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Toyota RAV4 Fluid Capacities

Factory manual fluid capacities for the Toyota RAV4. Exact capacities and specs extracted from the LEMON service manual archive.

Last updated: 2026-11-01 • Reading time: 8 min • By AllOEMManuals Editorial Team

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2024 Toyota RAV4: 1.20 LBS. (0.54 KG) — HFC-134a (R-134a) Note: Approximate capacity.

GenerationYearsTop spec
202420241.20 LBS. (0.54 KG) — HFC-134a (R-134a) Note: Approximate capacity.
2022-20232022-20231.20 LBS. (0.54 KG) — HFC-134a (R-134a) Note: Approximate capacity.
2020-20212020-20211.20 LBS. (0.54 KG) — HFC-134a (R-134a) Note: Approximate capacity.

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2024 Toyota RAV4: 1.20 LBS. (0.54 KG) — HFC-134a (R-134a) Note: Approximate capacity.

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2024

2024Open 2024 manual
Air Cond Refrigerant1.20 LBS. (0.54 KG) — HFC-134a (R-134a) Note: Approximate capacity.
Automatic Transmission Fluid (Gas)7.80 QTS. (7.38 L) — TOYOTA Genuine Automatic Transmission Fluid Type WS Note: Using ATF other than "TOYOTA Genuine ATF WS" may cause deterioration in shift quality, locking up of the transmission accompanied by vibration, and ultimately damage the transaxle of the vehicle. Approximate capacity.
Brake Fluid— SAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3 SAE J1704 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 4
Differential Gear Oil (4WD,Gas)0.55 QTS. (0.52 L) — TOYOTA Genuine Differential Gear Oil LX
Engine Coolant (Gas)7.30 QTS. (6.9 L) — TOYOTA Super Long Life Coolant or similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrate and non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid organic acid technology Note: DO NOT use plain water alone.
Engine Oil4.20 QTS. (3.97 L) — TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. ILSAC GF-6B SAE 0W-16 Multigrade Engine Oil Note: If SAE 0W-16 is not available SAE 0W-20 oil may be used. However, it must be replaced with SAE 0W-16 at the next oil change.
Fuel Tank14.50 GALS. (54.88 L)
Transfer Case Fluid (4WD)0.40 QTS. (0.37 L) — TOYOTA Genuine Differential Gear Oil LX
Windshield Washer Fluid— Washer Fluid Note: In cold areas where temperatures range below the freezing point, use washer fluid containing antifreeze.
Differential Gear Oil (AWD,Gas)0.55 QTS. (0.52 L) — TOYOTA Genuine Differential Gear Oil LX
Transfer Case Fluid (AWD)0.40 QTS. (0.37 L) — TOYOTA Genuine Differential Gear Oil LX
Notes
  • →Approximate capacity.
  • →Using ATF other than "TOYOTA Genuine ATF WS" may cause deterioration in shift quality, locking up of the transmission accompanied by vibration, and ultimately damage the transaxle of the vehicle. Approximate capacity.
  • →DO NOT use plain water alone.
  • →If SAE 0W-16 is not available SAE 0W-20 oil may be used. However, it must be replaced with SAE 0W-16 at the next oil change.
  • →In cold areas where temperatures range below the freezing point, use washer fluid containing antifreeze.
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2022-2023

