2023 TOYOTA RAV4 PLUG-IN HYBRID Owners Manual

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Interior features
The USB Type-C charging ports
are used to supply 3 A of electricity
at 5 V to external devices.
The USB Type-C charging ports
are for charging only. They are not
designed for data transfer or other
purposes.
Depending on the external device,
it may not charge properly. Refer to
the manual included with the device
before using a USB charging port.
■Using the USB Type-C
charging ports
Console box (if equipped)
Rear
Open the lid.
■The USB Type-C charging ports
can be used when
The power switch is in ACC or ON.
■Situations in which the USB Type-C charging ports may not operate
correctly
●If a device which consumes more than
3 A at 5 V is connected
●If a device designed to communicate
with a personal computer, such as a USB memory device, is connected
●If the connected external device is turned off (depending on device)
●If the temperature inside the vehicle is high, such as after the vehicle has been parked in the sun
■About connected external devices
Depending on the connected external device, charging may occasionally be suspended and then start again. This is
not a malfunction.
NOTICE
■Appliances that may not operate properly (220 VAC)
The following 220 VAC appliances may not operate properly even if their power consumption is under 150 W.
●Appliances with high initial peak wattage
●Measuring devices that process precise data
●Other appliances that require an extremely stable power supply
USB Type-C charging ports
NOTICE
■To prevent damage to the USB
Type-C charging ports
●Do not insert foreign objects into the ports.
●Do not spill water or other liquids into the ports.

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A portable device can be charged
by just placing Qi standard wireless
charge compatible portable devices
according to the Wireless Power
Consortium, such as smartphones
and mobile batteries, etc., on the
charge area.
This function cannot be used with
portable devices that are larger
than the charging tray. Also,
depending on the portable device, it
may not operate as normal. Please
read the operation manual for por-
table devices to be used.
■The “Qi” logo
The “Qi” logo is a trademark of the
Wireless Power Consortium.
■Name for all parts
Charge area*
Charging tray
Power supply switch
Operation indicator light
*: Portable devices and wireless char-
gers contain charging coils. The
charging coil in the wireless charger
can be moved within the charge area
near the center of the charging tray. If
the charging coil inside a portable
device is detected in the charge area,
the charging coil inside the wireless
charger will move toward it and start
charging. If the charging coil inside a
portable device moves outside of the
NOTICE
●When the USB Type-C charging ports are not in use, close the lids. If
a foreign object or liquid enters a port may cause a short circuit.
●Do not apply excessive force to or impact the USB Type-C charging ports.
●Do not disassemble or modify the USB Type-C charging ports.
■To prevent damage to external devices
●Do not leave external devices in the vehicle. The temperature inside the vehicle may become high, resulting
in damage to an external device.
●Do not push down on or apply
unnecessary force to an external device or the cable of an external device while it is connected.
■To prevent 12-volt battery dis-charge
Do not use the USB Type-C charging ports for a long period of time when the hybrid system is off.
Wireless charger (if
equipped)
A
B
C
D

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Interior features
charge area, charging will automati-
cally stop.
If 2 or more portable devices are
placed on the charging tray, their
charging coils may not be properly
detected and they may not be
charged.
■Using the wireless charger
1Press the power supply switch
of the wireless charger.
Switches on and off with each press of
the power supply switch.
When turned on, the operation indicator
light (green) comes on.
Even with the hybrid system off, the
on/off state of the power supply switch
is memorized.
2Place the portable device on the
charging tray
Place the charging side of the portable
device down with the center of the
device in the center of the charge area.
Depending on the portable device, its
charging coil may not be in the center
of the device. In this case, place the
portable device so that its charging coil
is centered in the charging area.
When charging, the operation indicator
light (orange) comes on.
If charging is not occurring, try placing
the portable device as close to the cen-
ter of the charging area as possible. If
charging is not performed, the opera-
tion indicator light will slowly illuminate
in green and orange alternatively and a sound of charging coil operation may
be heard repeatedly.
When charging is complete, the opera-
tion indicator light (green) comes on.
■Recharging function
When charging is complete and
after a fixed time in the charge
suspension state, charging
restarts.
If a portable device is moved sig-
nificantly within the charging
area, the charging coil may dis-
connect and charging may tem-
porarily be stopped. However, if
a charging coil is detected within
the charging area, the charging
coil inside the wireless charger
will move near the other coil and
charging will resume.
■Rapid charging function
The following portable devices
support rapid charging.
• Portable devices compliant with WPC
Ver1.2.4 and compatible with rapid
charging
• iPhone’s with an iOS version that
supports 7.5 W charging (iPhone 8
and later models)
To switch to the rapid charging
function, press the power supply
switch 3 times while charging.

