Engine & identification
Vehicle identification
| No. of cylinders Type | 4/DOHC |
|---|---|
| Capacity cc | 1995 |
| Compression ratio :1 | 16,5 |
Injection system
| Air metering Type | Mass |
|---|---|
| Pump type | Common rail |
| Fuel main pump delivery pressure bar | 4,5-7,0 |
| Engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor Ohm/°C | 2758-2866 |
| Intake air temperature (IAT) sensor Ohm/°C | 2673-2955 |
Injection sequence
The injection sequence for the Toyota RAV4 2.0 D-4D (2015–2018) is 1-3-4-2.
| Injection sequence | 1-3-4-2 |
|---|
Valve clearances
Valve clearances on the Toyota RAV4 2.0 D-4D (2015–2018) 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 2.0 D-4D (2015–2018) takes 5.2 litres of engine oil with the filter. The specified engine oil grade is SAE 5W-30 for all ambient temperatures, with API/ACEA classification SN/C3.
Manual gearbox
The manual gearbox has a listed capacity of 2.1 litres. The specified oil is SAE 75W, with classification GL-4.
Coolant
The listed total cooling-system capacity is 7.0 litres.
See the reference table for the complete coolant entries and their conditions.
Grades, filling conditions and capacities
| Engine oil options | |
|---|---|
| Ambient temperature range | All temperatures |
| Engine oil grade SAE | 5W-30 |
| Engine oil classification API/ACEA | SN/C3 |
| Engine with filter(s) litres | 5.2 |
| Other lubricants and capacities | |
| Manual transmission oil grade SAE | 75W |
| Manual transmission oil classification | GL-4 |
| Manual transmission litres | 2.1 |
| Differential oil grade - rear SAE | 75W-85 |
| Differential oil classification - rear | GL-5 |
| Differential rear litres | 0.5 |
| Coolant Type | Super long life |
| Cooling system - total capacity litres | 7.0 |
| Brake fluid Type | DOT 4 |
| Clutch fluid Type | DOT 4 |
Brakes & wear limits
Brake disc thickness
Brake discs on the Toyota RAV4 2.0 D-4D (2015–2018) 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
| Idle speed rpm | 830 |
|---|
Starting and charging
| Battery V/RC(Ah) | 12 |
|---|---|
| Alternator output A/V/rpm | 30/12/2000 |
Service checks and adjustments
| Compression pressure bar | 16,0 Min |
|---|---|
| Oil pressure bar/rpm | 1,8 Min/830 |
| Radiator cap bar | 1,20-1,40 |
| Thermostat opens °C | 100 |
Tightening torques
| Cylinder head instructions | — |
|---|---|
| Cylinder head | |
| Renew bolts | Yes |
| Other engine tightening torques | |
| Main bearings Renew bolts/nuts | Yes |
| Main bearings Stage 1 | 25 Nm |
| Main bearings Stage 2 | 50 Nm+60°+60° |
| Big end bearings Renew bolts/nuts | Yes |
| Big end bearings Stage 1 | 20 Nm |
| Big end bearings Stage 2 | 70° |
| Oil pump to cylinder block | 20 Nm |
| Sump bolts | — |
| View more information | — |
| Assemble components within 3 minutes. | |
| Sump drain bolt | 25 Nm |
| Flywheel/driveplate | 120 Nm |
| Clutch pressure plate | 19 Nm |
| Crankshaft pulley/damper bolts | 40 Nm+120° |
| Camshaft sprocket/gear | — |
| Camshaft carrier/cap | — |
| View more information | — |
| Inlet manifold to cylinder head | — |
| View more information | — |
| Exhaust manifold to cylinder head | 1)11 Nm 2)13 Nm |
| Exhaust downpipe to manifold | 35 Nm |
| Water pump | 10 Nm |
| Injector/clamp | 10 Nm |
| Injector pipe unions | 24 Nm |
| Fuel/injection pump sprocket/gear | 65 Nm |
| Fuel/injection pump mounting | 19 Nm |
| Glow plugs | 17 Nm |
| Crankshaft position (CKP) sensor/engine speed (RPM) sensor | 6 Nm |
| Camshaft position (CMP) sensor | 4 Nm |
| Engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor | 4 Nm |
| Nitrogen oxide (NOx) sensor | 50 Nm |
| Engine oil pressure switch | 28 Nm |
| Oil filter | 25 Nm |
| Chassis tightening torques | |
| Front hub | — |
| 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 track rod end | 49 Nm |
| 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
| No. of AC service connectors | 2 |
|---|---|
| Air conditioning restrictor type | Expansion valve |
| Compressor clutch/magnetic coupling | No |
| Compressor variable displacement solenoid | Yes |
| Air conditioning refrigerant Type | — |
| Do not mix R134a with R1234yf. | |
| Air conditioning refrigerant quantity grams | 500±30 |
| Air conditioning oil group | PAG |
| Air conditioning oil Type | — |
| Air conditioning oil quantity cm³ | 70 |
| Air conditioning oil viscosity ISO | 46 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the injection sequence of the Toyota RAV4 2.0 D-4D?
The injection sequence for the Toyota RAV4 2.0 D-4D (2015–2018) is 1-3-4-2.
How much oil does the Toyota RAV4 2.0 D-4D take?
The Toyota RAV4 2.0 D-4D (2015–2018) takes 5.2 litres of engine oil with the filter. The specified engine oil grade is SAE 5W-30 for all ambient temperatures, with API/ACEA classification SN/C3.
What are the valve clearances for the Toyota RAV4 2.0 D-4D?
Valve clearances on the Toyota RAV4 2.0 D-4D (2015–2018) are hydraulic — they self-adjust, so no manual clearance figure applies.
What is the minimum brake disc thickness for the Toyota RAV4 2.0 D-4D?
Brake discs on the Toyota RAV4 2.0 D-4D (2015–2018) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 25 mm (ventilated) front and 10,5 mm rear.