Top it off and see if it goes down low again so you are sure.

I include the repair manual:
https://share.qclt.com/%E4%B8%B0%E7%94%B0Toyota%20RAV4%20Repair%20Manual/

 

My 2011 had a slight leak at the upper radiator hose plastic T connection, which I had replaced. I understand that is a common problem.

 

My 2009 had the exact same issue you are describing. As it was explained to me by a forum member, at times coolant will leak from the weep hole located in the water pump housing and is nothing to be overly concerned about. I just kept an eye on the coolant level and in a week or so the problem disappeared. That was at least several years ago and there has been no loss of coolant since then. Don't worry about it and as the say, "If it ain't broke, don't fix it).:smile

 

You did the right thing to wait and see if the coolant drops again. Too many people get panicky and are misguided when a Toyota mechanic say they need a water pump when it may not be true. The evidence seems to point to a leak but some coolant pressure release may occur sometimes making it appear so.


I bet the mechanic will say that to me too since I can see coolant residue under my engine. I have only topped it up once in 3 years not including the coolant change a month ago.

 

Mine had a small crack at the Y section so that is why I had it replaced.

 

There are already several members requiring replacement for this part due to weak joints that crack. Seems to be for the 4 cylinder models mainly and none from V6 owners since the design is different.

 

Agree with DL175. Wait and see whether there is a problem longer term. Don't seem to recall that there is a pump problem being reported with this year and engine.

 

This Toyota TSB explains how a little seepage from the water pump weephole is normal:

https://www.rav4world.com/forums/10...tsbs/87845-t-sb-0117-11-water-pump-inspection-diagnostic-tips-09-01-2011-a.html