Unplug right away after charging?
I can't figure out from the hard-to-read 2022 RAV4 Prime owner's manual whether it is OK to leave the portable charger hooked up to the charging port for several hours after the traction battery is...
View ArticleWhat percentage of charge will the engine charge the battery while driving?
I have ordered my RAV 4 Prime with the 6.6 KW charger, due later this year or early next year. If I start out on a trip with a full charge then run 40 miles on battery. How long will I have to run on...
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Chinese RAV 4 Prime (Wildlander PHEV) question
Hi, I own a 2022 Wildlander PHEV which is the same exact vehicle as the RAV 4 Prime although it has a different front end and the rear lights are designed slightly differently. I posted photos in case...
View Article2022 RAV4 prime owner/ solar charging
I’m thinking of slow charging my RAV 4 prime using my RV 200watt solar/ battery bank and a Xantrex Pro XM 1000 inverter. Seems Simple, but the more I learn about the technology built in to my car the...
View Article2023 RAV4 PRIME
2023 RAV4 PRIME is now on the Toyota official website. But it's still only offered in the same two trim levels SE and XSE. I was really hoping they would expand it to offer more trim levels as I don't...
View ArticleAlert message in history but not on dashboard
When I checked my alert history in the display of our 2021 Rav4 Prime there was an UNDATED MESSAGE that read "A malfunction in the electronic control of the engine, throttle, or automatic transmission...
View ArticleIs the RAV 4 Prime fun to drive?
So, I own a 2009 Tacoma that is my daily driver... fantastic vehicle, but it is getting on in years and miles. I also have a 2016 manual trans Chevy Corvette for fun. Thinking about selling the Vette...
View ArticleGas mileage
Well i just bought a 2023 Toyota rav 4 prime And to tell you the honest truth and tested for Gas mileage and i charged it every nite and got 950 miles out of this vehicle that is with charging full...
View ArticlePrime EV / ICE selection
Hi All, Does anyone know if the Rav4 Prime can be driven so that it's in EV mode when the speed is under a user set threshold and then transitions over to ICE-hybrid once above it? Or is this something...
View ArticleRav-4 Prime
Anyone on here have a Rav 4 Prime? Where on earth did you find it? AND at what price?
View ArticleLevel 1 and 2 Charging Questions
Recently procured a 22 Prime SE. The Level 1 charger works, but would at times like to step up the charge rate to a Level 2 for more fully charge between people using the car .. 4 drivers in house....
View ArticleRoof Racks - snowboard racks
I am looking to get a ski/snowboard rack on my Rav4 Prime. My problem? Random noises make me crazy while driving. I put some on the minivan and it whistled so I removed the storage rack. There is more...
View Article2021 Rav 4 prime power window problem
I often pull into grocery store and I have my dog in the back in a crate, She is very content and I keep the climate control on to keep her warm. I have been doing this regularly for two years. Tonight...
View ArticleBuzzing Noise from Prime A/C compressor
I took my 2021 Rav4 Prime into my dealer to get the reflash done to eliminate the compressor noise (See T-SB-0042-22). After waiting for two hours the service advisor told me the reflash couldn't be...
View ArticleRAV4 Prime 'Bait and Switch'
As much as we all love our RAV4 Primes, it is possible that we were all duped regarding the inclusion of "Active Grill Shutters". I have gone round and round with Toyota as to why my 2021 RAV4 Prime SE...
View ArticleFreon Low Warning?
Does the Prime use the AC system to cool down the traction batteries when needed? If so, does it give a warning when freon is low? Thanks
View ArticleODB11 Scanners for Prime
Can a standard scanner (e.g. MotorPower MP69033) be used to read all the trouble codes in a Rav4 Prime? For instance, TSB 0042-22 Rev1 list the following codes: P15017A – Hybrid/EV battery cooling...
View ArticleDoes the RAV4 Prime have oil dilution problems?
