TOYOTA RAV4 1996 Service Repair Manual

Fig. 2: Identifying Transmission/Differential Drain & Filler Plugs (Camry 2.2L 4-Cyl. & Celica 2.2L (5S-
FE))
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Fig. 3: Identifying Transmission/Differential Drain & Filler Plugs (Corolla 1.6L (4A-FE) & Tercel 3-
Speed)
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Transfer Case (Land Cruiser, Pickup, Previa, Tacoma, T100 & 4Runner)
Remove filler plug located on rear of transfer case. Fluid should be level with bottom edge of filler plug hole. If
fluid is low, fill with proper type fluid until fluid is level with filler plug opening. See RECOMMENDED
FLUID under LUBRICATION. Reinstall filler plug.
Transfer Case (RAV4)
Park vehicle on level surface and apply parking brake. Check fluid level on transfer case dipstick. Fluid level
should be in the LOW to HIGH range. Add proper type of fluid if necessary. See RECOMMENDED FLUID

under LUBRICATION. DO NOT overfill transfer case.
RECOMMENDED FLUID
CAUTION: As per Toyota TSB TC003-99, dated May 21, 1999, ATF Type T-IV now
replaces other Type T fluids. Only ATF Type T can be mixed with Type T-IV
fluid. ATF Type T-II and Type T-IV fluids must NOT be mixed. To prevent
damage to transmission, determine which fluid type has been used.

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For recommend fluid and transmission refill capacity, refer to the FLUID APPLICATION table. For fluid
capacity, refer to the TRANSMISSION REFILL CAPACITIES
table under FLUID CAPACITIES.
FLUID APPLICATION
FLUID CAPACITIES
TRANSMISSION REFILL CAPACITIES
(1)
ApplicationFluid Type
Transmission
RAV4
2WDDexron-II ATF
4WDToyota Type "T" ATF
Supra
Non-TurboDexron-II ATF
TurboToyota Type "T"-II ATF
All OthersDexron-II
Transmission/Differential
Avalon, Camry, Celica 2.2L (5S-FE), Corolla 1.6L (4A-FE) &
Tercel 3-SpeedDexron-II
Transfer Case
Land CruiserSAE 75W-90 GL-5 Gear Oil
Pickup
2.4L 4-Cyl.SAE 75W-90 GL-5 Gear Oil
3.0L V6Dexron-II ATF
Previa, RAV4, Tacoma & T100SAE 75W-90 GL-5 Gear Oil
4Runner
1995 Models
2.4L 4-Cyl.SAE 75W-90 GL-5 Gear
Oil
3.0L V6Dexron-II ATF
1996 ModelsSAE 75W-90 GL-5 Gear Oil
ApplicationRefill: Qts. (L)Dry Fill: Pts. (L)
Avalon3.7 (3.5)7.1 (6.7)
Camry
2.2L 4-Cyl.2.6 (2.5)5.9 (5.6)
3.0L V6.3.7 (3.5)7.1 (6.7)
Celica
1.8L (7A-FE)3.3 (3.1)8.0 (7.6)
2.2L (5S-FE)2.6 (2.5)5.9 (5.6)
Corolla
1.6L (4A-FE)2.6 (2.5)5.8 (5.5)

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1.8L (7A-FE)3.3 (3.1)8.0 (7.6)
Land Cruiser2.0 (1.9)11.6 (11.0)
MR2
2.2L Non-Turbo3.5 (3.3)8.5 (8.0)
Paseo3.3 (3.1)7.6 (7.2)
Pickup
2WD
2.4L 4-Cyl.2.5 (2.4)6.9 (6.5)
3.0L V61.7 (1.6)7.6 (7.2)
4WD
2.4L 4-Cyl.2.1 (2.0)8.0 (7.6)
3.0L V64.8 (4.5)10.9 (10.3)
Previa
Non-Supercharged2.5 (2.4)6.0 (5.7)
Supercharged1.7 (1.6)7.6 (7.2)
RAV4
2WD3.5 (3.3)8.5 (8.0)
4WD3.5 (3.3)7.4 (7.0)
Supra
Non-Turbo1.7 (1.6)7.6 (7.2)
Turbo2.0 (1.9)8.7 (8.2)
Tacoma
2WD
2.4L 4-Cyl.2.5 (2.4)6.9 (6.5)
3.4L V61.7 (1.6)7.6 (7.2)
4WD2.1 (2.0)10.5 (9.9)
Tercel
3-Speed2.6 (2.5)5.8 (5.5)
4-Speed3.3 (3.1)7.6 (7.2)
T100
2WD1.7 (1.6)7.6 (7.2)
4WD2.1 (2.0)8.0 (7.6)
4Runner
1995
2WD1.7 (1.6)7.6 (7.2)
4WD
2.4L 4-Cyl.2.1 (2.0)8.0 (7.6)
3.0L V64.8 (4.5)10.9 (10.3)
1996
2WD1.7 (1.6)7.6 (7.2)
4WD2.1 (2.0)9.3 (8.8)

