2002 Toyota RAV4 Lug Nut Torque & Bolt Specs

The 2002 Toyota RAV4 lug nut torque is 103 Nm (76 ft-lbs), tightened with a 21mm socket on M12x1.5 studs. Torque in a star pattern in two passes (snug, then final), and re-check after the first 50–100 miles of driving. Use a calibrated torque wrench — not an impact gun — for the final pass.

Lug nut torque: 103 Nm (76 ft-lbs) · Socket size: 21mm · Thread: M12x1.5.

This page is the OEM-referenced fastener summary for the 2002 Toyota RAV4. Use it before any maintenance or repair job where torque values matter — brake work, wheel changes, suspension service, engine teardowns, or oil changes. Specs are pulled from manufacturer service literature, cross-checked against community data, and updated as new chassis variants become available.

Toyota's engineering standard for wheel torque is unusually consistent across the lineup — nearly every passenger Toyota from the mid-2000s onward specs 76 ft-lbs (103 Nm) for the lug nuts with an M12x1.5 thread and 21mm socket. The big exceptions are the Tundra and Sequoia full-size trucks (97-110 ft-lbs), and the lug studs on older Camrys and Corollas (pre-2002) used a smaller M12x1.25 thread that does not interchange. Always confirm by checking the alloy stamp on the wheel hub if you are unsure.

Common fastener categories on the 2002 Toyota RAV4

Repair guidance for this model year

For 2002 model-year work: Always use a calibrated torque wrench for safety-critical fasteners, and replace lock washers and crush washers on every reassembly.

Tools you will need

Frequently asked questions

What is the lug nut torque on a 2002 Toyota RAV4?

The OEM-specified lug-nut torque for the 2002 Toyota RAV4 is 103 Nm (76 ft-lbs), using a 21mm socket on M12x1.5 thread studs. Use a calibrated torque wrench in a star pattern, in two passes (50% and 100%), and re-check after 50-100 miles of driving.

What socket size do I need for the 2002 Toyota RAV4 lug nuts?

The 2002 Toyota RAV4 uses a 21mm socket. A 6-point impact-rated socket is recommended over a 12-point chrome socket — 12-points round off lug nuts under impact-driver use.

Are the 2002 Toyota RAV4 fasteners metric or SAE?

Metric is the standard for this vehicle. Most fasteners on this vehicle are metric (M6, M8, M10, M12, M14). Bring a full metric set; SAE substitutes can round the head. Bolt-head markings are the fastest way to confirm grade and material at the bench.

Other Toyota RAV4 years

Same model, different model year — fastener spec may change. Always confirm against the year for your VIN.

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All 92 2002 Toyota RAV4 fastener specs

Per-bolt torque, wrench size, and thread spec for the 2002 Toyota RAV4, sourced from OEM service literature and verified against community shop data. Values pair imperial (ft-lb) and metric (Nm) where the manufacturer publishes both.

Brakes — 2002 Toyota RAV4

Brake fasteners on the 2002 Toyota RAV4 — caliper bracket, slide pins, and banjo bolt torque follow. The brake tube to master cylinder nut uses a 11mm Flare Nut Wrench drive on a M10x1.0 thread, torqued to 15.2 Nm (11 ft-lbs) at the brake lines at master cylinder. At the brake master cylinder to vacuum booster, the brake master cylinder to brake booster nut torques to 12.5 Nm (9 ft-lbs) (12mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the rear brake flexible hose to rear caliper, plan for a 17mm tool on a M10x1.0 stud; final torque is 30.4 Nm (22 ft-lbs) (rear brake flexible hose banjo bolt). Front caliper bracket (cylinder mounting) to steering knuckle bolt tightens to 98 Nm (72 ft-lbs), takes a 17mm driver, runs on M12x1.25 threads, located at the front brake caliper mounting bracket to steering knuckle. The front abs speed sensor bolt uses a 10mm drive on a M6x1.0 thread, torqued to 8.5 Nm (75 in-lbs) at the front abs (skid control) sensor wire to knuckle. At the rear abs speed sensor to rear axle carrier, the rear abs speed sensor bolt torques to 8.5 Nm (75 in-lbs) (10mm drive, M6x1.0 thread). For the front and rear wheels, plan for a 21mm tool on a M12x1.5 stud; final torque is 103 Nm (76 ft-lbs) (wheel lug nut). Rear hub and bearing assembly to axle carrier bolt tightens to 90 Nm (66 ft-lbs), takes a 17mm driver, runs on M12x1.25 threads, located at the rear axle hub bearing to rear axle carrier. The front brake bleeder screw uses a 8mm drive on a M8x1.0 thread, torqued to 8.3 Nm (73 in-lbs) at the front brake caliper bleeder nipple. At the front brake caliper body to bracket, the front caliper guide pin bolt (cylinder to cylinder mounting) torques to 34.3 Nm (25 ft-lbs) (14mm (hold guide pin with wrench) drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the parking brake lever assembly to body/floor, plan for a 12mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 14.5 Nm (11 ft-lbs) (parking brake lever to body bolt). Front brake flexible hose banjo bolt tightens to 29.4 Nm (22 ft-lbs), takes a 17mm driver, runs on M10x1.0 threads, located at the front brake flexible hose to caliper. The rear caliper bracket (cylinder mounting) to axle carrier bolt uses a 17mm drive on a M12x1.25 thread, torqued to 88 Nm (65 ft-lbs) at the rear brake caliper mounting bracket to rear axle carrier. At the rear brake caliper body to bracket, the rear caliper guide pin bolt torques to 26.5 Nm (20 ft-lbs) (14mm drive, M8x1.25 thread).

