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
All other modifications
6.2 lbf⋅ft6.2 lbf⋅ft8.4 N⋅m
expand_moreDifferential
Rear axle differential oil control screws
28.76 lbf⋅ft28.76 lbf⋅ft39 N⋅m
Rear axle differential oil filler screws
28.76 lbf⋅ft28.76 lbf⋅ft39 N⋅m
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expand_moreTorque converter
2.0 VVT-i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 143 HP engine (2012.12–)
30.24 lbf⋅ft30.24 lbf⋅ft41 N⋅m
expand_moreGearbox lubrication
Distributor gearbox oil control screws
28.76 lbf⋅ft28.76 lbf⋅ft39 N⋅m
Distributor gearbox oil drain plug
28.76 lbf⋅ft28.76 lbf⋅ft39 N⋅m
expand_moreGearbox oil drain plug
Automatic gearbox
7.08 lbf⋅in7.08 lbf⋅in0.8 N⋅m
Otherwise
28.76 lbf⋅ft28.76 lbf⋅ft39 N⋅m
Gearbox oil filter cover
5.53 lbf⋅ft5.53 lbf⋅ft7.5 N⋅m
Oil control plug
28.76 lbf⋅ft28.76 lbf⋅ft39 N⋅m
expand_moreGearbox mounting
expand_moreOn gearbox case
Gearbox support
10.33 lbf⋅ft10.33 lbf⋅ft14 N⋅m
Gearbox mounting
47.2 lbf⋅ft47.2 lbf⋅ft64 N⋅m
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Transfer box bracket
33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Transfer box onto transmission flange connection
49.42 lbf⋅ft49.42 lbf⋅ft67 N⋅m
Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2013 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 2013 Toyota RAV4 SUV you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.
2013 Toyota RAV4 SUV generations
In 2013 Toyota offered 2 generations of the RAV4 SUV. Transmission fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.