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.
Verified3 compatible products2001 Toyota RAV4 / 4WD · Manual 5-speed · 4 cyl · 2.0 L
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
- SAE 5W-30 preferred; SAE 10W-30 only at 0°F (-18°C) or above Verified
- Engine oil specification
- API SJ Energy Conserving or ILSAC multigrade engine oil Verified
- Engine oil refill with filter
- 4.4 US qt Verified
- Engine oil refill without filter
- 4.2 US qt Verified
- Coolant specification
- Toyota Long Life Coolant or equivalent ethylene-glycol coolant suitable for aluminum corrosion protection; not alcohol antifreeze or plain water alone. Verified
- Engine coolant capacity
- 6.7 US qt VerifiedTotal system capacity, not the amount necessarily removed in a routine drain.
- Spark plug specification
- DENSO SK20R11 or NGK IFR6A11 Verified
- Spark plug gap
- 0.043 in Verified
- Brake fluid
- SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 Verified
- Power steering fluid
- Automatic transmission fluid DEXRON II or III Verified
- Manual transmission fluid
- SAE 75W-90; API GL-4 or GL-5 gear oil Verified
- Manual transmission refill
- 3.6 US qt Verified
- Oil filter applications
- K&N SO-1003 Verified
- Engine oil drain washer
- Toyota 90430-12031 Verified
- Front tire
- P215/70R16 VerifiedBase gasoline RAV4 with P215/70R16 tires, steel spare wheel and half spare-tire cover, without roof rails, L Package, optional ABS or limited-slip differential.
- Rear tire
- P215/70R16 VerifiedBase gasoline RAV4 with P215/70R16 tires, steel spare wheel and half spare-tire cover, without roof rails, L Package, optional ABS or limited-slip differential.
- Front wheel
- 16-inch styled steel wheel VerifiedMainland US gasoline RAV4, base equipment with P215/70R16 tires and styled steel wheels; without L Package or optional rear limited-slip differential.
- Rear wheel
- 16-inch styled steel wheel VerifiedMainland US gasoline RAV4, base equipment with P215/70R16 tires and styled steel wheels; without L Package or optional rear limited-slip differential.
12-volt battery
Inspect the case, hold-down and terminals. Confirm dimensions, polarity and venting before selecting a replacement battery.
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.
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.
VerifiedLights and fuses
Check exterior lights and use the manual's lamp and fuse diagrams to identify the failed circuit. A repeatedly blown fuse needs diagnosis.
VerifiedManual transmission fluid
Match the fluid to the exact transmission, not just the vehicle model. A drain-and-refill amount differs from the total dry capacity.
VerifiedSpark plugs
Use the engine-specific plug type. Check the service schedule and inspect ignition faults before replacing parts.
VerifiedTires and rotation
Check cold pressures, tread wear and damage. Use the vehicle placard for the fitted tire size and load rather than the tire sidewall maximum.
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