2026 Toyota RAV4 Lug Nut Torque & Bolt Specs

The 2026 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 2026 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 2026 Toyota RAV4

Repair guidance for this model year

For 2026 late-model work: Modern vehicles increasingly use aluminum body and suspension components. Aluminum fastener torque is typically 60-70% of equivalent steel torque, and aluminum threads strip easily. Use a calibrated torque wrench and apply anti-seize on any steel fastener threading into aluminum.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the lug nut torque on a 2026 Toyota RAV4?

The OEM-specified lug-nut torque for the 2026 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 2026 Toyota RAV4 lug nuts?

The 2026 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 2026 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 313 2026 Toyota RAV4 fastener specs

Per-bolt torque, wrench size, and thread spec for the 2026 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. 10 of the 313 fastener specs on this page are independently verified against OEM service manuals and manufacturer torque data (last reviewed June 2026).

Brakes — 2026 Toyota RAV4

Brake fasteners on the 2026 Toyota RAV4 — caliper bracket, slide pins, and banjo bolt torque follow. For the front brake caliper bracket to aluminum steering knuckle, plan for a 17mm tool on a M12x1.25 stud; final torque is 79 ft-lbs (107 Nm) (front brake caliper bracket bolt (aluminum knuckle)). Confirmed against manufacturer service literature. Front brake caliper guide pin bolt tightens to 25 ft-lbs (34 Nm), takes a 14mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the front caliper sliding pin. This figure is independently verified against OEM service data. The rear flexible hose bracket bolt (to axle carrier) uses a 12mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 29 Nm (21 ft-lbs) at the rear flexible brake hose bracket to rear axle carrier. At the brake line fittings / caliper banjo, the brake line union nut (brake pipe fitting) torques to 15 Nm (11 ft-lbs) (12mm Brake Line Wrench drive, M10x1.0 thread). For the rear brake caliper to bracket (slide pins), plan for a 14mm (hold pin with hex) tool on a M10x1.25 stud; final torque is 27 Nm (20 ft-lbs) (rear brake caliper guide pin bolts). Rear no. 2 parking brake wire nut (to trailing arm) tightens to 15.5 Nm (11 ft-lbs), takes a 12mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the rear parking brake cable to rear trailing arm. The rear brake caliper bracket bolt uses a 17mm drive on a M10x1.25 thread, torqued to 88 Nm (65 ft-lbs) at the rear brake caliper bracket to axle carrier. At the rear brake caliper bracket to rear axle carrier, the rear brake caliper bracket bolts (17mm drive, M12x1.25 thread). For the front brake flexible hose to caliper, plan for a 17mm tool on a M10x1.25 banjo stud; final torque is 29 Nm (21 ft-lbs) (brake flexible hose to caliper banjo bolt (front)). Front brake caliper guide pin bolts tightens to 25 ft-lbs (34 Nm), takes a 14mm (hold pin with 6mm hex) driver, runs on M10x1.25 threads, located at the front brake caliper to bracket (slide pins). Confirmed against manufacturer service literature. The rear abs speed sensor bolt (to rear axle carrier) uses a 10mm drive on a M6x1.0 thread, torqued to 8.5 Nm (75 in-lbs) at the rear wheel speed sensor to rear axle carrier. At the rear caliper sliding pin, the rear brake caliper guide pin bolt torques to 27 Nm (20 ft-lbs) (12mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the all four brake calipers, plan for a 11mm tool on a M7x1.0 stud; final torque is 8 Nm (6 ft-lbs) (brake bleeder screw). Abs wheel speed sensor bolt (front) tightens to 8 Nm (71 in-lbs), takes a 10mm driver, runs on M6x1.0 threads, located at the front abs speed sensor to steering knuckle. The front brake caliper bracket bolts (aluminum knuckle) uses a 17mm drive on a M12x1.25 thread, torqued to 79 ft-lbs (107 Nm) at the front brake caliper bracket to steering knuckle. OEM-verified spec. At the rear disc brake caliper to rear axle carrier sub-assembly, the rear brake caliper assembly bolts (to axle carrier) torques to 107 Nm (79 ft-lbs) (17mm drive, M12x1.25 thread). For the front flexible hose and speed sensor to front shock absorber, plan for a 12mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 29 Nm (21 ft-lbs) (front abs speed sensor / brake hose bracket bolt (to strut)). Front brake caliper bracket bolt (steel knuckle) tightens to 79 ft-lbs (107 Nm), takes a 17mm driver, runs on M12x1.25 threads, located at the front brake caliper bracket to steering knuckle. OEM-verified spec. The front brake caliper bracket bolts (to steering knuckle) uses a 17mm drive on a M12x1.25 thread, torqued to 107 Nm (79 ft-lbs) steel knuckle; 150 Nm (111 ft-lbs) aluminum knuckle at the front disc brake caliper bracket to steering knuckle. At the front wheel speed sensor to steering knuckle, the front abs speed sensor bolt (to steering knuckle) torques to 8.5 Nm (75 in-lbs) (10mm drive, M6x1.0 thread).

