2004 TOYOTA RAV4 Scheduled Maintenance Guide

5,000-Mile Maintenance Intervals
7,500-Mile Maintenance IntervalsTo determine the appropriate maintenance
interval for your vehicle, see page 16.
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80,000 Miles or 96 Months
❑Replace engine oil and oil filter1
❑Rotate tires
❑Visually inspect brake linings/drums and
brake pads/discs
Additional Maintenance Items for Special
Operating Conditions
Driving in desert or on dirt roads:
❑Inspect ball joints and dust covers
❑Inspect drive shaft boots (Highlander, Land
Cruiser, RAV4, 4WD Sequoia, 4WD Tacoma,
4WD Tundra, 4WD 4Runner
)
❑Inspect engine air filter
❑Inspect steering linkage and boots
❑Lubricate propeller shaft (PreRunner and all
4WD except Highlander and RAV4)
❑Re-torque drive shaft bolt (4WD Highlander,
4WD RAV4)
❑Re-torque propeller shaft bolt (all models
except Highlander and RAV4)
❑Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving on salted roads:
❑Lubricate propeller shaft (PreRunner and all
4WD except Highlander and RAV4)
❑Re-torque propeller shaft bolt (all models
except Highlander and RAV4)
Driving while towing:
❑Lubricate propeller shaft (PreRunner and all
4WD except Highlander and RAV4)
❑Re-torque propeller shaft bolt (all models
except Highlander and RAV4)
❑Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
85,000 Miles or 102 Months
❑Replace engine oil and oil filter1
❑Rotate tires
❑Visually inspect brake linings/drums and
brake pads/discs
Additional Maintenance Items for Special
Operating Conditions
Driving in desert or on dirt roads:
❑Inspect ball joints and dust covers
❑Inspect drive shaft boots (Highlander, Land
Cruiser, RAV4, 4WD Sequoia, 4WD Tacoma,
4WD Tundra, 4WD 4Runner
)
❑Inspect engine air filter
❑Inspect steering linkage and boots
❑Lubricate propeller shaft (PreRunner and all
4WD except Highlander and RAV4)
❑Re-torque drive shaft bolt (4WD Highlander,
4WD RAV4)
❑Re-torque propeller shaft bolt (all models
except Highlander and RAV4)
❑Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving on salted roads:
❑Lubricate propeller shaft (PreRunner and all
4WD except Highlander and RAV4)
❑Re-torque propeller shaft bolt (all models
except Highlander and RAV4)
Driving while towing:
❑Lubricate propeller shaft (PreRunner and all
4WD except Highlander and RAV4)
❑Re-torque propeller shaft bolt (all models
except Highlander and RAV4)
❑Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Dealer Service Verification:
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5,000-Mile Maintenance Intervals
7,500-Mile Maintenance IntervalsTo determine the appropriate maintenance
interval for your vehicle, see page 16.
Dealer Service Verification:
Date:
Mileage:
Dealer Service Verification:
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__ Fuel lines and connections, fuel tank band
and fuel tank vapor vent system hoses
__ Fuel tank cap gasket
__ Manual transmission oil (RAV4, Tundra, all
Tacomas except PreRunner)
__ Radiator core and condenser
__ Rear differential oil (all models except
2WD Highlander and 2WD RAV4)
__ Steering gear box
__ Steering linkage and boots
__ Transfer case oil (all 4WD models)
1Reset the oil replacement reminder (“MAINT REQD”) light after replacing engine oil, if vehicle is equipped with this light.2Required under the terms of the Emission Control Warranty3Applies to Highlander with 3MZ-FE, Land Cruiser, Sequoia, Tundra, Tacoma with 5VZ-FE and 4Runner with 2UZ-FE.4Inspect thickness measurement and disc runout.
