Before you take any of the drain/fill plug out make sure you tap the allen socket in with a hammer to prevent rounding it. You should also clean the debri out of the hole.
Different drain and fill locations for diff fluid on my 2020 Rav4 Limited AWD.
The problem is the diff on my 2020 Limited AWD are different from the 2019-2022 AWD models. I need to verify the location that I believe are the drain and fill locations before I start turning wrenches. All the videos online show a different version than mine.
The first two pictures are my diff. The other picture are diffs from 2019-2022 AWD Rav4 models.
The first two pictures are my diff. The other picture are diffs from 2019-2022 AWD Rav4 models.
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Just an FYI. The Limited, Adventure and TRD trims all have the same AWD system and it is different than other trims for the 5th gen RAV4's.
The Limited and Adventure trims have had the Torque Vectoring AWD system since 2019 and the TRD (which is based upon the Adventure trim) has had it since it's release (I don't remember when it was first available). All other trims have a Torque Control AWD system. The Torque Vectoring AWD system has a rear driveline disconnect system which mandated a different rear differential system.
So, your statement regarding all 5 gen RAV4's is incorrect if you were not aware of the differences in the AWD system available on the 5th gen RAV4's since its release.
However, I can't help you on the drain and fill locations but chances are, the Torque Vectoring will be different and potentially might require different fluid. The owners manual states the different rear differentials and their fluid capacities.
Ok, same fluid but different capacities:
Yes, those are your fill and drain plugs. Open the fill plug first and just fill until you see a steady stream spill out. Also, don't use the cheap steel crush washers use aluminum crush washers for all plugs, including the transmission. Part # 90430-18008. It also helps to drive around for 30 minutes in stop and go traffic to warm up the transfer case and rear differential to make the plugs easier to open.
Redline 75W-85 is fine for all Toyota transfer case and differentials and one of the few that are LX compatible. You can buy 6 packs on eBay for about $18 per quart, compared to $25 each when buying separately.
The procedure to check differential fluid is to open the fill port and put your finger inside to check the level. The fill plug shouldn't be higher than the axle so that's how you know you have the right one.
Here's a link that has some pictures of your differential outside of the vehicle.
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Redline 75W-85 is fine for all Toyota transfer case and differentials and one of the few that are LX compatible. You can buy 6 packs on eBay for about $18 per quart, compared to $25 each when buying separately.
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The procedure to check differential fluid is to open the fill port and put your finger inside to check the level. The fill plug shouldn't be higher than the axle so that's how you know you have the right one.
Here's a link that has some pictures of your differential outside of the vehicle.
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