Toyota RAV4 2001-2005

The Toyota RAV4, produced from 2001 to 2005, represented a pivotal era in the compact SUV's history, focusing on versatility, comfort, and modernization. This generation featured a more refined and contemporary exterior design, with smoother lines and a sleeker profile compared to its predecessors. The interior offered improved space and comfort for up to five passengers, with user-friendly controls and durable materials. The RAV4's compact size and available all-wheel drive made it suitable for urban commuting and light off-road adventures.

Regarding technology, the RAV4 integrated modern features such as air conditioning, power accessories, and an available CD player. Safety features included standard airbags and antilock brakes. The RAV4's suspension was designed to deliver a comfortable and composed ride on various road surfaces. It remained popular for buyers seeking a versatile and reliable compact SUV catering to various driving needs and lifestyles. In summary, the Toyota RAV4 from 2001 to 2005 offered a well-rounded package of space, comfort, technology, and versatility in the competitive compact SUV segment.

Toyota RAV4 specification, engine oil capacity, spark plug gap, safety rating, fuel consumption, transmission, and light bulb sizes.

Chassis

• Type: XA20

Engine 2.4L 4-Cylinder DOHC

• Recommended Oil viscosity: 5W-30
• Recommended Engine Oil: API
• Drain Plug Torque: 18FT-LBS
• Oil capacity: 4.0qt

Spark Plug Gap

• 2.4L 4-Cylinder: 0.044”

Fuel

• Capacity:  56L. (14.8 gal. 12.3 Imp. gal.)

Cooling System

• Type:
  • “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is used in your Toyota vehicle at factory fill. To avoid technical problems, use “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” 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.
• Capacity:
  • With manual transaxle: 6.6 L. (7.0 qt, 5.9 Imp. qt.)
  • With automatic transaxle: 6.8 L. (7.2 qt, 6.0 Imp. qt.)

Automatic Transaxle

• Type: Toyota Genuine ATF Type T- IV
• Change automatic transmission fluid only as necessary. Generally, it is necessary to change automatic transmission fluid only if your vehicle is driven under one of the Special Operating Conditions listed in your “Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement.” When changing the automatic transmission fluid, use only “Toyota Genuine ATF Type T- IV” (ATF JWS3309 or NWS6500) to ensure optimum transaxle performance.
• Capacity: 
  • Two-wheel drive models: 2.5 L. (2.6 qt, 2.2 Imp. qt.)
  • Four-wheel drive models: 3.4 L. (3.6 qt, 3.0 Imp. qt.)

Transfer (four-wheel drive models)

• Type: Hypoid gear oil API GL- 5
• Capacity: 0.9 L. (1.0 qt, 0.8 Imp. qt.)

Rear Differential (four-wheel drive models)

• Type: Hypoid gear oil API GL- 5
• Capacity: 0.9 L. (1.0 qt, 0.8 Imp. qt.)

Brakes

• Type: SAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3

Steering

• Type: Automatic transmission fluid DEXRON II or III

Powertrain

Engine

• Petrol:
  • 1.8 L 1ZZ-FE I4
  • 2.0 L 1AZ-FE I4
  • 2.4 L 2AZ-FE I4
• Diesel:
  • 2.0 L 1CD-FTV I4-T

Transmission

• CVT

Fuel Consumption

Safety Ratings

Front Lights

• Front Fog Light Bulb: 9006
• Front Sidemarker Light Bulb: 168
• Front Turn Signal Light Bulb: 7440
• High Beam and Low Beam Headlight Bulb: 9003

Rear Lights

• Back Up Light Bulb: 921
• Brake Light Bulb:
  • 7443-SCK
  • 7443
• Center High Mount Stop Light Bulb: 7440
• License Plate Light Bulb: 168
• Parking Light Bulb: 168
• Rear Turn Signal Light Bulb: 7440
• Tail Light Bulb:
  • 7443-SCK
  • 7443

Interior Lights

• Dome Light Bulb: DE3175
• Map Light Bulb: DE3175