Engine — 2026 Toyota RAV4

Engine bolt-by-bolt torque for the 2026 Toyota RAV4, including the long block, valve covers, and intake. Ignition coil bolt tightens to 7.5 Nm (66 in-lbs), takes a 10mm driver, runs on M6x1.0 threads, located at the valve cover / spark plug tubes. The camshaft bearing cap bolt (intake/exhaust) uses a 10mm drive on a M6x1.0 thread, torqued to 29 Nm (21 ft-lbs) at the camshaft housing / cylinder head. At the upper oil pan to cylinder block, the oil pan bolt (upper/no. 1 pan) torques to 10 Nm (7 ft-lbs) (12mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the camshaft position sensors (intake and exhaust), plan for a 10mm tool on a M6x1.0 stud; final torque is 9 Nm (80 in-lbs) (camshaft position sensor bolt). Connecting rod bearing cap bolt tightens to Stage 1: 38 Nm (28 ft-lbs), Stage 2: +90°, takes a 12mm driver, runs on M8x1.0 threads, located at the connecting rod / crankshaft journal. The intake manifold bolts uses a 12mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 24 Nm (18 ft-lbs) at the intake manifold to cylinder head. At the cylinder head — all 4 cylinders, the spark plug torques to 15 ft-lbs (20 Nm) (16mm spark plug socket drive, M14x1.25 thread). This figure is independently verified against OEM service data. For the timing chain front cover, plan for a 10mm tool on a M6x1.0 stud; final torque is 24 Nm (18 ft-lbs) (no. 2 timing chain cover bolts). Engine mounting insulator lh bolts (to transaxle) tightens to 42 Nm (31 ft-lbs), takes a 14mm driver, runs on M10x1.25 threads, located at the left engine mount (torque rod) to transaxle. The straight screw plug (cylinder block service plug) uses a 14mm Hex drive on a M22x1.5 thread, torqued to 20 Nm (15 ft-lbs) at the cylinder block sub-assembly — coolant passage. At the timing chain — chain tensioner, the no. 1 chain tensioner assembly nut torques to 10 Nm (7 ft-lbs) (12mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the timing chain cover — exhaust camshaft, plan for a 5mm Hex Socket tool on a M6x1.0 stud; final torque is 19 Nm (14 ft-lbs) (camshaft timing exhaust gear assembly bolt). Oil pressure/temperature sensor tightens to 15 Nm (11 ft-lbs), takes a 19mm driver, runs on M12x1.5 threads, located at the engine block / oil gallery. The chain tensioner nut (no. 1) uses a 10mm drive on a M6x1.0 thread, torqued to 10 Nm (7 ft-lbs) at the timing chain tensioner, chain cover. At the oil strainer / pick-up to oil pan, the oil strainer union (oil pick-up) torques to 30 Nm (22 ft-lbs) (24mm drive, M20x1.5 thread). For the intake manifold to cylinder head, plan for a 12mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 24 Nm (18 ft-lbs) (intake manifold bolt). Water by-pass pipe bolt b (to cylinder block) tightens to 10 Nm (7 ft-lbs), takes a 12mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the water by-pass pipe at cylinder block. The cylinder block straight screw plug uses a 27mm Hex drive on a M20x1.5 thread, torqued to 20 Nm (15 ft-lbs) at the cylinder block coolant passage plugs. At the front engine mount insulator, the front engine mounting insulator to bracket bolt torques to 72 Nm (53 ft-lbs) (17mm drive, M12x1.25 thread). For the engine oil filter housing, plan for a 64mm Oil Filter Cap / 3/4" drive tool on a M20x1.5 stud; final torque is 13 Nm (10 ft-lbs) (oil filter (cartridge housing)). V-ribbed belt tensioner bolt tightens to 21 Nm (15 ft-lbs), takes a 12mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the accessory belt tensioner (air conditioning compressor drive). The camshaft timing exhaust gear bolt uses a SST (3 bolts pattern) drive on a M18x1.5 thread, torqued to 19 Nm (14 ft-lbs) at the exhaust camshaft timing gear. At the cylinder head to block, the cylinder head set bolt torques to Stage 1: 90 Nm (66 ft-lbs), Stage 2: +90°, Stage 3: +90° (12mm Bi-Hex (Socket) drive, M12x1.25 thread). For the cylinder head to block, plan for a 12mm hex socket tool on a M12x1.25 stud; final torque is Stage 1: 90 Nm (66 ft-lbs), Stage 2: +90°, Stage 3: +90° (cylinder head bolt). Rear engine mounting insulator bolt and nut tightens to 72 Nm (53 ft-lbs), takes a 17mm driver, runs on M12x1.25 threads, located at the rear engine mount insulator to bracket. The camshaft timing gear assembly bolt (intake vvt) uses a 46mm or SST drive on a M18x1.5 thread, torqued to 86 Nm (63 ft-lbs) at the intake camshaft timing gear. At the engine top cover to no. 2 timing chain cover, the no. 2 engine cover bolts torques to 10 Nm (7 ft-lbs) (10mm drive, M6x1.0 thread). For the front of engine block — timing cover, plan for a 12mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 24 Nm (18 ft-lbs) (no. 2 timing chain cover assembly bolts). Crankshaft pulley bolt tightens to 260 Nm (192 ft-lbs), takes a 22mm driver, runs on M16x1.5 threads, located at the crankshaft front / harmonic balancer. The oil filter sub-assembly uses a Hand tight + 3/4 turn (no torque wrench access) drive on a M20x1.5 thread, torqued to 17.5 Nm (13 ft-lbs) at the engine block — passenger side. At the front crossmember engine mount bracket to transaxle, the transverse engine mounting bracket bolts torques to 42 Nm (31 ft-lbs) (14mm drive, M10x1.25 thread). For the water by-pass pipe at intake manifold, plan for a 12mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 21 Nm (15 ft-lbs) (water by-pass pipe bolt a (to intake manifold)). Oil pan drain plug tightens to 30 ft-lbs (41 Nm), takes a 14mm driver, runs on M14x1.5 threads, located at the no. 2 oil pan (lower). Confirmed against manufacturer service literature. The no. 1 chain tensioner nut uses a 12mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 10 Nm (7 ft-lbs) at the timing chain tensioner. At the engine oil cooler, the oil cooler bolt torques to 16 Nm (12 ft-lbs) (12mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the intake camshaft timing gear, plan for a 10mm bi-hex (12-point) tool on a M10x1.25 stud; final torque is 86 Nm (63 ft-lbs) (camshaft timing gear bolt (intake)). Oil pump relief valve plug tightens to 53 Nm (39 ft-lbs), takes a 24mm driver, runs on M16x1.5 threads, located at the oil pump body. The camshaft timing gear assembly bolt (intake vvt-ie) uses a 10mm Bi-Hex drive on a M10x1.25 thread, torqued to 86 Nm (63 ft-lbs) at the timing chain cover — intake camshaft. At the rear engine/transmission mount to transaxle case, the rear engine mounting bracket sub-assembly bolts (to transaxle) torques to 42 Nm (31 ft-lbs) (14mm drive, M10x1.25 thread). For the front timing chain cover, plan for a 10mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 24 Nm (18 ft-lbs) (timing chain cover bolt (no. 2 cover)).

