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2021 Toyota RAV4 Owners Manual - Using the other interior features



Using the other interior features

Other interior features

    To set the visor in the forward position, flip it down.
    To set the visor in the side position, flip down, unhook, and swing it to the side.
    To use the side extender (if equipped), place the visor in the side position, then slide it backward.

Slide the cover to open.

The light turns on when the cover is opened.

    Automatic light off to prevent 12-volt battery discharge

If the vanity lights remain on when

the power switch is turned to OFF, the lights will go off automatically after 20 minutes.

NOTICE

    To prevent 12-volt battery dis- charge

Do not leave the vanity lights on for extended periods while the hybrid system is off.

Power outlet (12 VDC)

When using electronic goods, make sure that the power con- sumption of all the connected power outlets is less than 120 W.

    Front

Open the lid.

    Luggage compartment

Open the lid.

Power outlet (120 VAC) (if equipped)

Please use a power supply for electronic goods that use less than 120 VAC (power consump- tion of 1500 W).

When using electronic goods,

make sure that the power con-

    The power outlet can be used when

The power switch is in ACC or ON.

    When stopping the hybrid sys- tem

Disconnect electrical devices with charging functions, such as mobile battery packs.

If such devices are left connected, the hybrid system may not stop nor- mally.

    Using the power outlet

Open the lid.

    When turning the power outlet on
    Check that the parking brake is engaged, securely depress the brake pedal and press the power switch (P.279).
    Check that the READY indi- cator is illuminated, and press the AC 120 V switch.

The power outlet can be used when the indicator on the AC 120 V switch is illuminated.

The power outlet are turned off/on each time the AC 120 V switch is

pressed.

    When connecting a device
    When turning the power outlet off
    Turn the connected devices off.
    Press the AC 120 V switch to turn the power outlet off.
    Disconnect each plug from the power outlet.
    Close the lid of the power outlet.

charge of the hybrid battery (traction battery) decreases, etc.

    The power outlet (120 VAC)
    Use electrical devices that do not exceed a total maximum power usage of 1500 W at AC 120 V for the power outlet (AC 120 V/1500 W). If electrical devices exceeding the specified capacity are used, the protection function will activate and prevent the power outlet from being used.
    A large current may flow causing the current power to exceed 1500 W depending on the electrical device used. In this situation, the protective function activates and the outlet cannot be used. How- ever, this is not a malfunction.
    Certain types of electrical devices may disturb TV or radio by noises.
    Power outlet voltage cannot be measured accurately by using a commercial tester. If you need to check the voltage, have the vehi- cle inspected at your Toyota dealer.
    Noise may be heard from the cool- ing fan under the rear seats when using the power outlet, but this is not a malfunction.
    120 VAC Devices which may not operate properly

The following 120 VAC devices may not operate properly even if their power consumption is less than 1500 W:

    Devices with high initial peak watt- age
    Measuring devices that process precise data

Devices that require an extremely

    The power outlet (120 VAC) can be used when

“READY” indicator is illuminated.

    Engine operating

The engine starts automatically and charging starts when the remaining

stable power supply

    Devices that require a constant power supply from the power out- let, such as a device with a timer.
    When the 120 VAC power outlet cannot be used

If the AC 120 V switch is pressed but the switch indicator does not illu- minate, the protection circuit may have operated.

In this case, perform the appropriate procedures as follows.

    Disconnect the plug of each device from the power outlet, check that the total power con- sumption of all devices to be con- nected to the power outlet is less than 1500 W, reconnect the devices and then press the AC
    If any electrical device has mal- functioned, park the vehicle in a safe location and turn the AC inverter off.
    If the protection function activates and power is cut, perform the fol- lowing procedure.
    Stop the vehicle in a safe place and set the parking brake.
    Ensure that the shift lever is in P or N.
    Check that the power consumed by the electrical devices is within 1500 W and any device has not malfunctioned.

120 V switch again.

    Disconnect the plug of each device from the power outlet, check that the devices are not malfunctioning, reconnect the devices and then press the AC 120 V switch again.
    Check the charge of the hybrid battery (traction battery) (P.165). If the charge is low, shift the shift lever to P, allow the engine to run to charge the hybrid battery (traction battery), and then press the AC 120 V switch again.
    If the temperature inside the vehi- cle is high, such as after the vehi- cle has been parked in the sun, use the air conditioning system to sufficiently ventilate or cool the interior, and then press the AC 120 V switch again.
    If the vehicle has been stopped in a cold area, to protect the hybrid battery (traction battery), the power outlet may not be able to be used. In this case, drive the vehi- cle for a while to warm up the hybrid battery (traction battery), and then press the AC 120 V switch again.

