Toyota RAV4 > Tune-up and routine maintenance > Rear differential lubricant change (AWD models)

Rear differential lubricant change (AWD models)

1. Raise the rear of the vehicle and support it securely on jack stands. Remove the check/ fill plug from the front face of the differential.

2. Remove the drain plug and drain the lubricant (see illustration).

i. 2 Location of the rear differential drain plug on 4WD models

Toyota RAV4 Tune-up and routine maintenance | Rear differential lubricant change (AWD models) Location of the rear differential drain plug on 4WD models

3. Reinstall the drain plug and tighten it to the torque listed in this Chapter’s Specifications.

4. Add new lubricant until it is even with the lower edge of the filler hole. See Recommended lubricants and fluids for the specified lubricant type. Install the plug and tighten it to the torque listed in this Chapter’s Specifications.

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