first at 105000 km / 7 years, then every 15000 km / 1 years
Air filter change interval
every 60000 km / 4 years
Brake fluid change interval
every 30000 km / 2 years
expand_moreEngine timing belt change interval
2.0 D-4D 4WD with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 114 HP at 4000 RPM, 280 N⋅m engine (2001.9–2005.11)
every 105000 km / 7 years
expand_moreEngine timing belt test mode
2.0 D-4D 4WD with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 114 HP at 4000 RPM, 280 N⋅m engine (2001.9–2005.11)
not prescribed by the manufacturer
Engine coolant change interval
every 150000 km / 10 years
Engine oil and filter change interval
every 15000 km / once a year
expand_moreFuel filter change interval
2.0 D-4D 4WD with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 114 HP at 4000 RPM, 280 N⋅m engine (2001.9–2005.11)
every 60000 km / 4 years
Rear axle differential oil change interval
every 30000 km / 2 years
expand_moreSet the valve play
2.0 D-4D 4WD with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 114 HP at 4000 RPM, 280 N⋅m engine (2001.9–2005.11)
every 45000 / 3 years
expand_moreSpark plug change interval
expand_moreWith iridium spark plugs
With platinum spark plugs
every 90000 km / 6 years
Otherwise
every 60000 km / 4 years
Transfer case oil change interval
every 30000 km / 2 years
expand_moreValve play test mode
2.0 D-4D 4WD with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 114 HP at 4000 RPM, 280 N⋅m engine (2001.9–2005.11)
every 45000 km / 3 years
To save your time and money and be safe on the road service your car as prescribed in Toyota RAV4 SUV service schedule. Regular service will extend your car live and will save you money in long term.
Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2002 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 2002 Toyota RAV4 SUV you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.