Engine — 2002 Toyota RAV4

Engine bolt-by-bolt torque for the 2002 Toyota RAV4, including the long block, valve covers, and intake. At the cylinder head to block, the cylinder head bolt torques to Stage 1: 70 Nm (52 ft-lbs), Stage 2: +90° (12mm Bi-Hexagon (Triple Square) drive, M11x1.5 thread). For the crankshaft bearing cap to cylinder block, plan for a 14mm tool on a M10x1.25 stud; final torque is Stage 1: 40 Nm (30 ft-lbs), Stage 2: +90° (main bearing cap bolt (crankshaft bearing cap set bolt)). Stiffening crankcase to cylinder block bolt tightens to 24 Nm (18 ft-lbs), takes a 12mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the lower crankcase (stiffening crankcase) to cylinder block. The crankshaft pulley bolt uses a 22mm drive on a M20x1.5 thread, torqued to 180 Nm (133 ft-lbs) at the crankshaft pulley to crankshaft. At the no. 3 camshaft bearing cap to cylinder head, the camshaft bearing cap bolt — no. 3 cap torques to 9.0 Nm (80 in-lbs) (10mm drive, M6x1.0 thread). For the timing chain cover to cylinder head/block, plan for a 12mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 25 Nm (18 ft-lbs) (timing chain cover bolt — medium (bolt b, 12mm head)). Ignition coil to valve cover bolt tightens to 9.0 Nm (80 in-lbs), takes a 10mm driver, runs on M6x1.0 threads, located at the ignition coil (with igniter) to cylinder head cover. The timing chain cover bolt — small (bolt a, 10mm head) uses a 10mm drive on a M6x1.0 thread, torqued to 9.0 Nm (80 in-lbs) at the timing chain cover to cylinder head/block. At the throttle body to intake manifold, the throttle body bolt torques to 30 Nm (22 ft-lbs) (10mm drive, M6x1.0 thread). For the drive belt tensioner to timing chain cover / cylinder block, plan for a 14mm tool on a M10x1.25 stud; final torque is 59.5 Nm (44 ft-lbs) (drive belt tensioner bolt). Oil pan bolt (upper pan to stiffening crankcase) tightens to 9.0 Nm (80 in-lbs), takes a 10mm driver, runs on M6x1.0 threads, located at the oil pan to stiffening crankcase. The oil pan drain plug uses a 14mm drive on a M14x1.5 thread, torqued to 40 Nm (30 ft-lbs) at the engine oil pan. At the timing chain cover to cylinder head/block, the timing chain cover bolt — large (bolt c, 14mm head) torques to 55 Nm (41 ft-lbs) (14mm drive, M10x1.25 thread). For the drive plate to crankshaft, plan for a 14mm tool on a M10x1.25 stud; final torque is 98 Nm (72 ft-lbs) (drive plate (flexplate) to crankshaft bolt). Balance shaft housing bolt tightens to Stage 1: 21.6 Nm (16 ft-lbs), Stage 2: +90°, takes a 12mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the balance shaft housing to stiffening crankcase. The connecting rod cap bolt uses a 12mm Socket drive on a M8x1.0 thread, torqued to Stage 1: 24.5 Nm (18 ft-lbs), Stage 2: +90° at the connecting rod cap to rod. At the camshaft position sensor to cylinder head, the camshaft position sensor bolt torques to 9.0 Nm (80 in-lbs) (10mm drive, M6x1.0 thread). For the oil pressure switch to cylinder head, plan for a 24mm Deep Socket tool on a M12x1.25 stud; final torque is 13 Nm (10 ft-lbs) (oil pressure switch). Camshaft timing oil control valve (vvt solenoid) tightens to 9.0 Nm (80 in-lbs), takes a 10mm driver, runs on M6x1.0 threads, located at the vvt oil control valve to cylinder head. The spark plug uses a 16mm Spark Plug Socket drive on a M14x1.25 thread, torqued to 25 Nm (18 ft-lbs) at the cylinder head — all 4 cylinders. At the cylinder head cover to cylinder head, the valve cover bolt (cylinder head cover) torques to 11 Nm (8 ft-lbs) (10mm drive, M6x1.0 thread). For the camshaft timing gear to intake camshaft, plan for a SST (Camshaft holding tool) tool on a M35x1.5 stud; final torque is 54 Nm (40 ft-lbs) (camshaft timing gear bolt (vvt sprocket bolt)). Intake manifold bolt/nut tightens to 30 Nm (22 ft-lbs), takes a 12mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the intake manifold to cylinder head. The chain tensioner bolt (no. 1 chain tensioner to timing cover) uses a 10mm drive on a M6x1.0 thread, torqued to 9.0 Nm (80 in-lbs) at the chain tensioner to timing chain cover. At the camshaft bearing caps to cylinder head, the camshaft bearing cap bolt — no. 1 and no. 2 caps torques to 29.5 Nm (22 ft-lbs) (10mm drive, M6x1.0 thread).

