2009 Toyota RAV4 Lug Nut Torque & Bolt Specs

The 2009 Toyota RAV4 lug nut torque is 76 ft-lbs (103 Nm), 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: 76 ft-lbs (103 Nm) · Socket size: 21mm · Thread: M12x1.5.

This page is the OEM-referenced fastener summary for the 2009 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 2009 Toyota RAV4

Repair guidance for this model year

For 2009 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 2009 Toyota RAV4?

The OEM-specified lug-nut torque for the 2009 Toyota RAV4 is 76 ft-lbs (103 Nm), 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 2009 Toyota RAV4 lug nuts?

The 2009 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 2009 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 177 2009 Toyota RAV4 fastener specs

Per-bolt torque, wrench size, and thread spec for the 2009 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. 4 of the 177 fastener specs on this page are independently verified against OEM service manuals and manufacturer torque data (last reviewed June 2026).

Brakes — 2009 Toyota RAV4

Brake fasteners on the 2009 Toyota RAV4 — caliper bracket, slide pins, and banjo bolt torque follow. At the flexible brake hose to front caliper, the front brake hose banjo bolt torques to 29 Nm (22 ft-lbs) (14mm (banjo) drive, M10x1.0 thread). For the brake line fittings (tube-to-hose, tube-to-master cylinder), plan for a 10mm Flare Nut Wrench tool on a M10x1.0 stud; final torque is 15 Nm (11 ft-lbs) (brake line union nut). Rear brake hose banjo bolt tightens to 30 Nm (22 ft-lbs), takes a 14mm (banjo) driver, runs on M10x1.0 threads, located at the flexible brake hose to rear caliper. The rear brake caliper guide pin bolt uses a 14mm drive on a M10x1.25 thread, torqued to 27 Nm (20 ft-lbs) at the rear brake caliper slide pins to bracket. At the abs/traction actuator to body, the abs actuator bracket bolt (to body) torques to 19 Nm (14 ft-lbs) (12mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the brake master cylinder to brake booster, plan for a 12mm tool on a M10x1.25 stud; final torque is 13 Nm (9 ft-lbs) (brake master cylinder nut). Front speed (abs) sensor bolt tightens to 8.5 Nm (75 in-lbs), takes a 10mm driver, runs on M6x1.0 threads, located at the front abs wheel speed sensor to knuckle. The front brake caliper bracket bolt (to knuckle) uses a 17mm drive on a M12x1.25 thread, torqued to 98 Nm (72 ft-lbs) at the front brake caliper bracket to steering knuckle. At the front brake caliper to caliper bracket (slide pins), the front brake caliper slide pin bolt torques to 34 Nm (25 ft-lbs) (14mm (with 14mm hold on slide pin) drive, M10x1.25 thread). For the rear brake caliper bracket to rear axle carrier, plan for a 17mm tool on a M12x1.25 stud; final torque is 88 Nm (65 ft-lbs) (rear brake caliper bracket bolt (to carrier)). Rear brake caliper slide pin bolt tightens to 27 Nm (20 ft-lbs), takes a 14mm (bolt) / 14mm (pin hold) driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the rear brake caliper to caliper bracket (slide pins). The rear speed (abs) sensor bolt uses a 10mm drive on a M6x1.0 thread, torqued to 8.5 Nm (75 in-lbs) at the rear abs wheel speed sensor to axle carrier. At the front brake caliper slide pins to bracket, the front brake caliper guide pin bolt torques to 34 Nm (25 ft-lbs) (14mm drive, M10x1.25 thread). For the brake master cylinder to brake booster, plan for a 12mm tool on a M10x1.25 stud; final torque is 13 Nm (9 ft-lbs) (brake master cylinder bolt). Bleeder screw (front and rear) tightens to 8.3 Nm (73 in-lbs), takes a 8mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the front and rear brake calipers.

