Good afternoon.
I want to share my experience of replacing fluid in a CVT on a 3rd generation RAV with the correct right-hand drive.
The background is that I began to notice sharp jerks when starting. The mileage is about 50,000 if we assume that the auction was true.
The servicemen, as usual, did not inspire confidence
bought two cans TOYOTA fluids TC for 2000 rubles for a 4-liter canister. A 2 meter hose with a diameter of 9 mm (I think up to 12 mm) and a suitable funnel.
because There was a hole near the dacha and decided to carry out work there.
I removed the plastic protection from the bottom (you just need to be more careful with the plastic fasteners).
There are two plugs on the pallet of our variator, the front one for checking the level with the inscription CHECK, unscrewed with a 6mm hexagon
Rear drain - hexagon 10
Filler plug 24 behind the left wheel
I unscrewed the drain and about 3.5 liters came out.
Next we remove the pan, a lot of 10 bolts, I used a spanner wrench and heads.
Here you will have to tinker because... The 4 bolts on the left side are just above the beam and are very inconvenient, so I recommend starting with them. If it doesn’t work out, then there’s no point in continuing.
I removed the pan and about a liter still drained out.
I waited until the temperatures of the liquids in the new jars and the drained one leveled out, measured the volume of the drained liquid and it came out to 4450 ml. (since I did it for the first time, so I measured everything.)
Then I washed the pan and especially 3 magnets with gasoline - there was dust, but I can’t say a lot or a little because. I don't know the norm.
I dried it thoroughly so that no gasoline would get into the slurry.
I didn't change the filter because... I couldn’t find where to buy it, but it’s not difficult, you can immediately see it there and understand how to change it.
put the pan in place (again these 4 bolts).
DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN THE BOLTS - I will write why further.
I unscrew the front plug (CHECK) there is a plastic tube inside it.
I tighten the drain.
I fill the liquid because... The hose is a bit thin and goes slowly.
after 3.5 liters it flowed through the plastic tube in the CHECK plug. I tighten the cap and add further to 4450 ml i.e. how much did you leak?
I tighten the filler and off we go.
In fact, the variator began to move softer.
I decided to take a ride to the river about 10 km. It was getting dark.
I arrived, I turned it off, I left the fishing rod, I returned, I started to get under way - I heard a whistle. The variator on P fits the car itself - PUDDLE.
DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN THE BOLTS. I tightened and cut the gasket.
They pulled me to the dacha late at night on a beam.
In the morning, searching for a gasket, a trip of 100 km to Vladivostok and back.
I bought it at the TOYOTA center on snow for 800 rubles. You could find it cheaper for 350 - 400, but these stores were not open on Sunday.
I had to buy another 4 liters of liquid; there were still 3.5 left in the old jar.
I won’t repeat again about removing the pallet.
Reinstall the pan and CAREFULLY tighten the bolts without force.
I no longer knew how much leaked from the variator.
Therefore, we fill it again until it runs through the CHECK (plastic tube)
Then another liter and a half on top.
Now you need to check the level; to do this, we close contacts 4 and 13 in the diagnostic connector.
We start it up, translate P->D (the display looks like a Christmas tree)
then pull D<->N with an interval of no more than 1.5 seconds.
At some point, both D and N will light up simultaneously. This means that the temperature measurement mode is turned on.
If D goes out immediately, it means the variator is cold, if it blinks, it’s already overheated.
My light went out, I turned off the car and did it all over again.
The third time my D and N lit up.
I unscrew the CHECK plug, it doesn’t leak or drip, I screw it on and add 1 liter.
I repeat all the manipulations in the jumper and D<->N.
I unscrew the CHECK - 0.5 liters are drained - when it starts not flowing, I turn it on to drip.
Next, I collect everything and bring the car back to its original state.
What I noticed after replacing the fluid was that the jolt went away when starting off and when accelerating sharply.
Now the engine cannot be revved up to 5000 (it feels like before the transmission was slipping a little)
in general, the work is not difficult and the cost is 4,000 rubles for only 2 canisters of liquid.
But since force is not always useful, I had to add 2800 for another canister and gasket.

On Russian market Toyota Rav 4 takes a leading place among passenger cars Japanese made. Vehicle latest generation this brand is rightfully considered the perfect car For active rest. New Toyota Rav 4 are equipped powerful engine, which provides long term operation of these machines. However, in order for a vehicle to last for a long time, it is necessary to take care of the safety of its parts and systems.