Drivetrain — 2002 Toyota RAV4

Drivetrain and driveline fasteners for the 2002 Toyota RAV4 — axle, transmission, and differential plugs. For the front of propeller shaft to transaxle (awd), plan for a 12mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 35 Nm (26 ft-lbs) (propeller shaft to transaxle companion flange bolt). Rear axle shaft nut (awd) tightens to 216 Nm (159 ft-lbs), takes a 30mm driver, runs on M25x1.5 threads, located at the rear drive shaft to rear axle hub (awd). The front axle hub nut uses a 30mm drive on a M25x1.5 thread, torqued to 216 Nm (159 ft-lbs) at the front drive shaft to front axle hub. At the intermediate shaft center bearing bracket to block (fwd/awd), the drive shaft bearing bracket to engine block torques to 63.7 Nm (47 ft-lbs) (14mm drive, M10x1.25 thread). For the rear differential support to rear suspension member (awd), plan for a 19mm tool on a M14x1.5 stud; final torque is 140 Nm (103 ft-lbs) (rear differential support bracket bolt (awd)). Transfer case drain plug tightens to 49 Nm (36 ft-lbs), takes a 10mm Hex (Allen) driver, runs on M18x1.5 threads, located at the gf1a transfer case (awd). The rear differential ring gear bolt (awd) uses a 14mm drive on a M10x1.25 thread, torqued to 90 Nm (66 ft-lbs) at the differential ring gear to differential case (awd). At the gf1a transfer case to u241e transaxle (awd), the gf1a transfer case to transaxle bolt/nut torques to 69 Nm (51 ft-lbs) (14mm drive, M10x1.25 thread). For the rear differential carrier (awd), plan for a 10mm Hex (Allen) tool on a M18x1.5 stud; final torque is 39 Nm (29 ft-lbs) (rear differential drain/fill plug (awd)). Propeller shaft center bearing bracket bolt tightens to 36.8 Nm (27 ft-lbs), takes a 12mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the propeller shaft center bearing to body (awd).

