2011 TOYOTA RAV4 gas type

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1-5. Refueling
1
Before driving
Closing the fuel tank cap
When replacing the fuel tank
cap, turn it until a clicking sound
is heard.
After releasing your hand, the cap
will turn slightly to the opposite
direction.
Hang the fuel tank cap on the
back of the fuel filler door.STEP 3
■Fuel types
Use unleaded gasoline. (Octane rating 87 [Research Octane Number 91] or
higher)
■ Fuel tank capacity
Approximately 15.9 gal. (60 L, 13.2 Imp. gal.)

100 1-7. Safety information
The main SRS airbag system components are shown above. The
SRS airbag system is controlled by the airbag sensor assembly. The
airbag sensor assembly consists of a safing sensor and an airbag
sensor.
In certain types of severe frontal or side impacts, the SRS airbag sys-
tem triggers the airbag inflators. A chemical reaction in the inflators
quickly fills the airbags with non-toxic gas to help restrain the motion
of the occupants.
■ SRS warning light
This warning light system monitors the airbag sensor assembly, front airbag
sensors, side and curtain shield airbag sensors, curtain shield airbag sen-
sors, driver's seat position sensor, driver's seat belt buckle switch, front pas-
senger occupant classification system, “AIR BAG ON” and “AIR BAG OFF”
indicator lights, front passenger’s seat belt buckle switch, seat belt preten-
sioner assemblies, inflators, interconnecting wiring and power sources. ( P.
427)
■ If the SRS airbags deploy (inflate)
●Bruising and slight abrasions may result from contact with a deploying
(inflating) SRS airbag.
● A loud noise and white powder will be emitted.
● Parts of the airbag module (steering wheel hub, airbag cover and inflator)
as well as the front seats, and parts of the front and rear pillars and roof
side rail, may be hot for several minutes. The airbag itself may also be
hot.
● The windshield may crack.

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6-1. Specifications
6
Vehicle specifications
■
Engine number
The engine number is stamped on the engine bl ock as shown.
2.5 L 4-cylinder (2AR-FE) engine
3.5 L V6 (2GR-FE) engine
Engine
Model 2AR-FE2GR-FE
Ty p e 4-cylinder in line,
4-cycle, gasoline6-cylinder V type,
4-cycle, gasoline
Bore and stroke
3.54 
3.86 in.
(90.0  98.0 mm) 3.70 
3.27 in.
(94.0  83.0 mm)
Displacement 152.2 cu.in. (2494 cm3) 210.9 cu.in. (3456 cm3)
Drive belt tension Automatic adjustment

478 6-1. Specifications
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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6-1. Specifications
6
Vehicle specifications
■
Toyota recommends the use of gaso line containing detergent additives
● Toyota recommends the use of gasoline that contains detergent additives
to avoid build-up of engine deposits.
● All gasoline sold in the US contains detergent additives to clean and/or
keep clean intake systems.
■ Toyota recommends the use of cleaner burning gasoline
Cleaner burning gasoline, including reformulated gasoline that contains oxy-
genates such as ethanol or MTBE (Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether) is available in
many areas.
Toyota recommends the use of cleaner burning gasoline and appropriately
blended reformulated gasoline. These types of gasoline provide excellent
vehicle performance, reduce vehicle emissions and improve air quality.
■ Toyota does not recommend blended gasoline
●Toyota allows the use of oxygenate blended gasoline where the oxygen-
ate content is up to 10% ethanol or 15% MTBE.
● If you use gasohol in your Toyota, be sure that it has an octane rating no
lower than 87.
● Toyota does not recommend the use of gasoline containing methanol.
■ Toyota does not recommend gasoline containing MMT
Some gasoline contains octane enhancing additive called MMT (Methylcy-
clopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl).
Toyota does not recommend the use of gasoline that contains MMT. If fuel
containing MMT is used, your emission control system may be adversely
affected.
The malfunction indicator lamp on the instrument cluster may come on. If
this happens, contact your Toyota dealer for service.

488 6-1. Specifications
NOTICE
■Notice on fuel quality
●Do not use improper fuels. If improper fuels are used the engine will be
damaged.
● Do not use leaded gasoline.
Leaded gasoline can cause damage to your vehicle's three-way catalytic
converters causing the emission control system to malfunction and the
emission control system to function improperly.
● Do not use gasohol other than that stated here.
Other gasohol may cause fuel system damage or vehicle performance
problems.
● Using unleaded gasoline with an octane number or rating lower than that
stated here will cause persistent heavy knocking.
At worst, this will lead to engine damage.
■ Fuel-related poor driveability
If after using a different type of fuel, poor driveability is encountered (poor
hot starting, vaporization, engine knocking, etc.), discontinue the use of that
type of fuel.
■ When refueling with gasohol
Take care not to spill gasohol. It can damage your vehicle's paint.

526 Alphabetical index
Floor mat................................... 331
FluidBrake ..................................... 367
Washer .................................. 372
Fog lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 404
Switch.................................... 168
Wattage ................................. 485
Front fog lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 404
Switch.................................... 168
Wattage ................................. 485
Front passenger occupant classification system ............ 110
Front passenger's seat belt reminder light......................... 429
Front seats
Adjustment ..............................49
Front side marker lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 404
Switch.................................... 165
Wattage ................................. 485
Front turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 404
Wattage ................................. 485
Fuel
Capacity ................................ 478
Fuel gauge ............................ 156
Fuel pump shut off system .... 423
Gas station information ......... 536
Information ............................ 486
Refueling .................................88
Type ...................................... 478
Fuel door.....................................88
Fuel filler door ............................88
Fuel pump shut off system ..... 423
Fuses......................................... 392 Gas station information .......... 536
Gauges...................................... 156
Glove box ................................. 312
Grocery bag hooks .................. 332
Hands-free system
(for cellular phone) ................ 273
Hazard lights Switch ................................... 414
Head restraints
Adjusting ................................ 65
Headlights Replacing light bulbs ............. 404
Switch ................................... 165
Wattage................................. 485
Heaters
Seat heaters.......................... 327
Side mirrors........................... 240
Hood.......................................... 354
Hooks
Cargo hook ........................... 332
Grocery bag .......................... 332
Horn .......................................... 155FG
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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)