Engine — 2009 Toyota RAV4

Engine bolt-by-bolt torque for the 2009 Toyota RAV4, including the long block, valve covers, and intake. For the camshaft timing exhaust gear to exhaust camshaft, plan for a 22mm tool on a M20x1.5 stud; final torque is 85 Nm (63 ft-lbs) (camshaft timing gear (vvt sprocket) bolt – exhaust). Camshaft bearing cap – bank 2 tightens to Stage 1: 10 Nm (7 ft-lbs), Stage 2: 16 Nm (12 ft-lbs), takes a 10mm driver, runs on M6x1.0 threads, located at the bank 2 (lh) camshaft housing. The intake manifold bolt/nut uses a 12mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 20 Nm (15 ft-lbs) at the intake manifold to cylinder head. At the bank 2 (lh) valve cover to cylinder head, the cylinder head cover bolt – bank 2 (lh), standard torques to 10 Nm (7 ft-lbs) (10mm drive, M6x1.0 thread). For the chain tensioner slipper / vibration damper, plan for a 12mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 21 Nm (15 ft-lbs) (timing chain guide / slipper bolt). Timing chain tensioner bolt tightens to 10 Nm (7 ft-lbs), takes a 12mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the no. 1 chain tensioner to cylinder block. The v-ribbed belt tensioner bolt uses a 14mm drive on a M10x1.25 thread, torqued to 43 Nm (32 ft-lbs) at the serpentine belt tensioner to timing chain cover / cylinder block. At the crankshaft front, the crankshaft pulley / damper bolt torques to 250 Nm (184 ft-lbs) (22mm drive, M20x1.5 thread). For the camshaft housing sub-assembly to cylinder head, plan for a 12mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 27 Nm (20 ft-lbs) (camshaft housing (bearing cap housing) bolt). Valve cover (cylinder head cover) bolt tightens to 12 Nm (9 ft-lbs), takes a 10mm driver, runs on M6x1.0 threads, located at the cylinder head cover to camshaft housing. The no. 1 chain tensioner bolt uses a 12mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 10 Nm (7 ft-lbs) at the primary timing chain tensioner to cylinder block. At the exhaust camshaft vvt actuator, both banks, the vvt-i actuator (camshaft timing exhaust gear) bolt torques to 100 Nm (74 ft-lbs) (SST (holding fixture) drive, M42x3.0 thread). For the engine mount insulator rh to body/frame, plan for a 17mm tool on a M12x1.25 stud; final torque is 95 Nm (70 ft-lbs) (engine mount insulator bolt – rh). Engine balancer assembly bolt tightens to 24 Nm (18 ft-lbs), takes a 12mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the engine balance shaft to stiffening crankcase. The timing chain cover bolt area 4 (large bolt a) uses a 14mm drive on a M12x1.25 thread, torqued to 43 Nm (32 ft-lbs) at the timing chain cover to cylinder block – large boss. At the throttle body to intake manifold, the throttle body bolt torques to 9.5 Nm (84 in-lbs) (10mm drive, M6x1.0 thread). For the intake camshaft vvt actuator, both banks, plan for a SST (holding fixture) tool on a M42x3.0 stud; final torque is 100 Nm (74 ft-lbs) (vvt-i actuator (camshaft timing gear – intake) bolt). Flexplate (drive plate) bolt tightens to 98 Nm (72 ft-lbs), takes a 17mm driver, runs on M12x1.25 threads, located at the flexplate/drive plate to crankshaft. The engine coolant temperature sensor uses a 19mm drive on a M12x1.5 thread, torqued to 20 Nm (14 ft-lbs) at the water outlet / water pipe. At the timing chain idle sprocket to cylinder block, the idle sprocket bolt (timing chain) torques to 60 Nm (44 ft-lbs) (14mm drive, M12x1.25 thread). For the timing chain cover / serpentine belt idler, plan for a 14mm tool on a M10x1.25 stud; final torque is 43 Nm (32 ft-lbs) (no. 2 idler pulley (serpentine belt) bolt). Camshaft bearing cap bolt (small caps) tightens to 16 Nm (12 ft-lbs), takes a 10mm driver, runs on M6x1.0 threads, located at the camshaft bearing cap to camshaft housing. The no. 1 engine mounting stay (rh) bolt uses a 12mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 21 Nm (15 ft-lbs) at the no. 2 engine mounting stay rh to intake manifold / timing chain cover. At the oil filter housing, upper engine, the oil filter cap torques to 25 Nm (18 ft-lbs) (64mm cap wrench drive, M20x1.5 thread). For the crankshaft pulley to crankshaft, plan for a 22mm Hex (SST required for hold) tool on a M18x1.5 stud; final torque is 260 Nm (192 ft-lbs) (crankshaft pulley bolt). Stiffening crankcase (ladder frame) bolt – main tightens to 43 Nm (32 ft-lbs), takes a 14mm driver, runs on M10x1.25 threads, located at the stiffening crankcase to cylinder block (non-a bolts). The intake air surge tank (upper intake) bolt uses a 12mm / 5mm Hex drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 21 Nm (15 ft-lbs) at the intake surge tank to lower intake manifold. At the engine mount insulator lh to body/frame, the engine mount insulator bolt – lh torques to 95 Nm (70 ft-lbs) (17mm drive, M12x1.25 