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

Manual 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.

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IntervalReplace every 30,000 miles or 24 months when primarily towing or using a camper/car-top carrier. Follow the separate off-road inspection requirements after deep sand, mud or water. The front differential shares transaxle lubrication; do not order a second fill for the same reservoir.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.

Manual transmission fluid: SAE 75W-90; API GL-4 or GL-5 gear oil Verified
Manual transmission refill: 3.6 US qt Verified

Level and compatibility: Use the specified fluid and the transmission-specific level-check procedure. Conventional ATF, belt-CVT fluid and manual gear oil are not interchangeable.