2023 TOYOTA RAV4 PRIME warning light

5317-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
4Install a new light bulb.
5 Install the bulb base to the
light unit by inserting it and
turning the bulb base clock-
wise.
Secure the cord wit h the clip back
again after installing the bulb base.
6 Reinstall the cover.
WARNING
■Replacing light bulb
●Turn off the light. Do not attempt
to replace the bu lb immediately
after turning off the light.
The bulb become very hot and
may cause burns.
●Do not touch the glass portion
of the light bulb with bare
hands. When it is unavoidable
to hold the glass portion, use
and hold with a clean dry cloth
to avoid getting moisture and
oils on the bulb.
Also, if the bulb is scratched or
dropped, it may blow out or
crack.
●Fully install light bulb and any
parts used to secure it. Failure
to do so may result in heat dam-
age, fire, or water entering the
light unit. This may damage the
light or cause condensation to
build up on the lens.
●Do not attempt to repair or dis-
assemble light bulbs, connec-
tors, electric circuits or
component parts.
Doing so may result in death or
serious injury due to electric
shock.
■To prevent damage or fire
●Make sure bulb is fully seated
and locked.
●Check the wattage of the bulb
before installing to prevent heat
damage.

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When trouble arises
When trouble arises
8-1. Essential informationEmergency flashers .... 534
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency.................................. 535
If the vehicle is submerged or water on the road is ris-
ing ............................. 536
8-2. Steps to take in an emer- gency
If your vehicle needs to be towed......................... 538
If you think something is wrong ........................ 540
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer sounds
.................................. 541
If a warning message is dis- played........................ 552
If you have a flat tire.... 557
If the hybrid system will not start ........................... 564
If you lose your keys ... 566
If the fuel filler door cannot be opened ................. 566
If the electronic key does not operate properly .. 567
If the 12-volt battery is dis- charged ..................... 569
If your vehicle overheats .................................. 574
If the vehicle becomes stuck .......................... 578

5408-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Fluid leaks under the vehicle
(Water dripping from the air
conditioning after use is nor-
mal.)
 Flat-looking tires or uneven
tire wear
 High coolant temperature
warning light flashes or come
on
 Changes in exhaust sound
 Excessive tire squeal when
cornering
 Strange noises related to the
suspension system
 Pinging or other noises
related to the hybrid system
 Engine missing, stumbling or
running roughly
 Appreciable loss of power
 Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when braking
 Vehicle pulls heavily to one
side when driving on a level
road
 Loss of brake effectiveness,
spongy feeling, pedal almost
touches the floor
If you think something
is wrong
If you notice any of the fol-
lowing symptoms, your
vehicle probably needs
adjustment or repair. Con-
tact your Toyota dealer as
soon as possible.
Visible symptoms
Audible symptoms
Operational symptoms

5418-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
■Brake system warning light (warning buzzer)
■Brake system warning light
■Charging system warning light
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds
Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning
lights comes on or flashes. If a light comes on or flashes, but
then goes off, this does not necessarily indicate a malfunc-
tion in the system. However, if this continues to occur, have
the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
Actions to the warning lights or warning buzzers
Warning lightDetails/Actions
(U.S.A.)
(Canada) (Red)
Indicates that:
 The brake fluid level is low; or
 The brake system is malfunctioning
 Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe
place and contact your Toyota dealer.
Continuing to drive the vehicle may be
dangerous.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
(Yellow)
Indicates a malfunction in:
The parking brake system;
 The regenerative braking system; or
 The electronically controlled brake system
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer immediately.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging
system
 Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe
place and contact your Toyota dealer.

5428-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■High coolant temperature warning light* (warning buzzer)
*: This light illuminates on the mu lti-information display with a message.
■Hybrid system overheat warning light* (warning buzzer)
*: This light illuminates on the mu lti-information display with a message.
■Low engine oil pressure warning light* (warning buzzer)
*: This light illuminates on the mu lti-information display with a message.
■Malfunction indicator lamp
Warning lightDetails/Actions
Indicates that the engine is overheating
 Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe
place.
Handling method ( P.574)
Warning lightDetails/Actions
Indicates that the hybrid system has overheated
 Stop the vehicle in a safe place.
Handling method ( P.574)
Warning lightDetails/Actions
Indicates that the engine oil pressure is too low
 Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe
place and contact your Toyota dealer.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)
Indicates a malfunction in:
 The hybrid system;
 The electronic engi ne control system;
 The electronic throttle control system; or
 The emission control s ystem (if equipped)
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer immediately.

5438-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
■SRS warning light
■ABS warning light
■Electric power steering system warning light (warning
buzzer)
Warning lightDetails/Actions
Indicates a malfunction in:
The SRS airbag system;
 The front passenger o ccupant classification
system; or
 The seat belt pretensioner system
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer immediately.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)
Indicates a malfunction in:
 The ABS; or
 The brake assist system
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer immediately.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
(Red)
or
(Yellow)Indicates a malfunction in the EPS (Electric
Power Steeri ng) system
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer immediately.

5448-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■PCS warning light (warning buzzer)
■LTA indicator (warning buzzer)
■Intuitive parking assist OFF indicator (warning buzzer)
Warning lightDetails/Actions
(Flashes or illuminates)
When a buzzer sounds simultaneously:
Indicates a malfunction has occurred in the PCS
(Pre-Collision System).
Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer immediately.
When a buzzer does not sound:
The PCS (Pre-Collision System) has become
temporarily unavailable, corrective action may
be necessary.
 Follow the instructions displayed on the
multi-information display. ( P.338, 552)
If the PCS (Pre-Collision System) or VSC (Vehi-
cle Stability Control) system is disabled, the
PCS warning light will illuminate.
 P.350
Warning lightDetails/Actions
(Orange)
Indicates a malfunction in the LTA (Lane Trac-
ing Assist)
 Follow the instructions displayed on the
multi-information display. ( P.362)
Warning lightDetails/Actions
(If equipped)
When a buzzer sounds:
Indicates a malfunction in the Intuitive parking
assist function
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer immediately.
When a buzzer does not sound:
Indicates that the system is temporarily unavail-
able, possibly due to a sensor being dirty or cov-
ered with ice, etc.
 Follow the instructions displayed on the
multi-information display. ( P.390, 552)

5458-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
■PKSB OFF indicator (warning buzzer)
■BSM OFF indicator (warning buzzer)
■RCTA OFF indicator* (warning buzzer)
*: This light illuminat es on the multi-information display.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
(If equipped)
If “Parking Support Brake Malfunction Visit Your
Dealer” is displayed on the multi-information
display:
Indicates a malfunctio n in the PKSB (Parking
Support Brake) system
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer immediately.
If “Parking Assist Unavailable” is displayed on
the multi-information display:
Indicates that the system is temporarily unavail-
able, possibly due to a sensor being dirty or cov-
ered with ice, etc.
 Follow the instructions displayed on the
multi-information display. ( P.399, 552)
Warning lightDetails/Actions
Indicates a malfunction in the BSM (Blind Spot
Monitor) function
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer immediately.
Indicates that the rear bumper around the radar
sensor is covered with dirt, etc. ( P.380)
 Follow the instructions displayed on the
multi-information display. ( P.380, 552)
Warning lightDetails/Actions
Indicates a malfunctio n in the RCTA (Rear
Cross Traffic Alert) function
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer immediately.
Indicates that the rear bumper around the radar
sensor is covered with dirt, etc. ( P.380)
 Follow the instructions displayed on the
multi-information display. ( P.380, 552)