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TRANSMISSION DIFFERENTIAL REFILL CAPACITIES (1)
TRANSFER CASE REFILL CAPACITIES
(1)
DRAINING & REFILLING
ApplicationQts. (L)
Avalon1.0 (.9)
Camry
2.2L 4-Cyl.1.7 (1.6)
3.0L V61.0 (.9)
Celica
2.2L (5S-FE)1.7 (1.6)
Corolla
1.6L (4A-FE)1.5 (1.4)
Tercel
3-Speed1.5 (1.4)
(1)Approximate capacity is listed.
ApplicationQts. (L)
Land Cruiser1.8 (1.7)
Pickup
2.4L 4-Cyl.1.2 (1.1)
3.0L V6.8 (.7)
Previa1.4 (1.3)
RAV4.8 (.7)
Tacoma1.1 (1.0)
T1001.2 (1.1)
4Runner
1995 Models
2.4L 4-Cyl.1.2 (1.1)
3.0L V6.8 (.7)
1996 Models1.1 (1.0)
(1)Approximate capacity is listed.
NOTE: All transmissions contain a transmission oil strainer mounted on the valve
body. Manufacturer does list transmission oil strainer replacement when
servicing the transmission. If servicing transmission oil strainer, oil pan
removal is required.

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Transmission (Pickup 4WD W/3.0L V6 & 1995 4Runner 4WD W/V6)
1. Remove transmission oil pan drain plugs from transmission. See Fig. 4 . Allow fluid to fully drain. If
replacing transmission oil strainer, remove transmission oil pan and gasket.
2. Remove bolts, transmission oil strainer and gasket (if equipped). Thoroughly clean transmission oil pan.
Using NEW gasket (if equipped), install transmission oil strainer. Install and tighten bolts to
specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
.
3. Using NEW gasket, install transmission oil pan (if removed). Install and tighten bolts to specification See
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
. Fill transmission through dipstick tube to specified capacity using
recommended fluid. See RECOMMENDED FLUID
under LUBRICATION.
4. Ensure vehicle is on a level surface. Apply parking brake. Start engine and apply brakes. Move gearshift
from Park through Low and back to Park.
5. Check fluid level on transmission dipstick. Add proper type fluid so fluid level is at the COOL range
marked on the dipstick. Operate vehicle to normal operating temperature and recheck. See CHECKING
FLUID LEVEL under LUBRICATION. CAUTION: When removing transmission oil strainer, note bolt size and length
for reassembly reference.

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Fig. 4: Identifying Transmission Oil Pan Drain Plugs (Pickup 4WD With 3.0L V6 & 1995 4Runner 4WD
With V6)
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Transmission (All Others)
1. Remove transmission oil pan drain plug from transmission oil pan. Allow fluid to fully drain. If replacing
transmission oil strainer, remove transmission oil pan and gasket.
2. Remove bolts, transmission oil strainer and gasket (if equipped). Thoroughly clean transmission oil pan.
Using NEW gasket (if equipped), install transmission oil strainer. Install and tighten bolts to
specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
.
3. Using NEW gasket, install transmission oil pan (if removed). Install and tighten bolts to specification See
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
. Fill transmission through dipstick tube to specified capacity using
recommended fluid. See RECOMMENDED FLUID
under LUBRICATION.
4. Ensure vehicle is on a level surface. Apply parking brake. Start engine and apply brakes. Move gearshift
from Park through Low and back to Park.
5. Check fluid level on transmission dipstick. Add proper type fluid so fluid level is at the COOL range
marked on the dipstick. Operate vehicle to normal operating temperature and recheck. See CHECKING
FLUID LEVEL under LUBRICATION.
Transmission Differential (Avalon, Camry, Celica 2.2L 5S-FE, Corolla 1.6L 4A-FE & Tercel 3-Speed)
1. Remove oil filler and drain plugs from differential. See Fig. 1 . Allow fluid to drain. Reinstall drain plug.
2. Fill differential through oil filler plug hole to specified capacity using recommended fluid. See
RECOMMENDED FLUID
under LUBRICATION. Ensure fluid is level with bottom edge of filler plug
hole. Reinstall filler plug.
Transfer Case (Land Cruiser, Pickup, Previa, Tacoma, T100 & 4Runner)
1. Remove filler plug located on rear of transfer case. Remove drain plug from bottom of transfer case.
Allow fluid to drain. Reinstall drain plug.
2. Fill transfer case through oil filler plug hole to specified capacity using recommended fluid. See
RECOMMENDED FLUID
under LUBRICATION. Ensure fluid is level with bottom edge of filler plug
hole. Reinstall filler plug.
Transfer Case (RAV4)
1. Remove drain plug from bottom of transfer case. Allow fluid to drain. Reinstall drain plug. Fill transfer
case through transfer case oil dipstick tube to specified capacity using recommended fluid. See
RECOMMENDED FLUID
under LUBRICATION.
2. Check fluid level on transfer case dipstick. Fluid level should be in the LOW to HIGH range. Add fluid if CAUTION: When removing transmission oil strainer, note bolt size and length
for reassembly reference.