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When rapid charging is possible,
the operation indicator light will
switch from orange to flashing
between green and orange.
When charging is complete, the
rapid charging function will stop.
Switch again to the rapid
charging function to use rapid
charging again.
■Lighting conditions of opera-
tion indicator light
*1: Charging power will not be output
during standby. A metallic object will not be heated, if it is placed on the
charging tray in this state.
*2: Depending on the portable device,
there are cases where the operation
indicator light will continue being lit
up orange even after the charging is
complete.
■When the operation indicator
light flashes
When an error occurs, the opera-
tion indicator light flashes an
orange color.
Handle the error based on the fol-
lowing tables.
Flashing repeatedly once every
second (Orange)
Operation
indicator
light
Conditions
Turning offWhen the Wireless char-
ger power supply is off
Green
(comes on)
On Standby (charging
possible state)
*1
When charging is com-
plete
*2
Orange
(comes on)
When placing the portable
device on the charging
area (detecting the porta-
ble device)
Charging
Flashing
between
green and
orange
When any of the following
portable devices is using
rapid charging
• Portable devices com-
pliant with WPC
Ver1.2.4 and compati-
ble with rapid charging
• iPhone’s with an iOS
version that supports
7.5 W charging (iPhone
8 and later models)
Suspected causesHandling method
Vehicle to charger
communication
failure.
If the hybrid sys-
tem is running,
stop and then
restart the hybrid
system. If the
power switch is in
ACC, start the
hybrid system.
(P.310)

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Repeatedly flashes 3 times con-
tinuously (Orange)
Repeatedly flashes 4 times con-
tinuously (Orange)■The wireless charger can be oper-
ated when
The power switch is in ACC or ON.
■Usable portable devices
●Qi standard wireless charge standard
can be used on compatible devices.
However, not all Qi standard devices
and compatibility are guaranteed.
●Starting with mobile phones and
smartphones, it is aimed for low
power electrically supplied portable
devices of no more than 5W.
●However, charging exceeding 5 W is
supported by the following portable
devices.
• Charging at 7.5 W or less is supported
by iPhone’s that support 7.5 W
charging.
• Charging at 10 W or less is supported
by portable devices compliant with
EPP output as defined by WPC stan-
dard Ver1.2.4.
■Using the smart entry & start sys-
tem
If the smart entry & start system detects
the key while a device is being charged,
charging will be temporarily stopped.
■When covers and accessories are
attached to portable devices
Do not charge in situations where cover
and accessories not able to handle Qi
are attached to the portable device.
Depending on the type of cover (includ-
ing the certain genuine manufacture
parts) and accessory, it may not be pos-
sible to charge. When charging is not
performed even with the portable device
placed on the charge area, remove the
cover and accessories.
■Important points of the wireless
charger
●If the electronic key cannot be
detected within the vehicle interior,
charging cannot be done. When the
door is opened and closed, charging
may be temporarily suspended.
●When charging, the wireless charging
Suspected causesHandling method
Foreign substance
detection:
A metallic foreign
substance is in the
charge area, and
so the abnormal
heating prevention
function operated
Remove the for-
eign substance
from the charge
area.
Portable device
misaligned:
The charging coil
in the portable
device moved out-
side of the charge
area, and so the
abnormal heating
prevention function
operated
Remove the porta-
ble device from the
charging tray,
check that the
operation indicator
light switches back
to green, and then
once again place
the device near the
center of the
charging tray. If
there is a case or
cover attached to
the portable
device, remove it.
Suspected causesHandling method
Safety shutdown
resulting when the
temperature within
the wireless char-
ger exceeded the
set value
Stop charging,
remove the porta-
ble device from the
charging tray, wait
for the temperature
to drop, and then
start charging
again.

