1998 Toyota RAV4 Owners Manual - Page 136

If your vehicle overheats or power is down This light comes on when the motor switch is on. It goes off when the traction motor is ready to run. The warning light (and buzzer) may come on if you continue driving under high load, or with an excessive load applied on a steep incline or at higher or lower ambient temperatures. In this case, the power is limited, so that the acceleration becomes uneven or the maximum vehicle speed decreases. As this does not indicate a malfunction, you can continue driving at moderate speed. If you have a flat tire- 1. Reduce your speed gradually, keeping a straight line. Move cautiously off the road to a safe place well away from the traffic. Avoid stopping on the center divider of a highway. Park on a level spot with firm ground. 2. Stop the traction motor and turn on your emergency flashers. 3. Firmly set the parking brake and put the transmission in "P". 4. Have everyone get out of the vehicle on the side away from traffic. 5. Read the following instructions thoroughly. CAUTION If the output control warning light comes on, observe the following. If the light comes on frequently or does not go off, the system may suddenly fail and your vehicle may become undriveable. Have your vehicle checked at EV service station. CAUTION When jacking, be sure to observe the following to reduce the possibility of personal injury: D Follow jacking instructions. D Do not start or run the traction motor while your vehicle is supported by a jack. 128