2022-2023Open 2022 manual
Air Cond Refrigerant1.20 LBS. (0.54 KG) — HFC-134a (R-134a) Note: Approximate capacity.
Automatic Transmission Fluid (Gas)7.80 QTS. (7.38 L) — TOYOTA Genuine Automatic Transmission Fluid Type WS Note: Using ATF other than "TOYOTA Genuine ATF WS" may cause deterioration in shift quality, locking up of the transmission accompanied by vibration, and ultimately damage the transaxle of the vehicle. Approximate capacity.
Brake Fluid— SAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3 SAE J1704 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 4
Differential Gear Oil (4WD,Gas)0.55 QTS. (0.52 L) — TOYOTA Genuine Differential Gear Oil LX
Engine Coolant (Gas)7.30 QTS. (6.9 L) — TOYOTA Super Long Life Coolant or similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrate and non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid organic acid technology Note: DO NOT use plain water alone.
Engine Oil4.40 QTS. (4.16 L) — TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. ILSAC GF-6B SAE 0W-16 Multigrade Engine Oil Note: If SAE 0W-16 is not available SAE 0W-20 oil may be used. However, it must be replaced with SAE 0W-16 at the next oil change.
Fuel Tank14.50 GALS. (54.88 L)
Transfer Case Fluid (4WD)0.40 QTS. (0.37 L) — TOYOTA Genuine Differential Gear Oil LX
Windshield Washer Fluid— Washer Fluid Note: In cold areas where temperatures range below the freezing point, use washer fluid containing antifreeze.
Differential Gear Oil (AWD,Gas)0.55 QTS. (0.52 L) — TOYOTA Genuine Differential Gear Oil LX
Transfer Case Fluid (AWD)0.40 QTS. (0.37 L) — TOYOTA Genuine Differential Gear Oil LX
Notes
  • →Approximate capacity.
  • →Using ATF other than "TOYOTA Genuine ATF WS" may cause deterioration in shift quality, locking up of the transmission accompanied by vibration, and ultimately damage the transaxle of the vehicle. Approximate capacity.
  • →DO NOT use plain water alone.
  • →If SAE 0W-16 is not available SAE 0W-20 oil may be used. However, it must be replaced with SAE 0W-16 at the next oil change.
  • →In cold areas where temperatures range below the freezing point, use washer fluid containing antifreeze.
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2020-2021

2020-2021Open 2020 manual
Air Cond Refrigerant1.20 LBS. (0.54 KG) — HFC-134a (R-134a) Note: Approximate capacity.
Automatic Transmission Fluid (Gas)7.80 QTS. (7.38 L) — TOYOTA Genuine Automatic Transmission Fluid Type WS Note: Using ATF other than "TOYOTA Genuine ATF WS" may cause deterioration in shift quality, locking up of the transmission accompanied by vibration, and ultimately damage the transaxle of the vehicle. Approximate capacity.
Brake Fluid— SAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3 SAE J1704 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 4
Differential Gear Oil (4WD,Gas)0.55 QTS. (0.52 L) — TOYOTA Genuine Differential Gear Oil LX
Engine Coolant (Gas)7.30 QTS. (6.9 L) — TOYOTA Super Long Life Coolant or similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrate and non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid organic acid technology Note: DO NOT use plain water alone.
Engine Oil4.40 QTS. (4.16 L) — TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. API- SN/RC SAE 0W-16 or equivalent ILSAC multigrade oil Note: If SAE 0W-16 is not available SAE 0W-20 oil may be used. However, it must be replaced with SAE 0W-16 at the next oil change.
Fuel Tank14.50 GALS. (54.88 L)
Transfer Case Fluid (4WD)0.40 QTS. (0.37 L) — TOYOTA Genuine Differential Gear Oil LX
Windshield Washer Fluid— Washer Fluid Note: In cold areas where temperatures range below the freezing point, use washer fluid containing antifreeze.
Differential Gear Oil (AWD,Gas)0.55 QTS. (0.52 L) — TOYOTA Genuine Differential Gear Oil LX
Transfer Case Fluid (AWD)0.40 QTS. (0.37 L) — TOYOTA Genuine Differential Gear Oil LX
Notes
  • →Approximate capacity.
  • →Using ATF other than "TOYOTA Genuine ATF WS" may cause deterioration in shift quality, locking up of the transmission accompanied by vibration, and ultimately damage the transaxle of the vehicle. Approximate capacity.
  • →DO NOT use plain water alone.
  • →If SAE 0W-16 is not available SAE 0W-20 oil may be used. However, it must be replaced with SAE 0W-16 at the next oil change.
  • →In cold areas where temperatures range below the freezing point, use washer fluid containing antifreeze.
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2019

