Toyota Rav4 Timing Overview (All Model Years)
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.
| Model | Years | Engine Type (Engine Code) | Timing Belt Or Chain | Interference Or Non-Interference | Replacement Kits For Purchase |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota Rav4 | 1996 - 2000 | 4 Cylinder | timing belt | non-interference | Amazon |
| 2001-2020 | 4 Cylinder | timing chain | interference | Amazon | |
| 2006 - 2012 | V6 | timing chain | interference | Amazon | |
| Toyota Rav4 Hybrid | 2016-2021 | 4 Cyl. Hybrid | timing chain | interference | Amazon |
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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.
2021 Toyota Rav4 - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2021 Toyota Rav4 models have a timing chain and an interference engine.
| Engine Type | Timing Belt Or Chain | Interference Or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (Miles) | Replacement Kits For Purchase |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5L 4 Cyl. Hybrid 302 hp (A25A-FXS) | timing chain | interference | lifetime | Amazon |
2020 Toyota Rav4 - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2020 Toyota Rav4 models have a timing chain and an interference engine.
2019 Toyota Rav4 - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2019 Toyota Rav4 models have a timing chain and an interference engine.
2018 Toyota Rav4 - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2018 Toyota Rav4 models have a timing chain and an interference engine.
2017 Toyota Rav4 - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2017 Toyota Rav4 models have a timing chain and an interference engine.
2016 Toyota Rav4 - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2016 Toyota Rav4 models have a timing chain and an interference engine.
2015 Toyota Rav4 - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2015 Toyota Rav4 models have a timing chain and an interference engine.
| Engine Type | Timing Belt Or Chain | Interference Or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (Miles) | Replacement Kits For Purchase |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5L 4 Cyl. 176 hp (2AR-FE) | timing chain | interference | lifetime | Amazon |
2014 Toyota Rav4 - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2014 Toyota Rav4 models have a timing chain and an interference engine.
| Engine Type | Timing Belt Or Chain | Interference Or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (Miles) | Replacement Kits For Purchase |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5L 4 Cyl. 176 hp (2AR-FE) | timing chain | interference | lifetime | Amazon |
2013 Toyota Rav4 - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2013 Toyota Rav4 models have a timing chain and an interference engine.
| Engine Type | Timing Belt Or Chain | Interference Or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (Miles) | Replacement Kits For Purchase |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5L 4 Cyl. 176 hp (2AR-FE) | timing chain | interference | lifetime | Amazon |
2012 Toyota Rav4 - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2012 Toyota Rav4 models have a timing chain and an interference engine.
2011 Toyota Rav4 - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2011 Toyota Rav4 models have a timing chain and an interference engine.
2010 Toyota Rav4 - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2010 Toyota Rav4 models have a timing chain and an interference engine.
2009 Toyota Rav4 - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2009 Toyota Rav4 models have a timing chain and an interference engine.
2008 Toyota Rav4 - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2008 Toyota Rav4 models have a timing chain and an interference engine.
2007 Toyota Rav4 - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2007 Toyota Rav4 models have a timing chain and an interference engine.
2006 Toyota Rav4 - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2006 Toyota Rav4 models have a timing chain and an interference engine.
2005 Toyota Rav4 - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2005 Toyota Rav4 models have a timing chain and an interference engine.
| Engine Type | Timing Belt Or Chain | Interference Or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (Miles) | Replacement Kits For Purchase |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4L 4 Cyl. 166 hp (2AZ-FE) | timing chain | interference | lifetime | Amazon |
2004 Toyota Rav4 - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2004 Toyota Rav4 models have a timing chain and an interference engine.
| Engine Type | Timing Belt Or Chain | Interference Or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (Miles) | Replacement Kits For Purchase |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4L 4 Cyl. 160 hp (2AZ-FE) | timing chain | interference | lifetime | Amazon |
2003 Toyota Rav4 - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2003 Toyota Rav4 models have a timing chain and an interference engine.
| Engine Type | Timing Belt Or Chain | Interference Or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (Miles) | Replacement Kits For Purchase |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4L 4 Cyl. 150 hp (2AZ-FE) | timing chain | interference | lifetime | Amazon |
2002 Toyota Rav4 - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2002 Toyota Rav4 models have a timing chain and an interference engine.
| Engine Type | Timing Belt Or Chain | Interference Or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (Miles) | Replacement Kits For Purchase |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4L 4 Cyl. 150 hp (2AZ-FE) | timing chain | interference | lifetime | Amazon |
2001 Toyota Rav4 - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2001 Toyota Rav4 models have a timing chain and an interference engine.
| Engine Type | Timing Belt Or Chain | Interference Or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (Miles) | Replacement Kits For Purchase |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4L 4 Cyl. 150 hp (2AZ-FE) | timing chain | interference | lifetime | Amazon |
2000 Toyota Rav4 - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2000 Toyota Rav4 models have a timing belt and a non-interference engine.
| Engine Type | Timing Belt Or Chain | Interference Or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (Miles) | Replacement Kits For Purchase |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4 Cyl. 127 hp (3S-FE) | timing belt | non-interference | 90k | Amazon |
1999 Toyota Rav4 - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 1999 Toyota Rav4 models have a timing belt and a non-interference engine.
| Engine Type | Timing Belt Or Chain | Interference Or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (Miles) | Replacement Kits For Purchase |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4 Cyl. 127 hp (3S-FE) | timing belt | non-interference | 90k | Amazon |
1998 Toyota Rav4 - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 1998 Toyota Rav4 models have a timing belt and a non-interference engine.
| Engine Type | Timing Belt Or Chain | Interference Or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (Miles) | Replacement Kits For Purchase |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4 Cyl. 127 hp (3S-FE) | timing belt | non-interference | 90k | Amazon |
1997 Toyota Rav4 - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 1997 Toyota Rav4 models have a timing belt and a non-interference engine.
| Engine Type | Timing Belt Or Chain | Interference Or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (Miles) | Replacement Kits For Purchase |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4 Cyl. 127 hp (3S-FE) | timing belt | non-interference | 90k | Amazon |
1996 Toyota Rav4 - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 1996 Toyota Rav4 models have a timing belt and a non-interference engine.
| Engine Type | Timing Belt Or Chain | Interference Or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (Miles) | Replacement Kits For Purchase |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4 Cyl. 127 hp (3S-FE) | timing belt | non-interference | 90k | Amazon |
