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.
Scroll down to see detailed timing belt data for your particular model year of the Toyota Rav4.
Toyota Rav4 Timing Belt Or Chain| Year | Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference |
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| 1996 - 2000 | 4 Cylinder | Timing Belt | Non-Interference |
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| 2001-2023 | 4 Cylinder | Timing Chain | Interference |
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| 2006 - 2012 | V6 | Timing Chain | Interference |
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| 2016-2023 | 4 Cyl. Hybrid | Timing Chain | Interference |
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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.
Check out the Belt Or Chain specifications for other makes and models.
2023 Toyota Rav4 - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2023 Toyota Rav4 models have a timing chain and an interference engine.
2023 Toyota Rav4 Timing Belt Or Chain| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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| 2.5L 4 Cyl. Hybrid | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2.5L 4 Cyl. | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2022 Toyota Rav4 - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2022 Toyota Rav4 models have a timing chain and an interference engine.
2022 Toyota Rav4 Timing Belt Or Chain| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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| 2.5L 4 Cyl. Hybrid | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2.5L 4 Cyl. | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime2021 Toyota Rav4 - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2021 Toyota Rav4 models have a timing chain and an interference engine.
2021 Toyota Rav4 Timing Belt Or Chain| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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| 2.5L 4 Cyl. | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2.5L 4 Cyl. Hybrid 302 hp (A25A-FXS) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2020 Toyota Rav4 - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2020 Toyota Rav4 models have a timing chain and an interference engine.
2020 Toyota Rav4 Timing Belt Or Chain| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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| 2.5L 4 Cyl. 202 hp (A25A-FKS) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2.5L 4 Cyl. Hybrid 219 hp (A25B-FXS) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2019 Toyota RAV42019 Toyota Rav4 - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2019 Toyota Rav4 models have a timing chain and an interference engine.
2019 Toyota Rav4 Timing Belt Or Chain| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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| 2.5L 4 Cyl. 202 hp (A25A-FKS) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2.5L 4 Cyl. Hybrid 219 hp (A25B-FXS) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2018 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid2018 Toyota Rav4 - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2018 Toyota Rav4 models have a timing chain and an interference engine.
2018 Toyota Rav4 Timing Belt Or Chain| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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| 2.5L 4 Cyl. 176 hp (2AR-FE) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2.5L 4 Cyl. Hybrid 194 hp (2AR-FXE) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2017 Toyota Rav4 - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2017 Toyota Rav4 models have a timing chain and an interference engine.
2017 Toyota Rav4 Timing Belt Or Chain| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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| 2.5L 4 Cyl. 176 hp (2AR-FE) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2.5L 4 Cyl. Hybrid 194 hp (2AR-FXE) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2016 Toyota Rav4 - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2016 Toyota Rav4 models have a timing chain and an interference engine.
2016 Toyota Rav4 Timing Belt Or Chain| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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| 2.5L 4 Cyl. 176 hp (2AR-FE) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2.5L 4 Cyl. Hybrid 194 hp (2AR-FXE) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2015 Toyota Rav4 - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2015 Toyota Rav4 models have a timing chain and an interference engine.
2015 Toyota Rav4 Timing Belt Or Chain| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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| 2.5L 4 Cyl. 176 hp (2AR-FE) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2014 Toyota Rav4 - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2014 Toyota Rav4 models have a timing chain and an interference engine.
2014 Toyota Rav4 Timing Belt Or Chain| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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| 2.5L 4 Cyl. 176 hp (2AR-FE) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2013 Toyota Rav4 - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2013 Toyota Rav4 models have a timing chain and an interference engine.
2013 Toyota Rav4 Timing Belt Or Chain| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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| 2.5L 4 Cyl. 176 hp (2AR-FE) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2012 Toyota Rav4 - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2012 Toyota Rav4 models have a timing chain and an interference engine.
2012 Toyota Rav4 Timing Belt Or Chain| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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| 3.5L V6 269 hp (2GR-FE) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2.5L 4 Cyl. 178 hp (2AR-FE) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2011 Toyota Rav4 - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2011 Toyota Rav4 models have a timing chain and an interference engine.
