2023 TOYOTA RAV4 PLUG-IN HYBRID engine

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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

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2
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

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3 3-1. Instrument cluster
Vehicle status information and indicators
Warning lights inform the driver of
malfunctions in the indicated vehi-
cle’s systems.
*1: These lights turn on when the power
switch is turned to ON to indicate
that a system check is being per-
formed. They will turn off after the
hybrid system is on, or after a few
seconds. There may be a malfunc-
tion in a system if the light does not
come on, or turn off. Have the vehi-
Warning lights
(Red)
Brake system warning light*1
(P.534)
(Yellow)
Brake system warning light*1
(P.534)
Charging system warning
light
*1 (P.535)
High coolant temperature
warning light
*2 (P.535)
Hybrid system overheat
warning light
*2 (P.535)
Low engine oil pressure
warning light
*2 (P.535)
Malfunction indicator lamp
*1
(P.536)
SRS warning light
*1
(P.536)
ABS warning light
*1
(P.536)
(Red)
Electric power steering sys-
tem warning light
*1 (P.536)
(Yellow)
Electric power steering sys-
tem warning light
*1 (P.536)
(Flashes or
illuminates)
PCS warning light*1 (if
equipped) (P.537)
(Orange)
LTA indicator (if equipped)
(P.537)
Toyota parking assist-sensor
OFF indicator
*3 (P.538)
PKSB OFF indicator
*1 (if
equipped) (P.538)
BSM OFF indicator
*1 (if
equipped) (P.539)
RCTA OFF indicator
*1 (if
equipped)
(P.539)
Slip indicator light
*1 (P.539)
Inappropriate pedal operation
warning light
*2 (P.540)
(Flashes)
Brake hold operated indica-
tor
*1 (P.540)
(Flashes)
Parking brake indicator
(P.540)
Tire pressure warning light
*1
(P.541)
Low fuel level warning light
(P.541)
Driver’s and front passen-
ger’s seat belt reminder light
(P.541)
Rear passengers’ seat belt
reminder lights
*4 (P.542)
Rear passengers’ seat
belt reminder lights
(P.542)