If the power outlet cannot be used even after performing the appropri- ate procedures above, have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.

    Press the AC 120 V switch.

If the inside of the vehicle is hot, open the windows to lower the tem- perature and turn the switch back on once the inside of the vehicle reaches a normal temperature. If following the procedure above does not restore power, have the vehicle inspected at your Toyota dealer.

WARNING

    For safe use

Observe the following precau- tions.

Failure to do so may lead to an accident, resulting in death or serious injury.

    Do not use devices such as the following when driving. Also, do not use a device if it cannot be secured within the vehicle.
    Devices which may distract the driver and be a hinderance to safe driving, such as a TV, DVD player, etc.
    Unsecured devices or devices which generate heat, such as a toaster, microwave, electric heater, electric kettle, coffee maker, etc., as they may fly around possibly causing injury, burns or a fire in the case of sudden braking or an accident.

The USB 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 prop- erly. Refer to the manual included with the device before using a USB charging port.

    Using the USB charging ports

Console box Type A:

Open the console box and open the lid.

Type B:

Rear Open the lid.

    The USB charging ports can be used when

The power switch is in ACC or ON.

    Situations in which the USB charging ports may not operate correctly
    If a device which consumes more than 2.1 A at 5 V is connected
    If a device designed to communi- cate 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 vehi- cle is high, such as after the vehi- cle has been parked in the sun
    About connected external devices

Depending on the connected exter- nal device, charging may occasion- ally be suspended and then start again. This is not a malfunction.

This function cannot be used with portable devices that are larger than the charging area.

Also, depending on the portable device, it may not operate as normal. Please read the opera- tion manual for portable devices to be used.

    The “Qi” symbol

The “Qi” symbol is a trademark of the Wireless Power Consor- tium.

    Name for all parts

Charge area

Operation indicator light Power supply switch

    Using the wireless charger

1 Press the power supply switch of the wireless char- ger.

Switches on and off with each

press of the power supply switch.

When turned on, the operation indi- cator light (green) comes on.

Even with the hybrid system off, the on/off state of the power supply switch is memorized.

When charging, the operation indi- cator light (orange) comes on.

If charging is not occurring, try plac- ing the portable device as close to the center of the charging area as possible.

When charging is complete, the operation indicator light (green) comes on.

    Recharging function
    When charging is complete and after a fixed time in the charge suspension state, charging restarts.
    When the portable device is moved, charging is stopped

for a moment and then it restarts.

    Lighting conditions of oper- ation indicator light

Operation indicator light

Conditions

Turning off

When the Wireless charger power supply is off

Green (comes on)

On Standby (charging possible state)

When charging is com- plete*

Orange (comes on)

When placing the por- table device on the charging area (detect- ing the portable device)

Charging

*: Depending on the portable device, there are cases where the operation indicator light will con- tinue being lit up orange even after the charging is complete.

    When the operation indicator light flashes

When an error occurs, the oper- ation indicator light flashes an orange color.

Handle the error based on the following tables.

    Flashing repeatedly once every second (Orange)
    Repeatedly flashes 3 times continuously (Orange)
    Repeatedly flashes 4 times continuously (Orange)

Suspected causes

Handling method

Temperature ris- ing within the wireless charger.

Stop charging at once and start charging again after for a while.

    The wireless charger can be operated when

The power switch is in ACC or ON.

    Usable portable devices

Qi standard wireless charge stan- dard can be used on compatible devices.

However, not all Qi standard devices and compatibility are guar- anteed.

Starting with mobile phones and smartphones, it is aimed for low power electrically supplied portable devices of no more than 5W.

    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 porta- ble device. Depending on the type of cover and accessory, it may not be possible to charge. When charging is not performed even with the portable device placed on the charge area, remove the cover and accessories.

    While charging, noise enters the AM radio

Turn off the wireless charger and confirm that the noise has decreased. If the noise decreases, continuously pushing the power supply switch of the wireless char- ger for 2 seconds, the frequency of the charger can be changed and the noise can be reduced.Also, on that occasion, the operation indicator

light will flash orange 2 times.

