Toyota RAV4 (XA40) 2013-2018 Owners Manual: Maintenance and care

Assist grips

An assist grip installed on the ceiling can be used to support your body while sitting on the seat. Caution Assist grip Do not use the assist grip when getting in or out of the vehicle or r ...

Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior

Perform the following to protect the vehicle and maintain it in prime condition: Working from top to bottom, liberally apply water to the vehicle body, wheel wells and underside of the vehicle ...

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General maintenance (2005/11-2006/01)
General notes Maintenance requirements vary depending on the country. Check the maintenance schedule in the owner's manual supplement. Following the maintenance schedule is mandatory. Determine the appropriate time to service the vehicle using either miles driven or time elapsed ...

Replacement
Replace timing chain cover oil seal Hint: There are 2 methods to replace the oil seal. If the timing chain cover is removed from the cylinder block: Using a screwdriver and hammer, tap out the oil seal. Apply multi-purpose grease to the lip of a new oil seal. Notice: ...

Disassembly (2005/11-2006/01)
Remove front axle inboard joint boot no. 2 Clamp lh One touch type: Using a screwdriver, remove the no. 2 Inboard joint boot clamp, as shown in the illustration. Claw engagement type: Using needle-nose pliers, remove the no. 2 Inboard joint boot clamp, as shown in t ...