Toyota RAV4 (XA50) 2019-2024 Owners Manual: If a warning message is displayed

The multi-information display shows warnings of system malfunctions, incorrectly performed operations, and messages that indicate a need for maintenance.

When a message is shown, perform the correction procedure appropriate to the message.

If a warning message is displayed again after the appropriate actions have been performed, contact your Toyota dealer.

■Warning messages

The warning messages explained below may differ from the actual messages according to operation conditions and vehicle specifications.

■If a message about an operation is shown

• If a message about an operation of the accelerator pedal or brake pedal is shown
  • A warning message about an operation of the brake pedal may be shown while the driving assist systems such as PCS (Pre-Collision system) or the dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range is operating. If a warning message is shown, be sure to decelerate the vehicle or follow the instruction shown on the multi-information display.
  • A warning message is shown when Brake Override System operates.
  • A warning message is shown when Drive-Start Control or Parking Support Brake (if equipped) operates. Follow the instructions on the multi-information display.
• If a message about an operation of the engine switch is shown (if equipped)

An instruction for operation of the engine switch is shown when the incorrect procedure for starting the engine is performed or the engine switch is operated incorrectly. Follow the instructions shown on the multi-information display to operate the engine switch again.

• If a message about a shift lever operation is shown

To prevent the shift lever from being operated incorrectly or the vehicle from moving unexpectedly, a message that requires shifting the shift lever may be shown on the multi-information display. In that case, follow the instruction of the message and shift the shift lever.

• If a message or image about an open/close state of a part or replenishment of a consumable is shown

Confirm the part indicated by the multi-information display or a warning light, and then perform the coping method such as closing the open door or replenishing a consumable.

■If a message that indicates the need for visiting your Toyota dealer is displayed

The system or part shown on the multi-information display is malfunctioning.

Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.

■If a message that indicates the need for referring to Owner's Manual is displayed

• If the following messages are shown, there may be a malfunction.

  Immediately have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.

  • "Charging System Malfunction"
  • "Smart Key System Malfunction"
  • "Engine Coolant Temp High"
• If the following messages are shown, there may be a malfunction.

  Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your Toyota dealer. Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.

  • "Oil Pressure Low"
  • "Braking Power Low"

■If "Shift to P when Parked" is shown (if equipped)

Message is displayed when the driver's door is opened without turning the engine switch to OFF with the shift lever in any position other than P.

Shift the shift lever to P.

■If "Auto Power OFF to Conserve Battery" is shown (if equipped)

Power was turned off due to the automatic power off function.

Next time when starting the engine, increase the engine speed slightly and maintain that level for approximately 5 minutes to recharge the battery.

■If "Engine Oil Level Low Add or Replace" is displayed

The engine oil level may be low.

Check the level of the engine oil, and add engine oil if necessary.

This message may be displayed if the vehicle is stopped on a slope. Move the vehicle to a level surface and check if the message disappears.

■If "Maintenance Required Soon" is shown

Indicates that all maintenance according to the driven distance on the maintenance schedule* should be performed soon.

Comes on approximately 4500 miles (7200 km) after the message has been reset.

If necessary, perform maintenance.

Please reset the message after the maintenance is performed.

*: Refer to the separate "Scheduled Maintenance Guide" or "Owner' Manual Supplement" for the maintenance interval applicable to your vehicle.

■If "Maintenance Required Visit Your Dealer" is shown

Indicates that all maintenance is required to correspond to the driven distance on the maintenance schedule*.

Comes on approximately 5000 miles (8000 km) after the message has been reset. (The indicator will not work properly unless the message has been reset.) Perform the necessary maintenance.

Please reset the message after the maintenance is performed.

*: Refer to the separate "Scheduled Maintenance Guide" or "Owner' Manual Supplement" for the maintenance interval applicable to your vehicle.

■If "Engine Maintenance Required Visit Your Dealer" is shown

The engine or an engine component is malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.

■If a message that indicates the malfunction of front camera is displayed

The following systems may be suspended until the problem shown in the message is resolved.

• PCS (Pre-Collision System)
• LTA (Lane Tracing Assist)
• AHB (Automatic High Beam)
• RSA (Road Sign Assist)*
• Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range

*: If equipped

■If a message that indicates the malfunction of radar sensor is displayed

The following systems may be suspended until the problem shown in the message is resolved.

• PCS (Pre-Collision System)
• LTA (Lane Tracing Assist)
• Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range

■If "Radar Cruise Control Unavailable See Owner's Manual" is shown

The dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range system is suspended temporarily or until the problem shown in the message is resolved. (causes and coping methods)

■If "Radar Cruise Control Unavailable" is shown

The dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range system cannot be used temporarily. Use the system when it becomes available again.

NOTICE

■"High Power Consumption Partial Limit On AC/Heater Operation" is frequently shown

There is a possible malfunction relating to the charging system or the battery may be deteriorating.

Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.