    Important points of the wireless charger
    If the electronic key cannot be detected within the vehicle inte- rior, charging cannot be done. When the door is opened and closed, charging may be tempo- rarily suspended.
    When charging, the wireless charging device and portable device will get warmer, however this is not a malfunction.

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 tem- perature of the portable device drops significantly, charge again.

    Depending on usage of the porta- ble device, it may not be fully charged. This is not a malfunction.
    When using a mobile phone near

a wireless charger, the call sensi- tivity and communication speed may be reduced.

    Operation sounds

When the power supply is turned on, while searching for the portable device a sound will be produced, however this is not a malfunction.

    Cleaning the wireless charger

P.448

    Label indicating precautions for using the wireless charger

There is a label on the wireless charger. Follow the instructions on the label.

    Certification for the wireless charger

NOTICE

    To prevent damage to the armrest

Do not apply too much load on the armrest.

Assist grips

Fold down the armrest for use.

An assist grip installed on the ceiling can be used to support your body while sitting on the seat.

WARNING

    Assist grips

Do not use the assist grip when getting in or out of the vehicle or rising from your seat.

*: If equipped

System components

Vehicles with auto anti-glare inside rear view mirror

HomeLink® indicator light

Garage door operation indi- cators

HomeLink® icon

Illuminates while HomeLink® is

operating.

Vehicles with Digital Rear- view Mirror

HomeLink® indicator light

Illuminates above each button selected.

®

Appears while HomeLink® is oper- ating.

When the HomeLink® button is pressed, the logo disappears even while the HomeLink® is operating.

Press the menu button to change the setting.

    Codes stored in the HomeLink® memory
    The registered codes are not erased even if the 12-volt battery cable is disconnected.
    If learning failed when registering a different code to a HomeLink®

button that already has a code

registered to it, the already regis-

tered code will not be erased.

    Certification for the garage door opener

For vehicles sold in the U.S. mainland and Hawaii

For vehicles sold in Canada

    When support is necessary

Visit on the web at www.homelink.com/toyota or call 1-800-355-3515.

WARNING

    When programming a garage door or other remote control device

The garage door or other device may operate, so ensure people and objects are out of danger to prevent potential harm.

    Conforming to federal safety standards

Do not use the HomeLink® com- patible transceiver with any garage door opener or device that lacks safety stop and reverse fea- tures as required by federal safety standards.

This includes any garage door that cannot detect an interfering object. A door or device without these features increases the risk of death or serious injury.

    When operating or program- ming HomeLink®

Never allow a child to operate or play with the HomeLink® buttons.

Programming HomeLink®

    Before programming HomeLink®
    During programming, it is pos- sible that garage doors, gates, or other devices may operate. For this reason, make sure that people and objects are clear of the garage door or other devices to prevent injury or other potential harm.
    It is recommended that a new battery be placed in the remote control transmitter for successful programming.
    Garage door opener motors manufactured after 1995 may be equipped with rolling code protection. If this is the case, you may need a stepladder or other sturdy, safe device to reach the “Learn” or “Smart” button on the garage door opener motor.
    Programming HomeLink®

Steps 2 through 4 must be per- formed within 60 seconds, oth- erwise the HomeLink® indicator light will stop flashing and pro- gramming will not be success- fully completed.

    Vehicles with Digital Rear- view Mirror: Press the HomeLink® button or menu button

When the HomeLink® button is pressed:

Homelink® Training Tutorial will be displayed to assist you program- ming the HomeLink®.

When Homelink® Training Tutorial is displayed, follow the instructions displayed.

When the menu button is pressed:

Press the menu button and select the “Set Up >”. Homelink® Training Tutorial will be displayed to assist you programming the HomeLink®.

When Homelink® Training Tutorial is displayed, follow the instructions displayed.

    Press and release the HomeLink® button you want

to program and check that the HomeLink® indicator light flashes (orange).

    Point the remote control transmitter for the device at the rear view mirror, 1 to 3 in. (25 to 75 mm) from the HomeLink® buttons.

Keep the HomeLink® indicator light in view while programming.

    Program a device.

Programming a device other than an entry gate (for U.S.A. owners)

Press and hold the remote con- trol transmitter button until the HomeLink® indicator light changes from slowly flashing orange to rapidly flashing green (rolling code) or continuously lit green (fixed code), then release

the button.

