2023 TOYOTA RAV4 PLUG-IN HYBRID ECU

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1-4. Theft deterrent system
For safety and security
1-4.Theft de terre nt sys te m
The indicator light flashes after the
power switch has been turned to
OFF to indicate that the system is
operating.
The indicator light goes off after the
power switch has been turned to
ACC or ON to indicate that the sys-
tem has been canceled.
■System maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free type immobilizer system.
■Conditions that may cause the sys-
tem to malfunction
●If the grip portion of the key is in con-
tact with a metallic object
●If the key is in close proximity to or
touching a key to the security system (key with a built-in transponder chip) of another vehicle
Immobilizer system
The vehicle’s keys have built-
in transponder chips that pre-
vent the hybrid system from
starting if a key has not been
previously registered in the
vehicle’s on-board computer.
Never leave the keys inside the
vehicle when you leave the
vehicle.
This system is designed to help
prevent vehicle theft but does not
guarantee absolute security
against all vehicle thefts.
Operating the system
NOTICE
■To ensure the system operates correctly
Do not modify or remove the system.
If modified or removed, the proper operation of the system cannot be guaranteed.

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1-4. Theft deterrent system
For safety and security
*: If equipped
■Items to check before locking
the vehicle
To prevent unexpected triggering of
the alarm and vehicle theft, make
sure of the following:
 Nobody is in the vehicle.
 The side windows and pan-
oramic moon roof (if equipped)
are closed before the alarm is
set.
 No valuables or other personal
items are left in the vehicle.
■Setting
Close the doors and hood, and lock
all the doors using the entry func-
tion or wireless remote control. The
system will be set automatically
after 30 seconds.
The indicator light changes from being
on to flashing when the system is set.
If all doors are closed with hood open,
alarm system can be set. ( P.79)
■Canceling or stopping
Do one of the following to deacti-
vate or stop the alarm:
 Unlock the doors using the entry
function or wireless remote con-
trol.
 Start the hybrid system. (The
alarm will be deactivated or
stopped after a few seconds.)
■System maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free type alarm system.
■Triggering of the alarm
The alarm may be triggered in the fol- lowing situations:(Stopping the alarm deactivates the
alarm system.)
Alarm*
The alarm uses light and
sound to give an alert when an
intrusion is detected.
The alarm is triggered in the
following situations when the
alarm is set:
 A locked door is unlocked or
opened in any way other than
using the entry function or
wireless remote control. (The
doors will lock again automati-
cally.)
 The hood is opened.
 The intrusion sensor detects
something moving inside the
vehicle. (Example: an intruder
breaks a window and gets into
the vehicle.)
 The tilt sensor detects a
change of vehicle inclination.
Setting/canceling/stopping
the alarm system

801-4. Theft deterrent system
●The doors are unlocked using the
mechanical key.
●A person inside the vehicle opens a
door or hood, or unlocks the vehicle using an inside lock button.
●The 12-volt battery is recharged or replaced when the vehicle is locked. ( P.573)
■Alarm-operated door lock
In the following cases, depending on the
situation, the door may automatically lock to prevent improper entry into the vehicle:
●When a person remaining in the vehi-cle unlocks the door and the alarm is
activated.
●While the alarm is activated, a person
remaining in the vehicle unlocks the door.
●When recharging or replacing the 12-volt battery.
■Customization (if equipped)
The alarm can be set to deactivate when the mechanical key is used to unlock.(Customizable features: P.596)
■The intrusion sensor and tilt
sensor detection
 The intrusion sensor detects
intruders or movement in the
vehicle.
 The tilt sensor detects changes
in vehicle inclination, such as
when the vehicle is towed away.
This system is designed to deter
and prevent vehicle theft but does
not guarantee absolute security
against all intrusions.
■Setting the intrusion sensor
and tilt sensor
The intrusion sensor and tilt sensor
will be set automatically when the
alarm is set. ( P.79)
■Canceling the intrusion sensor
and tilt sensor
If you are leaving pets or other
moving things inside the vehicle,
make sure to disable the intrusion
sensor and tilt sensor before setting
NOTICE
■To ensure the system operates correctly
Do not modify or remove the system.
If modified or removed, the proper operation of the system cannot be guaranteed.
Intrusion sensor and tilt
sensor

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1-4. Theft deterrent system
For safety and security
the alarm, as they will respond to
movement inside the vehicle.
1 Turn the power switch to OFF.
2 Press the intrusion sensor and
tilt sensor cancel switch.
Press the switch again to re-enable the intrusion sensor and tilt sensor.
Each time the intrusion sensor and tilt
sensor are canceled/set, a message will be shown on the multi-information display.
■Canceling and automatic re-enabling of the intrusion sensor
and tilt sensor
●The alarm will still be set even when
the intrusion sensor and tilt sensor are canceled.
●After the intrusion sensor and tilt sen-sor are canceled, pressing the power switch or unlocking the doors using
the entry function or wireless remote control will re-enable the intrusion sensor and tilt sensor.
●The intrusion sensor and tilt sensor will automatically be re-enabled when
the alarm system is reactivated.
■Intrusion sensor detection consid- erations
The sensor may trigger the alarm in the
following situations:
●People or pets are in the vehicle.
●A side window or panoramic moon
roof (if equipped) is open.
In this case, the sensor may detect the
following:
• Wind or the movement of objects such as leaves and insects inside the vehi-
cle • Ultrasonic waves emitted from devices such as the intrusion sensors
of other vehicles • The movement of people outside the vehicle
●Unstable items, such as dangling accessories or clothes hanging on the
coat hooks, are in the vehicle.
●The vehicle is parked in a place where
extreme vibrations or noises occur, such as in a parking garage.

