Engine & identification
Vehicle identification
| No. of cylinders Type | 4/DOHC |
|---|---|
| Capacity (Fiscal) cc | 1998 |
| Compression ratio :1 | 9,8 |
| Suitable for unleaded petrol | Yes |
| Minimum octane rating RON | 91 |
| Ignition system Type | ESA |
| Ignition system Description | Map-i 96-=Map-DIS |
| Trigger location | Distributor 96-= Cam/Crankshaft |
| Fuel system Make | Toyota |
| Fuel system Type | TCCS |
| Fuel system Description | MFI-i |
| Air metering Type | MAP |
| Combined ignition and fuel ECM | Yes |
| Diagnostic socket | Yes |
Ignition system
| Ignition coil Make | Nippon Denso |
|---|---|
| Ignition coil supply voltage + with ballast V | 12,0 |
| Primary resistance Ohm | 0,36-0,55 |
| Secondary resistance Ohm | 9000-15400 |
| Distributor (ECM) Make | Toyota |
| Contact breaker gap/trigger air gap mm | 0,2-0,4 |
Firing order
The firing order for the Toyota RAV4 2.0 (1996–2000) is 1-3-4-2.
| Firing order | 1-3-4-2 |
|---|
Valve clearances
Valve clearances for the Toyota RAV4 2.0 (1996–2000) are 0,19-0,29 mm inlet and 0,28-0,38 mm exhaust, measured cold.
| Valve clearance - INLET mm | 0,19-0,29 cold |
|---|---|
| Valve clearance - EXHAUST mm | 0,28-0,38 cold |
Engine oil & fluids
Engine oil
The Toyota RAV4 2.0 (1996–2000) takes 3.9 litres of engine oil with the filter.
See the reference table for the complete engine oil entries and their conditions.
Manual gearbox
The manual gearbox has a listed capacity of 5.0 litres. The specified oil is SAE 75W-90, with classification GL-5.
Coolant
The listed total cooling-system capacity is 7.0 litres.
Grades, filling conditions and capacities
| Engine oil options | |
|---|---|
| Ambient temperature range | -29°C➞10°C |
| Engine oil grade SAE | 5W-30 |
| Engine oil classification API/ACEA | SJ/A1, A3 |
| Ambient temperature range | -18°C➞38°C |
| Engine oil grade SAE | 10W-30 |
| Engine oil classification API/ACEA | SJ/A1, A3 |
| Ambient temperature range | -12°C➞38°C |
| Engine oil grade SAE | 15W-40 |
| Engine oil classification API/ACEA | SJ/A2 |
| Ambient temperature range | -12°C➞38°C |
| Engine oil grade SAE | 20W-50 |
| Engine oil classification API/ACEA | SJ/A2 |
| Engine with filter(s) litres | 3.9 |
| Other lubricants and capacities | |
| Manual transmission oil grade SAE | 75W-90 |
| Manual transmission oil classification | GL-5 |
| Manual transmission litres | 5.0 |
| Automatic transmission fluid Type | ATF-T |
| Automatic transmission (drain & refill) litres | 3.3 |
| Automatic transmission (dry fill) litres | 7.0 |
| Differential oil grade - rear SAE | 80W-90 |
| Differential rear litres | 0.9 |
| Cooling system - total capacity litres | 7.0 |
| Brake fluid Type | DOT 3 |
| Power steering fluid Type | Dexron II |
| Power steering fluid litres | 0.7 |
Brakes & wear limits
Brake disc thickness
Brake discs on the Toyota RAV4 2.0 (1996–2000) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 16 mm (ventilated) front; the rear brake drums are replaced at a maximum diameter of 230,6 mm.
| Minimum disc thickness for replacement - ventilated Front | 16 mm |
|---|---|
| Maximum drum diameter for replacement Rear | 230,6 mm |
Brake disc and drum dimensions
| Disc runout Front | 0,05 mm |
|---|---|
| Minimum pad thickness Front | 1 mm |
| Minimum shoe thickness Rear | 1 mm |
| Parking brake travel No. of notches | 5-8 |
Service & electrical
Ignition timing
Basic ignition timing for the Toyota RAV4 2.0 (1996–2000) is 10° BTDC at 700 rpm.
| Ignition timing | |
|---|---|
| Ignition timing - basic BTDC °Engine/rpm | 10/700 |
Battery
The Toyota RAV4 2.0 (1996–2000) uses a 12 V, 60 Ah battery (reserve capacity 90 minutes).
| Battery V/RC(Ah) | 12/90 (60) |
|---|
Spark plugs
The Toyota RAV4 2.0 (1996–2000) uses NGK BKR6EYA-11 spark plugs with a 1,1 mm electrode gap.
