Excellent video. No annoyingly loud music, no wasted time, and lots of good info. Always wanted a 97 Rav4 2 door, or a Suzuki x90. Thanks

You are The Apostle Paul, of Rav 4s. God bless.

thanks, came here just to see how to change the head gasket and ended up giving my dads 96' rav4 a whole tune up.

Recently bought a 2000 rav4 and your videos have been really helpful although you made that fuel filter seem a lot easier than it was for me. Don't think mine had ever been replaced. 150k miles too.

These videos are great, thanks Paul! This will be a huge help for me as my '97 Rav4 definitely needs a tune-up.

Amazing video. Straight to the point. Please make more! 🙏🏼 That said, NEVER use anti-seize on a spark plug with shiny threads. It already comes with a special coating from the factory to prevent seizing. Any anti-seize used will act like a LUBRICANT and will cause your torque specs to be off, ultimately over-torquing the spark plug. The only time anti-seize should be used is when the threads on a spark plug have a dull/matted, non-shiny/metallic finish. 😎👍🏼

Wow. You're a madman. Great vid. Right to the point. Zero BS. Thanks for this

Just bought a Rav4 as a farm car, these videos are of great help keeping her going. Much appreciated from New Zealand :)

Exellent video for helping rav4 owners , i know someone who has done all this plus removed rear seats , replaced the front seats with much lighter race style seats off alibaba , he is getting better mpg out of his toy now , no figures but he is much more pleased with it now. ; ]

Thanks for uploading and sharing! Just bought a '96 today (good and almost rust free from an old couple) with new service done already. Your videos will help me a lot in the future!

Thanks for all your knowledge and descriptive videos Paul

Thanks for the hard to find ignition timing information.

Did the fuel filter following your video, didn't went that well! First off, I bought the filter from Toyota part-number and it came with holding bracket. So I decided to replace the whole assembly instead to untight the current bracket to replace only the filter. In reinstalling the new filter+bracket I managed to break one of 2 bolts that hold the bracket :'( And in a general way getting the bolts lose and wrenching in that tight space is quite difficult ! So in the end this simple task took me 2h+ and now my filter bracket is only held by 1 bolt -_-

i going to start doing this with my dad in his 1998 rav4! thanks!

I am from the Netherlands and I own a 1994 RAV4, it is Nice to See the 4 Doors version. In the Netherlands there is only the 2 Doors version. I love my funcruiser

Awesome! my new best friend in KZfaq!! 🎉

Never drop sparkplugs in the holes. Use a magnet to gently place them on he bottom of the hole otherwise you may change the electrode distance by denting it.

I need more videos. Informative and entertaining.

Spectacular video mate, succinct and informative, nga mihi nui.

Lovelovelove these videos. Just bought 99 rav4 manual . You are my new hero.

Son of a... I changed the plugs today. Didn't use that b gel. 1 day is what I missed you video by. 1 day

Ive got original wires and distributor on mine,210,000 miles! Just replaced the denso platinum +2 plugs which may have been original as well. A little.ash deposit on one side of the plugs.

Ty couldn't see what type of screws hold rotor you helped ty ty ty Phillips

You are very helpful thanks for posting all this

Hi Paul!!! The video is really awesome. I appreciate the zoom-ins and detailed explanation of how old and new things look like. I am not really a mechanic and wanted to ask your advice. I got Toyota Rav4 1996 in Sep 2020 with 97k miles. Recently, the engine sign lightened up and I connected a diagnostic tool to read the code. Turned out, it was P0302. I googled the reasons and turned out that spark plugs could be one of the reasons. One other KZfaqr suggested replacing the spark plug wires and seeing if the code will change, but the wires were too short to be placed in different sockets so I just put them back lol. After I turned the car on the engine sign disappeared (???). Few days later, it appeared back again and the car vibrates intensively both on idle and while driving. I haven't taken the car to mechanic since I bought it, so thinking it might be spark plugs. I have few questions: Do I need to replace all the things mentioned in your video, or I can just replace, spark plugs and it's good to go? Are there specific spark plugs I should get? There is a lot in the store and I have a hard time figuring out what's the difference. Any other advise would be appreciated:) I want to try fixing it myself because I love the car, and I live in small city where there is only one mechanic place. I had previously taken the car to them because of an oil leak, but I've paid $$$ and oil leak is still there haha. Will get to that once I figure out this particular problem. Thank you!!!

Super Explanation, Thank you very much.This cars are old Gold.

