Toyota2015–2019Technical specifications

RAV4 2.5 Hybrid Synergy Drive: Technical specifications

Workshop data for the 2.5-litre petrol (engine code 2AR-FXE). Covers engine, fluids, brakes, service, torques and air conditioning: the figures to check before a job or a parts order.

Common faults & fixes

Summary

Match the engine code (2AR-FXE) to the vehicle before ordering parts or applying these figures.

Vehicle specifications

Overview

Make: Toyota
Model: RAV4
Years: 2015–2019
Fuel: Petrol
Engine code: 2AR-FXE

Performance & efficiency

Power: 114 kW (155 hp)
Engine size: 2,494 cc
Cylinders: 4 · DOHC
Compression ratio: 12.5:1
Fuel system: Toyota

Fluids & capacities

Engine oil (with the filter): 4.4 litres

All 119 specifications below

Engine & identification

Vehicle identification

No. of cylinders Type	4/DOHC
Capacity (Fiscal) cc	2494
Compression ratio :1	12,5
Suitable for unleaded petrol	Yes
Minimum octane rating RON	95
Ignition system Make	Toyota
Ignition system Type	SFI
Ignition system Description	Map-DI
Trigger location	Cam/Crankshaft
Fuel system Make	Toyota
Fuel system Type	SFI
Fuel system Description	MFI-s
Air metering Type	Mass/MAP
Combined ignition and fuel ECM	Yes
Diagnostic socket	Yes

Ignition system

Ignition coil supply voltage + with ballast V	12,0

Valve clearances

Valve clearances on the Toyota RAV4 2.5 Hybrid Synergy Drive (2015–2019) are hydraulic — they self-adjust, so no manual clearance figure applies.

Valve clearance - INLET mm	Hydraulic
Valve clearance - EXHAUST mm	Hydraulic

Engine oil & fluids

Engine oil

The Toyota RAV4 2.5 Hybrid Synergy Drive (2015–2019) takes 4.4 litres of engine oil with the filter.

See the reference table for the complete engine oil entries and their conditions.

Coolant

See the reference table for the complete coolant entries and their conditions.

Grades, filling conditions and capacities

Lubricants and capacities — complete reference
Preferred engine oil
Ambient temperature range	All temperatures
Engine oil grade SAE	0W-20
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	SL
Engine oil options
Ambient temperature range	All temperatures
Engine oil grade SAE	5W-20, 5W-30
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	SL
Ambient temperature range	-18°C➞
Engine oil grade SAE	10W-30
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	SL
Ambient temperature range	-12°C➞
Engine oil grade SAE	15W-40
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	SL
Engine with filter(s) litres	4.4
Other lubricants and capacities
Automatic transmission fluid Type	ATF WS
Automatic transmission (drain & refill) litres	3.8
Do not drive vehicle in inspection mode as damage to the vehicle may occur.
Differential oil grade - rear SAE	Toyota Genuine ATF
Differential rear litres	1.8
Coolant Type	Super long life
Coolant Colour	Pink
Cooling system - total capacity litres	6.9
Repeat steps 7-8 four times.
Brake fluid Type	DOT 3/4

Brakes & wear limits

Brake disc thickness

Brake discs on the Toyota RAV4 2.5 Hybrid Synergy Drive (2015–2019) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 25 mm (ventilated) front and 10,5 mm rear.

Minimum disc thickness for replacement - ventilated Front	25 mm
Minimum disc thickness for replacement Rear	10,5 mm
Maximum drum diameter for replacement Rear	174 mm

Brake disc and drum dimensions

Disc runout Front	0,05 mm
Disc runout Rear	0,15 mm
Minimum pad thickness Front	1 mm
Minimum pad thickness Rear	1 mm
Minimum shoe thickness Rear	1 mm
Parking brake travel No. of notches	6-8

Service & electrical

Tuning and emissions

Ignition timing
Tuning conditions	—
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Ignition timing - basic BTDC °Engine/rpm	10±2/1000 Not adjustable
Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm	ECM Controlled
Idle speed rpm	1000±50 Not adjustable
Oil temperature °C	80
CO level at idle speed - tailpipe Vol. % CO	0,2 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	2500-3000
CO content at increased idle speed Vol. %	0,2
Lambda at increased idle λ	0,97-1,03

Service checks and adjustments

Compression pressure bar	8,0-11,0
Oil pressure bar/rpm	1,5 Min/1000
Radiator cap bar	1,00-1,23
Thermostat opens °C	78-82

Fuel system

System pressure bar	3,0-3,4

Spark plugs

Spark plugs Original equipment	Denso
Spark plug Type	FK16HR-A8
Electrode gap mm	0,7-0,8

Tightening torques

Cylinder head bolt torque

The cylinder head bolts on the Toyota RAV4 2.5 Hybrid Synergy Drive (2015–2019) are tightened in 4 stages: 36 Nm, then 36 Nm, then 90°, then a final 90°.

