expand_more2.4 VVTi 4WD with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 168 HP engine (2005.11–)
First stage
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_more3.5 VVTi 4WD with gasoline V6 3.5 L 270 HP engine (2005.11–)
First stage
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreCrankshaft central screws
2.4 VVTi 4WD with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 168 HP engine (2005.11–)
132.76 lbf⋅ft132.76 lbf⋅ft180 N⋅m
2.4 VVTi with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 168 HP engine (2005.11–)
132.76 lbf⋅ft132.76 lbf⋅ft180 N⋅m
3.5 VVTi 4WD with gasoline V6 3.5 L 270 HP engine (2005.11–)
184.39 lbf⋅ft184.39 lbf⋅ft250 N⋅m
All other modifications
140.14 lbf⋅ft140.14 lbf⋅ft190 N⋅m
expand_moreDrive plate
All other modifications
72.28 lbf⋅ft72.28 lbf⋅ft98 N⋅m
Replace screws.
expand_moreFlywheel
All other modifications
52.37 lbf⋅ft52.37 lbf⋅ft71 N⋅m
Use screw-locking compound.
expand_moreMain bearing
expand_more3.5 VVTi 4WD with gasoline V6 3.5 L 270 HP engine (2005.11–)
First stage
44.99 lbf⋅ft44.99 lbf⋅ft61 N⋅m
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Tighten from inside to outside.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreEngine control
expand_moreCamshaft timing chain guide rail
3.5 VVTi 4WD with gasoline V6 3.5 L 270 HP engine (2005.11–)
16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Camshaft timing chain slip rail
15.49 lbf⋅ft15.49 lbf⋅ft21 N⋅m
expand_moreCamshaft timing chain tensioning rail
All other modifications
8.11 lbf⋅ft8.11 lbf⋅ft11 N⋅m
expand_moreCamshaft timing gear
3.5 VVTi 4WD with gasoline V6 3.5 L 270 HP engine (2005.11–)
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
All other modifications
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
expand_moreChain tensioner
3.5 VVTi 4WD with gasoline V6 3.5 L 270 HP engine (2005.11–)
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All other modifications
6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
expand_moreInlet camshaft wheel
Central screws
39.83 lbf⋅ft39.83 lbf⋅ft54 N⋅m
expand_moreOutlet camshaft wheel
3.5 VVTi 4WD with gasoline V6 3.5 L 270 HP engine (2005.11–)
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
All other modifications
39.83 lbf⋅ft39.83 lbf⋅ft54 N⋅m
expand_moreTiming case cover
expand_moreAll other modifications
Outside
16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Top
15.49 lbf⋅ft15.49 lbf⋅ft21 N⋅m
expand_moreEngine lubrication
Oil cooler
8.11 lbf⋅ft8.11 lbf⋅ft11 N⋅m
expand_moreOil drain plug
2.4 VVTi 4WD with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 168 HP engine (2005.11–)
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
2.4 VVTi with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 168 HP engine (2005.11–)
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
3.5 VVTi 4WD with gasoline V6 3.5 L 270 HP engine (2005.11–)
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.
All other modifications
28.03 lbf⋅ft28.03 lbf⋅ft38 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.
expand_moreOil filter housing
expand_more3.5 VVTi 4WD with gasoline V6 3.5 L 270 HP engine (2005.11–)
Oil filter cover
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.
Oil filter drain plug
9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.
expand_moreAll other modifications
Oil filter cover
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.
Oil filter drain plug
8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.
On the engine block
6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.
expand_moreOil sump
2.4 VVTi 4WD with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 168 HP engine (2005.11–)
6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
2.4 VVTi with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 168 HP engine (2005.11–)
6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
All other modifications
8.11 lbf⋅ft8.11 lbf⋅ft11 N⋅m
expand_moreEngine management
Camshaft sensor
6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Crankshaft sensor
6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Glow plugs
8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
Knock sensor
15.49 lbf⋅ft15.49 lbf⋅ft21 N⋅m
Lambda sensor
32.45 lbf⋅ft32.45 lbf⋅ft44 N⋅m
expand_moreEngine mounting
expand_moreEngine bracket
On the engine block
40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m
expand_moreEngine mounting
Bottom
106.95 lbf⋅ft106.95 lbf⋅ft145 N⋅m
Top
70.07 lbf⋅ft70.07 lbf⋅ft95 N⋅m
Subframe
106.95 lbf⋅ft106.95 lbf⋅ft145 N⋅m
Subframe stiffening plate
68.59 lbf⋅ft68.59 lbf⋅ft93 N⋅m
Torque arm
70.07 lbf⋅ft70.07 lbf⋅ft95 N⋅m
expand_moreExhaust system
expand_moreCatalytic converter
At the turbocharger
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
expand_moreExhaust manifold
2.4 VVTi 4WD with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 168 HP engine (2005.11–)
27.29 lbf⋅ft27.29 lbf⋅ft37 N⋅m
2.4 VVTi with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 168 HP engine (2005.11–)
27.29 lbf⋅ft27.29 lbf⋅ft37 N⋅m
3.5 VVTi 4WD with gasoline V6 3.5 L 270 HP engine (2005.11–)
15.49 lbf⋅ft15.49 lbf⋅ft21 N⋅m
All other modifications
34.67 lbf⋅ft34.67 lbf⋅ft47 N⋅m
Exhaust pipe
31.72 lbf⋅ft31.72 lbf⋅ft43 N⋅m
expand_moreIgnition system
expand_moreSpark plugs
2.4 VVTi 4WD with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 168 HP engine (2005.11–)
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
2.4 VVTi with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 168 HP engine (2005.11–)
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
3.5 VVTi 4WD with gasoline V6 3.5 L 270 HP engine (2005.11–)
13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
All other modifications
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
expand_moreStart system
expand_moreStarter
All other modifications
27.29 lbf⋅ft27.29 lbf⋅ft37 N⋅m
Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2005 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 2005 Toyota RAV4 SUV you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.
2005 Toyota RAV4 SUV generations
In 2005 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.