thread). For the crankshaft main bearings, plan for a 14mm tool on a M12x1.25 stud; final torque is Stage 1: 61 Nm (45 ft-lbs), Stage 2: +90° (main bearing cap (ladder frame) bolt). Crankshaft position sensor bolt tightens to 10 Nm (7 ft-lbs), takes a 10mm driver, runs on M6x1.0 threads, located at the cylinder block, front lower. The oil pan upper bolt uses a 12mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 21 Nm (15 ft-lbs) at the upper oil pan (no. 1) to cylinder block. At the bank 1 (rh) valve cover to cylinder head, the cylinder head cover bolt – bank 1 (rh), bolt a torques to 21 Nm (15 ft-lbs) (10mm drive, M6x1.0 thread). For the ignition coil to cylinder head cover, plan for a 10mm tool on a M6x1.0 stud; final torque is 9.5 Nm (84 in-lbs) (ignition coil bolt). Timing chain cover bolt (large, head 14mm) tightens to 56 Nm (41 ft-lbs), takes a 14mm driver, runs on M10x1.25 threads, located at the timing chain cover to cylinder block/head. The main bearing cap bolt (crankshaft bearing cap) uses a 14mm drive on a M11x1.25 thread, torqued to Stage 1: 20 Nm (15 ft-lbs), Stage 2: 40 Nm (30 ft-lbs), Stage 3: +90° at the crankshaft bearing cap to cylinder block. At the bank 1 (rh) cylinder head to block, the cylinder head bolt (bank 1) torques to Stage 1: 36 Nm (27 ft-lbs), Stage 2: +90°, Stage 3: +90° (12mm drive, M11x1.25 thread). For the lower oil pan to stiffening crankcase, plan for a 10mm tool on a M6x1.0 stud; final torque is 10 Nm (7 ft-lbs) (oil pan bolt). Oil strainer bolt tightens to 10 Nm (7 ft-lbs), takes a 10mm driver, runs on M6x1.0 threads, located at the oil strainer / pickup tube to cylinder block. The intake manifold bolt uses a 12mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 21 Nm (15 ft-lbs) at the intake manifold lower to cylinder heads. At the oil pump to cylinder block (and internal), the engine oil pump bolt torques to 19 Nm (14 ft-lbs) (12mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the cylinder head spark plug wells, plan for a 5/8 inch (16mm) Spark Plug Socket tool on a M14x1.25 stud; final torque is 25 Nm (18 ft-lbs) (spark plug). Oil pressure switch tightens to 15 Nm (11 ft-lbs), takes a 24mm driver, runs on M18x1.5 threads, located at the oil pan (upper) – oil pressure switch. The camshaft bearing cap – bank 1 uses a 10mm drive on a M6x1.0 thread, torqued to Stage 1: 10 Nm (7 ft-lbs), Stage 2: 16 Nm (12 ft-lbs) at the bank 1 (rh) camshaft housing. At the connecting rod cap to connecting rod, the connecting rod cap bolt torques to Stage 1: 40 Nm (30 ft-lbs), Stage 2: +90° (12mm drive, M9x1.0 thread). For the camshaft timing gear to intake camshaft, plan for a 22mm tool on a M20x1.5 stud; final torque is 85 Nm (63 ft-lbs) (camshaft timing gear (vvt sprocket) bolt – intake). Flexplate / drive plate to crankshaft bolt tightens to 178 Nm (132 ft-lbs), takes a 14mm driver, runs on M10x1.25 threads, located at the rear crankshaft / flexplate. The vvt oil control valve (camshaft timing oil control valve) uses a 10mm drive on a M6x1.0 thread, torqued to 10 Nm (7 ft-lbs) at the cylinder head cover, both banks. At the bank 1 secondary timing chain tensioner, the no. 2 chain tensioner bolt (bank 1) torques to 21 Nm (15 ft-lbs) (12mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the oil filter housing cap, plan for a 27mm (cap wrench) tool on a M20x1.5 stud; final torque is 17.2 Nm (13 ft-lbs) (oil filter (cartridge cap)). Oil drain plug tightens to 30 ft-lbs (41 Nm), takes a 14mm driver, runs on M14x1.5 threads, located at the oil pan drain plug. This figure is independently verified against OEM service data. The drive belt tensioner bolt uses a 14mm drive on a M10x1.25 thread, torqued to 21 Nm (15 ft-lbs) at the v-ribbed belt tensioner to water inlet housing. At the bank 2 (lh) cylinder head to block, the cylinder head bolt (bank 2) torques to Stage 1: 36 Nm (27 ft-lbs), Stage 2: +90°, Stage 3: +90° (12mm drive, M11x1.25 thread). For the cylinder block (v-valley), both, plan for a 12mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 20 Nm (15 ft-lbs) (knock sensor bolt). Timing chain cover bolt (area 1–3, m8) tightens to 21 Nm (15 ft-lbs), takes a 12mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the timing chain cover to cylinder block. The cylinder head bolt uses a 10mm Bi-Hex (Triple Square) drive on a M12x1.25 thread, torqued to Stage 1: 36 Nm (27 ft-lbs), Stage 2: 36 Nm (27 ft-lbs) verify, Stage 3: +90°, Stage 4: +90° at the cylinder head to block. At the lower oil pan (no. 2 oil pan), the oil pan drain plug torques to 30 ft-lbs (41 Nm) (14mm drive, M12x1.5 thread). This figure is independently verified against OEM service data. For the cylinder head cover, both banks, plan for a 10mm tool on a M6x1.0 stud; final torque is 10 Nm (7 ft-lbs) (vvt sensor bolt).

