2006 TOYOTA RAV4 engine coolant

ENGINE - 2AZ-FE ENGINE
Service Tip
The canister pump module performs the EVAP leak check. This check is done approximately five
hours after the engine is turned off. So you may hear sound coming from underneath the luggage
compartment for several minutes. It does not indicate a malfunction.
The pinpoint pressure test procedure is carried out by pressurizing the fresh air line that runs from
the pump module to the air filler neck. For details, refer to the 2006 RAV4 Repair Manual (Pub.
No. RM01M1U).
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10. EVAP (evaporative Emission) Control System
General
The EVAP (evaporative emission) control system prevents the vapor gas that is created in the fuel tank from
being released directly into the atmosphere.
The canister stores the vapor gas that has been created in the fuel tank.
The ECM controls the purge VSV in accordance with the driving conditions in order to direct the vapor
gas into the engine, where it is burned.
In this system, the ECM checks the evaporative emission leak and outputs DTC (Diagnostic Trouble
Code) in the event of a malfunction. An EVAP (evaporative emission) leak check consists of an
application of a vacuum pressure to the system and monitoring the changes in the system pressure in order
to detect a leakage.
This system consists of the purge VSV, canister, refueling valve, canister pump module, and ECM.
The ORVR (Onboard Refueling Vapor Recovery) function is provided in the refueling valve.
The canister pressure sensor has been included to the canister pump module.
The canister filter has been provided on the fresh air line. This canister filter is maintenance-free.
The followings are the typical conditions for enabling an EVAP leak check:
Typical Enabling
Condition
Five hours have elapsed after the engine has been turned OFF*.
Altitude: Below 2400 m (8000 feet)
Battery voltage: 10.5 V or more
Ignition switch: OFF
Engine coolant temperature: 4.4 to 35C (40 to 95F)
Intake air temperature: 4.4 to 35C (40 to 95F)
*: If engine coolant temperature does not drop below 35C (95F), this time should be extended to 7hours.
Even after that, if the temperature is not less than 35
C (95F), the time should be extended to 9.5 hours.

ENGINE - 2AZ-FE ENGINE
00REG23Y
To Intake Manifold
Atmosphere
Purge VSV
(Open)
ECM
00REG24Y
CloseOpen EG-58
System Operation
1) Purge Flow Control
When the engine has satisfied the predetermined conditions (closed loop, engine coolant temperature
above 74
C (165F), etc.), the stored vapor gas are purged from the canister whenever the purge VSV
is opened by the ECM.
The ECM will change the duty ratio cycle of the purge VSV, thus controlling purge flow volume. Purge
flow volume is determined by intake manifold pressure and the duty ratio cycle of the purge VSV.
Atmospheric pressure is allowed into the canister to ensure that purge flow is constantly maintained
whenever purge vacuum is applied to the canister.
2) ORVR (On-board Refueling Vapor Recovery)
When the internal pressure of the fuel tank increases during refueling, this pressure causes the diaphragm
in the refueling valve to lift up, allowing the vapor gas to enter the canister. Because the vent valve is
always open (even when the engine is stopped) when the system is in a mode other than the monitoring
mode, the air that has been cleaned through the canister is discharged outside the vehicle via the fresh
air line. If the vehicle is refueled in the monitoring mode, the ECM will recognize the refueling by way
of the canister pressure sensor, which detects the sudden pressure increase in the fuel tank, and will open
the vent valve.

