Steering Lock; When The Steering Lock Cannot Be Released; Steering Lock Motor Overheating Prevention; Operation Of The Power Switch - Toyota RAV4 Hybrid 2018 Service Manual

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4-2. Driving procedures
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Steering lock

After turning the power switch off and opening and closing the doors, the
steering wheel will be locked due to the steering lock function. Operating the
power switch again automatically cancels the steering lock.
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When the steering lock cannot be released

A message will be displayed on the multi-
information display.
Check that the shift lever is set in P. Press
the power switch while turning the steer-
ing wheel left and right.
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Steering lock motor overheating prevention

To prevent the steering lock motor from overheating, the motor may be sus-
pended if the hybrid system is turned on and off repeatedly in a short period
of time. In this case, refrain from operating the hybrid system. After about 10
seconds, the steering lock motor will resume functioning.
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When "Check Access System with Elec. Key" is displayed on the multi-
information display
The system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toy-
ota dealer immediately.
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If the "READY" indicator does not come on
In the event that the "READY" indicator does not come on even after perform-
ing the proper procedures for starting the vehicle, contact your Toyota dealer.
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If the hybrid system is malfunctioning
→P. 560
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If the electronic key battery is depleted
→P. 522
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Operation of the power switch

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If the switch is not pressed shortly and firmly, the power switch mode may
not change or the hybrid system may not start.
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If attempting to restart the hybrid system immediately after turning the power
switch off, the hybrid system may not start in some cases. After turning the
power switch off, please wait a few seconds before restarting the hybrid sys-
tem.
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If the smart key system has been deactivated in a customized setting
→P. 595
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