2021 TOYOTA RAV4 radiator cap

45Maintenance Log
MAINTENANCE LOG
MAINTENANCE
60,000 miles or 72 months

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Inspect the following:
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Automatic transmission fluid cooler
hoses and connections
_ Automatic transmission for signs of leakage _
Ball joints and dust covers
_ Brake lines and hoses _ Brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs 5
_ Drive belts 6 _ Drive shaft boots _
Engine coolant7
_Additional Maintenance Items for Special Operating Conditions3
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:
■Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis and body
Driving while towing, using a car-top carrier, or heavy vehicle loading:8

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Extensive idling and/or low speed driving for a long distance such as police, taxi or
door-to-door delivery use:

■Replace automatic transmission fluid
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Inspect sealed transmissions, transfer cases and differentials for signs of leakage. If any leakage from a sealed
component is suspected, it is recommended that you have the sealed component inspected by a Toyota dealer. Inspect
power steering fluid (if equipped) and brake fluid level/condition. Inspect engine and inverter (if equipped) coolant
level/condition/freezing point. Your dealer may recommend services (Dealer-Recommended Maintenance) based on
inspection results.
2 Reset the oil replacement reminder light (“MAINT REQD”) or the message “OIL MAINTENANCE REQUIRED” on the
multi-information display after maintenance at every 5,000 miles.
3 Perform these service items only if you drive primarily under the conditions indicated. 4 Includes operating on roads which road salt has been applied. 5 Inspect thickness measurement and disc runout. 6 Initial inspection at 60,000 miles/ 72 months. Inspect every 15,000 miles/18 months thereafter. 7 Refer to “Engine Coolant” in the “Explanation of Maintenance Items” section in the back of this guide for more information.8 Not all vehicles are designed for towing. Refer to your Vehicle Owner’s Manual for details.
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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
_ Radiator and condenser
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Rear differential oil (4WD)
_ Steering gear
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Steering linkage and boots
Dealer Service verification:
D
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Mileage:
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53Maintenance Log
MAINTENANCE LOG
MAINTENANCE
120,000 miles or 144 months
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Inspect the following:
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Automatic transmission fluid cooler
hoses and connections

_
Automatic transmission for signs of leakage

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Ball joints and dust covers

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Brake lines and hoses

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Brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs
6

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Drive belts

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Drive shaft boots

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Engine coolant
7

Addit ional Maintenance Items for Special Operating Conditions3
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads: ■Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis and body
Driving while towing, using a car-top carrier, or heavy vehicle loading:9
■Replace automatic transmission fluid
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Extensive idling and/or low speed driving for a long distance such as police, taxi or
door-to-door delivery use:
■Replace automatic transmission fluid

1
Inspect sealed transmissions, transfer cases and differentials for signs of leakage. If any leakage from a sealed
component is suspected, it is recommended that you have the sealed component inspected by a Toyota dealer. Inspect
power steering fluid (if equipped) and brake fluid level/condition. Inspect engine and inverter (if equipped) coolant
level/condition/freezing point. Your dealer may recommend services (Dealer-Recommended Maintenance) based on
inspection results.
2 Reset the oil replacement reminder light (“MAINT REQD”) or the message “OIL MAINTENANCE REQUIRED” on the
multi-information display after maintenance at every 5,000 miles.
3 Perform these service items only if you drive primarily under the conditions indicated. 4 Includes operating on roads which road salt has been applied.5 Maintenance services of spark plugs are required under the terms of the Emissions Control Warranty.6 Inspect thickness measurement and disc runout.7

Refer to “Engine Coolant” in the “Explanation of Maintenance Items” section in the back of this guide for more information.8
Replace the vacuum pump vane and the vacuum pump vane caps with new ones, and never reuse the vacuum pump
vane and the vacuum pump vane caps.
9
Not all vehicles are designed for towing. Refer to your Vehicle Owner’s Manual for details.

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Exhaust pipes and mountings

_
F uel lines and connections, fuel tank band
and fuel tank vapor vent system hoses

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Fuel tank cap gasket

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Radiator and condenser

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Rear differential oil (4WD)

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Steering gear

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Steering linkage and boots

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Vacuum pump for brake booster
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Dealer Service verification:
D
ate:
Mileage:
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56Maintenance Log
MAINTENANCE
EXPLANATION OF MAINTENANCE ITEMS
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 0W-16 motor oil. For
VEHICLES CERTIFIED FOR 0W-16 motor
oil, the oil change interval is 10,000 miles
or 12 months IF 0W-16 MOTOR OIL IS
BEING USED. If 0W-16 is not available,
0W-20 mineral oil may be used. However,
it must be replaced at a 5,000-mile or
six-month INTERVAL with 0W-16 motor oil.
For customers who primarily drive their
vehicle under any of the listed Special
Operating Conditions, the motor oil and
filter should be replaced at 5,000 miles or
six 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
Retighten 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.
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