Drivetrain — 2026 Toyota RAV4

Drivetrain and driveline fasteners for the 2026 Toyota RAV4 — axle, transmission, and differential plugs. The propeller shaft to rear differential flange nuts uses a 14mm drive on a M10x1.25 thread, torqued to 35 Nm (26 ft-lbs) at the rear propeller shaft to rear differential (awd). At the q610 rear traction motor to rear suspension member sub-assembly, the rear electric motor (q610) assembly — mounting bolt a torques to 86 Nm (63 ft-lbs) (17mm drive, M12x1.25 thread). For the tv-awd differential support to body/subframe, plan for a 14mm tool on a M10x1.25 stud; final torque is 82 Nm (60 ft-lbs) (tv-awd differential support bolt a (4 bolts/2 nuts)). Tv-awd rear differential support to carrier bolts tightens to 120 Nm (89 ft-lbs), takes a 17mm driver, runs on M12x1.25 threads, located at the torque vectoring differential support mounting. The propeller shaft to transfer case flange nuts uses a 14mm drive on a M10x1.25 thread, torqued to 35 Nm (26 ft-lbs) at the front propeller shaft to transfer case (awd). At the rear differential support bracket to rear suspension member, the rear differential support to suspension member bolt torques to 130 Nm (96 ft-lbs) (19mm drive, M14x1.5 thread). For the front hub / spindle, plan for a 30mm socket tool on a M26x1.5 stud; final torque is 294 Nm (217 ft-lbs) (front axle shaft nut (front cv axle)). Rear differential drain/fill plug (e-four mgr unit) tightens to 39 Nm (29 ft-lbs), takes a 24mm Hex driver, runs on M20x1.5 threads, located at the rear differential / rear motor gear unit. The rear axle shaft nut (rear cv axle — awd) uses a 30mm socket drive on a M26x1.5 thread, torqued to 216 Nm (159 ft-lbs) at the rear hub / spindle — awd models. At the rear traction motor with transaxle assembly, the rear electric motor (q610) fluid fill plug torques to 39 Nm (29 ft-lbs) (10mm Hex Socket drive, M16x1.5 thread). For the tv-awd differential support to body/subframe, plan for a 12mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 38.5 Nm (28 ft-lbs) (tv-awd differential support bolt b (smaller)). Front drive shaft inner cv joint bolts tightens to 294 Nm (217 ft-lbs), takes a 14mm (staked/retained design; no bolt on some variants) driver, runs on M10x1.25 threads, located at the front drive shaft inner joint to transaxle. The transfer case fill plug uses a 10mm hex socket drive on a M22x1.5 (10mm hex socket) thread, torqued to 39 Nm (29 ft-lbs) at the transfer case (gf1a/gf2a) — awd. At the transfer case (gf1a/gf2a) — awd, the transfer case drain plug torques to 39 Nm (29 ft-lbs) (10mm hex socket drive, M22x1.5 (10mm hex socket) thread). For the rh drive shaft center bearing bracket to block, plan for a 14mm tool on a M10x1.25 stud; final torque is 63.7 Nm (47 ft-lbs) (drive shaft bearing bracket bolts). Front axle hub nut (front drive axle nut) tightens to 290 Nm (214 ft-lbs), takes a 30mm 12-point driver, runs on M30x1.5 threads, located at the front hub / cv axle shaft. The tv-awd differential carrier to rear suspension member — bolts a uses a 17mm drive on a M12x1.25 thread, torqued to 86 Nm (63 ft-lbs) at the tv-awd differential carrier to rear subframe. At the rear hub / drive axle shaft, the rear axle shaft nut (e-four drive axle) torques to 216 Nm (159 ft-lbs) (27mm 12-point drive, M27x1.5 thread). For the front/rear wheels — all 4 corners, plan for a 21mm tool on a M12x1.5 stud; final torque is 76 ft-lbs (103 Nm) (wheel lug nut). OEM-verified spec. Rear electric motor (q610) assembly — mounting bolt b tightens to 130 Nm (96 ft-lbs), takes a 19mm driver, runs on M14x1.5 threads, located at the q610 rear traction motor to rear suspension member sub-assembly — through-bolt. The tv-awd differential carrier to rear suspension member — bolt b uses a 19mm drive on a M14x1.5 thread, torqued to 130 Nm (96 ft-lbs) at the tv-awd differential carrier to rear subframe. At the tv-awd rear differential damper, the tv-awd rear differential damper bolt torques to 20 Nm (15 ft-lbs) (12mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the propeller shaft center bearing to body (awd), plan for a 12mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 36.8 Nm (27 ft-lbs) (propeller shaft center support bearing bolts). Rear differential drain plug (standard awd — fd13ae) tightens to 39 Nm (29 ft-lbs), takes a 10mm hex socket driver, runs on M22x1.5 (10mm hex socket) threads, located at the rear differential (non-tv-awd). The rear differential (q610) drain plug uses a 10mm Hex Socket drive on a M14x1.5 thread, torqued to 39 Nm (29 ft-lbs) at the rear electric motor / differential housing. At the transfer case housing, the transfer case breather plug torques to 11.3 Nm (100 in-lbs) (14mm drive, M12x1.25 thread). For the q610 rear traction motor to rear suspension member sub-assembly — lower bolt, plan for a 14mm tool on a M10x1.25 stud; final torque is 55 Nm (41 ft-lbs) (rear electric motor (q610) assembly — mounting bolt c). Front axle shaft nut (cv axle nut) tightens to 294 Nm (217 ft-lbs), takes a 30mm Deep Socket driver, runs on M30x1.5 threads, located at the front hub / cv axle — lh and rh. The no. 1 transfer case plug uses a 27mm drive on a M22x1.5 thread, torqued to 49 Nm (36 ft-lbs) at the transfer case secondary plug.