2019Open 2019 manual
Air Cond Refrigerant1.20 LBS. (0.54 KG) — HFC-134a (R-134a) Note: Approximate capacity.
Automatic Transmission Fluid (Gas)7.80 QTS. (7.38 L) — TOYOTA Genuine Automatic Transmission Fluid Type WS Note: Using ATF other than "TOYOTA Genuine ATF WS" may cause deterioration in shift quality, locking up of the transmission accompanied by vibration, and ultimately damage the transaxle of the vehicle. Approximate capacity.
Brake Fluid— SAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3 SAE J1704 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 4
Differential Gear Oil (4WD,Gas)0.55 QTS. (0.52 L) — TOYOTA Genuine Differential Gear Oil LX
Engine Coolant (Gas)7.30 QTS. (6.9 L) — TOYOTA Super Long Life Coolant or similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrate and non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid organic acid technology Note: DO NOT use plain water alone.
Engine Oil4.40 QTS. (4.16 L) — TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. API- SN/RC SAE 0W-16 or equivalent ILSAC multigrade oil Note: If SAE 0W-16 is not available SAE 0W-20 oil may be used. However, it must be replaced with SAE 0W-16 at the next oil change.
Fuel Tank14.50 GALS. (54.88 L)
Transfer Case Fluid (4WD)0.40 QTS. (0.37 L) — TOYOTA Genuine Differential Gear Oil LX
Windshield Washer Fluid— Washer Fluid Note: In cold areas where temperatures range below the freezing point, use washer fluid containing antifreeze.
Automatic Transmission Fluid (Gas/Electric)4.10 QTS. (3.88 L) — TOYOTA Genuine Automatic Transmission Fluid Type WS Note: Using ATF other than "TOYOTA Genuine ATF WS" may cause deterioration in shift quality, locking up of the transmission accompanied by vibration, and ultimately damage the transaxle of the vehicle.
Differential Gear Oil (Gas/Electric)1.80 QTS. (1.7 L) — TOYOTA Genuine Automatic Transmission Fluid Type WS Note: Approximate capacity.
Engine Coolant (Gas/Electric)2.10 QTS. (1.98 L) — TOYOTA Super Long Life Coolant or similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrate and non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid organic acid technology Note: DO NOT use plain water alone.
Transfer Case Fluid (AWD)0.40 QTS. (0.37 L) — TOYOTA Genuine Differential Gear Oil LX
Differential Gear Oil (AWD,Gas)0.55 QTS. (0.52 L) — TOYOTA Genuine Differential Gear Oil LX
Notes
  • →Approximate capacity.
  • →Using ATF other than "TOYOTA Genuine ATF WS" may cause deterioration in shift quality, locking up of the transmission accompanied by vibration, and ultimately damage the transaxle of the vehicle. Approximate capacity.
  • →DO NOT use plain water alone.
  • →If SAE 0W-16 is not available SAE 0W-20 oil may be used. However, it must be replaced with SAE 0W-16 at the next oil change.
  • →In cold areas where temperatures range below the freezing point, use washer fluid containing antifreeze.
  • →Using ATF other than "TOYOTA Genuine ATF WS" may cause deterioration in shift quality, locking up of the transmission accompanied by vibration, and ultimately damage the transaxle of the vehicle.
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2018

