Engine oil and filter
Match both the oil grade and specification to this engine. Check the refill conditions before buying oil, then use the dipstick to confirm the final level.
VerifiedProduct compatibility review in progress2024 Toyota RAV4 / AWD · Automatic (S8) · 4 cyl · 2.5 L · EPA 27/33 mpg city/highway
Owner maintenance and common replacements
Factory intervals, fitment limits, tools, fluids, torque information, and common home-service searches.
← Back to specificationsConfiguration-specific service and fitment facts
These sourced values are shared by the specification sheet and the maintenance guides for this exact configuration.
- Engine oil viscosity
- 0W-16 VerifiedIf unavailable, 0W-20 is permitted temporarily; return to 0W-16 at the next oil change.
- Engine oil specification
- ILSAC GF-6B Verified
- Engine oil refill with filter
- 4.5 US qt VerifiedReference drain/refill; warm the engine, stop it, wait about five minutes and set the final level with the dipstick. Do not overfill.
- Engine oil refill without filter
- 4.2 US qt VerifiedReference drain/refill; warm the engine, stop it, wait about five minutes and set the final level with the dipstick. Do not overfill.
- Coolant specification
- Toyota Super Long Life Coolant VerifiedOr the owner-specified ethylene-glycol equivalent with long-life hybrid organic acid technology. Do not use plain water alone.
- Automatic transmission fluid
- Toyota Genuine ATF WS Verified
- Brake fluid
- FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703; FMVSS No.116 DOT 4 or SAE J1704 Verified
- Spark plug specification
- DENSO FC16HR-Q8 Verified
- Spark plug gap
- 0.031 in VerifiedUse the specified iridium plug; do not adjust its gap.
- Engine coolant capacity
- 7.3 US qt VerifiedSystem reference capacity; routine drained volume differs. Select by engine oil cooler equipment.
- Transfer oil capacity (owner reference)
- 0.5 US qt VerifiedOwner-table capacity reference; not a verified drain/refill procedure. Confirm the actual AWD system and use its specified oil.
- Rear differential capacity (owner reference)
- 0.5 US qt VerifiedOwner-table capacity reference; not a verified drain/refill procedure. Confirm the actual AWD system and use its specified oil.
- Transfer oil specification
- Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil LT 75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent; Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil LX 75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent VerifiedOwner-table capacity reference; not a verified drain/refill procedure. Confirm the actual AWD system and use its specified oil.
- Rear differential oil specification
- Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil LT 75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent; Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil LX 75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent VerifiedOwner-table capacity reference; not a verified drain/refill procedure. Confirm the actual AWD system and use its specified oil.
- Driver-side front blade application
- Bosch EVO26 Verified
- Passenger-side front blade application
- Bosch EVO16 VerifiedFront pair for the original wiper arms. Rear blades, washer fluid and modified arms require separate review.
- Rear blade application
- Bosch H307 Verified
- Oil filter applications
- K&N SO-1003 VerifiedOne filter per oil service. Applies only to the selected gasoline configurations. Drain washer, replacement hardware and tightening requirements remain separately unresolved.
Automatic transmission fluid
Use Toyota Genuine ATF WS. The 7.4 L owner-manual value is a system reference, not a drain/refill quantity; follow the correct temperature-dependent service procedure.
VerifiedBrake fluid and inspection
Check the reservoir and inspect any low level, warning light or changed pedal feel before driving. Repeated topping-up is not a repair.
VerifiedCabin air filter
Check reduced ventilation airflow and inspect the cabin filter where fitted. Follow the year-specific instructions for access and installation direction.
VerifiedEngine air filter
Inspect the filter housing and replace the element on the applicable schedule, sooner in dusty use when the manual requires it.
VerifiedEngine coolant
Check the reservoir level with the engine cold and investigate repeated coolant loss. Coolant type and replacement procedure matter as much as capacity.
VerifiedFront and rear wiper blades
The Bosch application catalog specifies EVO26 for the driver, EVO16 for the passenger and H307 for the rear. Each package contains one blade. Use the blade manufacturer’s fitting instructions for the original arms.
VerifiedRear differential oil
Owner-table capacity reference; not a verified drain/refill procedure. Confirm the actual AWD system and use its specified oil.
VerifiedScheduled chassis and owner inspections
Inspect brakes, boots, steering, hoses, exhaust and cooling components at the specified milestones. Drive-belt inspection begins at 60,000 mi/72 months, then every 15,000 mi/18 months. At 120,000 mi inspect the brake-booster vacuum pump; its vane and vane caps must be renewed and never reused. AWD transfer/differential service and propeller-shaft retorque require their exact branch-specific procedure. Puerto Rico and the other named island markets have an EFI additive requirement.
VerifiedSpark plugs
Use the engine-specific plug type. Check the service schedule and inspect ignition faults before replacing parts.
VerifiedTire rotation and brake inspection
Rotate the tires and visually inspect brake linings, drums, pads, and discs at each scheduled visit.
VerifiedTransfer case oil
Owner-table capacity reference; not a verified drain/refill procedure. Confirm the actual AWD system and use its specified oil.
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