ENGINE - 2GR-FE ENGINEEG-71
FEATURES OF 2GR-FE ENGINE
The 2GR-FE engine has achieved the following performance through the use of the items listed below.
(1) High performance and reliability
(2) Low noise and vibration
(3) Lightweight and compact design
(4) Good serviceability
(5) Clean emission and fuel economy
Item
(1)(2)(3)(4)(5)
A steel laminate type cylinder head gasket is used.
An upright intake port is used.
EngineA taper squish shape is used for combustion chamber.Engine
ProperA cylinder block made of aluminum alloy is used.Proper
The skirt portion of the piston is applied with resin to
reduce friction.
An oil pan No. 1 made of aluminum alloy is used.
The Dual VVT-i (Variable Valve Timing-intelligent)
system is used.
Va l v e
Mh i
Hydraulic lash adjusters are used.
MechanismTiming chains and chain tensioners are used.
Roller rocker arms are used.
Lubrication
SystemAn oil filter with a replaceable element is used.
Cooling SystemThe TOYOTA Genuine SLLC (Super Long Life Coolant)Cooling SystemThe TOYOTA Genuine SLLC (Super Long Life Coolant)
is used for the engine coolant.
The linkless-type throttle body is used.
Intake andThe intake air chamber made of plastic is used.Intake and
Exhaust
S
A stainless steel exhaust manifold is used.
SystemAn ultra thin-wall, high-cell density ceramic type TWC
(Three-Way Catalytic converter) is used.
The fuel delivery pipe made of plastic is used.
Fuel SystemA compact 12-hole type injector is used.Fuel SystemQuick connectors are used to connect the fuel hose with
the fuel pipe.
Ignition System
The DIS (Direct Ignition System) makes ignition timing
adjustment unnecessary.
Ignition System
The long-reach type spark plugs are used.
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ENGINE - 2GR-FE ENGINE
285EG10 285EG09
60
Knock Sensor Bosses
36.6 mm
(1.441 in.)
105.5 mm
(4.15 in.)
View from Top Side
285EG11
Wa t e r P a s s a g eEG-75
4. Cylinder Block
The cylinder block is made of aluminum alloy, so it is lightweight.
The cylinder block has a bank angle of 60, a bank offset of 36.6 mm (1.441 in.) and a bore pitch of 105.5
mm (4.15 in.), resulting in a compact block in its length and width even for its displacement.
Installation bosses of the two knock sensors are located on the inside of left and right banks.
A water passage has been provided between the cylinder bores. By allowing the engine coolant to flow
between the cylinder bores, this construction enables the temperature of the cylinder walls to be kept
uniform.

ENGINE - 2GR-FE ENGINE
285EG27
Air Bleeder PlugTo Throttle Body
From Throttle Body
To H e a t e r
From Heater
To Radiator
From Radiator Thermostat
Opening Temperature:
80 - 84
C (176 - 183F)
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ThermostatBypass Pipe
Heater Return Pipe
Air Bleeder Plug
Cylinder Head
Cylinder Block
Wa t e r P u m p
Radiator
Throttle
Body
Heater
Reservoir
Ta n k
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COOLING SYSTEM
1. General
The cooling system is a pressurized, forced-circulation type.
A thermostat with a bypass valve is located on the water inlet housing to maintain suitable temperature
distribution in the cooling system.
A cooling fan control system in which the ECM optimally controls cooling fan speed is used. For details,
see page EG-129.
An air bleeder plug is provided on the water inlet assembly to improve the efficiency of changing the
engine coolant. For details, refer to the 2006 RAV4 Repair Manual (Pub. No. RM01M1U).
The TOYOTA genuine SLLC (Super Long Life Coolant) is used for the engine coolant.
System Diagram

ENGINE - 2GR-FE ENGINE
285EG29
Timing Chain Cover
Wa t e r P u m p G a s k e t
Wa t e r P u m pVolute ChambersFrom Water Inlet Housing
Rotor
View from Back Side
Cross SectionEG-89
Engine Coolant Specifications
Engine
Ty p e
TOYOTA genuine Super Long Life Coolant
(SLLC) or similar high quality ethylene glycol
based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite and
non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid
organic acid technology (coolant with
long-life hybrid organic acid technology is a
combination of low phosphates and organic
acids.) Do not use plain water alone.
Engine
CoolantColorPink
Capacity
Except Towing
Package Models8.9 Liters (9.4 US qts, 7.8 Imp. qts)
CapacityTowing Package
Models9.2 Liters (9.7 US qts, 8.1 Imp. qts)
Maintenance IntervalsFirst Time100,000 miles (160,000 km)Maintenance IntervalsSubsequentEvery 50,000 miles (80,000 km)
SLLC is pre-mixed (the U.S.A. models: 50 % coolant and 50 % deionized water, the Canada. models: 55
% coolant and 45 % deionized water), so no dilution is needed when SLLC in the vehicle is added or
replaced.
If LLC is mixed with SLLC, the interval for LLC (every 25,000 miles (USA), 32,000 km (CANADA) or
24 months whichever comes first) should be used.
2. Water Pump
The water pump has two volute chambers, and circulates coolant uniformly to the left and right banks of the
cylinder block.

