oil level TOYOTA RAV4 2018 Owners Manual (in English)

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8-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If your vehicle needs to be towed ..................... 611
If you think something is wrong ......... 617
Fuel pump shut off system............................. 618
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds ............................ 619
If a warning message is displayed ......................... 629
If you have a flat tire .......... 645
If the engine will not start ..................... 658
If the electronic key does not operate properly
(vehicles with
smart key system) ........... 660
If the vehicle battery is discharged ................... 662
If your vehicle overheats ... 666
If the vehicle becomes stuck................................ 669 9-1. Specifications
Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) .......... 672
Fuel information ................. 681
Tire information.................. 684
9-2. Customization Customizable features ....... 697
9-3. Initialization Items to initialize ................ 708
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ........................ 710
Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners
(in French)................................ 711
SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners
(in French)................................ 713
What to do if... (Troubleshooting) ..................... 724
Alphabetical index ...................... 728
9Vehicle specifications
10For owners
Index
For vehicles with Entune Premium Audio with Navigation or Entune
Audio Plus, refer to the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM
OWNER’S MANUAL” for informati on regarding the equipment listed
below.
• Navigation system
• Audio system
• Rear view monitor system• Toyota parking assist monitor
• Panoramic view monitor

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Maintenance and care
General maintenance
Listed below are the general maintenance items that should be
performed at the intervals specified in the “Owner’s Warranty
Information Booklet” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement/Sched-
uled Maintenance Guide”. It is recommended that any problem
you notice should be brought to the attention of your Toyota
dealer or qualified service shop for advice.
Engine compartment
ItemsCheck points
BatteryCheck the connections. (→P. 565)
Brake fluidIs the brake fluid at the correct level?
(→P. 564)
Engine coolantIs the engine coolant at the correct level?
(→P. 562)
Engine oilIs the engine oil at the correct level?
(→P. 559)
Exhaust systemThere should not be any fumes or strange
sounds.
Radiator/condenserThe radiator and condenser should be free from
foreign objects. ( →P. 564)
Washer fluidIs there sufficient washer fluid? (→P. 568)

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Maintenance and care
Do-it-yourself service precautions
If you perform maintenance by yourself, be sure to follow the
correct procedure as given in these sections.
ItemsParts and tools
Battery condition
(→ P. 565)• Warm water• Baking soda• Grease
• Conventional wrench (for terminal clamp bolts)
Brake fluid level
(→ P. 564)• FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703 brake fluid
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding brake fluid)
Engine coolant
level ( →P. 562)
• “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” or a similar high
quality ethylene glycol-based non-silicate, non-
amine, non-nitrite and non-borate coolant with long-
life hybrid organic acid technology
For the U.S.A.:
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is pre-mixed with
50% coolant and 50% deionized water.
For Canada:
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is pre-mixed with
55% coolant and 45% deionized water.
• Funnel (used only for adding coolant)
Engine oil level
(→ P. 559)• “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding engine oil)
Fuses ( →P. 592)• Fuse with same amperage rating as original
Light bulbs
(→ P. 595)
• Bulb with same number and wattage rating as origi-
nal
• Phillips-head screwdriver
• Flathead screwdriver• Wrench
Radiator and con-
denser
(→P. 564)⎯
Tire inflation pres-
sure ( →P. 581)• Tire pressure gauge• Compressed air source
Washer fluid
(→ P. 568)• Water or washer fluid containing antifreeze (for win-
ter use)
• Funnel (used only for adding water or washer fluid)