90,000 Miles or 108 Months
❑Replace engine oil and oil filter1❑Replace engine air filter
❑Rotate tires❑Replace cabin air filter (if equipped)
❑Lubricate drive shaft bushing (Land Cruiser)
❑Lubricate propeller shaft (PreRunner and all 4WD except Highlander and RAV4)
❑Lubricate wheel bearings (Land Cruiser, 2WD Tacoma)
❑Replace limited-slip differential oil, if equipped (Land Cruiser, 4WD Tacoma,
2WD Tundra)
❑Replace spark plugs (4Runner w/ 1GR-FE, Sequoia, Tacoma, Tundra)
2
❑Replace timing belt3
❑Re-torque drive shaft bolt (4WD Highlander, 4WD RAV4)
❑Re-torque propeller shaft bolt (all models except Highlander and RAV4)
❑Inspect the following:
__ Automatic transmission fluid
__ Ball joints and dust covers
__ Brake lines and hoses
__ Brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs
4
__ Drive belts
__ Drive shaft boots (Highlander, Land Cruiser,
RAV4, 4WD Sequoia, 4WD Tacoma,
4WD Tundra, 4WD 4Runner)
__ Engine coolant
__ Exhaust pipes and mountings
__ Front differential oil (4WD models,
Highlander and RAV4)
Additional Maintenance Items for Special Operating Conditions
Driving in desert or on dirt roads:
❑Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
❑Replace automatic transmission fluid (2WD Tacoma with A44D)
❑Replace front differential oil (2WD RAV4 with manual transmission, all 4WD models
except RAV4 with automatic transmission and Highlander)
❑Replace manual transmission oil (RAV4, Tundra, all Tacomas except PreRunner)
❑Replace rear differential oil, including limited-slip (all models except 2WD
Highlander and 2WD RAV4)
❑Replace transfer case oil (4WD models)
❑Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Dealer Service Verification:
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95,000 Miles or 114 Months
❑Replace engine oil and oil filter1
❑Rotate tires
❑Visually inspect brake linings/drums and
brake pads/discs
Additional Maintenance Items for Special
Operating Conditions
Driving in desert or on dirt roads:
❑Inspect ball joints and dust covers
❑Inspect drive shaft boots (Highlander, Land
Cruiser, RAV4, 4WD Sequoia, 4WD Tacoma,
4WD Tundra, 4WD 4Runner
)
❑Inspect engine air filter
❑Inspect steering linkage and boots
❑Lubricate propeller shaft (PreRunner and all
4WD except Highlander and RAV4)
❑Re-torque drive shaft bolt (4WD Highlander,
4WD RAV4)
❑Re-torque propeller shaft bolt (all models
except Highlander and RAV4)
❑Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving on salted roads:
❑Lubricate propeller shaft (PreRunner and all
4WD except Highlander and RAV4)
❑Re-torque propeller shaft bolt (all models
except Highlander and RAV4)
Driving while towing:
❑Lubricate propeller shaft (PreRunner and all
4WD except Highlander and RAV4)
❑Re-torque propeller shaft bolt (all models
except Highlander and RAV4)
❑Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
100,000 Miles or 120 Months
❑Replace engine oil and oil filter1
❑Rotate tires
❑Replace engine coolant2
❑Visually inspect brake linings/drums and
brake pads/discs
Additional Maintenance Items for Special
Operating Conditions
Driving in desert or on dirt roads:
❑Inspect ball joints and dust covers
❑Inspect drive shaft boots (Highlander, Land
Cruiser, RAV4, 4WD Sequoia, 4WD Tacoma,
4WD Tundra, 4WD 4Runner
)
❑Inspect engine air filter
❑Inspect steering linkage and boots
❑Lubricate propeller shaft (PreRunner and all
4WD except Highlander and RAV4)
❑Re-torque drive shaft bolt (4WD Highlander,
4WD RAV4)
❑Re-torque propeller shaft bolt (all models
except Highlander and RAV4)
❑Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving on salted roads:
❑Lubricate propeller shaft (PreRunner and all
4WD except Highlander and RAV4)
❑Re-torque propeller shaft bolt (all models
except Highlander and RAV4)
Driving while towing:
❑Lubricate propeller shaft (PreRunner and all
4WD except Highlander and RAV4)
❑Re-torque propeller shaft bolt (all models
except Highlander and RAV4)
❑Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Dealer Service Verification:
Date: Mileage: Dealer Service Verification:
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1Reset the oil replacement reminder (“MAINT REQD”) light after replacing engine oil, if vehicle is equipped with this light.2Initial replacement at 100,000 miles/120 months. Replace every 50,000 miles/60 months thereafter. See page 37
for additional information.
105,000 Miles or 126 Months
❑Replace engine oil and oil filter1
❑Rotate tires
❑Lubricate propeller shaft (PreRunner and all 4WD except Highlander and RAV4)
❑Re-torque drive shaft bolt (4WD Highlander, 4WD RAV4)
❑Re-torque propeller shaft bolt (all models except Highlander and RAV4)
❑Visually 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 (Highlander, Land Cruiser,
RAV4, 4WD Sequoia, 4WD Tacoma, 4WD Tundra,
4WD 4Runner)
__ Engine coolant
__ Exhaust pipes and mountings
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 "Fresh"
mode. Consult your dealer if any of these conditions occur.
