,
even as a temporary fix.
●Do not modify the fuses or fuse
boxes.
NOTICE
■Before replacing fuses
Have the cause of electrical overload determined and repaired by any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota
authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer as soon as possible.
■To prevent damage to the engine compartment fuse box cover
When opening the fuse box, com- pletely release the claw locks before lifting up the cover. Otherwise, the
claws may be damaged.
Light bulbs
You may replace the following
bulbs by yourself. The diffi-
culty level of replacement var-
ies depending on the bulb. As
there is a danger that compo-
nents may be damaged, we
recommend that replacement
is carried out by any autho-
rized Toyota retailer or Toyota
authorized repairer, or any reli-
able repairer.
Preparing for light bulb
replacement
Bulb location
A

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8-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
• A warning message about an opera-
tion of the brake pedal may be shown while the driving assist systems such as PCS (Pre-Collision system) (if
equipped) or the dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range (if equipped) is operating. If a warning
message is shown, be sure to decel- erate the vehicle or follow the instruc-tion shown on the multi-information
display. • A warning message is shown when Brake Override System operates.
( P.289) • A warning message is shown when Drive-Start Control or Parking Support
Brake function (if equipped) operates ( P.289, 403). Follow the instructions on the multi-information display.
●If a message about an operation of the power switch is shown
An instruction for operation of the power
switch is shown when the incorrect pro-
cedure for starting the hybrid system is
performed or the power switch is oper-
ated incorrectly. Follow the instructions
shown on the multi-information display
to operate the power switch again.
●If a message about a shift lever opera- tion is shown
To prevent the shift lever from being
operated incorrectly or the vehicle from
moving unexpectedly, a message that
requires shifting the shift lever may be
shown on the multi-information display.
In that case, follow the instruction of the
message and shift the shift lever.
●If a message or image about an open/close state of a part or replen-
ishment of a consumable is shown
Confirm the part indicated by the multi-
information display or a warning light,
and then perform the coping method
such as closing the open door or replen-
ishing a consumable.
■If a message that indicates the
need for visiting any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota autho-rized repairer, or any reliable
repairer is displayed
The system or part shown on the multi- information display is malfunctioning.
Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer immediately.
■If a message that indicates the need for referring to Owner’s Man-ual is displayed
●If the following messages are shown, follow the instructions, accordingly.
• “Blind Spot Monitor Unavailable” ( P.388) • “RCTA Unavailable” ( P.388)
• “Engine Coolant Temp High” ( P.578) • “Exhaust Filter Full” ( P.414)
●If the following messages are shown, there may be a malfunction.
Immediately have the vehicle inspected
by any authorized Toyota retailer or
Toyota authorized repairer, or any reli-
able repairer.
• “Plug-in Charging System Malfunc- tion”• “Hybrid System Malfunction”
• “Charging system malfunction” • “Check Engine”• “Traction battery system malfunction”
• “Accelerator System Malfunction” • “Smart Entry & Start System Malfunc-tion”
●If the following messages are shown, there may be a malfunction.
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe
place and contact any authorized
Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized
repairer, or any reliable repairer. Con-
tinuing to drive the vehicle may be dan-
gerous.
•“Oil Pressure Low” • “Braking Power Low”
●If any of the following messages are