2011 Toyota Rav4 Timing Belt Or Chain| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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| 3.5L V6 269 hp (2GR-FE) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2.5L 4 Cyl. 178 hp (2AR-FE) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2010 Toyota Rav4 - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2010 Toyota Rav4 models have a timing chain and an interference engine.
2010 Toyota Rav4 Timing Belt Or Chain| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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| 3.5L V6 269 hp (2GR-FE) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2.5L 4 Cyl. 178 hp (2AR-FE) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2009 Toyota Rav4 - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2009 Toyota Rav4 models have a timing chain and an interference engine.
2009 Toyota Rav4 Timing Belt Or Chain| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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| 3.5L V6 269 hp (2GR-FE) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2.5L 4 Cyl. 178 hp (2AR-FE) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2008 Toyota Rav4 - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2008 Toyota Rav4 models have a timing chain and an interference engine.
2008 Toyota Rav4 Timing Belt Or Chain| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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| 3.5L V6 269 hp (2GR-FE) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2.4L 4 Cyl. 166 hp (2AZ-FE) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2007 Toyota Rav4 - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2007 Toyota Rav4 models have a timing chain and an interference engine.
2007 Toyota Rav4 Timing Belt Or Chain| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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| 3.5L V6 269 hp (2GR-FE) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2.4L 4 Cyl. 166 hp (2AZ-FE) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2006 Toyota Rav4 - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2006 Toyota Rav4 models have a timing chain and an interference engine.
2006 Toyota Rav4 Timing Belt Or Chain| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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| 3.5L V6 269 hp (2GR-FE) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2.4L 4 Cyl. 166 hp (2AZ-FE) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2005 Toyota Rav4 - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2005 Toyota Rav4 models have a timing chain and an interference engine.
2005 Toyota Rav4 Timing Belt Or Chain| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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| 2.4L 4 Cyl. 166 hp (2AZ-FE) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2004 Toyota Rav4 - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2004 Toyota Rav4 models have a timing chain and an interference engine.
2004 Toyota Rav4 Timing Belt Or Chain| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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| 2.4L 4 Cyl. 160 hp (2AZ-FE) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2003 Toyota Rav4 - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2003 Toyota Rav4 models have a timing chain and an interference engine.
2003 Toyota Rav4 Timing Belt Or Chain| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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| 2.4L 4 Cyl. 150 hp (2AZ-FE) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2002 Toyota Rav4 - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2002 Toyota Rav4 models have a timing chain and an interference engine.
2002 Toyota Rav4 Timing Belt Or Chain| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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| 2.4L 4 Cyl. 150 hp (2AZ-FE) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2001 Toyota Rav4 - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2001 Toyota Rav4 models have a timing chain and an interference engine.
2001 Toyota Rav4 Timing Belt Or Chain| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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| 2.4L 4 Cyl. 150 hp (2AZ-FE) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2000 Toyota Rav4 - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2000 Toyota Rav4 models have a timing belt and a non-interference engine.
2000 Toyota Rav4 Timing Belt Or Chain| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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| 2.0L 4 Cyl. 127 hp (3S-FE) | Timing Belt | Non-Interference | 90k |
1999 Toyota Rav4 - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 1999 Toyota Rav4 models have a timing belt and a non-interference engine.
1999 Toyota Rav4 Timing Belt Or Chain| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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| 2.0L 4 Cyl. 127 hp (3S-FE) | Timing Belt | Non-Interference | 90k |
1998 Toyota Rav4 - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 1998 Toyota Rav4 models have a timing belt and a non-interference engine.
1998 Toyota Rav4 Timing Belt Or Chain| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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| 2.0L 4 Cyl. 127 hp (3S-FE) | Timing Belt | Non-Interference | 90k |
1997 Toyota Rav4 - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 1997 Toyota Rav4 models have a timing belt and a non-interference engine.
1997 Toyota Rav4 Timing Belt Or Chain| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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| 2.0L 4 Cyl. 127 hp (3S-FE) | Timing Belt | Non-Interference | 90k |
1996 Toyota Rav4 - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 1996 Toyota Rav4 models have a timing belt and a non-interference engine.
1996 Toyota Rav4 Timing Belt Or Chain| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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| 2.0L 4 Cyl. 127 hp (3S-FE) | Timing Belt | Non-Interference | 90k |
2019 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid
Timing Belt Basics
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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