One of the most important procedures To ensure the safety of the Toyota Rav 5 is to change the oil in the variator. But what is the need for this event? How to choose the right gear lubricant? How to properly update the oil in a Toyota Rav 4 variator, according to the instructions? Are there significant differences in the replacement procedure? transmission lube in cars of the brand in question of different generations?

The need to change the oil in the variator

A CVT gearbox (common name - variator) is a continuously variable gearbox. The international name for this structural element is Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT). The functions of the variator are:

• Receiving informative signals from switches and sensors and processing them;
• Stabilization of pressure in the engine during vehicle operation;
• Switching gears while driving.

Manufacturers of Toyota Rav 4 state that changing the oil in a CVT transmission is not a mandatory procedure. However, the official point of view differs from the position of the majority of car owners. If you do not change the technical substance once every 2 years (approximately 45,000 kilometers), the Toyota Rav 4 systems may overheat, which will entail the risk of an emergency breakdown.

Below are signs of the need to change the oil in the Toyota Rav 4 variator :

• The used transmission lubricant has changed its original shade to a more cloudy one. The oil used has a burning and soot smell, a thick, heterogeneous consistency and foreign metallized particles;
• When the Toyota Rav 4 engine is running, significant noise is heard;
• When driving, the vehicle moves unevenly - jerkily. In some cases, the car does not budge at all;
• When starting the Toyota Rav 4 engine, excessive vibrations are felt.

The car enthusiast should take into account that problems when operating a Toyota Rav 4 car can arise not only when there is a shortage or low quality of transmission lubricant, but also when there is an excess of it. In this case, unexpected difficulties appear when changing gears. If you suspect any problems with this technical fluid, you should checking the oil in the Toyota Rav 4 variator. This procedure is carried out as follows:

• The vehicle is placed on a flat surface. It is recommended to ensure that the vehicle is in the most horizontal position possible, without ups or downs. Otherwise, there may be errors in the oil level reading;
• Start the Toyota Rav 4 engine;
• Stop the engine, but do not wait for it to cool down. It is necessary to measure the oil level in the car's variator until it has cooled down;
• A dipstick is removed from the hole in the variator. Most often, the outer part of this part is presented in the form of a yellow ring. The dipstick should be thoroughly wiped with a dry cloth or towel and immersed back in the transmission lubricant;
• Take out the dipstick again and check which of the marks located on it reaches the oil in the variator. If the technical fluid level is at the middle mark of the dipstick, slightly higher or slightly lower, this is good indicator. If the transmission lubricant indicator exceeds the “MAX” mark or is at or below the “Min” mark, then it is necessary to take action.

When checking the level of transmission lubrication in the variator, it is important to pay attention to its condition. If the consistency or smell of the oil has changed, it should be replaced.

Complete oil change in the Toyota Rav 4 variator

Preparing for a complete oil change in the Toyota Rav 4 variator requires extreme care and consistency. A car enthusiast who wants to independently update the transmission lubricant must follow the following action algorithm:

• Prepare necessary tools and items for upcoming work, namely:
  • Pliers;
  • Canisters for draining (up to 10 liters of volume);
  • Construction gloves;
  • Funnel for filling;
  • Clean paper napkins or towels;
  • Screwdrivers;
  • A set of keys;
• Prepare a Toyota Rav 4 car for changing the oil in the variator, namely:
  • Place the machine on a horizontal platform;
  • Following safety principles, stop the car engine and allow it to cool thoroughly. When the engine is running, the transmission lubricant heats up to 120 degrees Celsius, so it is recommended to drain the used substance when it has cooled down to avoid burns;
• Drain waste technical fluid and fill in a new one.

Regarding the last point in regarding Toyota Rav 4, changing the oil in the variator will not take much time and will keep the car in working condition for a long time. The main thing is not to make a mistake in choosing a technical fluid.

Oil selection

On Toyota Rav 4 cars, starting from 2010 (only taken into account European market) instead of the standard automatic transmission they began to install a variator. The variable transmission in Toyota models is made in Japan, by the specialized company Aisin.

Most suitable for CVTs of this company TOYOTA oil TS (code - 08886-02105) or Toyota CVT Fluid TC. This gear lubricant is original to Toyota vehicles. Many car enthusiasts prefer to use technical fluid CVT Fluid FE (08886-02505), but its use is not recommended, since this substance is gasoline-saving, which is not fundamentally important for the Toyota Rav 4 engine. Filling will require 5-7 liters of oil.

