2018 TOYOTA RAV4 Warranties & Maintenance Guides (in English)

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.
NOTE:Your vehicle is certified with
Genuine Toyota 0W20 motor oil. For
VEHICLES CERTIFIED FOR 0W20 motor
oil, the oil change interval is 10,000 miles
or 12 months IF 0W20 MOTOR OIL IS
BEING USED. If 0W20 is not available,
5W20 mineral oil may be used. However,
it must be replaced at A 5,000 miles or
6 month INTERVAL with 0W20 motor oil.
For customers who primarily drive their
vehicle under any of the listedSpecial
Operating Conditions, the motor oil and
filter should be replaced at 5,000 miles or
6 months, REGARDLESS OF THE OIL
USED (OR CERTIFICATION OF THE
VEHICLE).
Exhaust Pipes and Mountings
Visually inspect the exhaust pipes, muffler
and hangers for cracks, deterioration and
damage. Start the engine and listen
carefully for any exhaust gas leakage.
Tighten connections or replace parts as
necessary.
Fuel Lines and Connections,
Fuel Tank Band and Fuel Tank
Vapor Vent System Hoses
Visually inspect for corrosion, damage,
cracks, and loose or leaking connections.
Tighten connections or replace parts as
necessary.
Fuel Tank Cap Gasket
Visually inspect for cracks, deterioration
and damage and replace if necessary.
Nuts and Bolts on Chassis and
Body
Re-tighten the seat-mounting bolts and
front/rear suspension member retaining
bolts to specified torque.
Propeller Shaft
Re-torque the propeller shaft bolt. Only a
qualified technician should perform this
operation.
Radiator and Condenser
Inspect for debris, corrosion and signs of
damage. Have any problem repaired
immediately by a qualified technician.
Rear Differential 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.
Explanation of Maintenance Items
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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.
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.
Explanation of Maintenance Items
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Model
In-service date
Selling dealership
Key number
Body style
Mileage at delivery
Selling dealership phone number
Vehicle Identification Number
Vehicle Identification
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