Does the RAV4 Prime have oil dilution problems due to the ICE never warming up enough to burn off the contaminants in the oil - gasoline, etc? It would seem to make sense because all vehicles must be...
View ArticleRAV4 Prime back up camera
Hi - Brant here - new member - Picked up a new RAV4 Prime Saturday and the back up camera stopped working yesterday. When I put the car in reverse the display goes black. Anyone else suffering from this?
View Articletrailer hitch and/or bike rack for 2022 Rav4 Prime
Hello - I purchased my RAV4 Prime 6 months ago, sight unseen. Fortunately I like just about every aspect of it. One thing I do not like is the skinny rear bumper, which does not accommodate my Saris...
View ArticleCharging the 12 volt accessory battery
Does the 12 Volt battery on the Prime get charged when in EV mode or only HV mode? If only HV mode isn't that a poor design for retired people like me who mainly drive in EV mode?
View ArticleTowing
Hello Everyone, I have a 2022 RAV4 Prime. I was wondering can you tow a small camper trailer? Has anyone towed with this vehicle? What kind of hitch did you have installed? Did have to do any other...
View ArticleHow to make use of the 6.6 kW onboard charger
Our 2021 RAV4 Prime XSE came equipped with the onboard 6.6kW traction battery charger. I cannot find any information on how to make use of it. The dealer is telling me I have to purchase a EV Charger...
View ArticleDriver Seat Position Memory Capability
I'm a new owner of a 2023 RAV4 Prime XSE and when getting all the setup information from the salesperson, I was surprised to learn that there was no driver seat position memory capability standard with...
View Articlewiring harness diagram for JBL Display Toyota Rav4 Prime XSE 2023
Hey guys. Happy to be a new member to this forum. I am looking to install an aftermarket Front parking assist camera for my new JBL Display Toyota Rav4 Prime XSE 2023. Can any of you help me by sending...
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Just picked up our Prime today!
Just picked up our Prime SE after a much shorter than expected 15 month wait (wait times are 2+ years in Canada). Any lived experience from folks? We plan on using electric only for the vast majority...
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Thoughts on a RAV4 Prime
It may be time to pull the trigger on a RAV4 Prime. I usually shop for cars that are a year or two old and came across this 2022 model. For those of you with a RAV4 Prime (or previous owner). What's...
View ArticleAmp Limits When Using a 240 Volt Charging System
I'm getting ready to purchase a 240V charging system for my garage and I'm a bit confused when it comes to Amp limits. I'm looking at the Emporia EV Charger charging system and it states 40 Amp (hard...
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Performance dampers
Has anyone installed these? How difficult was it? What difference in ride do you see?
View ArticleSoftware update for multi-Media system with Navigation (see...
Have any of you updated this software on your own? Any issues or concerns or suggestions? How do you check the present software version in your car to see if indeed the update is required since perhaps...
View ArticleHow often should you use the gas engine in a plug in hybrid?
Since my daily commute and driving is less than 30 miles, I have been able to use only the battery/electric motor for the past 4 months. I have run the gas engine for about a half hour every month....
View ArticleCharging two RAV4 prime SE's
Can I charge both cars(two level 1 chargers) at the same time from the same household outlet? Thanks for your help.
View ArticleHUD displaying D on 2023 RAV4 Prime
When driving my RAV4, the HUD used to show a D at all time while driving normally. A few days ago I pressed and held the - paddle shifter for a few seconds while the D was displayed and the D...
View Article2023 Rav 4 Navigation issues
I have a 2023 Rav4 prime. Having issues with the navigation system. Can't seem to edit the addresses to label them as Bob's house, mom's house, etc. It only saves the street address as a "Favorite"....
View ArticleI am buying a Rav4 Prime. And will be upgrading a few things for my life style.
1. I am going to put in a trailer Reciver. I tow an Aliner trailer 2 or 3 time a camping in California. Think I can still use the Kick open function with a eco hitch or a hid-a-away hitch set up. The...
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