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All Toyota Rav4s from 2001 and newer have timing chains and interference engines.
All Toyota Rav4's from 2000 and older have timing belts and non-interference engines.
For example, the 2021 Toyota Rav4 2.5L 4 Cyl. Hybrid 302 hp (A25A-FXS) option has a timing chain while the 2000 Toyota Rav4 2.0L 4 Cyl. 127 hp (3S-FE) option has a timing belt.
Model Years | Engine Option | Timing Belt Or Chain | Interference Or Non-Interference |
---|---|---|---|
1996 - 2000 | 4 Cylinder | timing belt | non-interference |
2001-2020 | 4 Cylinder | timing chain | interference |
2006 - 2012 | V6 | timing chain | interference |
2016-2021 | 4 Cyl. Hybrid | timing chain | interference |
Scroll down for detailed information on your particular Toyota Rav4 model year.
Check the belt or chain for other makes and models here.
The primary purpose of the timing belt or timing chain is to maintain the timing (syncronization) between the crankshaft and the camshaft(s).
A timing belt is made of a rubber compound while a timing chain is made of chain similiar to a bicycle chain.
A timing belt wears out over time and must be replaced at the manufacturer's specified interval. Timing belt failure can result in serious engine damage.
Although a timing chain will wear over time it is usually good for the lifetime of the engine but it should be routinely inspected.
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Note: Replacement intervals are broad recommendations and can be affected by age, weather conditions, running conditions etc. Check with the owner's manual/ manufacturer/ dealership.
All 2021 Toyota Rav4 models have a timing chain and an interference engine. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | 2.5L 4 Cyl. Hybrid 302 hp (A25A-FXS) |
---|---|
Belt Or Chain | timing chain |
Interference or Non-interference | interference |
Replacement Interval | lifetime |
All 2020 Toyota Rav4 models have a timing chain and an interference engine. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
2.5L 4 Cyl. Hybrid 219 hp (A25B-FXS) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
2.5L 4 Cyl. 202 hp (A25A-FKS) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
All 2019 Toyota Rav4 models have a timing chain and an interference engine. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
2.5L 4 Cyl. Hybrid 219 hp (A25B-FXS) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
2.5L 4 Cyl. 202 hp (A25A-FKS) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
All 2018 Toyota Rav4 models have a timing chain and an interference engine. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
2.5L 4 Cyl. Hybrid 194 hp (2AR-FXE) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
2.5L 4 Cyl. 176 hp (2AR-FE) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
All 2017 Toyota Rav4 models have a timing chain and an interference engine. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
2.5L 4 Cyl. Hybrid 194 hp (2AR-FXE) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
2.5L 4 Cyl. 176 hp (2AR-FE) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
All 2016 Toyota Rav4 models have a timing chain and an interference engine. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
2.5L 4 Cyl. Hybrid 194 hp (2AR-FXE) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
2.5L 4 Cyl. 176 hp (2AR-FE) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
All 2015 Toyota Rav4 models have a timing chain and an interference engine. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | 2.5L 4 Cyl. 176 hp (2AR-FE) |
---|---|
Belt Or Chain | timing chain |
Interference or Non-interference | interference |
Replacement Interval | lifetime |
All 2014 Toyota Rav4 models have a timing chain and an interference engine. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | 2.5L 4 Cyl. 176 hp (2AR-FE) |
---|---|
Belt Or Chain | timing chain |
Interference or Non-interference | interference |
Replacement Interval | lifetime |
All 2013 Toyota Rav4 models have a timing chain and an interference engine. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | 2.5L 4 Cyl. 176 hp (2AR-FE) |
---|---|
Belt Or Chain | timing chain |
Interference or Non-interference | interference |
Replacement Interval | lifetime |
All 2012 Toyota Rav4 models have a timing chain and an interference engine. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
2.5L 4 Cyl. 178 hp (2AR-FE) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
3.5L V6 269 hp (2GR-FE) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
All 2011 Toyota Rav4 models have a timing chain and an interference engine. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