Cylinder head
Renew bolts	Yes
Tighten	36 Nm
Tighten	36 Nm
Tighten	90°
Tighten	90°

Other engine tightening torques
Cylinder head instructions	—
Main bearings Renew bolts/nuts	Yes
Main bearings Stage 1	1)20 Nm 2)40 Nm
Main bearings Stage 2	90°
Big end bearings Renew bolts/nuts	Yes
Big end bearings Stage 1	40 Nm
Big end bearings Stage 2	90°
Oil pump to cylinder block	40 Nm
Sump drain bolt	40 Nm
Flywheel/driveplate	130 Nm
Clutch pressure plate	30 Nm
Crankshaft pulley/damper bolts	260
Camshaft sprocket/gear	85 Nm
Camshaft carrier/cap	—
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Camshaft carrier/cap
Camshaft/rocker cover	12 Nm
Inlet manifold to cylinder head	28 Nm
Exhaust manifold to cylinder head	35 Nm
Exhaust downpipe to manifold	43 Nm
Water pump	10 Nm
Spark plugs	25 Nm
Fuel rail	21 Nm
Crankshaft position (CKP) sensor/engine speed (RPM) sensor	10 Nm
Camshaft position (CMP) sensor	10 Nm
Lambda sensor (Oxygen)	44 Nm
Knock sensor (KS)	20 Nm
Engine oil pressure switch	15 Nm
Oil filter	25 Nm
Chassis tightening torques
Front hub	292 Nm
Front hub - wheel bearing housing bolts	96 Nm
Rear hub	216 Nm
Rear hub - wheel bearing housing bolts	90 Nm
Steering wheel	50 Nm
Steering rack/box mounting	110 Nm
Steering rack/box fixing
Steering track rod end	49 Nm
Steering track rod end
Brake caliper to carrier Front	35 Nm
Brake caliper/carrier to hub Front	107 Nm
Brake caliper to carrier Rear	27 Nm
Brake caliper/carrier to hub Rear	88 Nm
ABS sensor Front	9 Nm
ABS sensor Rear	9 Nm
Road wheels	103 Nm

Air conditioning

Do not mix R134a with R1234yf.
No. of AC service connectors	2
Air conditioning restrictor type	Expansion valve
Compressor clutch/magnetic coupling	No
Compressor variable displacement solenoid	No
Air conditioning refrigerant Type	—
Air conditioning refrigerant quantity grams	—
Refrigerant quantity
Air conditioning oil group	POE
Air conditioning oil Type	Dens Oil 11
High voltage electric motor within compressor; correct oil must be used to reduce risk of electric shock.
Air conditioning oil quantity cm³	127±7
Air conditioning oil viscosity ISO	46

Frequently asked questions

How much oil does the Toyota RAV4 2.5 Hybrid Synergy Drive take?

The Toyota RAV4 2.5 Hybrid Synergy Drive (2015–2019) takes 4.4 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 2.5 Hybrid Synergy Drive?

Valve clearances on the Toyota RAV4 2.5 Hybrid Synergy Drive (2015–2019) are hydraulic — they self-adjust, so no manual clearance figure applies.

What is the cylinder head torque for the Toyota RAV4 2.5 Hybrid Synergy Drive?

The cylinder head bolts on the Toyota RAV4 2.5 Hybrid Synergy Drive (2015–2019) are tightened in 4 stages: 36 Nm, then 36 Nm, then 90°, then a final 90°.

What is the minimum brake disc thickness for the Toyota RAV4 2.5 Hybrid Synergy Drive?

Brake discs on the Toyota RAV4 2.5 Hybrid Synergy Drive (2015–2019) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 25 mm (ventilated) front and 10,5 mm rear.