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Analog speedometer
Digital speedometer
■Hybrid System Indicator
The display contents of the Hybrid Sys-
tem Indicator are different in EV mode
and HV mode.
READY OFF area
Shows that the hybrid system is not
operating.
Charge area
Shows regeneration
* status. Regener-
ated energy will be used to charge the hybrid battery (traction battery).
Eco area
Shows that the vehicle is being driven in
an Eco-friendly manner.
By keeping the indicator needle within
Eco area, more Eco-friendly driving can
be achieved.
Power area
Shows that an Eco-friendly driving range
is being exceeded (during full power
driving etc.)
EV driving area (EV mode or AUTO
EV/HV mode)
Shows that the vehicle is driven using
only the electric motor (traction motor).
Hybrid Eco area (HV mode)
Shows that gasoline engine power is not
being used very often.
The gasoline engine will automatically
stop and restart under various condi-
tions.
*: When used in this manual, “regenera-
tion” refers to the conversion of
energy created by the movement of
the vehicle into electrical energy.
In the following situation, the Hybrid
System Indicator does not operate.
●“READY” indicator is not illuminated.
●The shift lever is in a range other than
D or S.
■Outside temperature display
●In the following situations, the correct
outside temperature may not be dis-
played, or the display may take longer
than normal to change.
• When stopped (including when using
“My Room Mode”), or driving at low
speeds (less than 20 km/h [12 mph])
• When the outside temperature has
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3-1. Instrument cluster
Vehicle status information and indicators
changed suddenly (at the
entrance/exit of a garage, tunnel, etc.)
●When “--” or “E” is displayed, the sys-
tem may be malfunctioning. Take your vehicle to any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized
repairer, or any reliable repairer.
●Displays the outside temperature
within the range of -40°C (-40°F) to 50°C (122°F).
●When the outside temperature is
approximately 3°C (37°F) or lower,
the indicator will flash for approxi-
mately 10 seconds, then stay on.
■Liquid crystal display
 P.200
■Customization
Settings (e. g. meter display) can be
changed on the screen of the multi-
information display. ( P.206)
Switches the items of the odome-
ter, trip meter A, trip meter B and
the brightness of the instrument
cluster lights by pressing the “ODO
TRIP” switch.
 When the trip meter is displayed,
pressing and holding the switch
will reset the trip meter.
 When the instrument cluster light
control display is displayed,
pressing and holding the switch
will adjust the brightness of the
instrument cluster lights.
■Instrument cluster brightness adjustment
The instrument cluster brightness levels when the tail lights are on and off can be
WARNING
■The information display at low
temperatures
Allow the interior of the vehicle to warm up before using the liquid crys-
tal information display. At extremely low temperatures, the display moni-tor may respond slowly, and display
changes may be delayed.
For example, there is a lag between the driver’s shifting and the new shift
range appearing on the display. This lag could cause the driver to down-shift again, causing rapid and exces-
sive engine braking and possibly an accident resulting in death or injury.
NOTICE
■To prevent damage to the engine and its components
●The engine may be overheating if “Engine Coolant Temp High Stop in a Safe Place See Owner’s Manual”
is shown on the multi-information display. In this case, immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place, and
check the engine after it has cooled completely. ( P.578)
Using the “ODO TRIP”
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3 3-1. Instrument cluster
Vehicle status information and indicators
■Locations of gauges and meters
The meter type can be changed on of the multi-information display.
(P.217)
Type 1/Type 2
The units of measure may differ depending on the intended destination of the vehi-
cle.
Multi-information display
Presents the driver with a variety of vehicle data (P.211)
Displays warning messages if a malfunction occurs (P.544)
Outside temperature (P.198)
Analog meter (Type 2 only)
The dial type of analog meter can be changed on of the multi-information dis-
play. (P.217)
Tachometer:
Displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute.
Analog speedometer:
Displays the vehicle speed.
Hybrid System Indicator:
Displays the Hybrid System Indicator. (P.196)
Gauges and meters (with 12.3-inch display)
Meter display
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1963-1. Instrument cluster
tank is not displayed correctly.
• A small amount of fuel is added.
• Fuel is added with the fuel gauge near or at “F”.
• The vehicle is stopped on an uneven surface, such as a slope.
• The vehicle is driven on a slope or around a curve.
SOC (State of Charge) gauge
Displays the amount of charge remaining in the traction battery. (P.197)
EV driving range
Displays the EV driving range with charge remaining in the hybrid battery (traction
battery).
Odometer and trip meter display (P.187)
■The meters and display illuminate
when
The power switch is in ON.
■Engine speed
On hybrid vehicles, engine speed is pre-
cisely controlled in order to help improve
fuel efficiency and reduce exhaust emis-
sions etc.
There are times when the engine speed
that is displayed may differ even when
vehicle operation and driving conditions
are the same.
■If the units of measure for speed-
ometer can be changed (if
equipped)
The other units of measure is also dis-
played as shown in the illustrations.Type 1/Type 2
Type 3
■Hybrid System Indicator
Charge area
Shows regeneration
* status.
Regenerated energy will be used to
charge the hybrid battery (traction bat-
tery).
Eco area
Shows that the vehicle is being driven in
an Eco-friendly manner.
By keeping the bar display within Eco
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3 3-1. Instrument cluster
Vehicle status information and indicators
area, more Eco-friendly driving can be
achieved.
Power area
Shows that an Eco-friendly driving range
is being exceeded (during full power
driving etc.)
Hybrid Eco area (HV mode)
Shows that gasoline engine power is not
being used very often.
The gasoline engine will automatically
stop and restart under various condi-
tions.
EV driving area (EV mode or AUTO
EV/HV mode)
Shows that the vehicle is driven using
only the electric motor (traction motor).
*: When used in this manual, regenera-
tion refers to the conversion of energy
created by the movement of the vehi-
cle into electrical energy.
■Hybrid System Indicator is dis-
played when
The Hybrid System Indicator is dis-
played in the following situations:
●The shift position is in D or S.
●The hybrid system is started.
■SOC (State of Charge) gauge
Displays the current amount of charge
remaining in the traction battery.
●The remaining battery for EV driving
in EV mode is displayed in green, and
the remaining battery used in HV
mode is displayed in blue.
●The amount of the remaining battery
displayed decrease as the vehicle is
driven and increase when the hybrid
battery (traction battery) is charged,
electrical energy is regenerated using
the regenerative braking (P.90) or
electricity is generated by the gasoline
engine.
●If the remaining battery is not dis-
played in green, HV mode is automat-
ically selected and EV mode cannot
be used. To enable EV driving, charge
the hybrid battery (traction battery).
(P.106)
The hybrid battery (traction battery)
is fully charged
The hybrid battery (traction battery)
for EV mode is not remaining
■Distance to empty
●This distance is computed based on
your average fuel consumption. As a
result, the actual distance that can be
driven may differ from that displayed.
●When only a small amount of fuel is
added to the tank, the display may not
be updated. When refueling, turn the
power switch off. If the vehicle is refu-
eled without turning the power switch
off, the display may not be updated.
●When “Refuel” is displayed, the
remaining fuel amount is low and the
distance that can be driven with the
remaining fuel cannot be calculated.
Refuel immediately.
■EV driving range
●When the air conditioning system is
operating, is displayed next to
the EV driving range and the EV driv-
ing range with the air conditioning sys-
tem on is displayed.
●The EV driving range may shorten
even when not driving due to power
consumption by the system.
●For details, refer to “EV driving range”
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