Drivetrain — 2009 Toyota RAV4

Drivetrain and driveline fasteners for the 2009 Toyota RAV4 — axle, transmission, and differential plugs. Wheel lug nut tightens to 76 ft-lbs (103 Nm), takes a 21mm driver, runs on M12x1.5 threads, located at the front and rear wheels. This figure is independently verified against OEM service data. The propeller shaft center bearing bracket bolt (4wd) uses a 14mm drive on a M10x1.25 thread, torqued to 37 Nm (27 ft-lbs) at the propeller shaft center support bearing to body. At the front differential ring gear to case (inside at), the front differential ring gear bolt torques to 95 Nm (70 ft-lbs) (14mm drive, M10x1.25 thread). For the rear hub / spindle (awd models), plan for a 30mm tool on a M26x1.5 stud; final torque is 216 Nm (159 ft-lbs) (rear axle shaft nut (rear cv axle nut – awd)). Rear differential drain / fill plug (awd) tightens to 39 Nm (29 ft-lbs), takes a 10mm Hex driver, runs on M22x1.5 threads, located at the rear differential carrier. The drive shaft bearing bracket bolt uses a 14mm drive on a M10x1.25 thread, torqued to 64 Nm (47 ft-lbs) at the rh drive shaft intermediate shaft bearing bracket to cylinder block. At the gf1a transfer case, the transfer case drain/fill plug (awd) torques to 49 Nm (36 ft-lbs) (10mm Hex drive, M30x1.5 thread). For the rear differential ring gear to differential case (awd), plan for a 14mm tool on a M12x1.25 stud; final torque is 90 Nm (66 ft-lbs) (rear differential ring gear bolt). Propeller shaft front flange bolt (awd) tightens to 35 Nm (26 ft-lbs), takes a 14mm driver, runs on M10x1.25 threads, located at the propeller shaft to transaxle companion flange. The rear differential support bolt (to suspension member) uses a 22mm drive on a M14x1.5 thread, torqued to 140 Nm (103 ft-lbs) at the rear differential to rear suspension member. At the gf1a transfer case to transaxle, the transfer case to transaxle bolt (awd) torques to 69 Nm (51 ft-lbs) (17mm drive, M12x1.25 thread). For the front hub / spindle, plan for a 30mm tool on a M26x1.5 stud; final torque is 216 Nm (159 ft-lbs) (front axle hub nut (front cv axle nut)). Propeller shaft flange bolt (4wd – to transaxle) tightens to 35 Nm (26 ft-lbs), takes a 14mm driver, runs on M10x1.25 threads, located at the propeller shaft front flange to transaxle companion flange. The rear axle shaft nut (4wd) uses a 30mm 12-Point Socket drive on a M26x1.5 thread, torqued to 216 Nm (159 ft-lbs) at the rear cv axle shaft / rear hub (4wd only).