Thankyou very much, these tutor are great!

Great explanation..more tutorial on your Rav4 please.

I love these videos. I love the old school rav4

Hi Paul! I love your Rav4 videos. It helped me a lot. I inherited a 1998 Rav4 about a year ago, automatic, 4 doors. I've been fixing it up little by little. Last weekend the mechanic changed the transmission disc and connected a bunch of loosen cables, obviously 4x4 wasn't working. Now I want to know How can I know if my 4x4 is working as it should? Maybe you could throw me some tips :) Best regards,

Brilliant video

So amazing

Hey how does the timing adjust when the computer does the changes? 6:06 . Is there a motor that turns something under the distributor?

How many bar fuel pump

Nice, efficient video.

Hi paul. just subscribed to your channel. I have a 96 with 340k miles on it. loving it more the older it gets. Just finished replacing the vcg, but i read somewhere (not sure which rav4 forum there's so many to keep track) that the torque for spark plug nuts is 17ft pounds. I'm a little worried that it may be too loose.

really good video congrats

❤

hello, I have a toyota rav 4 from 1999, and I don't know where the obd plug is, I mention that it is not on the right under the dash like it is on yours, maybe you can help me, thanks.

would this car wouldnt start if the timing is off. or should i be looking on the other things like, fuel pump?etc. its cranks up but wont start, got new spark plugs..

Can’t find the spacing for my 98 rav spark plugs. What did you do you’re at

J'aime ça

Any Amazon links?

Great job! :)

Can you do one on spark plug order

you got part numbers or where I can purchase these?

hi Paul. Great video. I really liked that you shoot such videos. Very useful. Respect. I wanted to ask which company is this new thermostat from? Can you tell us more?

Thank you very much

Thanks was not able to remove timing cover to replace gasket thanks oil leak

Can I jumper the fuel pump from the diagnostic connector and how if possible. Thanks

How to know if the wires are bad?

Sir, i have a rav4 same model , the problem was the rpm gauge is not working even in idle or running fast,

Mean video, looking forward to more

Hey Paul I’m having some issues, I got two codes from my 97 po105 and po120. Is there a reason the code for the map and the tps would go off at the same time? Car is hard to start and if I tap the throotle quickly it will stall and lug. But if I roll slowly on the throttle it will rev just fine.

How can i replace my Toyota 3s-Ge 5 door idler tensioner near Alternator.any idea.

*magic white goo*

AWESOME!!! PERFECT!!! Now, I just have one question: are you in the tri-state (New York, New Jersey & Connecticut) area? 🤞

Did any of these steps cause the head gasket leak?

I love how you speed up the important parts so I can’t tell how to do it

Awesome video. Would you happen to know how to change rear main seal for 2003 Toyota Sienna. Maybe if your nearby you can use my van to make a video. Plus i can help with video and 2nd pair of hands. I stay in AZ. If possible. Reply and we'll go from there. Thx Art

how to change ac air filter for 1995 toyota rav4

Where do I get the heater hose and short piece of wire?

Great Video. Does your RAV4 have a removable in-cabin air filter?

Do you have a video about fuel injectors??

which spark plug model did you install? Please!!

Hey Paul, about the distributor. There are numberings written on each distributor's hole 1-2-3 & 4. Which number connect to which sparkplug wire? Should number 1 connect to the shortest sparkplug wire or the longest one?

Paul Thank you, great videos! Just one question, did you calibrate the spark plugs before putting them in the car? I have the 3 door 1999 model and it is loosing power when I accelerate the car in second and third gear. What do you think?

Have the same car as this....its fuel economy is scary! Been looking to find a solution. Otherwise the engine purrs like a kitten. No other problem whatsoever. Any pointers?

Bset vedio ☑️☑️☑️❤️❤️❤️

“Never underestimate idiots. They’ll find a way to install it wrong.” 🤣🤣🤣👍🏼

Can you make a fuel injectors tutorial

Hola Paúl. Muchas gracias por tus videos... Pero tengo una duda.. Hice todo el tune up como lo explicas paso a paso pero ahora me queda la luz de "" check"" encendida... Que puedo hacer para solucionarlo...???

Can I use distributor from Rav4 1999 to Rav4 model 1995 ?

