Former Master Mechanic and Engineer tells you the Best years to buy the Toyota Rav4. EVERY generation of Rav4 will be discussed. I'll tell you which years are the best and what years to avoid. I also share some common problems that you should DEFINITELY be aware of ! Don't buy a used or new Rav4 until you watch this video ! BUY SMART :D

Links / References:

Information about the Takata airbag recall

https://www.toyota.com/recall/takata

Nhtsa vin recall check

https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls#vincenzo



MJ100k used car advice videos:

Master Mechanic shares 3 new secrets for picking a great used car!

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Master Mechanic shares 3 Step Process for buying a Great Used Car !

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2AZ engine head bolts threads damaged
2004-2005 Rav-4

http://australiancar.reviews/_pdfs/To...

Article about the Rav4 EV

https://www.autotrader.com/car-news/t...


2AZ engine oil consumption TSB

https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/201...
2006-2008 Rav-4


2AR engine rattle noise at cold startup TSB
2009-2012 Rav-4

https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/201...


3rd gen v6 VVT-i oil line leak

https://pressroom.toyota.com/limited-...

Video replacing the oil line 3rd gen v6
YouTube channel - Merryfrankster

   • VVT Oil Line Step By Step - Toyota RA...  


Video checking the oil line 3rd gen v6

   • Toyota V6 - How to Check the VVT Oil ...  

YouTube channel - Merryfrankster



Forth gen

2013-2015 Torque converter clutch replacement - The Car Care Nut - YT channel

   • Toyota Transmission Problems? Torque ...  


2013-2015 Torque converter shudder warranty extension

Torque converter TSB

https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/201...



Forum topic

https://www.rav4world.com/threads/201...

Warranty extension announcement

https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/201...



Hybrid battery warranty info

https://www.toyota.com/electrified-ve...



5th gen

How a regular CVT transmission works
YouTube page Weber auto

   • Continuously Variable Transaxle (CVT)...  

How Toyota RAV4 E-CVT transmission works
YouTube page Weber auto

   • Understanding the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid  

Rav4 Electric rear axel
YouTube page Weber auto
   • RAV4 and Highlander Hybrid Q211 Elect...  


Rav 4 prime frequently asked questions


https://www.toyota.com/rav4prime/2024...



Hybrid cable corrosion TSB

https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/202...


Hybrid Rav 4 Hybrid battery corrosion issue explained by The Car Care nut
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Ballerina dancing video

Video by Pavel Danilyuk: https://www.pexels.com/video/woman-da...