Suspension — 2026 Toyota RAV4

Suspension and chassis fastener torque for the 2026 Toyota RAV4 — strut, control arm, and sway bar values. At the rear shock absorber lower end to rear axle carrier sub-assembly, the rear shock absorber lower nut (to rear axle carrier) torques to 125 Nm (92 ft-lbs) (Ball joint lock nut wrench (SST) + 19mm drive, M14x1.5 thread). For the front lower control arm to front subframe (rear pivot), plan for a 17mm tool on a M12x1.25 stud; final torque is 135 Nm (100 ft-lbs) (front lower control arm to front frame bolt 3). Front stabilizer (sway bar) bracket bolts tightens to 44 Nm (32 ft-lbs), takes a 14mm driver, runs on M10x1.25 threads, located at the front sway bar bushing bracket to frame. The rear upper control arm bolt and nut uses a 17mm drive on a M12x1.25 thread, torqued to 73 Nm (54 ft-lbs) at the rear upper control arm to rear axle carrier. At the front strut top mount to strut tower, the front strut upper mounting nuts (strut tower) torques to 50 Nm (37 ft-lbs) (17mm drive, M10x1.25 thread). For the front suspension crossmember / subframe to body — front, plan for a 21mm tool on a M14x1.5 stud; final torque is 113 Nm (82 ft-lbs) (front suspension crossmember to body bolts — front side). Trd off-road rear shock absorber lower mounting bolt (trd off-road) tightens to 125 Nm (92 ft-lb), takes a 22mm (nut); 17mm (bolt head) driver, runs on M14x1.5 threads, located at the rear suspension, lower shock mount at rear axle carrier. The front stabilizer link nut (end link) uses a 17mm (hold stud with 6mm hex) drive on a M12x1.25 thread, torqued to 74 Nm (55 ft-lbs) at the front sway bar end link to strut / stabilizer. At the rear shock absorber lower clevis to axle carrier, the rear shock absorber lower mounting bolts (to carrier) torques to 55 Nm (41 ft-lbs) (17mm drive, M12x1.25 thread). For the rear trailing arm to rear axle carrier, plan for a 21mm tool on a M14x1.5 stud; final torque is 150 Nm (111 ft-lbs) (rear trailing arm to axle carrier bolt). Front strut to knuckle bolts and nuts tightens to 290 Nm (214 ft-lbs), takes a 22mm driver, runs on M14x1.5 threads, located at the front strut lower pinch clamp to steering knuckle. The rear trailing arm to rear axle carrier — bolt b uses a 17mm drive on a M12x1.25 thread, torqued to 75 Nm (55 ft-lbs) at the rear trailing arm to rear axle carrier sub-assembly — secondary bolt. At the rear shock absorber to chassis frame (body upper mount), the rear shock absorber body bolts (to chassis) torques to 55 Nm (41 ft-lbs) (14mm drive, M10x1.25 thread). For the front strut lower mount to steering knuckle, plan for a 19mm (with 17mm wrench on bolt head) tool on a M14x1.5 stud; final torque is 290 Nm (214 ft-lbs) (front strut-to-knuckle bolt). Rear axle hub bolts (hub to carrier — fwd/awd) tightens to 90 Nm (66 ft-lbs), takes a 17mm driver, runs on M12x1.25 threads, located at the rear axle hub assembly to rear axle carrier. The front axle hub sub-assembly bolts (to steering knuckle) uses a 17mm drive on a M12x1.25 thread, torqued to 120 Nm (89 ft-lbs) at the front hub / bearing assembly to steering knuckle. At the rear subframe (suspension member) to body, the rear suspension member to body nuts — nut b torques to 158 Nm (117 ft-lbs) (22mm drive, M16x1.5 thread). For the front stabilizer bar bracket to subframe, plan for a 14mm tool on a M10x1.25 stud; final torque is 44 Nm (32 ft-lbs) (front stabilizer bar bracket bolt). Front strut upper mount nuts (to body) tightens to 50 Nm (37 ft-lbs), takes a 14mm driver, runs on M10x1.25 threads, located at the front strut top mount to strut tower. The front hub bearing bolts (hub to knuckle) uses a 17mm drive on a M12x1.25 thread, torqued to 120 Nm (89 ft-lbs) at the front hub bearing assembly to steering knuckle. At the rear no. 2 suspension arm — lower control arm cover, the lower control arm cover bolt (rear no. 2 arm) torques to 12 Nm (9 ft-lbs) (10mm drive, M6x1.0 thread). For the front lower control arm to front frame — rear, plan for a 22mm tool on a M14x1.5 stud; final torque is 135 Nm (100 ft-lbs) (front lower control arm (no. 1) rear bolt). Front stabilizer (sway bar) link to strut nut tightens to 74 Nm (55 ft-lbs), takes a 18mm (with 6mm hex to hold ball stud) driver, runs on M12x1.25 threads, located at the front sway bar end link to strut. The front strut piston rod top nut (strut disassembly/reassembly) uses a 17mm (hold rod with 6mm hex) drive on a M10x1.25 thread, torqued to 47 Nm (35 ft-lbs) at the front shock absorber — piston rod to support. At the front strut piston rod to top mount, the front strut rod nut (center top nut) torques to 47 Nm (35 ft-lbs) (24mm (with 6mm hex to hold rod) drive, M16x1.5 thread). For the front shock absorber assembly to steering knuckle, plan for a 19mm tool on a M14x1.5 stud; final torque is 290 Nm (214 ft-lbs) (front strut-to-knuckle bolts and nuts). Front lower control arm to front frame (rear bushing bolts) tightens to 233 Nm (172 ft-lbs), takes a 22mm driver, runs on M16x1.5 threads, located at the front lower suspension arm rear pivot to front suspension crossmember. The rear shock absorber assembly to vehicle bolt — lower bracket (trd off-road) uses a 17mm drive on a M12x1.25 thread, torqued to 55 Nm (41 ft-lb) at the rear suspension, lower bracket-to-body/knuckle bolts (2 bolts). At the front lower ball joint to lower suspension arm and steering knuckle, the front lower control arm ball joint to lower arm / knuckle torques to 92 Nm (68 ft-lbs) (17mm drive, M12x1.25 thread). For the rear trailing arm front bushing to body, plan for a 22mm tool on a M16x1.5 stud; final torque is 200 Nm (148 ft-lbs) (rear trailing arm to body bolt (front pivot)). Trd off-road rear shock absorber upper nut (trd off-road) tightens to 25 Nm (18 ft-lb), takes a 17mm (hold rod with 6mm hex key) driver, runs on M10x1.25 threads, located at the rear suspension, upper strut rod nut inside cargo/suspension tower. The rear suspension member to body bolts — bolt a uses a 22mm drive on a M16x1.5 thread, torqued to 158 Nm (117 ft-lbs) at the rear subframe (suspension member) to body. At the front lower control arm to front frame — front & middle, the front lower control arm (no. 1) front and middle bolts torques to 200 Nm (148 ft-lbs) (22mm drive, M14x1.5 thread). For the rear trailing arm to rear axle carrier sub-assembly, plan for a 19mm tool on a M14x1.5 stud; final torque is 135 Nm (100 ft-lbs) (rear trailing arm to rear axle carrier — bolt a). Rear trailing arm to body bolt tightens to 90 Nm (66 ft-lbs), takes a 19mm driver, runs on M14x1.5 threads, located at the rear trailing arm to vehicle body. The rear shock absorber lower bolt (to axle carrier) uses a 19mm drive on a M14x1.5 thread, torqued to 125 Nm (92 ft-lbs) at the rear shock absorber to rear axle carrier. At the rear shock absorber to body/wheelhouse, the rear shock absorber upper nuts torques to 55 Nm (41 ft-lbs) (14mm drive, M10x1.25 thread). For the front lower ball joint to steering knuckle, plan for a 21mm tool on a M14x1.5 stud; final torque is 133 Nm (98 ft-lbs) (front lower ball joint nut). Front stabilizer bar bracket bolts (to front frame) tightens to 44 Nm (32 ft-lbs), takes a 14mm driver, runs on M10x1.25 threads, located at the no. 1 front stabilizer bar bracket to front frame/crossmember. The trd front strut top mount nut (trd off-road) uses a 17mm drive on a M10x1.25 thread, torqued to 50 Nm (37 ft-lb) at the engine bay, top of front strut tower — 3 nuts per side. At the rear strut / shock absorber — piston rod top nut, the rear shock absorber top nut (piston rod to support) torques to 25 Nm (18 ft-lbs) (SST 09729-97202 (hold rod with 6mm hex) drive, M10x1.25 thread). For the front lower control arm (suspension arm) to front subframe, plan for a 21mm tool on a M14x1.5 stud; final torque is 200 Nm (148 ft-lbs) (front lower control arm to front frame bolt 1 & 2). Front stabilizer link nut (to front strut) tightens to 74 Nm (55 ft-lbs), takes a 18mm (hold ball stud with 6mm hex) driver, runs on M12x1.25 threads, located at the front sway bar link to front shock absorber. The front axle hub bolts (hub to knuckle) uses a 17mm drive on a M12x1.25 thread, torqued to 120 Nm (89 ft-lbs) at the front axle hub to steering knuckle. At the front suspension crossmember / subframe to body — rear, the front suspension crossmember to body bolts — rear side torques to 157 Nm (115 ft-lbs) (21mm drive, M14x1.5 thread). For the rear lower no. 2 suspension arm to carrier, plan for a 21mm tool on a M14x1.5 stud; final torque is 100 Nm (74 ft-lbs) (rear no. 2 suspension arm nut). Rear suspension member to body — nut c (stopper nut) tightens to 18 Nm (13 ft-lbs), takes a 13mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the rear subframe lower stopper nut. The front strut top mount nuts (upper strut) uses a 14mm drive on a M10x1.25 thread, torqued to 50 Nm (37 ft-lbs) at the strut top hat to strut tower. At the rear upper control arm to rear axle carrier sub-assembly, the rear upper control arm to rear axle carrier torques to 73 Nm (54 ft-lbs) (17mm drive, M12x1.25 thread). For the rear lower no. 2 suspension arm to rear axle carrier, plan for a 19mm tool on a M14x1.5 stud; final torque is 100 Nm (74 ft-lbs) (rear no. 2 suspension arm nut (lower trailing/lateral arm)). Rear no. 1 suspension arm to rear axle carrier tightens to 73 Nm (54 ft-lbs), takes a 17mm driver, runs on M12x1.25 threads, located at the rear lower no. 1 suspension arm to rear axle carrier sub-assembly. The rear suspension no. 1 arm to rear suspension member nut uses a 21mm drive on a M14x1.5 thread, torqued to 73 Nm (54 ft-lbs) at the rear no. 1 suspension arm (front lower) to subframe. At the rear shock absorber piston rod, the rear shock absorber rod nut (top) torques to 25 Nm (18 ft-lbs) (17mm (with 6mm hex to hold rod) drive, M12x1.25 thread). For the rear shock absorber upper mount to body, plan for a 21mm ball joint nut wrench tool on a M14x1.5 stud; final torque is 125 Nm (92 ft-lbs) (rear shock absorber upper body nut (to body)). Front lower ball joint to control arm bolt and nuts tightens to 92 Nm (68 ft-lbs), takes a 17mm driver, runs on M12x1.25 threads, located at the front lower ball joint to lower control arm. The rear wheel alignment toe adjust cam nut uses a 19mm (hold cam with 17mm during torque) drive on a M14x1.5 thread, torqued to 103 Nm (76 ft-lbs) at the rear suspension toe adjust cam sub-assembly.