| Spark plugs Original equipment | NGK |
|---|---|
| Spark plug Type | BKR6EYA-11 |
| Electrode gap mm | 1,1 |
| Spark plugs Make | Bosch |
| Spark plug Type | FR7KCX |
| Electrode gap mm | 1,1 |
| Spark plugs Make | Champion |
| Spark plug Type | RC7YCC4 |
| Electrode gap mm | 1,1 |
| Spark plugs Make | NGK |
| Spark plug Type | BKR6EYA-11 |
| Electrode gap mm | 1,1 |
Tuning and emissions
| Tuning conditions | — |
|---|---|
| View more information | — |
| Ignition timing | |
| Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm | ECM Controlled |
| Idle speed rpm | 700±50 |
| Oil temperature °C | 80 |
| CO level at idle speed - tailpipe Vol. % CO | 0,5 Max Not adjustable |
| HC level at idle speed ppm | 100 |
| CO2 level at idle speed Vol. % CO2 | 14,5-16 |
| O2 level at idle speed Vol. % O2 | 0,1-0,5 |
| Increased idle speed for CO test rpm | 2400-2600 |
| CO content at increased idle speed Vol. % | 0,3 |
| Lambda at increased idle λ | 0,98-1,02 |
Starting and charging
| Starter motor Make | Denso |
|---|---|
| Starter motor Type | 1,2 kW |
| Maximum cranking amps A | 162-198 |
| Alternator Make | Nippon Denso |
| Alternator Type | 80A |
| Alternator output A/V/rpm | 80/14/2000 |
| Voltage regulator Type | IC |
| Regulated voltage V | 13,9-15,1 |
Service checks and adjustments
| Compression pressure bar | 10,0-12,5 |
|---|---|
| Oil pressure bar/rpm | 2,5-5,0/3000 |
Fuel system
| System pressure bar | 2,7-3,1 |
|---|---|
| Regulated pressure with vacuum bar | 2,1-2,6 |
| Engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor Ohm/°C | 200-400/80 |
| Crankshaft position (CKP) sensor/engine speed (RPM) sensor Ohm | — |
| TDC/RPM sensors | |
| Injector Ohm | 13,4-14,2 |
| Idle air control (IAC) valve/idle speed control (ISC) actuator Ohm | 19,3-22,3 |
| Lambda sensor (Oxygen) heater Ohm | 5,1-6,3 |
Tightening torques
Cylinder head bolt torque
The cylinder head bolts on the Toyota RAV4 2.0 (1996–2000) are tightened in 3 stages: 25 Nm, then 49 Nm, then a final 90°.
| Cylinder head | |
|---|---|
| Renew bolts | No |
| Tighten | 25 Nm |
| Tighten | 49 Nm |
| Tighten | 90° |
| Cylinder head instructions | — |
|---|---|
| Other engine tightening torques | |
| Main bearings Renew bolts/nuts | No |
| Main bearings Stage 1 | 30 Nm |
| Main bearings Stage 2 | 59 Nm |
| Big end bearings Renew bolts/nuts | No |
| Big end bearings Stage 1 | 25 Nm |
| Big end bearings Stage 2 | 90° |
| Oil pump to cylinder block | 9 Nm |
| Sump bolts | 5 Nm |
| Sump drain bolt | 37 Nm |
| Flywheel/driveplate | 88 Nm/83 Nm |
| Clutch pressure plate | 19 Nm |
| Crankshaft pulley/damper centre bolt | 108 Nm |
| Camshaft sprocket/gear | 54 Nm |
| Camshaft carrier/cap | 19 Nm |
| Camshaft/rocker cover | 23 Nm |
| Inlet manifold to cylinder head | 19 Nm |
| Exhaust manifold to cylinder head | 49 Nm |
| Spark plugs | 18 Nm |
| Lambda sensor (Oxygen) | 44 Nm |
| Knock sensor (KS) | 20 Nm |
| Chassis tightening torques | |
| Front hub | 216 Nm |
| Rear hub | 206 Nm |
| Steering track rod end | 49 Nm |
| Brake caliper to carrier Front | 26 Nm |
| Brake caliper/carrier to hub Front | 103 Nm |
| Back plate to hub Rear | 80 Nm |
| ABS sensor Front | 8 Nm |
| ABS sensor Rear | 8 Nm |
| Road wheels | 103 Nm |
Air conditioning
| No. of AC service connectors | 2 |
|---|---|
| Air conditioning restrictor type | Expansion valve |
| Compressor clutch/magnetic coupling | Yes |
| Compressor variable displacement solenoid | No |
| Air conditioning refrigerant Type | R134a |
| Air conditioning refrigerant quantity grams | 700±50 |
| Air conditioning oil group | PAG |
| Air conditioning oil Type | Dens Oil 8 |
| Air conditioning oil quantity cm³ | — |
| Oil type | |
| Air conditioning oil viscosity ISO | 46 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the firing order of the Toyota RAV4 2.0?
The firing order for the Toyota RAV4 2.0 (1996–2000) is 1-3-4-2.
What spark plugs does the Toyota RAV4 2.0 use?
The Toyota RAV4 2.0 (1996–2000) uses NGK BKR6EYA-11 spark plugs with a 1,1 mm electrode gap.
How much oil does the Toyota RAV4 2.0 take?
The Toyota RAV4 2.0 (1996–2000) takes 3.9 litres of engine oil with the filter. See the reference table for the complete engine oil entries and their conditions.
What are the valve clearances for the Toyota RAV4 2.0?
Valve clearances for the Toyota RAV4 2.0 (1996–2000) are 0,19-0,29 mm inlet and 0,28-0,38 mm exhaust, measured cold.
What is the cylinder head torque for the Toyota RAV4 2.0?
The cylinder head bolts on the Toyota RAV4 2.0 (1996–2000) are tightened in 3 stages: 25 Nm, then 49 Nm, then a final 90°.
What is the ignition timing for the Toyota RAV4 2.0?
Basic ignition timing for the Toyota RAV4 2.0 (1996–2000) is 10° BTDC at 700 rpm.