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.
2012 Toyota RAV4 EVFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | Electric | N/A | N/A | POE ND-11 | See Underhood Decal. | S | |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | EV | 1.26 QTS. | 1.19 L | MOBIL DEXRON VI | The capacity is a reference quantity. Using transmission fluid other than MOBIL DEXRON VI may cause deterioration in transmission performance, durability, and ultimately damage the transmission of your vehicle. | S | |
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | SAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3 | S | |||
| Engine Coolant | EV | Heater Coolant | 1.60 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 | DO NOT use plain water alone. | S |
| Engine Coolant | EV | Motor Electric Coolant | 6.10 QTS. | 5.77 L | Zerex G 48 or Glysantin G 48 | The dilution ratio for both Zerex G 48 and Glysantin G 48 is 50/50 coolant and deionized water. | S |
| Engine Coolant | EV | Traction Battery Coolant | 8.20 QTS. | 7.76 L | Zerex G 48 or Glysantin G 48 | The dilution ratio for both Zerex G 48 and Glysantin G 48 is 50/50 coolant and deionized water. | S |
| Fuel Tank | 15.90 GALS. | 60.18 L | S | ||||
| Transfer Case Fluid | 0.48 QTS. | 0.45 L | Hypiod Gear Oil API - GL-5 SAE 90 (Above 0Deg.F -18Deg.C), SAE 80W or 80W-90 (Below 0Deg.F -18Deg.C) | S | |||
| Windshield Washer Fluid | N/A | N/A | Washer Fluid | In cold areas where temperatures range below the freezing point, use washer fluid containing antifreeze. | S | ||
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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