2023 TOYOTA RAV4 PLUG-IN HYBRID warning

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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)

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Plug-in hybrid system
■Warning symbols
This device is for use with electric vehicles. (This device does
not require ventilation)
Do not attempt to disassemble or repair the AC charging
cable, charging connector, plug or CCID (Charging Circuit
Interrupting Device).
There may be a risk of electrical shock when using this device
improperly.
If the plug, charging connector or CCID (Charging Circuit
Interrupting Device) is abnormally hot during use, unplug it
immediately.
Connecting the AC charging cable to an extension cord is
strictly prohibited.
Do not connect the device to a socket that is loose, worn, or
broken. Ensure the plug fits the socket tightly.
When the plug is used with a rain-tight socket for outdoor use,
protect the plug and socket from rain and snow by using a
rain-tight cover.
Do not immerse the plug or cord in water or other liquid. Do
not expose the plug to rain and snow.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, connect only to a properly
grounding type socket.

1242-2. Charging
*: If the AC charging cable is equipped.
Connect to an AC 220 V - 240 V
socket with a Residual Current
Circuit-Breaker (RCCB) and a
circuit breaker. Use of a 13A
individual circuit is strongly rec-
ommended to ensure AC
charging cable will operate prop-
erly.
 We strongly recommend that you
use an exclusive connection
from the junction box for
charging. If you connect on a
socket that is on a shared circuit,
and other electrical appliances
are used on other sockets on the
same circuit, then the circuit
breaker might trip.*
WARNING
■When connecting the charging connector to the AC charging
inlet
Be careful not to touch the charging port lid lock portion.
When the connector lock operates, the charging port lid lock will also operate. The charging port lid lock pin
may hit a hand, resulting in an injury.
NOTICE
■When inserting the charging con-
nector
Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may cause a mal-
function in the charging connector locking system.
●Check that the charging connector is compatible with this vehicle.A charging connector of the differ-
ent type or a charging connector with damaged or deformed inser-tion part may not be locked.
●Do not apply excessive force to the charging connector after the
charging connector is inserted. When removing the charging con-nector, make sure to unlock the
charging connector.
Power sources that can
be used*
An external power source that
fulfills the following criteria is
necessary for charging this
vehicle. Confirm this before
charging.
WARNING
■Warnings for electrical faults
Make sure to observe the precautions in this Owner’s Manual when charging the vehicle.
Failure to use a power source that ful- fills the requirements, or failure to observe regulations while charging
could lead to an accident, possibly resulting in death or serious injury.
Power sources

1262-2. Charging
can be changed in “ Vehicle Set-
tings” on the multi-information display.
1 Press and hold to display the
cursor on the content display area
(center) of the multi-information dis-
play.
2 Press or of the meter control
switches to select and then
press .
3 Press or of the meter control
switches and select “ Vehicle
Settings”. Then press and hold .
4 Press or of the meter control
switches to select “Charging Set-
tings”, and then press .
The “Charging Settings” screen will
be displayed.
5 Press or of the meter control
switches to select “Charging Cur-
rent”, and then press .
The “Charging Current” screen will
be displayed.
6 Press or of the meter control
switches to select “16A”*1 or “8A”,
and then press .
During charging, the maximum
charging current will be restricted to
the set current or lower.*2
If the breaker still trips while charging,
even after changing the upper limit of the charging current, check if the con-nected power source meets the speci-
fied charging conditions. ( P.124)*1: Vehicles with 7 kW onboard traction
battery charger only
*2: Restricting the charging current will
lengthen the charging time.
WARNING
■Power sources precautions
Observe the following precautions.
If you do not follow them, fire, electri- cal shock and/or damages may occur, possibly resulting in death or serious
injury.
●Connect to an AC 220 V - 240 V
socket with a Residual Current Cir- cuit-Breaker (RCCB) and supplied by a circuit breaker in line with local
regulations. Use of an individual cir- cuit provided with at least 13A is strongly recommended.
●Do not connect the AC charging cable to a multi-socket adaptor,
multi-plugs, or conversion plug.
●Connecting the AC charging cable
to an extension cord is strictly pro- hibited. The extension cord may overheat and does not contain a
Residual Current Circuit-Breaker (RCCB).The leakage detection function of
the CCID (Charging Circuit Inter- rupting Device) ( P.113) may not operate correctly.

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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

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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the charging connector is not locked.
*
*
: If the charging connector is not firmly
inserted, locking operation will be
performed several times.
7If the charging indicator of the
charging port flashes after
inserting the charging connec-
tor:
The charging schedule is regis-
tered (P.144).
After temporarily removing the charging
connector, reinsert it within approxi-
mately 5 seconds. (P.138)
If the error warning indicator on the
CCID (Charging Circuit Interrupting
Device) flashes during charging, check
P.114 and follow the correction proce-
dure.
The charging indicator will turn off when
charging is completed.
The charging indicator will also turn off
when charging is stopped for some rea-
son before completion. In this case, refer to P.167.
■If the charging indicator of the
charging port flashes after con-
necting the AC charging cable
The charging schedule (P.144) is reg-
istered and charging cannot be per-
formed. To cancel charging using the
charging schedule and start charging,
perform any of the following procedures.
●Turn “Charge Now” to ON (P.150,
156, 162)
●While the charging indicator is flash-
ing, remove and reconnect the
charging connector immediately
■When the charging connector can-
not be inserted into the AC
charging inlet
P.123
■Safety function
Charging will not start when the
charging connector is not locked. If the
charging indicator does not illuminate
even when the charging connector is
inserted, remove and reinsert the con-
nector, and then check that the charging
indicator of the charging port illuminates.
■Charging time may increase
P.134
■While charging
When the power switch is turned to ON
and the energy monitor is displayed on
the Multimedia Display, the charging
connector is displayed on the energy
monitor and the flow of electricity during
charging is displayed (P.227).