Suspension — 2002 Toyota RAV4

Suspension and chassis fastener torque for the 2002 Toyota RAV4 — strut, control arm, and sway bar values. Rear upper control arm bolt tightens to 90 Nm (66 ft-lbs), takes a 17mm driver, runs on M12x1.25 threads, located at the rear upper control arm to suspension member and axle carrier. The front strut (shock absorber) to steering knuckle bolt uses a 21mm drive on a M14x1.5 thread, torqued to 240 Nm (177 ft-lbs) at the front strut lower mount to steering knuckle. At the rear sway bar link to stabilizer bar, the rear stabilizer link to stabilizer bar nut torques to 74 Nm (55 ft-lbs) (17mm drive, M12x1.25 thread). For the rear shock absorber to rear suspension member, plan for a 17mm tool on a M12x1.25 stud; final torque is 80 Nm (59 ft-lbs) (rear shock absorber lower mount bolt). Rear stabilizer bracket bolt tightens to 60 Nm (44 ft-lbs), takes a 14mm driver, runs on M10x1.25 threads, located at the rear stabilizer bar bracket to rear suspension member. The rear axle hub and bearing bolt uses a 17mm drive on a M12x1.25 thread, torqued to 90 Nm (66 ft-lbs) at the rear axle hub and bearing to rear axle carrier. At the front strut upper mount flange to strut tower, the front strut top mount to body nuts torques to 50 Nm (37 ft-lbs) (14mm drive, M10x1.25 thread). For the lower ball joint stud to steering knuckle, plan for a 22mm (Castle Nut) tool on a M14x1.5 stud; final torque is 133 Nm (98 ft-lbs) (ball joint stud nut (steering knuckle to ball joint)). Lower control arm to lower ball joint bolt tightens to 92 Nm (68 ft-lbs), takes a 17mm driver, runs on M12x1.25 threads, located at the front lower control arm to ball joint. The front suspension member brace bolt — front side to body uses a 19mm drive on a M14x1.5 thread, torqued to 87 Nm (64 ft-lbs) at the front crossmember brace (front attachment) to body. At the rear trailing arm front pivot to body, the rear trailing arm to body bolt — front side torques to 150 Nm (111 ft-lbs) (21mm drive, M14x1.5 thread). For the front lower control arm rear pivot to crossmember, plan for a 22mm tool on a M14x1.5 stud; final torque is 233 Nm (172 ft-lbs) (front suspension crossmember to lower no. 1 control arm bolt). Front suspension crossmember reinforcement rh bolt tightens to 96 Nm (71 ft-lbs), takes a 19mm driver, runs on M14x1.5 threads, located at the front suspension crossmember reinforcement to crossmember. The rear lower no. 1 arm bolt (lateral link) uses a 19mm drive on a M14x1.5 thread, torqued to 100 Nm (74 ft-lbs) to carrier; 90 Nm (66 ft-lbs) to member at the rear suspension no. 1 arm to axle carrier and suspension member. At the front stabilizer link to front shock absorber, the front sway bar link to strut bolt torques to 74 Nm (55 ft-lbs) (17mm (hold stud with 6mm hex) drive, M12x1.25 thread). For the front strut upper mount — piston rod nut, plan for a 17mm (hold rod with 6mm hex) tool on a M14x1.5 stud; final torque is 47 Nm (35 ft-lbs) (front strut top mount nut (piston rod nut)).

Steering — 2002 Toyota RAV4

Steering linkage fasteners on the 2002 Toyota RAV4. The tie rod end castle nut (outer tie rod to steering knuckle) uses a 19mm (Castle Nut) drive on a M12x1.25 thread, torqued to 49 Nm (36 ft-lbs) at the outer tie rod end to steering knuckle. At the power steering pump to engine, the power steering vane pump bolt torques to 43 Nm (32 ft-lbs) (14mm drive, M10x1.25 thread). For the steering column mount to dash reinforcement, plan for a 12mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 25 Nm (18 ft-lbs) (steering column to instrument panel reinforcement bolt). Power steering rack mount bolt (rack to crossmember) tightens to 138 Nm (102 ft-lbs), takes a 21mm driver, runs on M14x1.5 threads, located at the power steering gear to front suspension crossmember. The inner tie rod lock nut (jam nut) uses a 24mm drive on a M14x1.5 thread, torqued to 88 Nm (65 ft-lbs) at the inner tie rod jam nut at steering rack. At the steering wheel to steering column shaft, the steering wheel nut torques to 50 Nm (37 ft-lbs) (35mm drive, M22x1.5 thread). For the steering intermediate shaft no. 2 to power steering gear, plan for a 12mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 35 Nm (26 ft-lbs) (steering intermediate shaft u-joint clamp bolt).

