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.
2019 Toyota RAV4 XLE, FWDFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Refrigerant | w/R-1234yf | 1.20 LBS. | 0.54 KG | HFO-1234yf (R-1234yf) | Approximate capacity. | S | |
| Air Cond Refrigerant | w/R-134a | 1.20 LBS. | 0.54 KG | HFC-134a (R-134a) | Approximate capacity. | S | |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | Gas | 7.80 QTS. | 7.38 L | TOYOTA Genuine Automatic Transmission Fluid Type WS | 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. | S | |
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | SAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3 SAE J1704 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 4 | S | |||
| Engine Coolant | Gas | w/Engine Oil Cooler | 7.40 QTS. | 7 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 | Gas | w/o Engine Oil Cooler | 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 | DO NOT use plain water alone. | S |
| Engine Oil | Drain and Refill,w/Filter | 4.80 QTS. | 4.54 L | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. API- SN/RC SAE 0W-16 or equivalent ILSAC multigrade oil | 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. | S | |
| Engine Oil | Drain and Refill,w/o Filter | 4.40 QTS. | 4.16 L | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. API- SN/RC SAE 0W-16 or equivalent ILSAC multigrade oil | 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. | S | |
| Fuel Tank | 14.50 GALS. | 54.88 L | 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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