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HOMESERVICE MANUALSTOYOTA2006RAV4 4WD L4-2.4L (2AZ-FE)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISMAINTENANCEFLUIDSENGINE OILTESTING AND INSPECTION
2006 Toyota RAV4 4WD L4-2.4L (2AZ-FE)
Engine Oil: Testing and Inspection
2006 Toyota RAV4 4WD L4-2.4L (2AZ-FE)SECTION Testing and Inspection
LUBRICATION SYSTEM
ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION
1. CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL
a. Warm up the engine, stop the engine and wait for 5 minutes.
b. Check that the engine oil level is between the L and F marks of the oil dipstick. If low, check for leakage and add oil up to the F mark.
NOTICE: Do not add engine oil above the F mark.
2. CHECK ENGINE OIL QUALITY
a. Check the oil for deterioration, water intrusion, discoloration or thinning. If the quality is visibly poor, replace the oil. Oil grade: Use API grade SL "Energy-Conserving" or ILSAC multigrade engine oil. SAE 5W-20 and SAE 0W-20 engine oil may be used. However, SAE 0W-20 is the best choice for good fuel economy and good starting in cold weather.
3. CHECK OIL PRESSURE
a. Disconnect the oil pressure switch connector.
b. Using a 24 mm deep socket wrench, remove the oil pressure switch.
c. Install the oil pressure gauge.
d. Warm up the engine.
e. Measure the oil pressure.
f. Apply adhesive to 2 or 3 threads of the oil pressure switch.
Adhesive: TOYOTA Genuine Adhesive 1344, Three Bond 1344 or Equivalent
g. Using a 24 mm deep socket wrench, install the oil pressure switch.
Torque: 15 Nm (153 kgf-cm, 11 ft. lbs.)
NOTICE: Do not start the engine within 1 hour of installation.
h. Connect the oil pressure switch connector.
i. Check for engine oil leakage.
ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION
1. CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL
a. Warm up the engine, stop the engine and wait for 5 minutes.
b. Check that the engine oil level is between the L and F marks of the oil dipstick. If low, check for leakage and add oil up to the F mark.
NOTICE: Do not add engine oil above the F mark.
2. CHECK ENGINE OIL QUALITY
a. Check the oil for deterioration, water intrusion, discoloration or thinning. If the quality is visibly poor, replace the oil. Oil grade: Use API grade SL "Energy-Conserving" or ILSAC multigrade engine oil. SAE 5W-20 and SAE 0W-20 engine oil may be used. However, SAE 0W-20 is the best choice for good fuel economy and good starting in cold weather.
3. CHECK OIL PRESSURE
a. Disconnect the oil pressure switch connector.
b. Using a 24 mm deep socket wrench, remove the oil pressure switch.
c. Install the oil pressure gauge.
d. Warm up the engine.
Standard Oil Pressure:
e. Measure the oil pressure.
f. Apply adhesive to 2 or 3 threads of the oil pressure switch.
Adhesive: TOYOTA Genuine Adhesive 1344, Three Bond 1344 or Equivalent
g. Using a 24 mm deep socket wrench, install the oil pressure switch.
Torque: 15 Nm (153 kgf-cm, 11 ft. lbs.)
NOTICE: Do not start the engine within 1 hour of installation.
h. Connect the oil pressure switch connector.
i. Check for engine oil leakage.
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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.