2008 Toyota RAV4 - Maintenance & Specs
The 2008 Toyota RAV4 belongs to a Toyota RAV4 lineup that Know Your Ride tracks across 21 model years, from 2000 to 2026. Engine options on record include the 2.4L, 3.5L, 2.4L I4 / 3.5L V6. It is configured as front-wheel drive with an automatic 4-spd. The 2008 sits mid-run, with both earlier (2000) and later (2026) RAV4 model years also documented.
It takes 0W-20 synthetic oil, 4.6 qt with a new filter meeting ILSAC GF-5. Fluid specs on file include Super Long Life coolant, DOT 3 brake fluid, ATF WS transmission fluid. Know Your Ride lists 14 scheduled maintenance items for this vehicle, the earliest interval falling at 7,500 miles. Documented torque values include oil drain plug 30 ft-lb, lug nut 76 ft-lb, spark plug 18 ft-lb.
NHTSA complaints for this vehicle cluster around engine (110), vehicle speed control (67), suspension (64). A representative report reads: "My airbag light came on and I received a letter saying there was a recall but unfortunately I threw out the letter and when I called Toyota said there was a..." There are 14 safety recalls on record; one covers: TOYOTA IS RECALLING 27,080 MODEL YEAR 2005 THROUGH 2010 PASSENGER CARS BUILT FROM SEPTEMBER 1, 2005 TO MAY 4, 2009. THESE VEHICLES WERE NOT EQUIPPED....
EPA fuel economy is rated at 21 city / 27 highway MPG, 24 MPG combined. Estimated annual fuel cost is about $1,800.
Quick Specs
| Oil viscosity | 0W-20 |
| Oil type | Synthetic |
| Oil capacity (w/ filter) | 4.6 qt |
| OEM oil spec | ILSAC GF-5 |
| Oil filter | Toyota 04152-YZZA1 |
| EPA combined | 24 MPG |
| Tire size | 245/60R18 |
| Coolant | Super Long Life |
| Open recalls on record | 14 |
| Technical service bulletins | 23 |
Common Trouble Codes
- P0300 - Random/Multiple Cylinder Misfire Detected
- P0420 - Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold (Bank 1)
- P0171 - System too Lean (Bank 1)
- P0128 - Insufficient Coolant Temperature for Stable Operation
- P0442 - Evaporative Emission Control System Leak Detected (small leak)
- P0455 - Evaporative Emission Control System Leak Detected (gross leak)
- P0700 - Transmission Control System Malfunction
- P0301 - Cylinder 1 Misfire Detected
- U0100 - Lost Communication With ECM/PCM A
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Part of the free Know Your Ride vehicle maintenance reference. Figures are sourced from EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer data and are for general reference - always confirm with your owner's manual.