2018Open 2018 manual
Air Cond Compressor Oil (Gas)2.40 OZS. (0.07 L) — PAG 46
Air Cond Refrigerant0.99 LBS. (0.44 KG) — HFC-134a (R-134a)
Automatic Transmission Fluid (Automatic Trans)6.90 QTS. (6.52 L) — TOYOTA Genuine Automatic Transmission Fluid Type WS Note: Using ATF other than "TOYOTA Genuine ATF WS" may cause deterioration in shift quality, locking up of the transmission accompanied by vibration, and ultimately damage the transaxle of the vehicle.
Brake Fluid— SAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3
Differential Gear Oil (AWD,Gas)0.50 QTS. (0.47 L) — TOYOTA Genuine Differential Gear Oil LT SAE 75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent
Engine Coolant (Gas)7.20 QTS. (6.81 L) — TOYOTA Super Long Life Coolant or similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrate and non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid organic acid technology Note: DO NOT use plain water alone.
Engine Coolant1.60 QTS. (1.51 L) — TOYOTA Super Long Life Coolant or similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrate and non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid organic acid technology Note: DO NOT use plain water alone.
Engine Oil4.20 QTS. (3.97 L) — TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. SAE 0W-20 or equivalent ILSAC multigrade oil Note: If SAE 0W-20 is not available, SAE 5W-20 may be used. However, it must be replaced with SAE 0W-20 at the next oil change.
Fuel Tank (Gas)15.90 GALS. (60.18 L)
Transfer Case Fluid0.48 QTS. (0.45 L) — TOYOTA Genuine Differential Gear Oil LT 75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent
Windshield Washer Fluid— Washer Fluid Note: In cold areas where temperatures range below the freezing point, use washer fluid containing antifreeze.
Air Cond Compressor Oil (Gas/Electric)4.60 OZS. (0.13 L) — POE ND-OIL 11
Automatic Transmission Fluid (Automatic CVT Trans,Gas/Electric)1.90 QTS. (1.79 L) — TOYOTA Genuine Automatic Transmission Fluid Type WS Note: Using ATF other than "TOYOTA Genuine ATF WS" may cause deterioration in shift quality, locking up of the transmission accompanied by vibration, and ultimately damage the transaxle of the vehicle.
Engine Coolant (Gas/Electric)7.90 QTS. (7.47 L) — TOYOTA Super Long Life Coolant or similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrate and non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid organic acid technology Note: DO NOT use plain water alone.
Fuel Tank (Gas/Electric)14.80 GALS. (56.02 L)
Notes
  • →Using ATF other than "TOYOTA Genuine ATF WS" may cause deterioration in shift quality, locking up of the transmission accompanied by vibration, and ultimately damage the transaxle of the vehicle.
  • →DO NOT use plain water alone.
  • →If SAE 0W-20 is not available, SAE 5W-20 may be used. However, it must be replaced with SAE 0W-20 at the next oil change.
  • →In cold areas where temperatures range below the freezing point, use washer fluid containing antifreeze.
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2016-2017

2016-2017Open 2016 manual
Air Cond Compressor Oil (Gas/Electric)4.60 OZS. (0.13 L) — POE ND-OIL 11
Air Cond Refrigerant0.99 LBS. (0.44 KG) — HFC-134a (R-134a)
Automatic Transmission Fluid (Automatic CVT Trans,Gas/Electric)1.90 QTS. (1.79 L) — TOYOTA Genuine Automatic Transmission Fluid Type WS Note: Using ATF other than "TOYOTA Genuine ATF WS" may cause deterioration in shift quality, locking up of the transmission accompanied by vibration, and ultimately damage the transaxle of the vehicle.
Brake Fluid— SAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3
Engine Coolant (Gas/Electric)7.90 QTS. (7.47 L) — TOYOTA Super Long Life Coolant or similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrate and non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid organic acid technology Note: DO NOT use plain water alone.
Engine Coolant1.60 QTS. (1.51 L) — TOYOTA Super Long Life Coolant or similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrate and non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid organic acid technology Note: DO NOT use plain water alone.
Engine Oil4.20 QTS. (3.97 L) — TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. SAE 0W-20 or equivalent ILSAC multigrade oil Note: If SAE 0W-20 is not available, SAE 5W-20 may be used. However, it must be replaced with SAE 0W-20 at the next oil change.
Fuel Tank (Gas/Electric)14.80 GALS. (56.02 L)
Transfer Case Fluid0.48 QTS. (0.45 L) — TOYOTA Genuine Differential Gear Oil LT 75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent
Windshield Washer Fluid— Washer Fluid Note: In cold areas where temperatures range below the freezing point, use washer fluid containing antifreeze.
Air Cond Compressor Oil (Gas)2.40 OZS. (0.07 L) — PAG 46
Automatic Transmission Fluid (Automatic Trans)6.90 QTS. (6.52 L) — TOYOTA Genuine Automatic Transmission Fluid Type WS Note: Using ATF other than "TOYOTA Genuine ATF WS" may cause deterioration in shift quality, locking up of the transmission accompanied by vibration, and ultimately damage the transaxle of the vehicle.
Differential Gear Oil (AWD,Gas)0.50 QTS. (0.47 L) — TOYOTA Genuine Differential Gear Oil LT SAE 75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent
Engine Coolant (Gas)7.20 QTS. (6.81 L) — TOYOTA Super Long Life Coolant or similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrate and non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid organic acid technology Note: DO NOT use plain water alone.
Fuel Tank (Gas)15.90 GALS. (60.18 L)
Notes
  • →Using ATF other than "TOYOTA Genuine ATF WS" may cause deterioration in shift quality, locking up of the transmission accompanied by vibration, and ultimately damage the transaxle of the vehicle.
  • →DO NOT use plain water alone.
  • →If SAE 0W-20 is not available, SAE 5W-20 may be used. However, it must be replaced with SAE 0W-20 at the next oil change.
  • →In cold areas where temperatures range below the freezing point, use washer fluid containing antifreeze.
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2015