Steering — 2026 Toyota RAV4

Steering linkage fasteners on the 2026 Toyota RAV4. For the steering intermediate shaft u-joint to steering gear, plan for a 14mm tool on a M10x1.25 stud; final torque is 35 Nm (26 ft-lbs) (steering intermediate shaft assembly bolt). Steering intermediate shaft to rack pinion bolt tightens to 35 Nm (26 ft-lbs), takes a 12mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the steering intermediate shaft u-joint to rack pinion. The steering rack and pinion mounting bolts uses a 17mm drive on a M12x1.25 thread, torqued to 88 Nm (65 ft-lbs) at the rack and pinion to front frame assembly. At the steering wheel hub / column shaft, the steering wheel center nut torques to 62 Nm (46 ft-lbs) (21mm drive, M33x1.5 thread). For the outer tie rod end to steering knuckle, plan for a 19mm tool on a M14x1.5 stud; final torque is 49 Nm (36 ft-lbs) (front tie rod end nut). Inner tie rod (rack end) lock nut tightens to 88 Nm (65 ft-lbs), takes a SST (09612-24014 / 09617-24011) driver, runs on M30x1.5 threads, located at the inner tie rod to steering rack jam nut. The tie rod end lock nut (inner tie rod to tie rod end) uses a SST 09612-24014 / 09617-24011 or 21mm drive on a M14x1.5 thread, torqued to 88 Nm (65 ft-lbs) at the tie rod inner-to-outer locknut. At the steering column u-joint pinch bolt, the steering column bolt / universal joint torques to 36 Nm (27 ft-lbs) (14mm drive, M10x1.25 thread). For the rack and pinion power steering gear to front frame assembly, plan for a 17mm (bolt); 17mm (hold nut — do not turn nut) tool on a M12x1.25 stud; final torque is 88 Nm (65 ft-lbs) (rack and pinion steering gear — mount bolts and nuts). Tie rod end nut (to steering knuckle) tightens to 49 Nm (36 ft-lbs), takes a 19mm (cotter pin nut) driver, runs on M12x1.25 threads, located at the tie rod assembly to steering knuckle. The outer tie rod end nut (castle nut) uses a 19mm drive on a M12x1.25 thread, torqued to 49 Nm (36 ft-lbs) at the tie rod end to steering knuckle. At the steering rack heat shield, the steering gear heat insulator bolts torques to 8 Nm (71 in-lbs) (10mm drive, M6x1.0 thread). For the inner tie rod to outer tie rod lock nut, plan for a 24mm tool on a M14x1.5 stud; final torque is 88 Nm (65 ft-lbs) (tie rod inner lock nut (jam nut)). Steering gear heat insulator bolts (to steering rack) tightens to 8.0 Nm (71 in-lbs), takes a 10mm driver, runs on M6x1.0 threads, located at the steering gear heat insulator to rack and pinion assembly.

Body — 2026 Toyota RAV4

Body fasteners on the 2026 Toyota RAV4. Engine service cover cushion nuts tightens to 4.9 Nm (43 in-lbs), takes a 10mm driver, runs on M6x1.0 threads, located at the engine service cover / undertray. The engine mounting insulator sub-assembly lh / rh — main bolts uses a 17mm drive on a M12x1.25 thread, torqued to 72 Nm (53 ft-lbs) at the engine mount insulators to brackets (lh & rh). At the rear engine mount bracket to transaxle, the rear engine mounting bracket bolt torques to 42 Nm (31 ft-lbs) (14mm drive, M10x1.25 thread). For the front suspension member (subframe) to body — front bolt a, plan for a 21mm tool on a M16x1.5 stud; final torque is 135 Nm (100 ft-lbs) (front frame assembly / subframe — main bolts (a)). Engine mount insulator bolt (lh / torque rod) tightens to 42 Nm (31 ft-lbs), takes a 14mm driver, runs on M10x1.25 threads, located at the lh engine mount insulator to subframe. The front suspension member brace rear — bolts (d) uses a 17mm drive on a M12x1.25 thread, torqued to 60 Nm (44 ft-lbs) at the rear front suspension member brace lh/rh to frame and body. At the front engine mounting insulator to transverse engine mount bracket, the front engine mounting insulator bolt torques to 72 Nm (53 ft-lbs) (17mm drive, M12x1.25 thread). For the rh engine mount bracket to block, plan for a 14mm tool on a M10x1.25 stud; final torque is 72 Nm (53 ft-lbs) (engine mount bracket bolt (rh / transverse)). Engine mounting insulator rh — nut to bracket tightens to 42 Nm (31 ft-lbs), takes a 14mm driver, runs on M10x1.25 threads, located at the rh engine mount insulator to engine mounting bracket rh.

Exhaust — 2026 Toyota RAV4

Exhaust fasteners on the 2026 Toyota RAV4. The front exhaust pipe to exhaust manifold bolts and nuts uses a 14mm drive on a M10x1.25 thread, torqued to 43 Nm (32 ft-lbs) at the front exhaust pipe flange to manifold. At the exhaust manifold to cylinder head, the exhaust manifold nuts (to cylinder head) torques to 26 Nm (19 ft-lbs) (12mm Deep Socket drive, M10x1.25 thread). For the exhaust manifold stay to block/manifold, plan for a 14mm tool on a M10x1.25 stud; final torque is 43 Nm (32 ft-lbs) (exhaust manifold stay bolt and nut). Front exhaust pipe flange nut (to manifold) tightens to 43 Nm (32 ft-lbs), takes a 14mm driver, runs on M10x1.25 threads, located at the front exhaust pipe assembly to exhaust manifold. The exhaust manifold heat shield bolt (no. 2 insulator) uses a 10mm drive on a M6x1.0 thread, torqued to 11 Nm (8 ft-lbs) at the no. 2 exhaust manifold heat insulator. At the front exhaust pipe flange, the front exhaust pipe to manifold bolts/nuts torques to 43 Nm (32 ft-lbs) (14mm drive, M10x1.25 thread). For the no. 2 exhaust manifold heat insulator, plan for a 10mm tool on a M6x1.0 stud; final torque is 11 Nm (8 ft-lbs) (exhaust manifold heat insulator bolts). Muffler heat shield bolt tightens to 5 Nm (4 ft-lbs), takes a 10mm driver, runs on M6x1.0 threads, located at the muffler heat insulator to vehicle body. The exhaust manifold bolt (to cylinder head) uses a 12mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 26 Nm (19 ft-lbs) at the exhaust manifold to cylinder head. At the no. 2 heat insulator to exhaust manifold, the exhaust manifold heat insulator bolts (no. 2) torques to 11 Nm (8 ft-lbs) (10mm drive, M6x1.0 thread). For the exhaust manifold to cylinder head, plan for a 12mm deep socket tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 26 Nm (19 ft-lbs) (exhaust manifold nuts). Exhaust manifold stay bolt tightens to 34 Nm (25 ft-lbs), takes a 12mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the manifold stay to exhaust manifold and cylinder block. The front exhaust pipe support bracket bolts uses a 12mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 29 Nm (21 ft-lbs) at the exhaust pipe support bracket to front frame. At the exhaust pipe support brackets to vehicle body, the exhaust pipe support bracket bolt (no. 6 & 7) torques to 29 Nm (21 ft-lbs) (12mm drive, M8x1.25 thread).