Hey Paul- thank you for the super-helpful video. I replaced my spark plugs, wireset, rotor cap and distributor cap no problem thank to your video. However last minute i decided to replace the PCV Valve without pulling off the cylinder head cover. I simply popped the old PCV Valve off and popped the new on on. It didnt seem to seat totally flush, but very close. During a test drive the car stalled out as i stepped on the brake coming to a corner. I managed to turn the car off and get it started again. My question is: is it okay to replace the PCV valve as i did? Im wondering if maybe its the rubber grommet or a slight crack in the hose that might be the problem which is causing my 97 rav 4 to stall and also sometimes idle high momentarily at about 2000 rpm? Any advice is greatly appreciated✌

Where did you get a new distributor

What size of bolt did you buy to replace the short bolt on the fuel filter bracket?

any idea how to fix the engine whine? sounds almost like a supercharger, no noise when cold, only starts after driving for a while which gets louder with revving/acceleration, its even worse with the a/c on, im suspecting timing belt but was recently done, mechanic denies and thinks it needs a new a/c unit.

What is the goo?

hello my car is 1998 5 door rav4 i can't find the parts can you help me

Hi Paul, thank you for the great work that you are doing. I have a similar Rav4, is it possible to remove 4 wheel from this type of car?

What is the magic goo? Do you have part numbers or a recommendation for where to buy the parts?

Hi Paul! I love your videos!! I have a Rav4 1999 and I'm trying to replace all the items on this video. I'm having a really hard time finding the distributor cap and rotor. Where do you look for the parts? Do you have any suggestions? Thank you, Marcos

So how do adjust the timing with a dist that has a set hole and no rotation slot?? Do I have to do it with a computer??

I made the mistake of paying upfront to a freelance mechanic we who came to my house (he was a young adult. Seemed to be on drugs or something). I went to take a nap for less than an hour. When I woke up, he had left already leaving me a text message and the key under the driver's mat. I have no fucking idea what he did. The car still sounds good, but I still want do a tune-up to be on the safe side.

Hi Paul, I have the exactly same car and have never had problems with it for the last 20 years until now. Every couple of days the car just doesn't start. The battery is new, the starter turns but the car doesn't start. I usually wait a couple of hours or try on the next day, and then it normally starts just fine and continues fine for the next couple of days, until it happens again. Any idea what's most likely causing the problem?

I didn't add silicone onto the corners, is that ok?

Hello everyone :) Can anyone help with an explanation of flushing the fuel injectors? As I know, there are 2 methods: - with the removal of the injectors - and the second is the running of the cleaning fluid through the fuel line. The second option involves connecting a reservoir with a cleaning fluid under pressure directly after the fuel filter(fuel pump is turned off). How to properly block or loop the fuel return system when using the second method?

Any particular reason you went with the NGK spark plugs instead of the Denso plugs?

I can't make out the part numbers in the photo. Can you please tell me how to go about finding out part numbers on my own. Thank you 😊 Edit: For some reason I can see them now. It isn't my eyes because my partner couldn't read them either. Must be my phone? Idk but they are not blurry now, just tiny. I got all of them except the fuel filter because it is on the side of the box. The 0 with a line through it was tricky. Wasn't sure if it was 8 or e. It was neither haha. The spark plugs are still blurry but i was able to guess. I am still curious to know how I'd find out the part numbers on my own if I needed to. 🤔

i have 2 coils on mine, no distrubitor cap !! 2000 mk1 auto

Meanwhile I only did the plugs and wires 😂

It looks different on a 98

Does 97 rav 4 has ac filter ? I cant find mine

it would be cool to meet up with u and my 08 rav4 and go over engine together

Can you do one on how to restore the engine?... pistons and all

mi coche rav4 1996 el que no tendrá reemplazo mientras sea posible mantenerlo en buena condición de servicio no necesito más

What was the difference in economy like?

Have you done anything more lately. Can you slow down the next video if you do make one.. you talk way to fast :-p

Hey Paul...I did the tune up on my 96 Rav4 hoping it would provide better accelleration. I replaced the distributor cap & rotor, plugs, wires, & pcv valve. Made a slight difference but idk...is this just how these 5sfe Toyota engines are -super sluggish in power & accelleration? I have a relative with a 2000 Corolla -same engine -suffers the same sluggish symptoms. I've heard hairline cracks in the coil can cause this symptom but idk...what do you think. Oh, & btw...it has a new timing belt, & recently passed smog with no issues(no codes or check engine light). I usually drive it like a stick(it's auto& 4x4) if I need to catch speed but even little 4 bangers should have a noticeable pep to it after doing a freah tune-up. Do you have any knowledge of this symptom with these engines/ 1st gen Rav4's?

My rav its consuming tomuch fuel ?