2015Open 2015 manual
Air Cond Compressor Oil2.40 OZS. (0.07 L) — PAG 46
Air Cond Refrigerant0.99 LBS. (0.44 KG) — HFC-134a (R-134a)
Automatic Transmission Fluid6.90 QTS. (6.52 L) — TOYOTA Genuine Automatic Transmission Fluid Type WS Note: Using ATF other than "TOYOTA Genuine ATF WS" may cause deterioration in shift quality, locking up of the transmission accompanied by vibration, and ultimately damage the transaxle of the vehicle.
Brake Fluid— SAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3
Differential Gear Oil (AWD,Gas)0.50 QTS. (0.47 L) — TOYOTA Genuine Differential Gear Oil LT SAE 75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent
Engine Coolant7.20 QTS. (6.81 L) — TOYOTA Super Long Life Coolant or similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrate and non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid organic acid technology Note: DO NOT use plain water alone.
Engine Oil4.20 QTS. (3.97 L) — TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil SAE 5W-20 or 0W-20 or equivalent ILSAC multigrade oil Note: SAE 0W-20 is the best choice for good fuel economy and good starting in cold weather.
Fuel Tank15.90 GALS. (60.18 L)
Transfer Case Fluid0.48 QTS. (0.45 L) — TOYOTA Genuine Differential Gear Oil LT 75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent
Windshield Washer Fluid— Washer Fluid Note: In cold areas where temperatures range below the freezing point, use washer fluid containing antifreeze.
Notes
  • →Using ATF other than "TOYOTA Genuine ATF WS" may cause deterioration in shift quality, locking up of the transmission accompanied by vibration, and ultimately damage the transaxle of the vehicle.
  • →DO NOT use plain water alone.
  • →SAE 0W-20 is the best choice for good fuel economy and good starting in cold weather.
  • →In cold areas where temperatures range below the freezing point, use washer fluid containing antifreeze.
Check Fitment on Amazon →Full Repair Guide →

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is this data from?
Extracted directly from the LEMON factory service manual archive. Sources are cited per generation.
What fluid capacities does a Toyota RAV4 use?
2024 Toyota RAV4: 1.20 LBS. (0.54 KG) — HFC-134a (R-134a) Note: Approximate capacity.
Why do fluid capacities vary by generation for the Toyota RAV4?
Different engine options, transmission types, and cooling system designs across model years change total fluid volumes. Always use the capacity listed for your exact year and engine code — do not guess across generations.

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