Electrical — 2026 Toyota RAV4

Electrical fasteners on the 2026 Toyota RAV4. At the underbody, hv battery pack to rear subframe — 9 bolts total, the hv supply battery assembly mounting bolt (prime xse) torques to 52 Nm (38 ft-lb) (14mm drive, M10x1.25 thread). For the rear axle, mgr front inner mount bolts, plan for a 17mm tool on a M12x1.25 stud; final torque is 55 Nm (41 ft-lb) (rear mgr front mount inner bolt a (prime se)). Hv battery cover panel bolt and nut (no. 1 rh) tightens to 7.5 Nm (66 in-lbs), takes a 10mm driver, runs on M6x1.0 threads, located at the hv nimh battery — no. 1 cover panel rh (cargo floor). The power liftgate control unit mounting screw (xle premium) uses a 8mm drive on a M5x0.8 tapping thread, torqued to 5 Nm (44 in-lb) at the inner rear pillar / liftgate area, power liftgate ecu bracket. At the hv battery terminal / high-voltage cable connector, the hv high-voltage cable terminal nut (sst diagnostic connection) torques to 7.5 Nm (66 in-lbs) (10mm drive, M6x1.0 thread). For the rear motor generator, ground wire bracket, plan for a 10mm tool on a M6x1.0 stud; final torque is 10 Nm (7 ft-lb) (mgr ground wire bracket bolt (prime se)). Rear traction motor cable mount bolt (prime xse) tightens to 22 Nm (16 ft-lb), takes a 12mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the rear motor generator, 4 hv cable routing bolts. The front speed sensor/hose bracket to strut bolt uses a 12mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 29 Nm (21 ft-lbs) at the front brake hose and speed sensor to front strut. At the rear axle, mgr rear mount bolt, the rear mgr rear mount bolt b (prime se) torques to 130 Nm (96 ft-lb) (21mm drive, M14x1.5 thread). For the rear axle, mgr front inner mount bolts, plan for a 17mm tool on a M12x1.25 stud; final torque is 55 Nm (41 ft-lb) (rear mgr front mount inner bolt a (prime xse)). Rear motor generator (mgr) front mount inner bolt a (prime phev) tightens to 55 Nm (41 ft-lb), takes a 17mm driver, runs on M12x1.25 threads, located at the rear axle, mgr front inner mount bolts (install bolt a first). The charging port lid lock assembly bolt uses a 10mm drive on a M6x1.0 thread at the charging port / ev charger lid, left rear quarter. At the inverter/converter assembly hv connector cover, the front inverter connector cover bolt (T25 Torx drive, M6x1.0 thread). For the right rear quarter panel, charge port door, plan for a 10mm tool on a M6x1.0 stud; final torque is 5 Nm (44 in-lb) (ac charging port inlet lid assembly (prime phev)). Ev charger assembly mounting bolt (prime phev) tightens to 9 Nm (80 in-lb), takes a 10mm driver, runs on M6x1.0 threads, located at the engine bay / underbody, obc mounting bracket. The engine wire bolt a (to engine/transaxle) uses a 12mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 20 Nm (15 ft-lbs) at the engine room main wire to engine assembly. At the rear traction motor ground wire to bracket, the mgr ground wire bolt torques to 10 Nm (7 ft-lbs) (10mm drive, M6x1.0 thread). For the rear motor generator, ground wire to bracket bolt, plan for a 10mm tool on a M6x1.0 stud; final torque is 10 Nm (7 ft-lb) (mgr ground wire bracket bolt (prime phev)). Hv supply battery assembly mounting bolt (prime phev) tightens to 52 Nm (38 ft-lb), takes a 14mm driver, runs on M10x1.25 threads, located at the underbody, hv battery pack to rear subframe — 9 bolts total. The hv battery cover panel bolt/nut (no. 1 panel rh) uses a 12mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 8 Nm (6 ft-lbs) at the hv battery under-floor cover, right side. At the rear abs wheel speed sensor to rear axle carrier, the rear abs skid control sensor bolt torques to 8.5 Nm (75 in-lbs) (10mm drive, M6x1.0 thread). For the hv air conditioning compressor wire to transaxle/engine, plan for a 12mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 20 Nm (15 ft-lbs) (hv air conditioning wire bolt (awd models)). Hv under-floor wire nut (final attachment to body) tightens to 7.6 Nm (67 in-lbs), takes a 10mm driver, runs on M6x1.0 threads, located at the hv under-floor cable to body attachment nut. The wire harness clamp bracket bolts — transaxle (a) uses a 12mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 20 Nm (15 ft-lbs) at the p810 transaxle / rear engine mount — wire harness brackets. At the rear traction motor (mgr) rear mount to subframe, the rear motor (mgr) mounting bolt b — rear mount torques to 130 Nm (96 ft-lbs) (17mm drive, M12x1.25 thread). For the rear motor generator, ground wire bracket, plan for a 10mm tool on a M6x1.0 stud; final torque is 10 Nm (7 ft-lb) (mgr ground wire bracket bolt (prime xse)). Wire harness clamp bracket bolts — transaxle (b) tightens to 30 Nm (22 ft-lbs), takes a 14mm driver, runs on M10x1.25 threads, located at the p810 transaxle — wire harness brackets (larger). The rear traction motor cable mounting bolts (hv cable routing) uses a 12mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 22 Nm (16 ft-lbs) at the hv cable routing brackets under vehicle. At the hv under-floor wiring — body and rear traction motor attachment, the hv floor under wire mounting bolts / nuts (orange hv cables) torques to 8.0 Nm (71 in-lbs) (10mm drive, M6x1.0 thread). For the rear bumper/trailer hitch area, 7-pin connector mounting bracket, plan for a 10mm tool on a M6x1.0 stud; final torque is 5 Nm (44 in-lb) (7-pin trailer wiring connector bracket screw (adventure)). Rear traction motor cable mount bolt (prime phev) tightens to 22 Nm (16 ft-lb), takes a 12mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the rear motor generator (mgr), 4 cable mount bolts. The hv junction box connector cover bolt (prime phev) uses a T25 Torx drive on a M6x1.0 thread, torqued to 8 Nm (71 in-lb) at the hv junction box / inverter connector cover, engine bay. At the hv battery hybrid shield to battery tray, the hv battery shield (no. 2) to battery bolt torques to 19 Nm (14 ft-lbs) (14mm drive, M10x1.25 thread). For the rear traction motor hv cable terminal to mgr, plan for a 10mm tool on a M6x1.0 stud; final torque is 10 Nm (7 ft-lbs) (rear traction motor cable terminal bolts (to mgr)). Rear motor generator (mgr) rear mount bolt b (prime phev) tightens to 130 Nm (96 ft-lb), takes a 21mm driver, runs on M14x1.5 threads, located at the rear axle, mgr rear mount bolt. The engine room main wire nut (to body) uses a 10mm drive on a M6x1.0 thread, torqued to 8.0 Nm (71 in-lbs) at the engine room main wiring harness to body/firewall. At the rear motor generator (mgr), 3 hv terminal bolts at rear transaxle, the rear traction motor cable terminal bolt (prime phev) torques to 10 Nm (7 ft-lb) (10mm drive, M6x1.0 thread). For the right rear quarter panel, charge port door, plan for a 10mm tool on a M6x1.0 stud; final torque is 5 Nm (44 in-lb) (ac charging port inlet lid assembly (prime se)). Front abs speed 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 steering knuckle. The generator (alternator) mounting bolts uses a 14mm drive on a M10x1.25 thread, torqued to 52 Nm (38 ft-lbs) at the generator to cylinder block. At the rear axle, mgr rear mount bolt, the rear mgr rear mount bolt b (prime xse) torques to 130 Nm (96 ft-lb) (21mm drive, M14x1.5 thread). For the right rear quarter panel, charge port door, plan for a 10mm tool on a M6x1.0 stud; final torque is 5 Nm (44 in-lb) (ac charging port inlet lid assembly (prime xse)). Wire harness clamp bracket bolt a (transaxle area) tightens to 20 Nm (15 ft-lbs), takes a 12mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the wire harness clamp brackets at transaxle. The rear motor (mgr) mounting bolt a — front inner mounts uses a 14mm drive on a M10x1.25 thread, torqued to 55 Nm (41 ft-lbs) at the rear traction motor (mgr) front mount to subframe. At the hv battery pack lower tray to body/frame, the hv battery pack to vehicle body bolt torques to 19 Nm (14 ft-lbs) (14mm drive, M10x1.25 thread). For the hv battery refrigerant inlet/outlet pipe bracket, plan for a 10mm tool on a M6x1.0 stud (battery cooling refrigerant pipe bracket bolt (hv battery)). On-board charger (obc) dc/dc converter bracket bolt takes a 12mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the dc/dc converter mounting bracket to body. The hv battery cover panel bolt — upper cover (prime phev) uses a 10mm drive on a M6x1.0 thread, torqued to 8 Nm (71 in-lb) at the hv battery upper cover, access panels — 3 bolts + 3 nuts per panel. At the transaxle starter opening insulator, the starter hole insulator bolt torques to 46 Nm (34 ft-lbs) (14mm drive, M10x1.25 thread). For the transmission wire connector to p810 ecvt transaxle, plan for a 12mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 13 Nm (10 ft-lbs) (transmission wire bolt (to transaxle)). Wire harness clamp bracket bolts — q610 rear motor (a) tightens to 10 Nm (7 ft-lbs), takes a 10mm driver, runs on M6x1.0 threads, located at the q610 rear traction motor — wire harness clamp brackets. The rear traction motor cable terminal bolt (prime xse) uses a 10mm drive on a M6x1.0 thread, torqued to 10 Nm (7 ft-lb) at the rear motor generator (mgr), 3 hv terminal bolts. At the manual service disconnect (msd) connector, the hv battery service plug connector bolts (msd) (10mm drive, M6x1.0 thread). For the hv motor cable to q610 rear traction motor housing, plan for a Insulated 10mm (use insulated tool per FSM) tool on a M6x1.0 stud (rear traction motor cable bolts (hv power cable to q610)). Hv battery service plug access panel bolts (middle panel) takes a 12mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the rear seat floor hv service access, middle panel. The ev charger assembly mounting bolt — 6.6kw obc (prime xse) uses a 10mm drive on a M6x1.0 thread, torqued to 9 Nm (80 in-lb) at the engine bay, obc (on-board charger) bracket mount. At the hv junction box connector cover, engine bay, the hv junction box connector cover bolt (prime xse) torques to 8 Nm (71 in-lb) (T25 Torx drive, M6x1.0 thread).