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Engine compartment
Fuse box (→P. 592)
Engine coolant reservoir (→ P. 562)
Engine oil filler cap ( →P. 560)
Battery (→ P. 565)
Brake fluid reservoir (→ P. 564) Radiator (
→P. 564)
Condenser ( →P. 564)
Electric cooling fans
Engine oil level dipstick (→ P. 559)
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Maintenance and care
With the engine at operating temperature and turned off, check the oil
level on the dipstick.
■Checking the engine oilPark the vehicle on level ground. After warming up the engine
and turning it off, wait more than 5 minutes for the oil to drain
back into the bottom of the engine.
Holding a rag under the end,
pull the dipstick out.
Wipe the dipstick clean.
Flat dipstick: Reinsert the dipstick fully.
Non-flat dipstick: Reinsert
the non-flat dipstick fully with
its protruding areas ( in the
illustration) pointing towards
the engine.
Engine oil
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Holding a rag under the end, pull the dipstick out and check the
oil level.Low
Normal
Excessive
The shape of the dipstick may differ depending on the type of vehicle or
engine.
Wipe the dipstick and reinsert it fully.
■Adding engine oil
If the oil level is below or near
the low level mark, add engine
oil of the same type as that
already in the engine.
Make sure to check the oil type and prepare the items needed
before adding oil.
Remove the oil filler cap by turning it counterclockwise.
Add engine oil slowly, c hecking the dipstick.
Install the oil filler cap by turning it clockwise.
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Measuring side
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Engine oil selection →P. 675
Oil quantity (Low → Full) 1.6 qt. (1.5 L, 1.3 Imp.qt.)
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Maintenance and care
■Engine oil consumption
A certain amount of engine oil will be consumed while driving. In the following
situations, oil consumption may increase, and engine oil may need to be
refilled in between oil maintenance intervals.
●When the engine is new, for example directly after purchasing the vehicle or
after replacing the engine
● If low quality oil or oil of an inappropriate viscosity is used
● When driving at high engine speeds or with a heavy load, when towing, or
when driving while accelerating or decelerating frequently
● When leaving the engine idling for a long time, or when driving frequently
through heavy traffic
WARNING
■Used engine oil
● Used engine oil contains potentially harmful contaminants which may
cause skin disorders such as inflammation and skin cancer, so care
should be taken to avoid prolonged and repeated contact. To remove used
engine oil from your skin, wash thoroughly with soap and water.
● Dispose of used oil and filters only in a safe and acceptable manner. Do
not dispose of used oil and filters in household trash, in sewers or onto the
ground.
Call your Toyota dealer, service station or auto parts store for information
concerning recycling or disposal.
● Do not leave used engine oil within the reach of children.
NOTICE
■To prevent serious engine damage
Check the oil level on a regular basis.
■ When replacing the engine oil
● Be careful not to spill engine oil on the vehicle components.
● Avoid overfilling, or the engine could be damaged.
● Check the oil level on the dipstick every time you refill the vehicle.
● Be sure the engine oil filler cap is properly tightened.

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9Vehicle specifications
9-1. SpecificationsMaintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) .......... 672
Fuel information ................ 681
Tire information ................. 684
9-2. Customization Customizable features ...... 697
9-3. Initialization Items to initialize ............... 708

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9-1. Specifications
Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.)
*1: Unladen vehicle
*2: Vehicles with raised vehicle height
*3: Vehicles for trailer towing ( →P. 182)
*4: 2WD models
*5: AWD models
Dimensions and weights
Overall length
Without front license
plate garnish181.1 in. (4600 mm)
With front license
plate garnish181.3 in. (4605 mm)
Overall width72.6 in. (1845 mm)
Overall height*1
Without the roof
luggage carrier65.9 in. (1675 mm)
66.3 in. (1685 mm)
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With the roof
luggage carrier67.1 in. (1705 mm)
67.5 in. (1715 mm)
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Wheelbase104.7 in. (2660 mm)
Front and rear tread17-inch tires61.8 in. (1570 mm)
18-inch tires61.4 in. (1560 mm)
Vehicle capacity weight (Occupants + luggage)900 lb. (410 kg)
Trailer Weight Rating *3
(Trailer weight + cargo
weight)
Without towing
package1500 lb. (680 kg)
With towing package2900 lb. (1315 kg)*4
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Vehicle specifications
*: The engine oil capacity is a reference quantity to be used when changingthe engine oil. Warm up and turn off the engine, wait more than 5 minutes,
and check the oil level on the dipstick.
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Engine oil selection
“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is us ed in your Toyota vehicle. Use
Toyota approved “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent to satisfy
the following grade and viscosity.
Oil grade: ILSAC GF-5 multigrade engine oil
Recommended viscosity: SAE 0W-20
SAE 0W-20 is the best choice
for good fuel economy and
good starting in cold weather.
If SAE 0W-20 is not available,
SAE 5W-20 oil may be used.
However, it must be replaced
with SAE 0W-20 at the next oil
change.
Oil viscosity (0W-20 is explained here as an example): • The 0W in 0W-20 indicates the characteristic of the oil which
allows cold startability. Oils with a lower value before the W allow
for easier starting of the engine in cold weather.
• The 20 in 0W-20 indicates the viscosity characteristic of the oil when the oil is at high temperature. An oil with a higher viscosity
(one with a higher value) may be better suited if the vehicle is
operated at high speeds, or under extreme load conditions.
Lubrication system
Oil capacity
(Drain and refill ⎯ Reference
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With filter
Without filter4.6 qt. (4.4 L, 3.9 Imp.qt.)
4.2 qt. (4.0 L, 3.5 Imp.qt.)
Outside temperature