Suspension — 2009 Toyota RAV4

Suspension and chassis fastener torque for the 2009 Toyota RAV4 — strut, control arm, and sway bar values. The front lower ball joint-to-steering knuckle nut uses a 22mm Castle Nut (cotter pin required) drive on a M14x1.5 thread, torqued to 133 Nm (98 ft-lbs) at the lower ball joint stud to steering knuckle. At the front sway bar end link to strut / stabilizer bar, the front sway bar end link nut torques to 74 Nm (55 ft-lbs) (17mm / 6mm Hex Hold drive, M12x1.25 thread). For the front strut tower mount to body, plan for a 14mm tool on a M10x1.25 stud; final torque is 50 Nm (37 ft-lbs) (front strut upper mount nut). Rear trailing arm bolt (front attachment) tightens to 150 Nm (111 ft-lbs), takes a 22mm driver, runs on M14x1.5 threads, located at the rear trailing arm to body (front side). The rear shock absorber lower bracket bolt uses a 17mm drive on a M12x1.25 thread, torqued to 80 Nm (59 ft-lbs) at the rear shock absorber bracket to rear axle carrier. At the rear stabilizer bar bracket to suspension member, the rear sway bar bracket bolt torques to 60 Nm (44 ft-lbs) (14mm drive, M10x1.25 thread). For the rear shock absorber lower mount, plan for a 17mm tool on a M12x1.25 stud; final torque is 80 Nm (59 ft-lbs) (rear shock absorber to suspension member bolt). Front lower control arm to crossmember bolt tightens to 233 Nm (172 ft-lbs), takes a 22mm driver, runs on M14x1.5 threads, located at the front lower control arm pivot bolt (to frame). The front lower control arm pivot bolt (to crossmember) uses a 22mm drive on a M14x1.5 thread, torqued to 233 Nm (172 ft-lbs) at the front lower control arm pivot to subframe/crossmember. At the rear trailing arm to body (front pivot), the rear trailing arm bolt – front pivot torques to 150 Nm (111 ft-lbs) (19mm drive, M14x1.5 thread). For the front strut lower clamp to steering knuckle, plan for a 22mm tool on a M14x1.5 stud; final torque is 240 Nm (177 ft-lbs) (front strut to steering knuckle bolt). Rear no. 1 suspension arm bolt (forward lower arm) tightens to 90 Nm (66 ft-lbs) inner / 100 Nm (74 ft-lbs) outer, takes a 17mm driver, runs on M12x1.25 threads, located at the rear no. 1 (forward lower) control arm, both ends. The rear wheel hub bearing bolt uses a 14mm drive on a M12x1.25 thread, torqued to 90 Nm (66 ft-lbs) at the rear axle carrier to rear axle hub and bearing assembly. At the rear no. 2 (rear lower) control arm, both ends, the rear no. 2 suspension arm bolt (rear lower arm) torques to 90 Nm (66 ft-lbs) (17mm drive, M12x1.25 thread). For the front strut piston rod to top mount, plan for a 19mm / Hex Bit Hold tool on a M12x1.25 stud; final torque is 47 Nm (35 ft-lbs) (front strut piston rod nut). Front axle hub nut (fwd) tightens to 216 Nm (159 ft-lbs), takes a 30mm 12-Point Socket driver, runs on M26x1.5 threads, located at the front cv axle shaft / hub. The front lower control arm ball joint-to-control arm bolt uses a 17mm drive on a M12x1.25 thread, torqued to 92 Nm (68 ft-lbs) at the lower ball joint flange to front lower control arm. At the rear sway bar bracket to rear suspension member, the rear stabilizer bar bracket bolt torques to 60 Nm (44 ft-lbs) (12mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the front strut to strut tower (upper), plan for a 17mm tool on a M10x1.25 stud; final torque is 50 Nm (37 ft-lbs) (front strut top mount nut). Rear lower control arm no. 1 bolt tightens to 100 Nm (74 ft-lbs), takes a 22mm driver, runs on M14x1.5 threads, located at the rear suspension no. 1 arm to axle carrier and suspension member. The front hub / wheel bearing bolt (knuckle to hub) uses a 17mm drive on a M12x1.25 thread, torqued to 96 Nm (71 ft-lbs) at the front axle hub to steering knuckle. At the front lower control arm to ball joint, the front lower control arm to ball joint bolt/nut torques to 92 Nm (68 ft-lbs) (17mm drive, M12x1.25 thread). For the front lower ball joint stud to knuckle, plan for a 21mm tool on a M14x1.5 stud; final torque is 133 Nm (98 ft-lbs) (front lower ball joint to steering knuckle nut). Rear axle hub bearing bolt (to carrier) tightens to 90 Nm (66 ft-lbs), takes a 17mm driver, runs on M12x1.25 threads, located at the rear axle hub and bearing to axle carrier. The front strut-to-steering knuckle bolt uses a 22mm drive on a M14x1.5 thread, torqued to 240 Nm (177 ft-lbs) at the front shock absorber lower bracket to steering knuckle. At the steering knuckle to front axle hub bearing, the front wheel hub bearing bolt torques to 96 Nm (71 ft-lbs) (17mm drive, M12x1.25 thread). For the rear sway bar end link to stabilizer bar / no. 2 arm, plan for a 17mm / 6mm Hex Hold tool on a M10x1.25 stud; final torque is 74 Nm (55 ft-lbs) at bar / 30 Nm (22 ft-lbs) at arm (rear sway bar end link nut). Rear upper control arm bolt (both ends) 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 / axle carrier. The rear upper control arm bolt uses a 17mm drive on a M12x1.25 thread, torqued to 90 Nm (66 ft-lbs) at the rear upper control arm to suspension member and axle carrier. At the rear trailing arm to body (rear pivot), the rear trailing arm bolt – rear pivot torques to 200 Nm (148 ft-lbs) (19mm drive, M14x1.5 thread). For the front stabilizer bar bracket to crossmember, plan for a 12mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 25 Nm (18 ft-lbs) (front sway bar bracket bolt). Rear shock absorber upper nut tightens to 80 Nm (59 ft-lbs), takes a 17mm driver, runs on M12x1.25 threads, located at the rear shock absorber to rear suspension member (upper).