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necessary. DO NOT overfill transfer case.
ADJUSTMENTS
THROTTLE VALVE CABLE
Avalon, Camry, Celica, Corolla 1.8L 7A-FE, Land Cruiser, MR2, Paseo, Previa Supercharged, RAV4, Supra Non-
Turbo, Tacoma 2WD 3.4L V6 & 4WD, T100 & 1996 4Runner
1. Ensure accelerator pedal is in released position and throttle valve is fully closed. Check that no slack
exists in throttle valve cable at the throttle body. Measure distance between outer cable and the stopper on
throttle valve cable. See Fig. 5
.
2. Distance should be 0-.04" (0-1.0 mm). If distance is not within specification, loosen adjusting nuts on
throttle valve cable. Tighten or loosen adjusting nuts until proper distance is obtained. Tighten adjusting
nuts. Recheck distance once adjusting nuts are tightened.
Fig. 5: Measuring Distance On Typical Throttle Valve Cable (Avalon, Camry, Celica, Corolla 1.8L 7A
-
FE, Land Cruiser, MR2, Paseo, Previa Supercharged, RAV4, Supra Non-Turbo, Tacoma 2WD 3.4L V6
& 4WD, T100 & 1996 4Runner)
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Corolla 1.6L 4A-FE, Pickup, Previa Non-Supercharged, Tacoma 2WD 2.4L 4-Cyl., Tercel & 1995 4Runner
1. Fully depress accelerator pedal and ensure throttle valve is fully open. If throttle valve is fully open, go to

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step 2). If throttle valve is not fully open, adjust throttle linkage or cable so throttle valve is fully open and
then go to step 2).
2. Ensure accelerator pedal is fully depressed. Loosen adjusting nuts on throttle valve cable. Adjust outer
cable so distance between end of rubber boot and stopper on throttle valve cable is 0-.04" (0-1.0 mm). See
Fig. 6
. Tighten adjusting nuts. Recheck distance once adjusting nuts are tightened.
Fig. 6: Measuring Distance On Throttle Valve Cable (Corolla 1.6L 4A
-FE, Pickup, Previa Non-
Supercharged, Tacoma 2WD 2.4L 4-Cyl., Tercel & 1995 4Runner)
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GEARSHIFT LINKAGE
Land Cruiser
1. Apply parking brake. Loosen control rod nut on control rod at control shaft lever on side of transmission.
See Fig. 7
. Rotate control shaft lever fully counterclockwise toward rear of vehicle to the Park position.
2. Rotate control shaft lever clockwise 2 notches to Neutral position. Ensure gearshift is in Neutral. While
holding control shaft lever lightly counterclockwise back toward the Reverse position, tighten control rod
nut.
3. Start engine. Ensure vehicle moves forward when shifting gearshift from Neutral to Drive, and in reverse
when shiftin
g to Reverse.

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Fig. 7: Adjusting Shift Linkage (Land Cruiser)
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Pickup 2WD & Pickup 4WD With 2.4L 4-Cyl.
1. Apply parking brake. On models with column shift, remove control rod nut from control rod at bottom of
steering column. See Fig. 8
. Push control rod fully downward to the Park position.
2. Pull control rod upward 2 notches to the Neutral position. While holding gearshift lightly toward the
Reverse position, tighten control rod nut.
3. On models with floor shift, loosen nut for control rod at the gearshift. See Fig. 9
. Pull control rod fully
backward toward rear of vehicle to the Park position. Push control rod forward 2 notches to the Neutral
position. Ensure gearshift is in Neutral. Tighten nut for control rod at gearshift.
4. On all models, start engine. Ensure vehicle moves forward when shifting gearshift from Neutral to Drive,
and in reverse when shifting to Reverse.
Pickup 4WD With 3.0L V6 & 1995 4Runner 4WD With 3.0L V6
1. Apply parking brake. Loosen nut(s) for control rod at shift lever on driver's side of transmission. The
control rod fits between shifting mechanism at rear of the transmission and the shift lever on side of
transmission. The shifting mechanism has a rod which goes to the gearshift.
2. Pull control rod fully backward toward rear of vehicle to the Park position. Push control rod forward 2
notches to the Neutral position.
3. Ensure gearshift is in Neutral. While holding gearshift lightly toward the Reverse position, tighten nut(s)
for control rod. Supra, Tacoma With Floor Shift, 1995 4Runner 2WD & 4WD 2.4L 4-C
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