Recent content by lavaniol

FYI, I was referring to Toyota SPECIAL POLICY ADJUSTMENT WAB2190 for the "Rear Differential Coupling Sub-assembly PN 41303-42020"

Thanks hpb. Seems like the same issue. The only thing is that the rear differential in my RAV4 got an extended "hidden" warranty from Toyota. But that can only be changed if the dealer admits that it is indeed the culprit. Otherwise, I have a warranty that I cannot use. Mine developed the...

Originally Posted By: PandaBear Does it sound the same if you coast between 24-26mph? As in not pushing on the gas pedal? What about in neutral and reving engine? coasting at 24-26 does not make that sound. If you press the accelerator and keep the speed in the range, the sound is back. I am...

My RAV was not making this noise before; so I know that it did not come from the factory with this noise. Transfer case and Rear Differential lube was changed twice in the past 2 years. So I know there is fresh lube in there. I took it to the dealer and they hear the noise when I drove it with...

First post I have 2008 Rav4 4cyl 4WD Automatic with 47Km miles on it. Bought the vehicle used at 20K miles. At 30K miles, I deicde to change the ATF and replaced with correct amount of OEM WS fluid. I did 1 drain/refill. I like to keep my ATF clean; there was no real reason to do this...