Additional Maintenance Items for Special Operating Conditions
Driving in desert or on dirt roads:
❑Inspect engine air filter
❑Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
❑Inspect automatic transmission fluid (2WD Tacoma with A44D)
❑Replace front differential oil (all 4WD except Highlander and RAV4)
❑Replace rear differential oil, including limited-slip (all models except 2WD
Highlander, 2WD RAV4, Sequoia and non-limited-slip Tundra)
❑Replace transfer case oil (4WD Highlander, 4WD RAV4)
❑Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
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__ Front differential oil (all 4WD except
Highlander and RAV4)
__ Rear differential oil (all models except
2WD Highlander and 2WD RAV4)
__ Steering gear box
__ Steering linkage and boots
__ Transfer case oil (4WD Highlander,
4WD RAV4)

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110,000 Miles or 132 Months
❑Replace engine oil and oil filter1
❑Rotate tires
❑Visually inspect brake linings/drums and
brake pads/discs
Additional Maintenance Items for Special
Operating Conditions
Driving in desert or on dirt roads:
❑Inspect ball joints and dust covers
❑Inspect drive shaft boots (Highlander, Land
Cruiser, RAV4, 4WD Sequoia, 4WD Tacoma,
4WD Tundra, 4WD 4Runner
)
❑Inspect engine air filter
❑Inspect steering linkage and boots
❑Lubricate propeller shaft (PreRunner and all
4WD except Highlander and RAV4)
❑Re-torque drive shaft bolt (4WD Highlander,
4WD RAV4)
❑Re-torque propeller shaft bolt (all models
except Highlander and RAV4)
❑Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving on salted roads:
❑Lubricate propeller shaft (PreRunner and all
4WD except Highlander and RAV4)
❑Re-torque propeller shaft bolt (all models
except Highlander and RAV4)
Driving while towing:
❑Lubricate propeller shaft (PreRunner and all
4WD except Highlander and RAV4)
❑Re-torque propeller shaft bolt (all models
except Highlander and RAV4)
❑Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
115,000 Miles or 138 Months
❑Replace engine oil and oil filter1
❑Rotate tires
❑Visually inspect brake linings/drums and
brake pads/discs
Additional Maintenance Items for Special
Operating Conditions
Driving in desert or on dirt roads:
❑Inspect ball joints and dust covers
❑Inspect drive shaft boots (Highlander, Land
Cruiser, RAV4, 4WD Sequoia, 4WD Tacoma,
4WD Tundra, 4WD 4Runner
)
❑Inspect engine air filter
❑Inspect steering linkage and boots
❑Lubricate propeller shaft (PreRunner and all
4WD except Highlander and RAV4)
❑Re-torque drive shaft bolt (4WD Highlander,
4WD RAV4)
❑Re-torque propeller shaft bolt (all models
except Highlander and RAV4)
❑Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving on salted roads:
❑Lubricate propeller shaft (PreRunner and all
4WD except Highlander and RAV4)
❑Re-torque propeller shaft bolt (all models
except Highlander and RAV4)
Driving while towing:
❑Lubricate propeller shaft (PreRunner and all
4WD except Highlander and RAV4)
❑Re-torque propeller shaft bolt (all models
except Highlander and RAV4)
❑Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Dealer Service Verification:
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__ Exhaust pipes and mountings
__ Fuel lines and connections, fuel tank band
and fuel tank vapor vent system hoses
__ Fuel tank cap gasket
__ Manual transmission oil (RAV4, Tundra,
all Tacomas except PreRunner)
__ Radiator core and condenser
__ Rear differential oil (all models except
2WD Highlander and 2WD RAV4)
__ Steering gear box
__ Steering linkage and boots
__ Transfer case oil (all 4WD models)
1Reset the oil replacement reminder (“MAINT REQD”) light after replacing engine oil, if vehicle is equipped with this light.2Required under the terms of the Emission Control Warranty.3Inspect thickness measurement and disc runout.4Applies to Land Cruiser, Sequoia, Tacoma/Tundra with 5VZ-FE and Tundra/4Runner with 2UZ-FE. Inspect at 60,000 miles or
72 months, whichever comes first. Required only for vehicles in California, Massachusetts and New York.
