2006-2012 Toyota RAV4 Radiator Torque Specs

3.5L V6

Applies to 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, and 2012 Toyota RAV4

Labor Time:2.1 hours

Torque Values (26 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
Cover Screws	12	9	—
Cover Screws	12	9	—
Drain Petcock	8	6	Hand tight
Drain Petcock	8	6	Hand tight
Fan Bolts	12	9	—
Fan Bolts	12	9	—
Fan Shroud Bolts	8	6	—
Fan Shroud Bolts	8	6	—
Hose Clamps	4	3	Do not overtighten
Hose Clamps	4	3	Do not overtighten
Housing Bolts	16	12	—
⚠️ Housing Bolts	16	12	—
Lower Hose Clamp	4	3	—
Lower Hose Clamp	4	3	—
Mounting Bolts	31	23	—
Mounting Bolts	31	23	—
⚠️ Pump Bolts	28	21	Torque in sequence
Pump Bolts	28	21	Torque in sequence
Radiator Mount Bolts	15	11	—
Radiator Mount Bolts	15	11	—
Thermostat Housing Bolts	16	12	—
⚠️ Thermostat Housing Bolts	16	12	—
⚠️ Transmission Cooler Lines	30	22	Use new O-rings
Transmission Cooler Lines	30	22	Use new O-rings
Upper Hose Clamp	4	3	—
Upper Hose Clamp	4	3	—

The primary torque specification for radiator on a 2006-2012 Toyota RAV4 is 12 Nm (9 lb-ft).

There are 26 torque specifications for radiator on the 2006-2012 Toyota RAV4 3.5L V6, covering all related fasteners and components.