spark plugs TOYOTA RAV4 2021 Warranties & Maintenance Guides (in English)

15Your Warranties in Detail
WARRANTY
NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY


Maintenance Expense
Normal maintenance services such as:
• Engine tune-ups
• Replacement of fluids and filters
• Lubrication
• Cleaning and polishing
• Replacement of spark plugs and fuses
• Replacement of worn wiper blades,
brake pads/linings and clutch linings
Vehicles with Altered Odometer
Failure of a vehicle on which the odometer
has been altered so that actual vehicle
mileage cannot be readily determined.
Salvage or Total-Loss Vehicles
Any vehicle that has ever been branded as
salvage, total loss, true mileage unknown or
similar title under any state’s law or has ever
been declared a “total loss” or equivalent by
a financial institution or insurer, such as by
payment for a claim in lieu of repairs because
the cost of repairs exceeded the cash value
of the vehicle. This exclusion does not apply
to the emission control warranties, including
Emission Control Warranty Enhancements or
any open Safety Recalls/SSCs/LSCs.


Incidental Damages
Incidental or consequential damages
associated with a vehicle failure. Such
damages include but are not limited to
inconvenience; the cost of transportation,
telephone calls and lodging; the loss of
personal or commercial property; and the
loss of pay or revenue.
Disclaimer of Extra
Expenses and Damages
The performance of necessary repairs
and adjustments is the exclusive remedy
under this warranty or any implied
warranty. Toyota does not authorize
any person to create for it any other
obligation or liability in connection with
this vehicle. Toyota shall not be liable
for incidental or consequential damages
resulting from breach of this written
warranty or any implied warranty. Any
implied warranty of merchantability or
fitness for a particular purpose is limited
to the duration of this written warranty,
except in states where this limitation
is not allowed.
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19Your Warranties in Detail
WARRANTY


Exhaust Gas Recirculation
(EGR) System
• EGR gas temperature sensor
• EGR valve
• Associated parts
Ignition System
• Ignition coil and ignitor
• Ignition wires
• Spark plugs*
Positive Crankcase Ventilation
(PCV) System
• Oil filler cap
• PCV valve or orifice
Other Parts Used in
Above Systems
• Data link connector (8/80)
• Hoses, clamps, fittings, tubing and
mounting hardware
• Malfunction indicator light and bulb (8/80)
• Pulleys, belts and idlers
• Sealing gaskets and devices
• Sensors, solenoids, switches and valves


MAINTENANCE
You are responsible for performance
of the required maintenance indicated
in the Owner’s Manual and this booklet.
Toyota will not deny a warranty claim
solely because you do not have records
to show that you maintained your vehicle.
However, any failure or noncompliance
caused by lack of maintenance is not
covered by this warranty.
When maintenance and repairs are
paid for by you, these services may be
performed by you or by any automotive
service provider you choose. Toyota
will not deny a warranty claim solely
because you used a service provider
other than a Toyota dealership for
maintenance and repairs . However,
any failure or noncompliance caused by
improper maintenance or repairs is not
covered by this warranty.

FEDERAL EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY
* Warranted until first required maintenance under terms of the California Emission Control Warranty.
8/80 = Covered for eight years or 80,000 miles, whichever occurs first.
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53Maintenance Log
MAINTENANCE LOG
MAINTENANCE
120,000 miles or 144 months
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Inspect the following:
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Automatic transmission fluid cooler
hoses and connections

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Automatic transmission for signs of leakage

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Ball joints and dust covers

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Brake lines and hoses

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Brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs
6

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Drive belts

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Drive shaft boots

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Engine coolant
7

Addit ional Maintenance Items for Special Operating Conditions3
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads: ■Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis and body
Driving while towing, using a car-top carrier, or heavy vehicle loading:9
■Replace automatic transmission fluid
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Extensive idling and/or low speed driving for a long distance such as police, taxi or
door-to-door delivery use:
■Replace automatic transmission fluid

1
Inspect sealed transmissions, transfer cases and differentials for signs of leakage. If any leakage from a sealed
component is suspected, it is recommended that you have the sealed component inspected by a Toyota dealer. Inspect
power steering fluid (if equipped) and brake fluid level/condition. Inspect engine and inverter (if equipped) coolant
level/condition/freezing point. Your dealer may recommend services (Dealer-Recommended Maintenance) based on
inspection results.
2 Reset the oil replacement reminder light (“MAINT REQD”) or the message “OIL MAINTENANCE REQUIRED” on the
multi-information display after maintenance at every 5,000 miles.
3 Perform these service items only if you drive primarily under the conditions indicated. 4 Includes operating on roads which road salt has been applied.5 Maintenance services of spark plugs are required under the terms of the Emissions Control Warranty.6 Inspect thickness measurement and disc runout.7

Refer to “Engine Coolant” in the “Explanation of Maintenance Items” section in the back of this guide for more information.8
Replace the vacuum pump vane and the vacuum pump vane caps with new ones, and never reuse the vacuum pump
vane and the vacuum pump vane caps.
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Not all vehicles are designed for towing. Refer to your Vehicle Owner’s Manual for details.

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Exhaust pipes and mountings

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F uel lines and connections, fuel tank band
and fuel tank vapor vent system hoses

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Fuel tank cap gasket

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Radiator and condenser

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Rear differential oil (4WD)

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Steering gear

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Steering linkage and boots

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Vacuum pump for brake booster
8
Dealer Service verification:
D
ate:
Mileage:
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57Maintenance Log
MAINTENANCE
EXPLANATION OF MAINTENANCE ITEMS
Spark Plugs
Replace at specified intervals. Install new
plugs of the same type as originally
equipped. A qualified technician should
perform this operation.
Steering Gear
Inspect for signs of leakage. If you
discover any leakage, have it repaired
immediately by a qualified technician.
Steering Linkage and Boots
With the vehicle stopped, check for
excessive freeplay in the steering wheel.
Inspect the linkage for bending and
damage and the dust boots for
deterioration, cracks and damage. Replace
any damaged parts. A qualified technician
should perform these operations.
Tire Rotation
Tires should be rotated according to the
instructions in the Owner’s Manual. When
rotating tires, check for damage and
uneven wear. Replace if necessary.
Transfer Case Oil
Inspect or replace at specified intervals.
When performing inspections, check
for signs of leakage. If you discover any
leakage, have it repaired by a qualified
technician immediately.
Vacuum Pump for Brake Booster
Inspect or replace at specified intervals.
A qualified technician should perform
this operation.
Wiper Blades
The wiper blades should not show any
signs of cracking, splitting, wear,
contamination or deformation. The wiper
blades should clear the windshield without
streaking or skipping.
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