Body — 2002 Toyota RAV4

Body fasteners on the 2002 Toyota RAV4. At the right-hand engine mounting insulator to body, the engine mount — rh insulator to body torques to 95 Nm (70 ft-lbs) (17mm drive, M12x1.25 thread). For the front engine mounting insulator through-bolt, plan for a 19mm tool on a M14x1.5 stud; final torque is 145 Nm (107 ft-lbs) (engine mount — fr (front) insulator through-bolt). Rear engine mounting insulator bolt (transmission/torque rod mount) tightens to 95 Nm (70 ft-lbs), takes a 17mm driver, runs on M12x1.25 threads, located at the rear engine mounting insulator to front suspension crossmember. The engine mount — lh insulator through-bolt uses a 17mm drive on a M12x1.25 thread, torqued to 56 Nm (41 ft-lbs) at the left-hand engine mounting insulator through-bolt.

Exhaust — 2002 Toyota RAV4

Exhaust fasteners on the 2002 Toyota RAV4. For the center pipe to front pipe, plan for a 14mm tool on a M10x1.25 stud; final torque is 43 Nm (32 ft-lbs) (center exhaust pipe flange bolt). Exhaust manifold heat insulator bolt tightens to 12 Nm (9 ft-lbs), takes a 10mm driver, runs on M6x1.0 threads, located at the no. 1 heat insulator to exhaust manifold. The exhaust manifold nut uses a 12mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 37 Nm (27 ft-lbs) at the exhaust manifold to cylinder head. At the no. 1 and no. 2 manifold stay to block and manifold, the exhaust manifold stay bolt/nut torques to 44 Nm (32 ft-lbs) (14mm drive, M10x1.25 thread). For the front exhaust pipe to exhaust manifold, plan for a 14mm tool on a M10x1.25 stud; final torque is 43 Nm (32 ft-lbs) (front exhaust pipe to manifold flange bolt). Upstream oxygen sensor (bank 1 sensor 1) tightens to 44 Nm (33 ft-lbs), takes a 22mm Oxygen Sensor Socket driver, runs on M18x1.5 threads, located at the upstream o2 sensor in exhaust manifold.

Transmission — 2002 Toyota RAV4

Transmission fasteners on the 2002 Toyota RAV4. Automatic transaxle oil pan drain plug tightens to 47 Nm (35 ft-lbs), takes a 10mm Hex (Allen) driver, runs on M18x1.5 threads, located at the u241e automatic transaxle oil pan. The u241e automatic transaxle to engine block bolt — large (bolt a) uses a 17mm drive on a M12x1.25 thread, torqued to 64 Nm (47 ft-lbs) at the transaxle housing to engine block. At the u241e transaxle oil pan to case, the automatic transaxle pan bolt torques to 7.6 Nm (67 in-lbs) (10mm drive, M6x1.0 thread). For the torque converter to flexplate, plan for a 14mm tool on a M10x1.25 stud; final torque is 41 Nm (30 ft-lbs) (torque converter to drive plate bolt).

Cooling System — 2002 Toyota RAV4

Cooling System fasteners on the 2002 Toyota RAV4. The water pump pulley bolt uses a 10mm drive on a M6x1.0 thread, torqued to 26 Nm (19 ft-lbs) at the water pump pulley to water pump. At the water pump to cylinder block, the water pump bolt torques to 9.0 Nm (80 in-lbs) (10mm drive, M6x1.0 thread). For the water inlet (thermostat housing) to cylinder block, plan for a 10mm tool on a M6x1.0 stud; final torque is 9.0 Nm (80 in-lbs) (thermostat housing (water inlet) bolt).

Fuel System — 2002 Toyota RAV4

Fuel System fasteners on the 2002 Toyota RAV4. At the in-tank fuel pump to fuel tank, the fuel pump assembly lock ring (in-tank fuel pump) torques to 1.5 Nm (13 in-lbs) (SST Fuel Sender Lock Ring Tool drive, M6x1.0 (lock ring) thread). For the fuel delivery pipe to cylinder head, plan for a 12mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 20 Nm (15 ft-lbs) (fuel delivery rail bolt). Fuel tank band bolt tightens to 40 Nm (30 ft-lbs), takes a 12mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the fuel tank straps to body.

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