Gather the necessary tools and materials
To change the oil in your Toyota RAV4, you will need the following tools and materials: - Oil filter wrench - Drain pan - Funnel - New oil filter - New oil - Ratchet and socket set - Jack and jack stands (optional)
Prepare your RAV4
Before you begin the oil change process, it's important to take a few steps to prepare your RAV4: 1. Park your car on a level surface and engage the parking brake. 2. Allow your engine to cool down for a few minutes. 3. Locate the oil drain plug and oil filter underneath your vehicle.
Drain the old oil
To drain the old oil from your RAV4, follow these steps: 1. Position the drain pan underneath the oil drain plug. 2. Use a ratchet and socket set to remove the drain plug and let the old oil drain into the pan. 3. Once all the oil has drained, replace the drain plug and tighten it securely.
Replace the oil filter
Changing the oil filter is an important part of the oil change process. Here's how to do it: 1. Locate the oil filter and use an oil filter wrench to remove it. 2. Apply a small amount of new oil to the gasket of the new oil filter. 3. Screw the new oil filter onto the engine by hand, and then tighten it with the oil filter wrench. 4. Double check that the oil filter is securely tightened.
Add new oil
Now it's time to add fresh oil to your RAV4. Follow these steps: 1. Locate the oil filler cap on the top of the engine. 2. Remove the oil filler cap and insert a funnel into the opening. 3. Pour the recommended amount of new oil into the funnel. 4. Replace the oil filler cap and ensure it is tightly secured. 5. Start your engine and let it run for a few minutes to circulate the new oil. 6. Check the oil level using the dipstick, and add more oil if necessary.