Step by step oil change

The procedure for changing the oil in the Toyota Rav 4 variator is carried out in several stages. Step-by-step instruction This procedure is presented below:

• First of all, it is necessary to drain the oil by following this algorithm of actions:
  • Remove the shield that protects the system from dirt;
  • Install a drain canister under the drain hole of the vehicle's variator;
  • Unscrew the drain plug;
  • Drain the used technical fluid. It is important to remember that 3-5 liters of gear lubricant will pour out slowly; in no case is it recommended to speed up this process;
• After draining, new oil is poured according to the diagram below:
  • The drain plugs are tightened and their tightness is checked;
  • Using a funnel, fresh oil is poured into the hole in which the dipstick is located;
  • The filling hole closes.

In the process of draining waste fluid from a Toyota Rav 4, you can also replace filters and gaskets. The fact is that the design of this unit is too complex, so even an experienced car owner can make an irreparable mistake when washing, which will lead to serious damage. Therefore, be careful and read the instructions first. If the condition of the CVT transmission requires flushing, then this is done as follows:

• The machine is raised so that its wheels do not touch the floor;
• 1 jar flushing agent added to recycled transmission lubricant;
• The car engine is turned on (for 10-20 minutes);
• The engine is switched off, and the spent technical substance, along with flushing liquid, merges;
• Fresh oil is poured into the Toyota Rav 4 variator.

To flush the Toyota Rav 4 CVT transmission, substances like BG Quick Clean for Automatic Transmissions are most often used. These technical fluids are available for use only by suitably qualified service station personnel.

Changing the oil in a Toyota Rav variator of 4 different generations

The procedure for replacing transmission lubricant has not undergone significant changes since the Toyota Rav4 appeared on the Russian market. Thus, changing the oil in the 2011 Toyota Rav4 variator is no different from the corresponding process for the Toyota Rav4-2012. The update is done in the same way. transmission fluid in the 2013 model and changing the oil in the 2014 Toyota Rav 4 variator.

The individual characteristics of each individual vehicle, which may affect the procedure for changing the technical fluid in the variator, are indicated in the operating instructions for each specific vehicle.

Consequences of untimely replacement

If you violate the replacement frequency, or ignore obvious signals about the need to update the oil in the Toyota Rav 4 CVT gearbox, the following unpleasant consequences may occur:

• Contamination of the unit with metal shavings and dense mud masses;
• Sudden disturbances in the movement of the vehicle while driving and, as a result, a possible traffic accident;
• System errors when shifting gears and breakdown of a technical unit;
• Complete failure of the variator.

To avoid possible breakdowns And emergency situations It is recommended to periodically update the technical fluid in the Toyota Rav 4 CVT gearbox. Then the vehicle will last longer and the risk of losing control of the vehicle will be reduced.

Toyota RAV4 is the best selling Japanese crossover on the Russian market. The machine is equipped legendary quality and reliability. But you have to pay for trouble-free operation, which is quite fair. But on the other hand, the owners of this popular car They don’t deny themselves the opportunity to repair the car themselves in order to save at least something. Naturally, it is better to carry out serious work using special devices that are available in dealership Toyota. As for such procedures as changing the oil in the gearbox, even an inexperienced motorist can handle it. The main thing here is to follow the most important points that are covered in this article. The article describes the sequence of work for changing the oil in the gearbox with Toyota example RAV4 with CVT.

The oil in the Toyota RAV-4 variator must be changed after 40 thousand kilometers, according to official recommendations. IN Russian conditions You will have to change the oil more often - approximately every 20-30 thousand kilometers.

How much to fill

Sequence of work

1. Warm up the engine until operating temperature, after which the car is installed on an overpass or pit. Alternatively, you can use a lift
2. Prepare a container for draining the waste liquid
3. Use a 6mm hex to unscrew the oil drain plug located under the bottom of the vehicle. After this it will flow out old fluid into a pre-prepared tray. Please note that about 3 liters of liquid should flow out
4. Next, you need to unscrew another so-called level plug - it looks like a cylinder. It is advisable not to use a tool for removal, so as not to damage the thread.
5. After removing the plastic cylinder (level plug), a large amount of oil will flow from the hole. Here you need to act carefully and work with gloves. This will avoid getting burns.
6. Now let's move on to adding oil. We find the filler hole - it is located on the side. To gain access to the neck, you need to remove the protective shield, and then unscrew the plug. Next you will need a hose and a funnel through which the oil will be poured. It is necessary to introduce as much liquid as drained.
7. Tighten the plug and turn on the engine. It should run for 10-15 minutes idle speed. It is important that at this moment the gearbox warms up to 45 degrees.
8. It is possible that more oil was added than necessary. In this case, there is protection - the so-called level plug, which makes it possible to drain excess oil. The process of changing the oil in the Toyota RAV4 CVT is completed.

