2009 Toyota RAV4 Owners Manual - Page 493
2009 Toyota RAV4 Manual
Page 493 highlights
6-1. Specifications Use Toyota approved "Toyota Genuine Motor Oil" or equivalent to satisfy the grade and viscosity shown below. 2.5 L 4-cylinder (2AR-FE) engine *1 Recommended oil viscosity Outside temperature 3.5 L V6 (2GR-FE) engine *2 Outside temperature *1: 0W-20 is the oil that provides the optimal level of fuel efficiency. *2: 5W-30 is the oil that provides the optimal level of fuel efficiency. 6 Oil viscosity l The 5W portion of the oil viscosity rating indicates the characteristic of the oil which allows cold startability. Oils with a lower value before the W allow for easier starting of the engine in cold weather. l The 30 in 5W-30 indicates the oil viscosity when the oil is at its operating temperature. An oil with a higher viscosity may be better suited if the vehicle is operated at high speeds, or under extreme load conditions. Vehicle specifications 471