Steering — 2009 Toyota RAV4

Steering linkage fasteners on the 2009 Toyota RAV4. At the power steering rack / gear to front crossmember, the power steering rack mounting bolt torques to 138 Nm (102 ft-lbs) (22mm drive, M14x1.5 thread). For the steering intermediate shaft u-joint clamp to gear / column, plan for a 14mm tool on a M10x1.25 stud; final torque is 35 Nm (26 ft-lbs) (steering intermediate shaft clamp bolt). Outer tie rod end-to-steering knuckle nut tightens to 49 Nm (36 ft-lbs), takes a 19mm Castle Nut driver, runs on M12x1.25 threads, located at the tie rod end ball stud to steering knuckle. The outer tie rod end nut uses a 19mm drive on a M12x1.25 thread, torqued to 49 Nm (36 ft-lbs) at the outer tie rod to steering knuckle. At the steering column to instrument panel reinforcement, the steering column mount bolt torques to 25 Nm (18 ft-lbs) (12mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the steering wheel hub to steering column shaft, plan for a 22mm tool on a M12x1.5 stud; final torque is 80 ft-lbs (108 Nm) (steering wheel nut). Steering rack mounting bolt tightens to 138 Nm (102 ft-lbs), takes a 19mm driver, runs on M14x1.5 threads, located at the power steering gear to front suspension crossmember. The inner tie rod (rack end) to rack uses a Special tool (crowfoot or inner tie rod tool) drive on a M14x1.5 thread, torqued to 60 Nm (44 ft-lbs) at the steering rack inner tie rod. At the steering column to intermediate shaft / rack coupling, the steering intermediate shaft u-joint pinch bolt torques to 35 Nm (26 ft-lbs) (14mm drive, M10x1.25 thread). For the inner tie rod ball end to steering rack housing, plan for a Special Crow Foot / Tie Rod Tool tool on a M27x1.5 stud; final torque is 60 Nm (44 ft-lbs) (inner tie rod to rack torque). Inner tie rod (rack end) lock nut tightens to 88 Nm (65 ft-lbs), takes a 24mm (15/16") driver, runs on M14x1.5 threads, located at the inner tie rod to outer tie rod (jam nut).