2.5L 4 Cyl. 178 hp (2AR-FE) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
3.5L V6 269 hp (2GR-FE) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
All 2010 Toyota Rav4 models have a timing chain and an interference engine. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
2.5L 4 Cyl. 178 hp (2AR-FE) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
3.5L V6 269 hp (2GR-FE) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
All 2009 Toyota Rav4 models have a timing chain and an interference engine. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
2.5L 4 Cyl. 178 hp (2AR-FE) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
3.5L V6 269 hp (2GR-FE) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
All 2008 Toyota Rav4 models have a timing chain and an interference engine. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
2.4L 4 Cyl. 166 hp (2AZ-FE) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
3.5L V6 269 hp (2GR-FE) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
All 2007 Toyota Rav4 models have a timing chain and an interference engine. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
2.4L 4 Cyl. 166 hp (2AZ-FE) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
3.5L V6 269 hp (2GR-FE) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
All 2006 Toyota Rav4 models have a timing chain and an interference engine. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-interference | Replacement Interval |
---|---|---|---|
2.4L 4 Cyl. 166 hp (2AZ-FE) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
3.5L V6 269 hp (2GR-FE) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
All 2005 Toyota Rav4 models have a timing chain and an interference engine. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | 2.4L 4 Cyl. 166 hp (2AZ-FE) |
---|---|
Belt Or Chain | timing chain |
Interference or Non-interference | interference |
Replacement Interval | lifetime |
All 2004 Toyota Rav4 models have a timing chain and an interference engine. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | 2.4L 4 Cyl. 160 hp (2AZ-FE) |
---|---|
Belt Or Chain | timing chain |
Interference or Non-interference | interference |
Replacement Interval | lifetime |
All 2003 Toyota Rav4 models have a timing chain and an interference engine. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | 2.4L 4 Cyl. 150 hp (2AZ-FE) |
---|---|
Belt Or Chain | timing chain |
Interference or Non-interference | interference |
Replacement Interval | lifetime |
All 2002 Toyota Rav4 models have a timing chain and an interference engine. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | 2.4L 4 Cyl. 150 hp (2AZ-FE) |
---|---|
Belt Or Chain | timing chain |
Interference or Non-interference | interference |
Replacement Interval | lifetime |
All 2001 Toyota Rav4 models have a timing chain and an interference engine. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | 2.4L 4 Cyl. 150 hp (2AZ-FE) |
---|---|
Belt Or Chain | timing chain |
Interference or Non-interference | interference |
Replacement Interval | lifetime |
All 2000 Toyota Rav4 models have a timing belt and a non-interference engine. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | 2.0L 4 Cyl. 127 hp (3S-FE) |
---|---|
Belt Or Chain | timing belt |
Interference or Non-interference | non-interference |
Replacement Interval | 90k miles |
All 1999 Toyota Rav4 models have a timing belt and a non-interference engine. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | 2.0L 4 Cyl. 127 hp (3S-FE) |
---|---|
Belt Or Chain | timing belt |
Interference or Non-interference | non-interference |
Replacement Interval | 90k miles |
All 1998 Toyota Rav4 models have a timing belt and a non-interference engine. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | 2.0L 4 Cyl. 127 hp (3S-FE) |
---|---|
Belt Or Chain | timing belt |
Interference or Non-interference | non-interference |
Replacement Interval | 90k miles |
All 1997 Toyota Rav4 models have a timing belt and a non-interference engine. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | 2.0L 4 Cyl. 127 hp (3S-FE) |
---|---|
Belt Or Chain | timing belt |
Interference or Non-interference | non-interference |
Replacement Interval | 90k miles |
All 1996 Toyota Rav4 models have a timing belt and a non-interference engine. See the data outlined in the table below.
Engine Option | 2.0L 4 Cyl. 127 hp (3S-FE) |
---|---|
Belt Or Chain | timing belt |
Interference or Non-interference | non-interference |
Replacement Interval | 90k miles |
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