How long should a Toyota RAV4 battery last?
between 3 to 5 years
Your Toyota RAV4 battery will typically last between 3 to 5 years, but that can vary heavily depending on battery size, weather conditions type of battery, and driving habits. Even still, just because your battery isn’t completely dead, doesn’t mean it’s operating at optimal levels.
How long is the Toyota battery warranty?
24 months
The Toyota battery warranty lasts for 24 months if installed by a Toyota dealer. If a battery is purchased over the counter, it will last the same amount of time but with some exclusions to the coverage. After the 24-month period, the warranty continues, but with only 50% coverage.
When did Toyota RAV4 battery need to be replaced?
My 2013 RAV4 didn’t make it to 5 years before having the battery replaced. Had a lot of drain on the battery do to damage to the liftgate; they opened and closed it a huge number of times while working on it. Toyota claims they replaced the battery after that but I suspect that didn’t really happen. I picked up a 24F at Costco.
How do I Turn on the battery light on my RAV4?
Set the multimeter to read voltage. Specifically, you’ll need to set it to 20V DC. With your Rav4 turned off, you’ll connect the negative side of the meter to the negative battery post or wire. Touch the positive side of the voltmeter to the positive battery wire.
What should the volts be on a RAV4?
Specifically, you’ll need to set it to 20V DC. With your Rav4 turned off, you’ll connect the negative side of the meter to the negative battery post or wire. Touch the positive side of the voltmeter to the positive battery wire. With the engine off, you should get a reading somewhere between 12.0 volts and 12.6 volts.
What happens if the serpentine belt goes bad on a RAV4?
Nearly all modern vehicles use a serpentine belt to turn the alternator. The serpentine belt turns more than one engine accessory (A/C compressor, power steering, etc). If the serpentine belt goes bad, it will no longer be able to turn your Rav4’s alternator enough for it to get an adequate charge.