2011 TOYOTA RAV4 engine oil capacity

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Fuel
Lubrication system■ Engine oil selection
“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is used in your Toyota vehicle. Use
Toyota approved “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent to satisfy
the following grade and viscosity.
Oil grade: ILSAC multigrade engine oil
Fuel type Unleaded gasoline only
Octane rating 87 (Research Octane Number 91) or higher
Fuel tank capacity
(Reference) 15.9 gal. (60 L, 13.2 Imp. gal.)
Oil capacity
(Drain and refill

reference) Without filter
With filter 2.5 L 4-cylinder (2AR-FE) engine
4.2 qt. (4.0 L, 3.5 Imp. qt.)
3.5 L V6 (2GR-FE) engine
6.0 qt. (5.7 L, 5.0 Imp. qt.)
2.5 L 4-cylinder (2AR-FE) engine
4.7 qt. (4.4 L, 3.9 Imp. qt.)
3.5 L V6 (2GR-FE) engine
6.4 qt. (6.1 L, 5.4 Imp. qt.)

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How to read oil container label:
The ILSAC (International Lubricant Standardization and Approval
Committee) Certification Mark is added to some oil containers to help
you select the oil you should use.
Cooling system
*: With towing package
Capacity (Reference) 2.5 L 4-cylinder (2AR-FE) engine
7.2 qt. (6.8 L, 6.0 Imp. qt.)
3.5 L V6 (2GR-FE) engine
9.4 qt. (8.9 L, 7.8 Imp. qt.)
9.8 qt. (9.3 L, 8.2 Imp. qt.)*
Coolant type Use either of the following.
• “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
• Similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite, and
non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid
organic acid technology
Do not use plain water alone.

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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
Ignition system
Electrical system
Rear differential (4WD models)
Spark plug
Make
Gap
2.5 L 4-cylinder (2AR-FE) engine
DENSO, SK16HR11
3.5 L V6 (2GR-FE) engine
DENSO FK20HR11
0.043 in. (1.1 mm)
NOTICE
■ Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust gap when tuning the
engine.
Battery
Open voltage* at
68 F (20 C): 12.6  12.8 V Fully charged
12.2  12.4 V Half charged
11 . 8
 12.0 V Discharged
(*: Voltage is checked 20 minutes
after the engine and all the lights are
turned off)
Charging rates 5 A max.
Oil capacity0.5 qt. (0.5 L, 0.4 Imp. qt.)
Oil typeHypoid gear oil API GL-5
Recommended oil viscosityAbove 0
F (-18 C): SAE 90
Below 0 F (-18 C): SAE 80W or SAE
80W-90

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Warning: The temperature grades for this tire are established for a
tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded.
Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either sepa-
rately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire fail-
ure.
Glossary of tire terminology
Tire related termMeaning
Cold tire inflation pres-
sure Tire pressure when the vehicle has been
parked for three hours or more, or has not
been driven more than 1 mile or 1.5 km under
that condition
Maximum inflation
pressure The maximum cold inflated
pressure to which a
tire may be inflated, s hown on the sidewall of
the tire
Recommended infla-
tion pressure Cold tire inflation pressure recommended by a
manufacturer
Accessory weight The combined weight (in excess of those stan-
dard items which may be replaced) of auto-
matic transmission, power steering, power
brakes, power windows, power seats, radio
and heater, to the extent that these items are
available as factory-installed equipment
(whether installed or not)
Curb weight The weight of a motor vehicle with standard
equipment, including the maximum capacity of
fuel, oil and coolant, and if so equipped, air
conditioning and additional weight optional
engine
Maximum loaded vehi-
cle weight The sum of:
(a) Curb weight
(b) Accessory weight
(c) Vehicle capacity weight
(d) Production options weight

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Alphabetical index
Electric power steering........... 184
Electronic key
If your electronic key battery is discharged .......... 461
Emergency flasher
Switch ................................... 414
Emergency, in case of If a warning buzzer
sounds... ........................... 426
If a warning light turns on ....................................... 426
If the electronic key does not operate properly ........... 461
If the engine will not start...... 458
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted ................................ 459
If the vehicle has a
discharged battery ............. 463
If you have a flat tire ............ 438
If you lose your keys............. 460
If you think something is wrong ................................. 422
If your vehicle becomes
stuck................................... 468
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ......................... 470
If your vehicle needs to be towed ................................. 415
If your vehicle overheats ...... 466 Engine
Compartment ........................358
Engine switch ................143, 147
Hood......................................354
How to start the
engine .........................143, 147
Identification number .............476
If the engine will not start ......458
Ignition switch................143, 147
Overheating...........................466
Engine compartment cover.....360
Engine coolant
Capacity ................................480
Checking ...............................365
Preparing and checking before winter .......................210
Engine coolan t temperature
gauge ......................................156
Engine immobilizer system.......92
Engine oil Capacity ................................478
Checking ...............................361
Preparing and checking before winter .......................210
Engine oil maintenance data .........................................363
Enhanced vehicle stability control ....................................185
Enhanced VSC .........................185
EPS ............................................184
Event data recorder .................424E

532 Alphabetical index
Warning buzzersBrake system ........................ 426
Seat belt reminder ................. 429
Warning lights Active Torque Control
4WD system ............... 427, 429
Anti-lock brake system .......... 427
Automatic transmission fluid temperature ................. 429
Brake assist system .............. 427
Brake system ........................ 426
Charging system .... ............... 427
Cruise control indicator light ..................................... 427
Electric power steering .......... 427
Engine oil pressure ............... 427
Engine oil replacement reminder light ...................... 429
Low fuel level ........................ 429
Low washer fluid ................... 429
Malfunction indicator lamp .... 427
Open door ............................. 429
Pretensioners ........................ 427
Seat belt reminder light ......... 429
Slip indicator light .................. 427
Smart key system... ............... 431
SRS airbags .......................... 427
Tire pressure warning light .... 429 Washer
Checking ............................... 372
Preparing and checking
before winter ....................... 210
Switch ........................... 169, 171
Washing and waxing ............... 338
Weight Cargo capacity ...................... 202
Load limits ............................. 208
Weight ................................... 474
Wheels ...................................... 384
Window glasses ........................ 81
Window lock switch................... 81
Windows
Power windows ....................... 81
Rear window defogger .......... 240
Washer.......................... 169, 171
Windshield wiper de-icer ........ 242
Windshield wipers ................... 169
Wireless remote control key Replacing the battery ............ 388
Wireless remote control key.... 38
WMA disc.................................. 259W

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GAS STATION INFORMATION
Auxiliary catch leverP. 354Fuel filler doorP. 8 8
Hood release lever P. 3 5 4Fuel filler door opener P. 8 8Tire inflation pressure
P. 484
Fuel tank capacity
(Reference) 15.9 gal. (60 L, 13.2 Imp. gal.)
Fuel typeUnleaded gasoline with an Octane Rating
of 87 (Research Octane Number 91)
Cold tire inflation
pressure
P. 4 8 4
Engine oil capacity
(Drain and refill

reference) P. 478
Engine oil typeToyota Genuine Motor Oil or equivalent
Oil grade: P. 478
ILSAC multigrade engine oil
Recommended oil viscosity:
SAE 5W-20 or 0W-20 (2.5 L 4-cylinder
[2AR-FE] engine) SAE 5W-30 (3.5 L V6
[2GR-FE] engine)