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

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2 2-2. Charging
Plug-in hybrid system
The plug-cord can be replaced
using the following procedure.
Plug temperature
detection mal-
function
FlashesFlashes
There is a malfunction in the
plug temperature detection
part.
Consult any authorized
Toyota retailer or Toyota
authorized repairer, or any
reliable repairer
Plug temperature
increase detectionFlashesNot illuminated
An increase in the temperature
of the plug is detected due to
an improper connection
between the socket and plug.
Check that the plug is
securely connected to the
socket
AC charging cable
life span noticeIlluminatedFlashes
The number of charges using
the AC charging cable is near-
ing the end of its usable life
span.
Consult any authorized
Toyota retailer or Toyota
authorized repairer, or any
reliable repairer
AC charging cable
life spanIlluminatedIlluminated
The number of charges using
the AC charging cable has
exceeded its usable number of
charges.
Consult any authorized
Toyota retailer or Toyota
authorized repairer, or any
reliable repairer
StatusPower indica-
torError warning
indicatorCause/Correction procedure
Replacing the plug-cord
(Mode 2 AC charging cable)
(if equipped)

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2-2. Charging
Plug-in hybrid system
Make sure that there are no foreign
objects attached to the connection before installing the plug-cord. Remove any foreign objects if they are attached.
Otherwise, water or other foreign mat- ter may enter the CCID (Charging Cir-cuit Interrupting Device), resulting in a
malfunction.
Turn the plug-cord connector nut of the plug-cord in the opposite direction of
removal until a click sound is heard and the plug-cord is secured.
7 Install the plug-cord connector
cap and release key to the plug-
cord that has been removed.
Securely install the release key to the plug-cord connector cap to prevent it
from being lost. Also, make sure that the release key does not fall out of the plug-cord connector cap accidentally.
Store the plug-cord in a safe, clean and dry place.
For safety, inspect the AC charging
cable on a routine basis.
WARNING
■When replacing the plug-cord (if
equipped)
Check the following points regularly.
Failure to do so may cause an unex-
pected accident, resulting in death or serious injury.
●Do not replace the plug-cord with wet hands.Also, do not replace in a place that
is rainy or wet.
●Do not replace the plug-cord when
the plug and/or charging connector are connected.
●Check whether there are any local EV-charging regulations in place, and adhere to them.
●Do not leave the CCID (Charging Circuit Interrupting Device) with the
plug-cord removed.
●Make sure that there are no foreign
objects attached to the connection when installing the plug-cord to the CCID (Charging Circuit Interrupting
Device).
●When replacing the plug-cord,
firmly turn the nut of the plug-cord until a click sound can be heard.
●Do not replace the plug cord in Nor-way.
NOTICE
■Precautions for the plug-cord (if
equipped)
Do not use the plug-cord for any use other than charging this vehicle.
Doing so may cause the plug-cord to be damaged.
Inspecting and maintaining
the AC charging cable

1182-2. Charging
■Rating
 Voltage (Un): 220 V - 240 V ~
 Frequency: 50 Hz / 60 Hz 1Φ
 Current: 10 A
 Residual operating current (IΔn): 6 mA
 Ambient temperature: -30°C to 55°C
 IP67
WARNING
■Routine inspection
Check the following points regularly.
Failure to do so may cause an unex- pected accident, resulting in death or serious injury.
●The AC charging cable, plug, charging connector, CCID (Charging Circuit Interrupting
Device) etc. have not been dam- aged.
●The socket has not been damaged.
●The plug can be securely inserted
into the socket.
●The plug does not get extremely hot
during use.
●The tip of the plug has not been
deformed.
●The plug is not dirtied by dust etc.
Remove the plug from the socket
before inspecting it. If any abnormali-
ties are found in the AC charging
cable as a result of the inspection,
immediately stop use and consult any
authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota
authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer.
■Maintaining the AC charging cable
When the AC charging cable is dirty,
first remove the dirt with a hard, wringed cloth, and then wipe the cable with a dry cloth.
However, never wash it with water. If the AC charging cable is washed with water, fire or electric shock may occur
during charging, possibly resulting in death or serious injury.
■When not using the AC charging cable for a long time
Remove the plug from the socket.
Dust could accumulate on the plug or in the socket, possibly causing over-heating which could lead to a fire.
Also, keep the cable in a place free from moisture.
Appendix (Mode 2 AC charging cable)