tow TOYOTA RAV4 2008 XA30 / 3.G Scheduled Maintenance Guide

2008 Scheduled Maintenance GuideRAV4
80,000 Miles or 96 Months
Replace engine oil and oil filter1
Rotate tiresVisually inspect brake linings/drums and
brake pads/discs
Additional Maintenance Items for Special
Operating Conditions2
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:Inspect ball joints and dust coversInspect drive shaft bootsInspect engine air filterInspect steering linkage and bootsRe-torque drive shaft bolt (4WD)Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
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85,000 Miles or 102 Months
Replace engine oil and oil filter1
Rotate tiresVisually inspect brake linings/drums and
brake pads/discs
Additional Maintenance Items for Special
Operating Conditions2
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:Inspect ball joints and dust coversInspect drive shaft bootsInspect engine air filterInspect steering linkage and bootsRe-torque drive shaft bolt (4WD)Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
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2008 RAV4 Scheduled Maintenance Guide
90,000 Miles or 108 Months
Re-torque drive shaft bolt (4WD)Replace cabin air filterReplace engine air filterReplace engine oil and oil filter1
Rotate tiresVisually inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs4
Inspect the following: __ Automatic transmission fluid
__ Ball joints and dust covers
__ Brake lines and hoses
__ Drive belts
__ Drive shaft boots
__ Engine coolant
3
__ Exhaust pipes and mountings
__ Front differential oil __ Fuel lines and connections, fuel tank band
and fuel tank vapor vent system hoses
__ Fuel tank cap gasket
__ Radiator and condenser
__ Rear differential oil (4WD)
__ Steering gear box
__ Steering linkage and boots
__ Transfer case oil (4WD)
Additional Maintenance Items for Special Operating Conditions2
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
Replace rear differential oil (4WD)Replace transfer case oil (4WD)Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
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1Reset the oil replacement reminder light ( MAINT REQD) or the messageOIL MAINTENANCE REQUIRED on the
multi-information display after engine oil replacement.
2Perform these service items only if you drive primarily under the conditions indicated.3Refer to Engine Coolant in theExplanation of Maintenance Items section in the back of this guide for more
information.
4Inspect thickness measurement and disc runout.

2008 Scheduled Maintenance GuideRAV4
95,000 Miles or 114 Months
Replace engine oil and oil filter1
Rotate tiresVisually inspect brake linings/drums and
brake pads/discs
Additional Maintenance Items for Special
Operating Conditions2
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:Inspect ball joints and dust coversInspect drive shaft bootsInspect engine air filterInspect steering linkage and bootsRe-torque drive shaft bolt (4WD)Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
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100,000 Miles or 120 Months
Replace engine coolant4
Replace engine oil and oil filter1
Rotate tiresVisually inspect brake linings/drums and
brake pads/discs
Additional Maintenance Items for Special
Operating Conditions2
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:Inspect ball joints and dust coversInspect drive shaft bootsInspect engine air filterInspect steering linkage and bootsRe-torque drive shaft bolt (4WD)Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
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2008 RAV4 Scheduled Maintenance Guide
105,000 Miles or 126 Months
Re-torque drive shaft bolt (4WD)Replace engine oil and oil filter1
Rotate tiresVisually inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs
Inspect the following: __ Ball joints and dust covers
__ Brake lines and hoses
__ Drive belts
__ Drive shaft boots
__ Engine coolant
3
__ Exhaust pipes and mountings __ Radiator and condenser
__ Rear differential oil (4WD)
__ Steering gear box
__ Steering linkage and boots
__ Transfer case oil (4WD)
NOTE:
Driving in heavy traffic, on dirt roads or in urban, dusty or desert areas may shorten
the life of the cabin air filter. Replacement may be needed if you notice reduced air flow from
the air conditioner and heater or if the windows fog easily when you use the Freshmode.
Consult your dealer if any of these conditions occur.
Additional Maintenance Items for Special Operating Conditions
2
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:Inspect engine air filterTighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
Replace rear differential oil (4WD)Replace transfer case oil (4WD)Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
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1Reset the oil replacement reminder light ( MAINT REQD) or the messageOIL MAINTENANCE REQUIRED on the
multi-information display after engine oil replacement.
2Perform these service items only if you drive primarily under the conditions indicated.3Refer to Engine Coolant in theExplanation of Maintenance Items section in the back of this guide for more
information.
4Initial replacement at 100,000 miles/120 months. Replace every 50,000 miles/60 months thereafter. Refer to Engine
Coolant  in theExplanation of Maintenance Items section in the back of this guide for more information.

2008 Scheduled Maintenance GuideRAV4
110,000 Miles or 132 Months
Replace engine oil and oil filter1
Rotate tiresVisually inspect brake linings/drums and
brake pads/discs
Additional Maintenance Items for Special
Operating Conditions2
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:Inspect ball joints and dust coversInspect drive shaft bootsInspect engine air filterInspect steering linkage and bootsRe-torque drive shaft bolt (4WD)Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
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115,000 Miles or 138 Months
Replace engine oil and oil filter1
Rotate tiresVisually inspect brake linings/drums and
brake pads/discs
Additional Maintenance Items for Special
Operating Conditions2
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:Inspect ball joints and dust coversInspect drive shaft bootsInspect engine air filterInspect steering linkage and bootsRe-torque drive shaft bolt (4WD)Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
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2008 RAV4 Scheduled Maintenance Guide
120,000 Miles or 144 Months
Re-torque drive shaft bolt (4WD)Replace cabin air filterReplace engine air filterReplace engine oil and oil filter1
Replace spark plugs5
Rotate tiresVisually inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs4
Inspect the following: __ Automatic transmission fluid
__ Ball joints and dust covers
__ Brake lines and hoses
__ Drive belts
__ Drive shaft boots
__ Engine coolant
3
__ Engine valve clearance6
__ Exhaust pipes and mountings
__ Front differential oil __ Fuel lines and connections, fuel tank band
and fuel tank vapor vent system hoses
__ Fuel tank cap gasket
__ Radiator and condenser
__ Rear differential oil (4WD)
__ Steering gear box
__ Steering linkage and boots
__ Transfer case oil (4WD)
Additional Maintenance Items for Special Operating Conditions2
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
Replace automatic transmission fluidReplace front differential oilReplace rear differential oil (4WD)Replace transfer case oil (4WD)Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
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1Reset the oil replacement reminder light ( MAINT REQD) or the messageOIL MAINTENANCE REQUIRED on the
multi-information display after engine oil replacement.
2Perform these service items only if you drive primarily under the conditions indicated.3Refer to Engine Coolant in the Explanation of Maintenance Items section in the back of this guide for more information.4Inspect thickness measurement and disc runout.5Maintenance services of spark plugs are required under the terms of the Emissions Control Warranty. It is imperative to
use the DENSO-manufactured spark plug FK20HR11 or equivalent on 2GR-FE engines.
6Check for tappet noise and engine vibration and adjust if necessary, 2AZ-FE engine only.