2.0 VVT-i 4WD with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 149 HP engine (2012.12–)
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
2.0 VVT-i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 143 HP engine (2012.12–)
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
2.5 VVT-i 4WD with gasoline straight-4 2.5 L 177 HP engine (2012.12–)
4.79 lbf⋅ft4.79 lbf⋅ft6.5 N⋅m
All other modifications
6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Exhaust gas temperature sensor
22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
expand_moreGlow plugs
expand_more2.0 D4-D with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 122 HP at 3600 RPM, 300 N⋅m at 1800 RPM engine (2012.12–)
Central nuts
2.21 lbf⋅ft2.21 lbf⋅ft3 N⋅m
Other
9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m
2.2 D4-D 4WD with diesel straight-4 2.2 L 148 HP at 3600 RPM, 400 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2012.12–)
8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
2.2 D4-D 4WD with diesel straight-4 2.2 L 148 HP, 340 N⋅m at 3200 RPM engine (2012.12–)
8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
Knock sensor
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
expand_moreLambda sensor
2.0 VVT-i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 143 HP engine (2012.12–)
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
All other modifications
32.45 lbf⋅ft32.45 lbf⋅ft44 N⋅m
expand_moreEngine mounting
Engine mounting
70.81 lbf⋅ft70.81 lbf⋅ft96 N⋅m
Extension for subframe
70.81 lbf⋅ft70.81 lbf⋅ft96 N⋅m
Subframe
101.05 lbf⋅ft101.05 lbf⋅ft137 N⋅m
Subframe stiffening plate
70.81 lbf⋅ft70.81 lbf⋅ft96 N⋅m
expand_moreExhaust system
expand_moreCatalytic converter
2.0 VVT-i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 143 HP engine (2012.12–)
31.72 lbf⋅ft31.72 lbf⋅ft43 N⋅m
expand_more2.2 D4-D 4WD with diesel straight-4 2.2 L 148 HP at 3600 RPM, 400 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2012.12–)
At the turbocharger
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
2.5 VVT-i 4WD with gasoline straight-4 2.5 L 177 HP engine (2012.12–)
31.72 lbf⋅ft31.72 lbf⋅ft43 N⋅m
expand_moreCatalytic converter bracket
2.5 VVT-i 4WD with gasoline straight-4 2.5 L 177 HP engine (2012.12–)
31.72 lbf⋅ft31.72 lbf⋅ft43 N⋅m
expand_moreDiesel particulate filter
At the turbocharger
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Differential pressure sensor lines
22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
expand_moreExhaust manifold
2.0 VVT-i 4WD with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 149 HP engine (2012.12–)
15.49 lbf⋅ft15.49 lbf⋅ft21 N⋅m
2.0 VVT-i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 143 HP engine (2012.12–)
15.49–19.18 lbf⋅ft15.49–19.18 lbf⋅ft21–26 N⋅m
2.5 VVT-i 4WD with gasoline straight-4 2.5 L 177 HP engine (2012.12–)
25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
All other modifications
34.67 lbf⋅ft34.67 lbf⋅ft47 N⋅m
Exhaust manifold heat shields
8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
expand_moreExhaust pipe
expand_more2.0 D4-D with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 122 HP at 3600 RPM, 300 N⋅m at 1800 RPM engine (2012.12–)
On particle filter
31.72 lbf⋅ft31.72 lbf⋅ft43 N⋅m
expand_more2.5 VVT-i 4WD with gasoline straight-4 2.5 L 177 HP engine (2012.12–)
On exhaust manifold
31.72 lbf⋅ft31.72 lbf⋅ft43 N⋅m
All other modifications
31.72 lbf⋅ft31.72 lbf⋅ft43 N⋅m
Exhaust pipe rear
31.72 lbf⋅ft31.72 lbf⋅ft43 N⋅m
expand_moreParticle filter bracket
Bottom
41.3 lbf⋅ft41.3 lbf⋅ft56 N⋅m
Particulate filter heat protection plate
20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m
expand_moreIgnition system
expand_moreSpark plugs
2.0 VVT-i 4WD with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 149 HP engine (2012.12–)
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
2.0 VVT-i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 143 HP engine (2012.12–)
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
2.5 VVT-i 4WD with gasoline straight-4 2.5 L 177 HP engine (2012.12–)
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
expand_moreStart system
expand_moreStarter
2.0 VVT-i 4WD with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 149 HP engine (2012.12–)
27.29 lbf⋅ft27.29 lbf⋅ft37 N⋅m
2.0 VVT-i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 143 HP engine (2012.12–)
27.29 lbf⋅ft27.29 lbf⋅ft37 N⋅m
2.5 VVT-i 4WD with gasoline straight-4 2.5 L 177 HP engine (2012.12–)
27.29 lbf⋅ft27.29 lbf⋅ft37 N⋅m
All other modifications
47.2 lbf⋅ft47.2 lbf⋅ft64 N⋅m
Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2012 Toyota RAV4 SUV user's manual. Keep in mind that all information here is provided “as is” without any warranty of any kind.
Before doing any DIY service please check your insurance policy and Toyota warranty policy for your region. In some regions DIY service may invalidate your warranty.
DIY car service is not as difficult as it looks like and it might save you thousands of dollars per year. It might be even fun and a good thing to do with your kids on a weekend to teach them how basic machinery works. It's really hard to screw something up and damage your car permanently if you use right tools, follow Toyota RAV4 SUV service manual and use right parts and fluids in prescribed amounts. Even modern cars stuffed with electronics can be serviced in your garage or even in your driveway. Changing engine oil, brake fluid, ATF, replacing brake pads, and etc. It's all may be done by yourself in a mater of a couple of hours.
Doing basic service for your 2012 Toyota RAV4 SUV you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.
2012 Toyota RAV4 SUV generations
In 2012 Toyota offered 2 generations of the RAV4 SUV. Engine fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.
