2008 Toyota RAV4 SUV rear suspension fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreRear axle brake


Parking brake servomotor	6.27 lbf⋅ft6.27 lbf⋅ft8.5 N⋅m
Rear axle bleeder valve	6.12 lbf⋅ft6.12 lbf⋅ft8.3 N⋅m
Rear axle brake caliper	19.91 lbf⋅ft19.91 lbf⋅ft27 N⋅m
Rear axle brake caliper mounting support	64.91 lbf⋅ft64.91 lbf⋅ft88 N⋅m

expand_moreRear axle brake line


At the brake caliper	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m


Rear axle wheel speed sensor	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreRear axle suspension

expand_moreRear axle shock absorber


At the subframe	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
On rear axle	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m

expand_moreRear axle wheel suspension

expand_moreLower front transverse control arm


Lock nuts	41.3 lbf⋅ft41.3 lbf⋅ft56 N⋅m
On rear axle	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
On stub axle	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m

expand_moreLower rear transverse control arm


At the subframe	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Replace screws.
On stub axle	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreRear axle drive shaft


With automatic gearbox	159.31 lbf⋅ft159.31 lbf⋅ft216 N⋅m
Replace and caulk the nut.
With manual transmission	215.37 lbf⋅ft215.37 lbf⋅ft292 N⋅m
Replace and caulk the nut.

expand_moreRear axle longitudinal control arm


At the bearing pedestal	110.63 lbf⋅ft110.63 lbf⋅ft150 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
On stub axle	147.51 lbf⋅ft147.51 lbf⋅ft200 N⋅m
Replace screws.


Rear axle stabilizer mounting	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Rear axle stabilizer support at the axle control arm	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Rear axle stabilizer support at the stabilizer	54.58 lbf⋅ft54.58 lbf⋅ft74 N⋅m

expand_moreTrack control arm upper


At the subframe	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
On stub axle	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m

expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing

expand_moreOn stub axle


Wheel bearing unit	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m

expand_moreWheels and tires


Tire pressure sensors	2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m
Wheel attachment	75.97 lbf⋅ft75.97 lbf⋅ft103 N⋅m

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2008 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.

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2008 Toyota RAV4 SUV generations

In 2008 Toyota offered 2 generations of the RAV4 SUV. Rear suspension fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.

Third generation first facelift

ACA3#, ALA3#, GSA33, ZSA3#

2008 Toyota RAV4 SUV Third generation Rear Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications

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2008 Toyota RAV4 SUV generations

Third generation first facelift

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