Toyota2009–2013Technical specifications

RAV4 2.0 Valvematic: Technical specifications

Workshop data for the 2-litre petrol (engine code 3ZR-FAE). 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 (3ZR-FAE) to the vehicle before ordering parts or applying these figures.

Vehicle specifications

Overview

Make: Toyota
Model: RAV4
Years: 2009–2013
Fuel: Petrol
Engine code: 3ZR-FAE

Performance & efficiency

Power: 116 kW (158 hp)
Engine size: 1,986 cc
Cylinders: 4 · DOHC
Compression ratio: 10.0:1
Fuel system: Toyota

Fluids & capacities

Engine oil (with the filter): 4.2 litres

All 129 specifications below

Engine & identification

Vehicle identification

No. of cylinders Type	4/DOHC
Capacity (Fiscal) cc	1986
Compression ratio :1	10,0
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

Firing order

The firing order for the Toyota RAV4 2.0 Valvematic (2009–2013) is 1-3-4-2.

Firing order	1-3-4-2

Valve clearances

Valve clearances on the Toyota RAV4 2.0 Valvematic (2009–2013) 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 Valvematic (2009–2013) takes 4.2 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 2.4-2.5 litres. The specified oil is SAE 75W, with classification GL-4.

Transfer box

See the reference table for the complete transfer box 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
Engine oil options
Ambient temperature range	All temperatures
Engine oil grade SAE	0W-20, 5W-20, 5W-30
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	SL/A1, A3
Ambient temperature range	-18°C➞
Engine oil grade SAE	10W-30
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	SL/A1, A3
Ambient temperature range	-12°C➞
Engine oil grade SAE	15W-40
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	SL/A1, A3
Ambient temperature range	-7°C➞
Engine oil grade SAE	20W-50
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	SL/A1, A3
Engine with filter(s) litres	4.2
Other lubricants and capacities
Manual transmission oil grade SAE	75W
Manual transmission oil classification	GL-4
Manual transmission litres	2.4-2.5
Automatic transmission fluid Type	Toyota ATF WS
Automatic transmission fluid type
Automatic transmission (drain & refill) litres	—
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If 'D' shift indicator flashes, switch ignition OFF. Allow ATF to cool, then repeat above procedure.
Automatic transmission (dry fill) litres	—
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Differential oil grade - rear SAE	85W-90
Differential oil classification - rear	GL-5
Differential rear litres	0.5-0.6
Transfer box oil grade SAE	85W-90
Transfer box oil classification	GL-5
Transfer box litres	0.4-0.5
Coolant Type	Super long life
Coolant Colour	Pink
Cooling system - total capacity litres	5,8 AT=6,0
Brake fluid Type	DOT 3

Brakes & wear limits

Brake disc thickness

Brake discs on the Toyota RAV4 2.0 Valvematic (2009–2013) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 22 mm (ventilated) front and 10,5 mm rear.

Minimum disc thickness
Minimum disc thickness for replacement - ventilated Front	22 mm
Minimum disc thickness for replacement Rear	10,5 mm

Brake disc and drum dimensions

Minimum disc thickness
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±2/630 Not adjustable
Ignition timing - alternative °Engine/rpm	CVT=10±2/650 Not adjustable
Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm	ECM Controlled
Idle speed rpm	630±50 Not adjustable
Idle speed - alternative rpm	CVT=650±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	0,1-0,2
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

Starting and charging

Battery V/RC(Ah)	12

Service checks and adjustments

Oil pressure
Compression pressure bar	10,8-13,7
Oil pressure bar/rpm	—
Radiator cap bar	0,93-1,23
Thermostat opens °C	80-84

Fuel system

System pressure bar	3,0-3,4
Engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor Ohm/°C	2320-2590/20
Crankshaft position (CKP) sensor/engine speed (RPM) sensor Ohm	2065-3225
Injector Ohm	11,6-12,4/20°C

Spark plugs

Spark plugs Original equipment	Denso
Spark plug Type	SC20HR11
Electrode gap mm	1,0-1,1

Tightening torques

Cylinder head
Cylinder head instructions	—
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Cylinder head bolts
Tighten	24 Nm
Tighten	49 Nm
Tighten	90°
Tighten	45°
Other engine tightening torques
Main bearings Renew bolts/nuts	—
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Main bearings
Main bearings Stage 1	40 Nm
Main bearings Stage 2	90°
Big end bearings Renew bolts/nuts	—
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Big end bearings
Big end bearings Stage 1	20 Nm
Big end bearings Stage 2	90°
Oil pump to cylinder block	21 Nm
Sump bolts	10 Nm
Sump bolts
Sump drain bolt	37 Nm
Flywheel/driveplate	49 Nm+90°/88 Nm
Clutch pressure plate	19 Nm
Crankshaft pulley/damper centre bolt	190 Nm
Camshaft sprocket/gear	54 Nm
Camshaft carrier/cap	27 Nm
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Assemble components within 3 minutes and tighten bolts within 10 minutes. Do not start engine for 2 hours.
Camshaft/rocker cover	10 Nm
Inlet manifold to cylinder head	28 Nm
Exhaust manifold to cylinder head	—
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Exhaust manifold to cylinder head
Exhaust downpipe to manifold	43 Nm
Water pump	—
Bolt lengths depending on pump type.
Spark plugs	20 Nm
Fuel rail	21 Nm
Crankshaft position (CKP) sensor/engine speed (RPM) sensor	10 Nm
Camshaft position (CMP) sensor	10 Nm
Engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor	20 Nm
Lambda sensor (Oxygen)	40 Nm
Knock sensor (KS)	21 Nm
Engine oil pressure switch	15 Nm
Oil filter	25 Nm
Chassis tightening torques
Front hub	216 Nm 30 mm=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	138 Nm
Steering track rod end	49 Nm
Brake caliper to carrier Front	34 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	R134a
Air conditioning refrigerant quantity grams	430±30
Air conditioning oil group	PAG
Air conditioning oil Type	Dens Oil 8
Air conditioning oil viscosity ISO	46

Frequently asked questions

What is the firing order of the Toyota RAV4 2.0 Valvematic?

The firing order for the Toyota RAV4 2.0 Valvematic (2009–2013) is 1-3-4-2.

How much oil does the Toyota RAV4 2.0 Valvematic take?

The Toyota RAV4 2.0 Valvematic (2009–2013) takes 4.2 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 Valvematic?

Valve clearances on the Toyota RAV4 2.0 Valvematic (2009–2013) are hydraulic — they self-adjust, so no manual clearance figure applies.

What is the minimum brake disc thickness for the Toyota RAV4 2.0 Valvematic?

Brake discs on the Toyota RAV4 2.0 Valvematic (2009–2013) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 22 mm (ventilated) front and 10,5 mm rear.