ENGINE - 2GR-FE ENGINEEG-101
ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM
1. General
The engine control system of the 2GR-FE engine has the following features.
System
Outline
SFI
(Sequential Multiport
Fuel Injection)
[See page EG-117]
An L-type SFI system detects the intake air mass with a hot-wire type air
flow meter.
ESA
(Electronic Spark
Advance)
Ignition timing is determined by the ECM based on signals from various
sensors. The ECM corrects ignition timing in response to engine
knocking.
This system selects the optimal ignition timing in accordance with the
signals received from the sensors and sends the (IGT) ignition signal to
the igniter.
ETCS-i
(Electronic Throttle
Control
System-intelligent)
[See page EG-118]
Optimally controls the throttle valve opening in accordance with the amount
of accelerator pedal effort and the condition of the engine and the vehicle.
Dual VVT-i
(Variable Valve
Timing-intelligent)
System
[See page EG-120]
Controls the intake and exhaust camshafts to an optimal valve timing in
accordance with the engine condition.
ACIS
(Acoustic Control
Induction System)
[See page EG-126]The intake air passages are switched according to the engine speed and
throttle valve opening angle to provided high performance in all speed
ranges.
Air Intake Control
System
[See page EG-128]The intake air duct is divided into two areas, and the ECM controls the air
intake control valve and the actuator that are provided in one of the areas to
reduce the amount of engine noise.
Fuel Pump Control
[See page EG-53 in
2AZ-FE section]Fuel pump operation is controlled by signals from the ECM.
The fuel pump is stopped, when the SRS airbag is deployed in a frontal,
side, and rear side collision.
Air Conditioning Cut-off
ControlBy turning the air conditioning compressor ON or OFF in accordance with
the engine condition, drivability is maintained.
Charging Control
[See page EG-65 in
2AZ-FE section]The engine ECU regulates the charging voltage of the generator in
accordance with the driving conditions and the charging state of the battery.
Cooling Fan Control
[See page EG-129]
The cooling fan ECU steplessly controls the speed of the fans in accordance
with the engine coolant temperature, vehicle speed, engine speed, and air
conditioning operating conditions. As a result, the cooling performance is
improved.
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ENGINE - 2GR-FE ENGINE
01MEG07Y
SENSORSACTUATORS
MASS AIR FLOW METER
INTAKE AIR TEMPERATURE
SENSOR
CRANKSHAFT POSITION
SENSOR
ENGINE COOLANT
TEMPERATURE SENSOR
ACCELERATOR PEDAL
POSITION SENSOR
THROTTLE POSITION
SENSOR
KNOCK SENSOR (Bank 1)
KNOCK SENSOR (Bank 2)
INTAKE VVT SENSOR (Bank 1)
INTAKE VVT SENSOR (Bank 2)
EXHAUST VVT SENSOR
(Bank 1)
EXHAUST VVT SENSOR
(Bank 2)
IGNITION SWITCHVG
THA
NE
THW
VPA
VPA2
VTA1
VTA2
KNK1
KNK2
VV1
VV2
EV1
EV2
IGSWECM#10
#20
#30
#40
#50
#60
IGT1 -
IGT6
IGF1
M
OC1
OC2
OE1
OE2SFI
NO. 1 INJECTOR
NO. 2 INJECTOR
NO. 3 INJECTOR
NO. 4 INJECTOR
NO. 5 INJECTOR
NO. 6 INJECTOR
ESA
IGNITION COIL with
IGNITER
SPARK PLUG
ETCS-i
THROTTLE CONTROL
MOTOR
VVT-i (INTAKE SIDE)
CAMSHAFT TIMING OIL
CONTROL VALVE (Bank 1)
CAMSHAFT TIMING OIL
CONTROL VALVE (Bank 2)
VVT-i (EXHAUST SIDE)
CAMSHAFT TIMING OIL
CONTROL VALVE (Bank 1)
CAMSHAFT TIMING OIL
CONTROL VALVE (Bank 2)EG-103
2. Construction
The configuration of the engine control system is as shown in the following chart.
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