Maintenance / 2001 RAV4 4WD · Manual 5-speed · 4 cyl · 2.0 L

Brake 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.

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IntervalInspect brake lines/hoses and friction components every 15,000 miles or 12 months. Inspect friction components more frequently at the specified visits for primarily rough/dusty roads, towing/carrier use or extensive idling/low-speed driving. Check fluid level during regular owner checks. No fixed brake-fluid replacement interval is established by these sources.Verified

01 / Requirements

Configuration-specific service and fitment facts

These sourced values are shared by the specification sheet and the maintenance guides for this exact configuration.

Brake fluid

Brake fluid: SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 Verified

Prestone DOT 3 Synthetic Brake Fluid

DOT 3 brake fluid · Each bottle contains 32 US fl oz (946 mL). The complete bleeding or replacement quantity must be established from Toyota’s service procedure; one bottle is not a verified full-system quantity. Use fresh fluid from a sealed container and investigate a low level before adding fluid.

Part number: AS401 · 32 US fl oz (946 mL)

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Fluid handling: Use the specified fresh fluid from a sealed container. Keep it clean and off paint; bleeding and hydraulic repairs require the correct service procedure.
Owner checks: OM42483U printed 210-211 and 222: check pedal operation, booster function, braking behavior, parking brake and reservoir level. Repair abnormal operation before continued use; bleeding and repair parts depend on the installed brake system.