Emissions — 2026 Toyota RAV4

Emissions fasteners on the 2026 Toyota RAV4. For the egr cooler to cylinder head, plan for a 12mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 24 Nm (18 ft-lbs) (egr cooler mounting bolts (a and b)). Air-fuel ratio (a/f) sensor (upstream o2) tightens to 44 Nm (33 ft-lbs), takes a 22mm O2 sensor socket driver, runs on M18x1.5 threads, located at the exhaust manifold — upstream of cat. The egr valve bolt (to cylinder head) uses a 12mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 10 Nm (7 ft-lbs) at the egr valve at cylinder head. At the catalytic converter — downstream, the heated oxygen sensor (downstream o2) torques to 44 Nm (33 ft-lbs) (22mm O2 sensor socket drive, M18x1.5 thread). For the egr cooler bracket to head/block, plan for a 12mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 21 Nm (15 ft-lbs) (egr cooler bracket bolt). Air/fuel ratio sensor (upstream o2 sensor) tightens to 40 Nm (30 ft-lbs), takes a 22mm O2 Sensor Socket driver, runs on M18x1.5 threads, located at the exhaust manifold — bank 1 sensor 1 (upstream). The no. 2 vacuum switching valve bracket bolts uses a 8mm socket drive on a M6x1.0 thread, torqued to 10 Nm (7 ft-lbs) at the evap vsv bracket to cylinder head. At the exhaust catalyst — bank 1 sensor 2 (downstream), the air/fuel ratio sensor (downstream o2 sensor) torques to 40 Nm (30 ft-lbs) (22mm O2 Sensor Socket drive, M18x1.5 thread).

Cooling System — 2026 Toyota RAV4

Cooling System fasteners on the 2026 Toyota RAV4. Thermostat housing bolt tightens to 10 Nm (7 ft-lbs), takes a 12mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the thermostat to engine block/water inlet. The water pump bolts (water inlet housing) uses a 12mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 43 Nm (32 ft-lbs) at the engine water pump. At the water pump to block, the engine water pump / water inlet housing bolts torques to 43 Nm (32 ft-lbs) (12mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the transaxle cooling hose bracket to p810 transaxle, plan for a 12mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 11.5 Nm (8 ft-lbs) (hose bracket bolts (transaxle cooling)). No. 2 water by-pass pipe bracket bolt tightens to 19 Nm (14 ft-lbs), takes a 10mm driver, runs on M6x1.0 threads, located at the water by-pass pipe bracket to engine. The no. 3 water by-pass pipe bolt (to intake manifold) uses a 8mm socket drive on a M6x1.0 thread, torqued to 10 Nm (7 ft-lbs) at the water by-pass pipe at intake manifold. At the radiator upper mounting bracket to body, the radiator upper bracket bolt torques to 13 Nm (10 ft-lbs) (12mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the inverter/converter cooling electric water pump, plan for a 10mm tool on a M6x1.0 stud (inverter cooling water pump bolt). Electric water pump bolt (engine cooling) tightens to 43 Nm (32 ft-lbs), takes a 12mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the engine water pump / water inlet housing to cylinder block. The no. 1 inverter reserve tank bracket bolt uses a 12mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 14 Nm (10 ft-lbs) at the inverter/pcu cooling system — reserve tank bracket. At the water by-pass pipe to cylinder block, the no. 2 water by-pass pipe bolt b (to cylinder block) torques to 21 Nm (15 ft-lbs) (12mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the no. 2 water bypass pipe bracket to engine, plan for a 12mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 19 Nm (14 ft-lbs) (no. 2 water bypass pipe bracket bolt). Straight screw plug (cylinder block coolant) tightens to 20 Nm (15 ft-lbs), takes a 22mm driver, runs on M16x1.5 threads, located at the cylinder block coolant passage.

Transmission — 2026 Toyota RAV4

Transmission fasteners on the 2026 Toyota RAV4. The no. 1 transmission oil filler tube uses a 6mm hex socket drive on a M6x1.0 thread, torqued to 1.7 Nm (15 in-lbs) at the ua80f transaxle housing — fill tube. At the no. 1 transmission control cable bracket to transaxle, the transmission control cable bracket bolts torques to 12 Nm (9 ft-lbs) (12mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the transmission gear selector cable to body/firewall, plan for a 10mm tool on a M6x1.0 stud; final torque is 6.0 Nm (53 in-lbs) (transmission control cable assembly nut (to body)). P810 ecvt transaxle to engine block bolts (a & b) tightens to 64 Nm (47 ft-lbs), takes a 17mm driver, runs on M12x1.25 threads, located at the p810 hybrid transaxle to a25a-fxs engine block. The no. 1 transmission control cable bracket bolt uses a 12mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 12 Nm (9 ft-lbs) at the shifter cable bracket at transaxle. At the transmission control cable bracket to p810 transaxle, the no. 1 transmission control cable bracket bolts torques to 12 Nm (9 ft-lbs) (12mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the transaxle bell housing to engine block, plan for a 17mm tool on a M12x1.25 stud; final torque is 64 Nm (47 ft-lbs) (hybrid transaxle-to-engine bolts a & b). P810 ecvt transaxle to engine block bolt (d) tightens to 25 Nm (18 ft-lbs), takes a 12mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the p810 hybrid transaxle to a25a-fxs engine block — lower short bolt. The transaxle under stopper bracket bolts uses a 14mm drive on a M10x1.25 thread, torqued to 44 Nm (32 ft-lbs) at the transaxle under stopper to p810 ecvt case. At the drive plate / crankshaft rear, the drive plate bolt (flexplate to crankshaft) torques to 150 Nm (111 ft-lbs) (14mm drive, M10x1.25 thread). For the p810 transaxle case protector (awd models), plan for a 12mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 10 Nm (7 ft-lbs) (transaxle case protector bolts (awd)). Transaxle stud bolts (e8 torx) — starter hole insulator tightens to 46 Nm (34 ft-lbs), takes a 14mm driver, runs on M10x1.25 threads, located at the hybrid transaxle — starter hole insulator bolts. The front engine mounting insulator bolt (transaxle front mount) uses a 17mm drive on a M12x1.25 thread, torqued to 72 Nm (53 ft-lbs) at the front engine mount insulator to subframe. At the ua80e/ua80f transaxle housing, the ua80 transmission drain plug torques to 50 Nm (37 ft-lbs) (10mm hex socket drive, M30x1.5 thread). For the rear engine mount bracket to p810 ecvt transaxle, plan for a 14mm tool on a M10x1.25 stud; final torque is 42 Nm (31 ft-lbs) (rear engine mounting bracket bolts (transaxle rear mount)). P810 ecvt transaxle drain plug tightens to 50 Nm (37 ft-lbs), takes a 10mm Hex Socket driver, runs on M16x1.5 threads, located at the hybrid transaxle fluid sump. The transaxle stud bolts (to transaxle housing) uses a E8 Torx Socket drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 30 Nm (22 ft-lbs) at the p810 transaxle housing — stud bolts. At the hybrid transaxle case — housing plug, the p810 transaxle housing plug torques to 39.2 Nm (29 ft-lbs) (24mm Hex drive, M24x1.5 thread). For the transaxle under stopper to engine/transaxle, plan for a 14mm tool on a M10x1.25 stud; final torque is 44 Nm (32 ft-lbs) (transaxle under stopper bracket bolt). P810 ecvt transaxle to engine block bolt (c) tightens to 46 Nm (34 ft-lbs), takes a 14mm driver, runs on M10x1.25 threads, located at the p810 hybrid transaxle to a25a-fxs engine block. The transaxle housing plug (fluid fill) uses a 24mm Hex drive on a M22x1.5 thread, torqued to 39 Nm (29 ft-lbs) at the hybrid transaxle case (p610). At the hybrid transaxle — filler hole (lh side), the p810 ecvt transaxle fill / filler plug torques to 50 Nm (37 ft-lbs) (10mm Hex Socket drive, M16x1.5 thread). For the transaxle bell housing to engine block, plan for a 12mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 25 Nm (18 ft-lbs) (hybrid transaxle-to-engine bolt d). Hybrid transaxle-to-engine bolt c tightens to 46 Nm (34 ft-lbs), takes a 14mm driver, runs on M10x1.25 threads, located at the transaxle bell housing to engine block.