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On Maintenance came to us Toyota car RAV4 (Toyota Rav4), produced in 2015, mileage 50 thousand km, 4 generations on which it is necessary to change the oil in the variator. We'll show you detailed photo and video instructions on how to do it yourself.

A partial replacement will be performed (without replacing the transmission filter, we will change it at 100 thousand km). Raise the car and use a 6mm hex to unscrew it. drain plug:

We place a container at the bottom where the used oil will be drained. Then, also using a 6mm hexagon, unscrew the level tube. We measure the amount of drained oil; we will pour the same volume into the variator. We tighten the drain plug. Our new oil is original 08886-02105 CVT-TC.

We fill it using a funnel and a long tube, the end of which we insert into the filler hole, it is located next to the drain plug, it is shown at the beginning of the video.

After filling, do not pull out the hose. We start the car and run the transmission in all modes. To do this, switch the selector at the beginning to reverse, then neutral, then Drive mode and hold for some time at all speeds. We go under the car and unscrew the drain plug again, draining the oil. We repeat this 2-3 times. Don’t forget to tighten the level tube one last time; we do it by hand.

We start the car for the last time, no longer run it through the modes, but simply warm up the box to 40 degrees, use an electronic thermometer to measure it, measure the pan and body of the box. After that, unscrew the drain plug, everything should drain out. excess oil. The level tube will prevent more from merging. We tighten the drain plug. Using a carburetor cleaner, wash off the remaining oil from the pan, pull out the hose and put the plug in its place.

Total at partial replacement We used 7 liters 600 grams of oil. Per 100 thousand km. mileage we will remove the pan and change the oil by doing complete replacement.

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Changing the oil in the Rav 4 variator

Toyota RAV4 is one of the most popular cars in the SUV class. Due to the short wheelbase and low torque, a CVT is often installed on these cars. The manufacturer recommends performing a complete oil change at least once every 50,000 km or once a year. Despite the high precision of fitting of parts, metal shavings are still formed, which are caught by magnets. Only a specialized specialist can tell by the color of the oil that it is time to change it. Therefore, be guided by mileage.

Step-by-step complete oil change in RAV4

Let's list the main steps:

Briefly about adding oil to the box - the procedure is carried out through the filler hole shown in Fig. 1 (it's at the top of the box):

There are two marks on the dipstick - the level in a cold state and in a hot state. It is necessary to top up only after the box has warmed up and not more than the maximum specified level.

In order to get to the mechanisms for the purpose of washing them, you must first drain the old oil from the gearbox. To do this, you need to remove the plug, having first substituted some container (Figure 2):

On a RAV4, after draining the oil, you need to unscrew the special insert from the same hole using a flat-head screwdriver. Then about another liter of liquid will flow out. This will practically dry the box.

You can dismantle the pallet by unscrewing the bolts around the perimeter. If necessary, you can pry it off with a screwdriver. The perimeter gasket will have to be replaced.

The tray has three magnets on which metal shavings accumulate. It must be removed with a rag made of natural fabric. This way you will be able to collect all the shaving fragments. You can also pressure wash them off.

It is necessary to wash the entire box with gasoline or solvent. Separately, it is worth removing and blowing the filter rough cleaning(Fig. 3):

The box is assembled in the reverse order, after which fresh oil is poured.

Contact the professionals

At the service station, technicians will be able to check for other breakdowns caused by untimely change of transmission oil. Also self-washing may turn out to be of poor quality due to basic ignorance of the structure of the assembly parts. Therefore, if money and time allow, it is better to come to a car repair shop. Defects can lead to complete inoperability of an expensive mechanism.

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Do-it-yourself oil change in a Toyota Rav 4 variator

Toyota RAV4 is the best-selling Japanese crossover on the Russian market. The machine is endowed with legendary quality and reliability. But you have to pay for trouble-free operation, which is quite fair. But on the other hand, the owners of this popular car do not deny themselves the opportunity to repair the car themselves in order to save at least something. Naturally, it is better to carry out serious work using special instruments that are available at the dealership. Toyota center. As for such procedures as changing the oil in the gearbox, even an inexperienced motorist can handle it. The main thing here is to follow the most important points raised in this article. The article describes the sequence of work for changing the oil in a gearbox using the example of a Toyota RAV4 with a CVT.

Oil change intervals

The oil in the Toyota RAV-4 variator must be changed after 40 thousand kilometers, according to official recommendations. In Russian conditions, you will have to change the oil more often - approximately every 20-30 thousand kilometers.