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8-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
12-volt battery.
■If “Engine Oil Level Low Add or
Replace” is displayed
The engine oil level may be low. Check the level of the engine oil, and add
engine oil if necessary. This message may be displayed if the vehicle is stopped on a slope. Move the vehicle to
a level surface and check if the mes- sage disappears.
■If a message that indicates the mal-function of front camera is dis-
played (if equipped)
The following systems may be sus- pended until the problem shown in the
message is resolved. ( P.341, 534)
●PCS (Pre-Collision System)*
●LTA (Lane Tracing Assist)*
●AHB (Automatic High Beam)*
●RSA (Road Sign Assist)*
●Dynamic radar cruise control with full-
speed range*
*: If equipped
■If a message that indicates the mal- function of radar sensor is dis-
played
The following systems may be sus- pended until the problem shown in the
message is resolved. ( P.341, 534)
●PCS (Pre-Collision System)*
●LTA (Lane Tracing Assist)*
●Dynamic radar cruise control with full-
speed range*
*: If equipped
■If “Radar Cruise Control Temporar- ily Unavailable See Owner’s Man-
ual” is shown
The dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range system (if equipped) is
suspended temporarily or until the prob- lem shown in the message is resolved. (causes and coping methods: P.341)
■If “Radar Cruise Control Unavail-
able” is shown
The dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range system (if equipped)
cannot be used temporarily. Use the system when it becomes available again.
■Warning buzzer
 P.542
WARNING
■If a warning light comes on or a warning buzzer sounds when a
warning message is shown on the multi-information display
 P.543
NOTICE
■“High Power Consumption Par- tial Limit On AC/Heater Opera-
tion” is frequently shown
There is a possible malfunction relat- ing to the charging system or the 12-
volt battery may be deteriorating. Have the vehicle inspected by any
authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
■If “Maintenance Reqd. For Trac-tion Battery At Your Dealer” is
shown
The hybrid battery (traction battery) is scheduled to be inspected or
replaced. Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any
reliable repairer immediately.
●Continuing to drive the vehicle with- out having the hybrid battery (trac-
tion battery) inspected will cause the hybrid system not to start.
●If the hybrid system does not start, contact any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized
repairer, or any reliable repairer immediately.

617Alphabetical Index
out ............................................ 167
Charging port ................................ 106
If the charging port lid does not open
................................................. 121
Locking and unlocking ............... 121
Opening and closing .................. 107
Child-protector.............................. 239
Child restraint system .................... 50
Child restraint system installation
method....................................... 60
Fixed with a seat belt ................... 61
Fixed with an ISOFIX lower anchor-
age ............................................. 63
Points to remember...................... 51
Riding with children ...................... 49
Using a top tether anchorage....... 64
Child safety ..................................... 49
12-volt battery precautions. 485, 577
Airbag precautions ....................... 44
Back door precautions ............... 240
Charging precautions ................. 132
Heated steering wheel and seat
heater precautions ................... 440
How your child should wear the seat
belt ............................................. 36
Panoramic moon roof precautions
................................................. 284
Power window lock switch ......... 281
Power window precautions ........ 280
Rear door child-protectors ......... 239
Seat belt precautions ................... 35
Seat heater precautions ............. 440
Cleaning ................................ 466, 469
Aluminum wheels ....................... 466
DC/DC Converter air intake vent 504
Exterior....................................... 466
Front camera.............................. 339
Interior ........................................ 469
Radar sensor ............................. 339
Seat belts ................................... 469
Water-repellent coating .............. 467Clock ......................................192, 193
Coat hooks .................................... 463
Condenser ..................................... 482
Console box .................................. 446
Consumption screen .................... 226
Convenience Services (Suggestion
function) ...................... 209, 221, 596
Coolant
Capacity ..................................... 588
Checking .................................... 481
Preparing and checking before win-
ter ............................................. 422
Warning light .............................. 535
Cooling system .............................481
Engine overheating .................... 578
Hybrid system overheating......... 580
Cruise control
Cruise control .............................381
Dynamic radar cruise control with
full-speed range .......................368
Cup holders ...................................447
Current fuel economy... 201, 213, 216
Curtain shield airbags ....................39
Customizable features ................. 594
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Daytime running light system ..... 326
Replacing light bulbs ..................516
DC/DC converter air intake vent .... 99
Cleaning ..................................... 504
Deck board .................................... 449
Deck under tray.............................450
Defogger
Outside rear view mirrors ........... 432
Rear window .............................. 432
Windshield.................................. 431
Digital Rear-view Mirror ............... 268
Dimensions ...................................584
Display
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)........... 387
Consumption screen ..................226