120,000 Miles or 144 Months
❑Replace engine oil and oil filter1❑Replace engine air filter
❑Rotate tires❑Replace cabin air filter (if equipped)
❑Lubricate drive shaft bushing (Land Cruiser)
❑Lubricate propeller shaft (PreRunner and all 4WD except Highlander and RAV4)
❑Lubricate wheel bearings (Land Cruiser, 2WD Tacoma)
❑Replace limited-slip differential oil, if equipped (4WD Highlander, Land Cruiser, 4WD
RAV4, 4WD Tacoma, 2WD Tundra)
❑Replace spark plugs (all models)
2
❑Re-torque drive shaft bolt (Highlander, 4WD RAV4)
❑Re-torque propeller shaft bolt (all models except Highlander and RAV4)
❑Inspect the following:
__ Automatic transmission fluid
__ Ball joints and dust covers
__ Brake lines and hoses
__ Brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs
3
__ Charcoal canister4
__ Drive belts
__Drive shaft boots (Highlander, Land Cruiser,
RAV4, 4WD Sequoia, 4WD Tacoma,
4WD Tundra, 4WD 4Runner)
__ Engine coolant
__ Engine valve clearance
__ Front differential oil (4WD models,
Highlander, RAV4)
Additional Maintenance Items for Special Operating Conditions
Driving in desert or on dirt roads:
❑Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
❑Replace front differential oil (Highlander, RAV4 and all 4WD models)
❑Replace rear differential oil, including limited-slip (all models except 2WD
Highlander and 2WD RAV4)
❑Replace transfer case oil (4WD models)
❑Replace transmission fluid or oil
❑Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Dealer Service Verification:
Date:
Mileage:

Explanation of Maintenance Items
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The following descriptions are provided to give you a better understanding of
the maintenance items that should be performed on your vehicle. The scheduled
maintenance log indicates at which mileage/time intervals each item should be
performed. Please note that many maintenance items should be performed only
by a qualified technician.
For further information on maintenance items you can perform yourself,
see the “Vehicle Maintenance and Care” and “Do-It-Yourself Maintenance”
sections of yourOwner’s Manual.
Automatic Transmission Fluid or Manual Transmission Oil
Inspect or replace at specified intervals. When performing inspections, check each
component for signs of leakage. If you discover any leakage, have it repaired by a
qualified technician immediately.
Ball Joints and Dust Covers
Check the suspension and steering linkage ball joints for looseness and damage.
Check all dust covers for deterioration and damage. Replace any deteriorated or
damaged parts. A qualified technician should perform these operations.
Brake Lines and Hoses
Visually inspect for proper installation. Check for chafing, cracks, deterioration
and signs of leakage. Replace any deteriorated or damaged parts. A qualified
technician should perform these operations.
Brake Linings/Drums and Brake Pads/Discs
Check the brake linings (shoes) and drums for scoring, burning, fluid leakage,
broken parts and excessive wear. Check the pads for excessive wear and the
discs for runout, excessive wear and fluid leakage. Replace any deteriorated
or damaged parts. A qualified technician should perform these operations.
Cabin Air Filter
Replace at specified intervals. Driving in heavy traffic, on dirt roads or in urban,
desert or dusty areas may shorten filter’s life. More frequent replacement may
be necessary.
Charcoal Canister (CA, MA and NY vehicles)
Check for internal damage and clogging. If necessary, clean with compressed air
or replace. A qualified technician should perform these operations.

Explanation of Maintenance Items
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Differential Oil
Replace at specified intervals. When performing inspections, check each
component for signs of leakage. If you discover any leakage, have it repaired
by a qualified technician immediately.
Drive Belts
Inspect for cracks, excessive wear and oiliness. Check the belt tension and
adjust if necessary. Replace the belts if they are damaged.
Drive Shaft Boots
Check the drive shaft boots and clamps for cracks, deterioration and damage.
Replace any deteriorated or damaged parts and, if necessary, repack the grease.
Selected models also require periodic inspection of the drive shaft bolt for proper
torque. A qualified technician should perform these operations.
Engine Air Filter
Replace at specified intervals. When performing inspections, check for damage,
excessive wear and oiliness, and replace if necessary.
Engine Coolant
Drain and flush the cooling system and refill with an ethylene-glycol type
coolant. Inspect the radiator, condenser and/or intercooler for leaves, dirt and
insects and clean if necessary. Inspect hoses and connections for corrosion and
leaks. Tighten connections and replace parts as necessary. A qualified technician
should perform these operations.
Note:Your Toyota is equipped with Genuine Toyota Super Long-Life Coolant. The
replacement intervals for engine coolant recommended in this booklet are based
on replacement with Genuine Toyota Super Long-Life Coolant or similar high-
quality non-silicate, non-amine, non-borate ethylene-glycol coolant with
long-life hybrid organic acid technology (i.e., a combination of low phosphates
and organic acids). If another type of ethylene-glycol coolant is used, replace-
ment intervals may be different.
Engine Oil and Oil Filter
Replace the oil filter and drain and refill the engine oil at specified intervals.
For recommended oil grade and viscosity, refer to the Owner’s Manual.