Body — 2009 Toyota RAV4

Body fasteners on the 2009 Toyota RAV4. For the rh engine mount insulator, plan for a 17mm tool on a M12x1.25 stud; final torque is 95 Nm (70 ft-lbs) (front engine mount (rh) bolt – insulator to frame bracket). Front subframe (suspension crossmember) bolt tightens to 137 Nm (101 ft-lbs), takes a 19mm driver, runs on M14x1.5 threads, located at the front suspension crossmember to body. The lh engine mount bracket bolt (to transaxle) uses a 17mm drive on a M12x1.25 thread, torqued to 64 Nm (47 ft-lbs) at the lh engine/transmission mount bracket. At the front suspension crossmember to body, the front subframe (crossmember) bolt to body torques to 145 Nm (107 ft-lbs) (22mm drive, M14x1.5 thread). For the rear engine mounting bracket to mount insulator, plan for a 17mm tool on a M12x1.25 stud; final torque is 95 Nm (70 ft-lbs) (rear engine mount (rr) bracket bolt). Front engine mount (fr) bracket bolt tightens to 145 Nm (107 ft-lbs), takes a 22mm driver, runs on M14x1.5 threads, located at the front engine mounting bracket to mount insulator.

Exhaust — 2009 Toyota RAV4

Exhaust fasteners on the 2009 Toyota RAV4. Exhaust manifold stay bolt/nut tightens to 44 Nm (32 ft-lbs), takes a 14mm driver, runs on M10x1.25 threads, located at the manifold stays to cylinder block and exhaust manifold. The manifold stay bolt (exhaust manifold to cylinder block) uses a 14mm drive on a M10x1.25 thread, torqued to 34 Nm (25 ft-lbs) at the exhaust manifold support stay. At the mid-pipe / tailpipe flanges, the center / tail pipe flange nut torques to 43 Nm (32 ft-lbs) (14mm drive, M10x1.25 thread). For the exhaust manifold / before catalytic converter, plan for a 22mm O2 Sensor Socket tool on a M18x1.5 stud; final torque is 44 Nm (33 ft-lbs) (upstream oxygen sensor / air-fuel ratio sensor (bank 1 sensor 1)). Exhaust manifold bolt – bank 2 (lh) tightens to 21 Nm (15 ft-lbs), takes a 12mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the lh exhaust manifold to cylinder head. 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 exhaust manifold, both banks (upstream), the air/fuel ratio sensor (upstream o2 sensor) torques to 44 Nm (32 ft-lbs) (22mm (O2 sensor socket) drive, M18x1.5 thread). For the rh exhaust manifold to cylinder head, plan for a 12mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 21 Nm (15 ft-lbs) (exhaust manifold bolt – bank 1 (rh)). Exhaust manifold heat insulator bolt (no. 2) tightens to 8.5 Nm (75 in-lbs), takes a 10mm driver, runs on M6x1.0 threads, located at the exhaust manifold heat shield. The front exhaust pipe flange nut (manifold to down-pipe) uses a 14mm drive on a M10x1.25 thread, torqued to 62 Nm (46 ft-lbs) at the exhaust manifold to front pipe / down-pipe flange. At the after catalytic converter, the downstream oxygen sensor (bank 1 sensor 2) torques to 44 Nm (33 ft-lbs) (22mm O2 Sensor Socket drive, M18x1.5 thread). For the no. 1 exhaust manifold heat insulator to manifold, plan for a 10mm tool on a M6x1.0 stud; final torque is 12 Nm (9 ft-lbs) (exhaust manifold heat shield bolt). Front exhaust pipe flange bolt tightens to 43 Nm (32 ft-lbs), takes a 14mm driver, runs on M10x1.25 threads, located at the front exhaust pipe to exhaust manifold/catalytic converter. The downstream oxygen sensor (front pipe) uses a 22mm (O2 sensor socket) drive on a M18x1.5 thread, torqued to 44 Nm (32 ft-lbs) at the front exhaust pipe (downstream of cat).

Electrical — 2009 Toyota RAV4

Electrical fasteners on the 2009 Toyota RAV4. The rear abs wheel speed sensor bolt uses a 10mm drive on a M6x1.0 thread, torqued to 8.5 Nm (75 in-lbs) at the rear abs sensor to rear axle carrier. At the front abs sensor to steering knuckle, the front abs wheel speed sensor bolt torques to 8.5 Nm (75 in-lbs) (10mm drive, M6x1.0 thread).