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device and portable device will get
warmer, however this is not a mal- function.When a portable device gets warm
while charging, charging may stop due to the protection function on the portable device side. In this case,
when the temperature of the portable device drops significantly, charge again.
The fan may start operating to lower the
temperature inside the wireless charger,
however this is not a malfunction.
■Operation sounds
A buzzing noise may be heard when pressing the power supply switch to turn the power supply on, when turning the
power switch to ACC or ON while the wireless charger power supply is on, or when detecting a portable device. How-
ever, this is not a malfunction.
■If the smartphone OS has been updated
If the smartphone OS has been updated
to a newer version, its charging specifi- cations may have changed significantly. For details, check the information on the
manufacturer’s website.
■Trademark information
iPhone is a trademark of Apple Inc., reg- istered in the U.S. and other countries.
WARNING
■Caution while driving
When charging a portable device, for safety reasons, the driver should not
operate the main part of the portable device while driving.
■Caution while in motion
Do not charge lightweight devices such as wireless headphones while in
motion. These devices are very light and may be ejected from the charging tray, which may lead to unforeseen
accidents.
■Caution regarding interference with electronic devices
People with implantable cardiac pace-
makers, cardiac resynchronization therapy-pacemakers or implantable cardioverters, as well as any other
electrical medical device, should con- sult their physician about the usage of the wireless charger.
■To prevent malfunctions or burns
Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may result in a equip-ment failure and damage, catch fire,
burns due to overheat or electric shock.
●Do not insert any metallic objects
between the charge area and the portable device while charging
●Do not attach an aluminum sticker or other metallic object to the charge area
●Do not attach an aluminum sticker or other metallic object to the side
of the portable device (or to its case or cover) that touches the charge area
●Do not use the charging tray as a small storage space
●Do not subject to a strong force or impact
●Do not disassemble, modify or remove
●Do not charge devices other than specified portable devices
●Keep away from magnetic items
●Do not charge devices if the charge area is covered in dust
●Do not cover with a cloth or similar material

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NOTICE
■Situations in which the function may not operate normally
Devices may not be charged normally in the following situations.
●The portable device is fully charged
●The portable device is being
charged with a cable connected
●There is foreign matter between the
charge area and portable device
●Charging has caused the portable
device to heat up
●The temperature around the
charging tray is 35°C (95°F) or higher, such as in extreme heat
●The portable device is placed with its charging side facing up
●When the charging coil for the por-table device is misaligned from the charge area (In particular, small
portable devices such as foldable devices may be misaligned from the charging area while driving)
●The portable device is larger than the charging tray
●The camera lens protrudes 3 mm (0.12 in) or more from the surface
of the portable device
●The vehicle is in an area where
strong electrical waves or noise are emitted, such as near a television tower, power plant, gasoline sta-
tion, broadcasting station, large dis- play, airport, etc.
●Any of the following objects that is 2 mm (0.08 in) or thicker is between the charging side of the portable
device and the charge area
• Thick cases or covers
• Thick decorations
• Accessories, such as finger rings, straps, etc.
●When the portable device is in con-tact with, or is covered by any of the following metallic objects:
• A card that has metal on it, such as aluminum foil, etc.
• A pack of cigarettes that includes aluminum foil
• A wallet or bag that is made of metal
•Coins
• A heating pad
• CDs, DVDs or other media
• A metal accessory
• A case or cover made of metal
• Casing which has magnet in it on
the charging side of the portable device
●Electric wave type wireless remote controls are being used nearby
●The electronic key is not inside the vehicle
●2 or more portable devices are placed on the charging tray at the same time
If charging is abnormal or the opera-
tion indicator light continues to flash
for any other reason, the wireless
charger may be malfunctioning. Con-
tact any authorized Toyota retailer or
Toyota authorized repairer, or any
reliable repairer as soon as possible.

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Fold down the armrest for use.
An assist grip installed on the ceil-
ing can be used to support your
body while sitting on the seat.
NOTICE
■To prevent malfunctions and data corruptions
●When charging, bringing a credit, or other magnetic card, or magnetic storage media close to the charge
area may clear any stored data due to magnetic influence. Also, do not bring a wristwatch or other preci-
sion instrument close to the charge area since doing so may cause it to malfunction.
●Do not charge with a non-contact IC card such as a transportation sys-
tem IC card inserted between the charging side of a portable device and the charge area. The IC chip
may become extremely hot and damage the portable device or IC card. Be especially careful not to
charge a portable device inside a case or cover with a non-contact IC card attached.
●Do not leave portable devices inside the vehicle. The inside of the
vehicle can become hot in extreme heat, which could cause a malfunc-tion.
■To prevent 12-volt battery dis-charge
Do not use the wireless charger for a long period of time when the hybrid system is stopped.
Armrest
NOTICE
■To prevent damage to the arm-rest
Do not apply too much load on the armrest.
Assist grips
WARNING
■Assist grips
Do not use the assist grip when get-
ting in or out of the vehicle or rising from your seat.
NOTICE
■To prevent damage to the assist grip
Do not hang any heavy object or put a
heavy load on the assist grip.