HVAC — 2026 Toyota RAV4

HVAC fasteners on the 2026 Toyota RAV4. At the a/c compressor to engine block, the a/c compressor assembly bolts and nuts torques to 24.5 Nm (18 ft-lbs) (12mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the hv a/c compressor wiring to transaxle/engine (awd), plan for a 12mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 20 Nm (15 ft-lbs) (hv a/c compressor wire bolt (awd)). Ac compressor mounting bolts and nuts tightens to 24.5 Nm (18 ft-lbs), takes a 12mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the ac compressor to engine block.

Fuel System — 2026 Toyota RAV4

Fuel System fasteners on the 2026 Toyota RAV4. For the fuel delivery pipe / fuel rail, plan for a 17mm Union Nut Wrench tool on a M17x1.5 (union nut) stud; final torque is 35 Nm (26 ft-lbs) (fuel delivery rail union nut (to fuel pipe)). High-pressure fuel pump bolt (engine room side) tightens to 29 Nm (21 ft-lbs), takes a 12mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the engine room fuel pump assembly to cylinder head. The high-pressure fuel pump mounting bolts uses a 12mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 28.5 Nm (21 ft-lbs) at the high-pressure fuel pump (d-4s) to cylinder head. At the no. 1 fuel pipe — pump to delivery rail, the high-pressure fuel line union nut (pump to rail) torques to 35 Nm (26 ft-lbs) (17mm union nut wrench drive, M14x1.5 thread). For the fuel tank straps to body, plan for a 12mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 45 Nm (33 ft-lbs) (fuel tank band bolt (to body)). Fuel rail bolt (port injection delivery pipe) tightens to 29 Nm (21 ft-lbs), takes a 12mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the port injection fuel delivery pipe to intake manifold.

Interior — 2026 Toyota RAV4

Interior fasteners on the 2026 Toyota RAV4. Front seat mounting bolts (torx) tightens to 37 Nm (27 ft-lbs), takes a T50 Torx socket driver, runs on M10x1.25 threads, located at the front seat assembly to floor. The rear seat floor under cover bolts (hv access) uses a 10mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread at the rear seat floor under cover (over hv battery).

Body & Exterior — 2026 Toyota RAV4

Body & Exterior fasteners on the 2026 Toyota RAV4. The tow hook bolt — factory lh chassis tow hook (adventure) uses a 17mm drive on a M12x1.25 thread, torqued to 92 Nm (68 ft-lb) at the rear underbody, factory lh chassis tow hook re-mounting over body brace. At the underbody, forward crossmember mounting points (2 bolts per front edge), the front skid plate bolt — front edge (trd off-road) torques to 28 Nm (21 ft-lb) (12mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the roof rail, front and rear end caps, plan for a 13mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 12 Nm (106 in-lb) (trd roof rail end cap screw (trd off-road)). Front skid plate bolt — rear edge lock nut (trd off-road) tightens to 37 Nm (27 ft-lb), takes a 13mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the underbody, rear crossmember mounting points with wedge spacers; 2 lock nuts. The trd grille badge retainer bolt (trd off-road) uses a 10mm drive on a M6x1.0 thread, torqued to 5 Nm (44 in-lb) at the front grille, trd badge mounting holes. At the front and rear roof rail end caps — 2 screws each, the roof rail end cap mounting screw (adventure) torques to 3 Nm (27 in-lb) (T25 Torx drive, M5x0.8 tapping screw thread). For the rear liftgate, lower strut holder bracket — 2 bolts per side at liftgate lower frame, plan for a 10mm tool on a M8x1.25 stud; final torque is 10 Nm (89 in-lb) (power liftgate strut lower bracket bolt (xle premium)). Rear skid plate / underbody guard bolt (trd off-road) tightens to 28 Nm (21 ft-lb), takes a 12mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the underbody, rear center plate mounting — engine compartment rear skid (pt938-42210). The tow hitch receiver — rear corner bracket body bolt (adventure) uses a 13mm drive on a M8x1.25 thread, torqued to 25 Nm (18 ft-lb) at the rear body panel, m8 x 35 rear bracket-to-body bolts (3 per side, 6 total). At the roof, 4 bolts per side (8 total) into body-side rails, the roof rail mounting bolt (adventure) torques to 23 Nm (17 ft-lb) (13mm drive, M8x1.25 thread). For the rear underbody, hitch crossbar to chassis frame rail (m12 bolts, 8 total), plan for a 18mm tool on a M12x1.25 stud; final torque is 92 Nm (68 ft-lb) (tow hitch receiver — chassis horizontal bolt (adventure)). Roof crossbar mounting bolt (adventure) tightens to 12 Nm (106 in-lb), takes a 13mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the roof rail crossbar attachment points — front and rear crossbar bolts. The cargo tie-down anchor bolt (adventure) uses a 10mm drive on a M6x1.0 thread, torqued to 8 Nm (71 in-lb) at the cargo floor, rear load area — 4 anchor points. At the inner liftgate panel, power liftgate actuator/motor bracket, the power liftgate actuator motor mounting bolt (xle premium) torques to 8 Nm (71 in-lb) (10mm drive, M6x1.0 thread). For the rear underbody, vertical chassis connections through frame rails, plan for a 18mm tool on a M12x1.25 stud; final torque is 92 Nm (68 ft-lb) (tow hitch receiver — chassis vertical connection bolt (adventure)). Power liftgate strut upper bracket bolt (xle premium) tightens to 10 Nm (89 in-lb), takes a 10mm driver, runs on M8x1.25 threads, located at the rear liftgate, upper strut holder bracket — 2 bolts per side (4 total), driver and passenger sides.

Wheels & Tires — 2026 Toyota RAV4

Wheels & Tires fasteners on the 2026 Toyota RAV4. At the all four wheels, the lug nut — trd 18-inch wheel (trd off-road) torques to 76 ft-lbs (103 Nm) (21mm drive, M12x1.5 thread). Confirmed against manufacturer service literature. For the all four wheels, plan for a 21mm tool on a M12x1.5 stud; final torque is 76 ft-lbs (103 Nm) (lug nut — 19-inch wheel (xle premium)). This figure is independently verified against OEM service data.

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