Transmission — 2009 Toyota RAV4

Transmission fasteners on the 2009 Toyota RAV4. At the automatic transaxle oil pan to transaxle case, the automatic transmission pan bolt torques to 7.6 Nm (67 in-lbs) (10mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the engine mount bracket fr to transaxle, plan for a 17mm tool on a M12x1.25 stud; final torque is 64 Nm (47 ft-lbs) (transmission mount bracket bolt (engine side)). Transaxle housing to engine block bolt (upper) tightens to 64 Nm (47 ft-lbs), takes a 17mm driver, runs on M12x1.25 threads, located at the transaxle bell housing to engine block. The transaxle differential ring gear bolt (front) uses a 14mm drive on a M12x1.25 thread, torqued to 95 Nm (70 ft-lbs) at the front differential ring gear to differential case. At the automatic transmission oil pan to case, the transmission oil pan bolt torques to 7.8 Nm (69 in-lbs) (12mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the torque converter to drive plate (flexplate), plan for a 14mm tool on a M10x1.25 stud; final torque is 41 Nm (30 ft-lbs) (torque converter bolts (to flexplate)). Transmission oil drain plug tightens to 30 ft-lbs (41 Nm), takes a 10mm Hex driver, runs on M14x1.5 threads, located at the automatic transmission oil pan. This figure is independently verified against OEM service data. The automatic transmission drain plug uses a 10mm Hex (Allen) drive on a M18x1.5 thread, torqued to 47 Nm (35 ft-lbs) at the automatic transaxle oil pan drain. At the torque converter to drive plate (flexplate), the torque converter-to-flexplate bolt torques to 41 Nm (30 ft-lbs) (14mm drive, M10x1.25 thread). For the transaxle housing to engine block (a bolts), plan for a 17mm tool on a M12x1.25 stud; final torque is 64 Nm (47 ft-lbs) (transaxle-to-engine block bolt (main)).

Cooling System — 2009 Toyota RAV4

Cooling System fasteners on the 2009 Toyota RAV4. For the upper radiator support / shroud to radiator, plan for a 10mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 10.5 Nm (8 ft-lbs) (radiator upper support bracket bolt). Water outlet bolt tightens to 10 Nm (7 ft-lbs), takes a 12mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the water outlet (coolant neck) to cylinder head. The water inlet housing bolt uses a 12mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 10 Nm (7 ft-lbs) at the thermostat / water inlet housing to cylinder block. At the water pump assembly to cylinder block/timing cover, the water pump bolt torques to 21 Nm (15 ft-lbs) (12mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the upper radiator support to radiator support lh/rh, plan for a 12mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 29 Nm (21 ft-lbs) (upper radiator support bolt). Water pump pulley bolt tightens to 21 Nm (15 ft-lbs), takes a 10mm driver, runs on M6x1.0 threads, located at the water pump pulley to water pump. The water pump bolt (bolt a – m8) uses a 12mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 21 Nm (15 ft-lbs) at the water pump to cylinder block. At the thermostat housing / water inlet to cylinder block, the thermostat housing (water inlet) bolt torques to 43 Nm (32 ft-lbs) (12mm drive, M8x1.25 thread).

Fuel System — 2009 Toyota RAV4

Fuel System fasteners on the 2009 Toyota RAV4. Fuel rail (delivery pipe) bolt tightens to 20 Nm (15 ft-lbs), takes a 12mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the fuel delivery pipe to cylinder head. The fuel pump/sender unit lock ring uses a Special Lock Ring Wrench drive on a Special Lock Ring thread, torqued to 1.5 Nm (13 in-lbs) at the fuel sender gauge assembly to fuel tank. At the fuel tank retaining bands to body, the fuel tank band (strap) bolt torques to 40 Nm (30 ft-lbs) (14mm drive, M10x1.25 thread). For the in-tank fuel pump / sender to fuel tank, plan for a Spanner wrench / lock ring tool tool on a Special (multi-lock tab ring) stud; final torque is Hand tight + lock (align marks) (fuel sender / pump lock ring). Fuel tank band bolt tightens to 40 Nm (30 ft-lbs), takes a 14mm driver, runs on M10x1.25 threads, located at the fuel tank strap to body. The filler pipe to body bolt uses a 12mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 24 Nm (17 ft-lbs) at the fuel filler pipe / neck to body.

Emissions — 2009 Toyota RAV4

Emissions fasteners on the 2009 Toyota RAV4. The ventilation valve (pcv valve) to cylinder head cover uses a 27mm drive on a M22x1.5 thread, torqued to 27 Nm (20 ft-lbs) at the cylinder head cover (lh bank), pcv valve. At the evap charcoal canister to body, the evap canister bolt torques to 20 Nm (15 ft-lbs) (12mm drive, M8x1.25 thread).

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