619Alphabetical Index
Operation ................................... 282
Emergency, in case of
If a warning buzzer sounds ........ 534
If a warning light turns on ........... 534
If a warning message is displayed
................................................. 544
If the 12-volt battery is discharged
................................................. 573
If the electronic key does not operate
properly.................................... 571
If the fuel filler door cannot be
opened..................................... 570
If the hybrid system will not start 568
If the vehicle is submerged or water
on the road is rising ................. 527
If you have a flat tire........... 548, 559
If you lose your keys .................. 570
If you think something is wrong.. 532
If your vehicle becomes stuck .... 582
If your vehicle has to be stopped in
an emergency .......................... 526
If your vehicle needs to be towed
................................................. 529
If your vehicle overheats ............ 578
Emergency brake signal .............. 416
Emergency flashers ..................... 526
Emergency tire puncture repair kit
..................................................... 548
Energy monitor ............................. 226
Engine
Compartment ............................. 479
Exhaust gas precautions.............. 47
Hood .......................................... 476
How to start the hybrid system... 310
Identification number.................. 585
If the hybrid system will not start 568
If your vehicle has to be stopped in
an emergency .......................... 526
Overheating ............................... 578
Power switch .............................. 310
Engine coolantCapacity ..................................... 588
Checking .................................... 481
High coolant temperature warning
light .......................................... 535
Preparing and checking before win-
ter ............................................. 422
Warning light .............................. 535
Engine coolant temperature 187, 193
Engine oil
Capacity ..................................... 587
Checking .................................... 479
Preparing and checking before win-
ter ............................................. 422
Warning light .............................. 535
EPS (Electric Power Steering)
Function ..................................... 416
Warning light .............................. 536
EV/HV mode selection switch........ 86
EV driving range ........................... 103
EV mode ..........................................85
Exhaust gas precautions ............... 47
Extended Headlight Lighting system
..................................................... 327
F
Flat tire ................................... 548, 559
Tire pressure warning system .... 488
Floor mats ....................................... 32
Fluid
Brake .......................................... 590
Hybrid transmission.................... 589
Rear differential .......................... 589
Washer ....................................... 483
Fog lights
Replacing light bulbs ..................516
Switch......................................... 331
Footwell lights............................... 443
Front fog lights
Replacing light bulbs ..................516
Switch......................................... 331
Front passenger’s seat belt reminder

628Alphabetical Index
Utility vehicle precautions ........... 425
V
Vanity lights
Vanity lights................................ 453
Wattage...................................... 591
Vanity mirrors ............................... 453
Vehicle data recordings ................... 7
Vehicle identification number ..... 584
Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) ... 415
Ventilators (seat ventilators) ....... 440
VSC (Vehicle Stability Control) ... 415
W
Warning buzzers
Approach warning ...................... 375
Brake hold .................................. 540
Brake Override System .............. 540
Brake system ............................. 534
BSM OFF indicator .................... 539
Charging system ........................ 535
Downshifting ...................... 317, 318
Drive-Start Control ..................... 540
Electric power steering............... 536
High coolant temperature........... 535
Hybrid system overheat ............. 535
Low engine oil pressure ............. 535
LTA (Lane Tracing Assist) . 353, 537
Open door .................................. 238
Open hood ................................. 238
Open window ............................. 280
PKSB OFF indicator................... 538
Pre-collision warning .......... 343, 537
Radar cruise control ................... 375
RCTA (Rear Crossing Traffic Alert)
................................................. 387
RCTA OFF indicator .................. 539
RSA (Road Sign Assist) ............. 364
Seat belt reminder.............. 541, 542
Shift position ...................... 317, 318Toyota parking assist ................. 395
Toyota parking assist-sensor OFF
indicator ...................................538
Vehicle sway warning................. 357
Warning lights
ABS ............................................ 536
Brake hold operated indicator .... 540
Brake Override System .............. 540
Brake system .............................534
BSM OFF indicator..................... 539
Charging system ........................ 535
Driver’s seat belt reminder light.. 541
Drive-Start Control ..................... 540
Electric power steering ............... 536
Engine ........................................536
Front passenger’s seat belt reminder
light .......................................... 541
High coolant temperature ........... 535
Hybrid system overheat ............. 535
Low engine oil pressure ............. 535
Low fuel level .............................541
LTA indicator .............................. 537
Malfunction indicator lamp ......... 536
Parking brake indicator .............. 540
PCS warning light.......................537
PKSB OFF indicator ................... 538
PKSB.......................................... 538
RCTA OFF indicator................... 539
Rear passengers’ seat belt reminder
lights......................................... 542
Seat belt reminder light ...... 541, 542
Slip indicator............................... 539
SRS ............................................ 536
Tire pressure .............................. 541
Toyota parking assist-sensor OFF
indicator ...................................538
Warning messages .......................544
Washer
Checking .................................... 483
Low washer fluid warning message
......................................... 483, 544