Toyota RAV4 PHEV 2023 Owner's Manual page 314

312 5-2. Driving procedures
tem immediately after turning the
power switch to OFF, the hybrid sys-
tem may not start in some cases. After
turning the power switch to OFF,
please wait a few seconds before
restarting the hybrid system.
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Customization
If the smart entry & start system has
been deactivated in a customized set-
ting, refer to P.572.
WARNING
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When starting the hybrid system
Always start the hybrid system while
sitting in the driver's seat. Do not
depress the accelerator pedal while
starting the hybrid system under any
circumstances.
Doing so may cause an accident
resulting in death or serious injury.
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Caution while driving (vehicles
with steering lock function)
If hybrid system failure occurs while
the vehicle is moving, do not lock or
open the doors until the vehicle
reaches a safe and complete stop.
Activation of the steering lock in this
circumstance may lead to an acci-
dent, resulting in death or serious
injury.
NOTICE
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When starting the hybrid system
If the hybrid system becomes difficult
to start, have your vehicle checked by
any authorized Toyota retailer or
Toyota authorized repairer, or any
reliable repairer immediately.
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Symptoms indicating a malfunc-
tion with the power switch
If the power switch seems to be oper-
ating somewhat differently than usual,
such as the switch sticking slightly,
there may be a malfunction. Contact
any authorized Toyota retailer or
Toyota authorized repairer, or any
reliable repairer immediately.
Stopping the hybrid system
1 Stop the vehicle completely.
2 If the parking brake is in manual
mode, set the parking brake.
(P.320)
Check the parking brake indicator is
illuminated.
3 Shift the shift lever to P.
Do not press the shift lever button after
shifting the shift lever to P.
4 Press the power switch shortly
and firmly.
The hybrid system will stop, and the
meter display will be extinguished.
Release the shift lever when pressing
the power switch.
5 Release the brake pedal and
check that "ACCESSORY" or
"IGNITION ON" is not shown on
the multi-information display.
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