Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2000 Toyota RAV4 Base, FWD, StandardFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
4-Cylinder Compression Specifications
4-CYLINDER COMPRESSION SPECIFICATIONS
| Application | Specification | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Normal Compression Pressure | |||
| Camry | |||
| CNG Models | 252 psi (17.7 kg/cm2 ) | ||
| Gasoline Models | 178 psi (12.5 kg/cm2 ) | ||
| Camry Solara | 178 psi (12.5 kg/cm2 ) | ||
| Celica | |||
| 1.8L (1ZZ-FE) | 218 psi (15.3 kg/cm2 ) | ||
| 1.8L (2ZZ-GE) | 203 psi (14.3 kg/cm2 ) | ||
| Corolla | 218 psi (15.3 kg/cm2 ) | ||
| ECHO | 213 psi (15.0 kg/cm2 ) | ||
| RAV4, Tacoma & 4Runner | 178 psi (12.5 kg/cm2 ) | ||
| Minimum Compression Pressure | |||
| Camry | |||
| CNG Models | 202 psi (14.2 kg/cm2 ) | ||
| Gasoline Models | 142 psi (10.0 kg/cm2 ) | ||
| Camry Solara | 142 psi (10.0 kg/cm2 ) | ||
| Celica | |||
| 1.8L (1ZZ-FE) & 1.8L (2ZZ-GE) | 145 psi (10.2 kg/cm2 ) | ||
| Corolla | 145 psi (10.2 kg/cm2 ) | ||
| ECHO | 156 psi (11.0 kg/cm2 ) | ||
| RAV4, Tacoma & 4Runner | 128 psi (9.0 kg/cm2 ) | ||
| Maximum Variation Between Cylinders | |||
| Camry & Camry Solara | 14 psi (1.0 kg/cm2 ) | ||
| Celica | |||
| 1.8L (1ZZ-FE) | 14 psi (1.0 kg/cm2 ) | ||
| 1.8L (2ZZ-GE) | 16 psi (1.1 kg/cm2 ) | ||
| Corolla, ECHO, RAV4, Tacoma & 4Runner | 14 psi (1.0 kg/cm2 ) | ||
Factory Service Tools
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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