Programming an entry gate (for U.S.A. owners)/Program- ming a device in the Cana- dian market

Press and release the remote control transmitter button at 2 second intervals, repeatedly, until the HomeLink® indicator light changes from slowly flash- ing orange to rapidly flashing (green) (rolling code) or continu- ously lit (green) (fixed code).

    Test the HomeLink® opera- tion by pressing the newly programmed button and observing the HomeLink® indicator light:
    HomeLink® indicator light illu- minates: Programming of a fixed code device has com- pleted. The garage door or other device should operate when a HomeLink® button is pressed and released.
    HomeLink® indicator light flashes rapidly: The garage door opener or other device is equipped with a rolling code. To complete programming, firmly press and hold the HomeLink® button for 2 sec- onds then release it.
    If the garage door or other device does not operate, pro- ceed to “Programming a roll- ing code system”.
    Repeat the steps above to program another device for any of the remaining HomeLink® buttons.
    Programming a rolling code system

Two or more people may be needed to complete rolling code programming.

    Locate the “Learn” or “Smart” button on the garage door opener motor in the garage.

This button can usually be found where the hanging antenna wire is attached to the unit. The name and color of the button may vary by manufacturer. Refer to the owner’s manual supplied with the garage door opener motor for details.

    Press and release the “Learn” or “Smart” button.

Perform 3 within 30 seconds after

performing 2.

    Press and hold the desired HomeLink® button (inside the vehicle) for 2 seconds and release it. Repeat this sequence (press/hold/release) up to 3 times to complete program- ming.

If the garage door opener motor operates when the HomeLink® button is pressed, the garage door opener motor recognizes the HomeLink® signal.

    Enabling 2-way communi- cation with a garage door (only available for compati- ble devices)

When enabled, 2-way communi- cation allows you to check the status of the opening and clos- ing of a garage door through indicators in your vehicle.

2-way communication is only available if the garage door opener motor used is a compati- ble device. (To check device compatibility, refer to www.homelink.com.)

    Within 5 seconds after pro- gramming the garage door opener has been completed, if the garage door opener motor is trained to HomeLink®, both garage door operation indicators will flash rapidly (green) and the light on the garage door opener motor will blink twice, indicating that 2-way commu- nication is enabled.

If the indicators do not flash, per- form 2 and 3 within the first 10 presses of the HomeLink® button after programming has been com- pleted.

    Press a programmed HomeLink® button to oper- ate a garage door.
    Within 1 minute of pressing the HomeLink® button, after the garage door operation has stopped, press the “Learn” or “Smart” button on the garage door opener motor. Within 5 seconds of the establishment of 2-way communication with the garage door opener, both garage door operation indica- tors in the vehicle will flash rapidly (green) and the light on the garage door opener motor will blink twice, indicat- ing that 2-way communica- tion is enabled.
    Reprogramming a single HomeLink® button

When the following procedure is performed, buttons which already have devices registered to them can be overwritten:

    Press and hold the desired HomeLink® button.
    When the HomeLink® indica- tor starts flashing orange, release the HomeLink® but- ton and perform “Program- ming HomeLink®” 1 (it takes 20 seconds for the HomeLink® indicator to start flashing).
    Before programming
    Install a new battery in the trans- mitter.
    The battery side of the transmitter must be pointed away from the HomeLink® buttons.

The status of the opening and closing of a garage door is shown by the garage door oper- ation indicators.

Vehicles with auto anti-glare inside rear view mirror

Opening Closing

Vehicles with Digital Rear-

view Mirror

Opening Closing

This function is only available if the

garage door opener motor used is a compatible device. (To check device compatibility, refer to www.homelink.com.)

Color

Status

Orange (flash- ing)

Currently open- ing/closing

m) of the garage door. However, if there are obstructions between the garage door and the vehicle, such as houses and trees, feedback signals from the garage door may not be received.

To recall the previous door oper- ation status, press and release either HomeLink® buttons

and or and (vehicles with auto anti-glare inside rear

view mirror), and

or and (vehicles with Digital Rear-view Mirror) simultaneously. The last recorded status will be dis- played for 3 seconds.

Press and hold the 2 outside buttons for 10 seconds until the HomeLink® indicator light changes from continuously lit (orange) to rapidly flashing (green).

If you sell your vehicle, be sure to erase the programs stored in the HomeLink® memory.

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