How much to fill

Sequence of work

1. Warm up the engine to operating temperature, after which the car is installed on an overpass or pit. Alternatively, you can use a lift
2. Prepare a container for draining the waste liquid
3. Use a 6mm hex to unscrew the oil drain plug located under the bottom of the vehicle. After this, the old liquid will flow out into a pre-prepared pan. Please note that about 3 liters of liquid should leak out
4. Next, you need to unscrew another so-called level plug - it looks like a cylinder. It is advisable not to use a tool for removal, so as not to damage the thread.
5. After removing the plastic cylinder (level plug), a large amount of oil will flow from the hole. Here you need to act carefully and work with gloves. This will avoid getting burns.
6. Now let's move on to adding oil. We find the filler hole - it is located on the side. To gain access to the neck, you need to remove the protective shield, and then unscrew the plug. Next you will need a hose and a funnel through which the oil will be poured. It is necessary to introduce as much liquid as drained.
7. Tighten the plug and turn on the engine. It should run for 10-15 minutes at idle speed. It is important that at this moment the gearbox warms up to 45 degrees.
8. It is possible that more oil was added than necessary. In this case, there is protection - the so-called level plug, which makes it possible to drain excess oil. The process of changing the oil in the Toyota RAV4 CVT is completed.

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A car specialist's recommendation on what oil to fill in the Toyota RAV4 variator

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Alexander, Toyota manufacturer claims that transmission oil filled for the entire life of your vehicle. The manufacturer does not provide for the replacement of this consumable. However, in practice it is necessary, since only in this way can possible breakdowns characteristic of automatic transmissions be avoided.

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Changing the oil in the Toyota RAV 4 variator

Hello! I purchased a 2010 Toyota RAV4, mileage 69,000t. Is it necessary to change the oil in the variator, and with what frequency and what special oil is poured? Thank you. (Alexander)

Good afternoon, Alexander. Our resource specialist has prepared an answer to your question and is ready to provide it to you.

When should you change the transmission fluid?

Alexander, the Toyota manufacturer claims that transmission oil is filled for the entire life of your vehicle.

The manufacturer does not provide for the replacement of this consumable. However, in practice it is necessary, since only in this way can possible breakdowns characteristic of automatic transmissions be avoided.

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The consumables should be changed for the first time after a mileage of 100 thousand kilometers. Further, ideally, the transmission fluid should be replaced every 40-50 thousand kilometers. In this case consumables the unit will always be clean and fresh. Accordingly, he will perform all the functions assigned to him without any problems.

However, in practice, the substance can be replaced every 90 thousand kilometers, subject to several conditions:

• correct operation automatic transmissions;
• use quality products, which will not lose its properties after a few years;
• the correct approach to replacement, that is, changing the filter and flushing the system if necessary.

As for the substance itself, it should be purchased from a dealer or in special stores. Toyota produces its own transmission fluid, called Toyota CVT Fluid TC. The use of other products is not permitted as they may cause harm vehicle. And remember - without experience, it’s better not to get involved in this matter. It is always more profitable to pay a specialist and be confident in the result than to spend your energy on a result that may not please you later.

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Hello! I purchased a 2010 Toyota RAV4, mileage 69,000t. Is it necessary to change the oil in the variator, and with what frequency and what special oil is poured? Thank you. (Alexander)

Good afternoon, Alexander. Our resource specialist has prepared an answer to your question and is ready to provide it to you.

When should you change the transmission fluid?

Alexander, the Toyota manufacturer claims that transmission oil is filled for the entire life of your vehicle.

The manufacturer does not provide for the replacement of this consumable. However, in practice it is necessary, since only in this way can possible breakdowns characteristic of automatic transmissions be avoided.

Toyota RAV 4 2014

The consumables should be changed for the first time after a mileage of 100 thousand kilometers. Further, ideally, the transmission fluid should be replaced every 40-50 thousand kilometers. In this case, the consumables in the unit will always be clean and fresh. Accordingly, he will perform all the functions assigned to him without any problems.

However, in practice, the substance can be replaced every 90 thousand kilometers, subject to several conditions:

• proper operation of the automatic transmission;
• using high-quality products that will not lose their properties after several years;
• the correct approach to replacement, that is, changing the filter and flushing the system if necessary.

As for the substance itself, it should be purchased from a dealer or in special stores. Toyota produces its own transmission fluid, called Toyota CVT Fluid TC. The use of other products is not permitted as this may cause damage to the vehicle. And remember - without experience, it’s better not to get involved in this matter. It is always more profitable to pay a specialist and be confident in the result than to spend your energy on a result that may not please you later.

How to change the TM using the example of a Renault car - look at the video.

Watch an interesting video on this topic