How do I replace the 2021 rav4 front cross menber bolts?
so last weekend, I decided to get my hands dirty and replace the front cross member bolts on my 2021 RAV4. I thought it’d be a simple task, right? Just bolts, how hard could it be? But man, I was wrong.
First off, I couldn’t find the right tool. I swear I have like every tool under the sun but the one I needed was MIA. Finally found it under a pile of socks, which is a whole different story.
And then there was rust. Didn’t think a car that’s only a couple years old would have rust issues. Crazy, right? Anyway, ended up having to use some penetrating oil and waited like an hour for it to work. Do you guys have any tips for dealing with stubborn bolts?
After all that, it was pretty smooth, but I almost forgot to torque them down properly. Who knew that was even a thing? Just thinkin’ I might do it again next weekend on my friend’s car. What could go wrong?
I replaced those bolts on my 2021 RAV4 last summer in Toronto. It was a bit of a hassle but not too bad. Just make sure to have the right tools.
I’ve heard some people say it can be tricky but honestly it’s just nuts and bolts.
I ve tackled some cross member stuff on my 2020 RAV4 up in Oregon. Not too bad but those bolts can be a pain.
Make sure you have the right tools before you start otherwise you ll be stuck in the driveway for ages.
I found a few videos that helped me out a ton. good luck with yours it’s worth the effort if you want your ride tight.
I ve done this before my buddy helped me in his garage in Oregon took hours but we got it good now. Just be careful with those bolts.
I’ve done this before on my 2021 RAV4 in Texas. It’s easier than you think if you have the right tools. Just take your time and don’t rush.
Those bolts can be stubborn though. I remember one almost stripping. Frustrating but worth it.
Replaced mine in my garage in Ohio last summer pretty straightforward just needed the right tools and a buddy to help lift
Had a few stubborn bolts tho but we managed to get everything sorted out in a few hours
Oh man I just did this on my 2021 RAV4 in Toronto last week. It was a bit of a project but went smoother than I thought. The bolts were pretty rusted but after some PB Blaster they came loose. I had to get a 14mm socket for the job and honestly the tight space made me sweat a bit. But feeling accomplished now with it all buttoned up.
I ve replaced those bolts on my 2021 RAV4 in my garage in Ohio and wow what a task got dirt everywhere but just take your time
the main thing I found was having the right tools makes a huge difference
I replaced my RAV4 bolts last summer in my garage in Texas was a hot day. I’ve never done it before and it was a bit tricky but I managed. Just get a good socket set and some patience because those bolts can be stubborn.
Definitely worth saving the money on the mechanic though.
I ve done this on my 2021 RAV4 in my garage in Seattle it was kinda a messy job but I managed. The tricky part was getting the old bolts out they were rusted pretty bad. Using some penetrating oil helped a lot. Just be careful not to strip them it’s not fun to deal with that. Good luck.
did this last summer on my 2021 RAV4 in Tennessee what a hassle the bolts were super tight took a lot of WD-40 and patience but once they were off I felt like a pro. I have to admit though my hands were sore for days.
but worth it in the end.
I ve done this on my 2021 RAV4 in my garage in Michigan. It was a bit of a hassle honestly but with the right tools it becomes easier. Just make sure to have a good socket set and don’t rush. The bolts can be a bit stubborn but you’ll feel accomplished once done. Good luck
I replaced my 2021 RAV4 front cross member bolts last summer in Ohio. I ve got to say it was a bit of a hassle but not too bad overall. Just make sure you have the right tools and be ready for some rust.
I did this last summer in my garage in Wisconsin. It was a bit tricky with the rust on my bolts.
I’ve heard people recommend using a breaker bar for those stubborn ones. Just take it slow and make sure you’ve got the right tools. It can be a bit daunting but totally worth it in the end.
I ve replaced my 2021 rav4 front cross member bolts last summer in Seattle and honestly it was a pain but worth it. Just make sure to have the right tools or you ll be struggling. Happy wrenching
I ve done this on my 2021 RAV4 in my garage up here in Canada it’s not too bad just need the right tools I remember fumbling around with the bolts for a bit but it taught me patience
If you don’t have a lift it can be a pain getting under there but it’s totally doable just take your time and check everything twice
I have done this on my 2021 RAV4 in a garage in sunny California. What a pain kinda wish I’d just taken it to a shop. Those bolts were rusted hard. So annoying ended up using heat to get them loose.
Just make sure you have some good tools. It can save you a lot of hassle. Can’t believe they make you go through all that for just some bolts though.
I ve done this on my 2021 RAV4 right here in Canada and it was a bit of a pain honestly. The bolts were rusted and gave me a hard time.
Just remember to use some penetrating oil beforehand it helps a ton.
Also make sure you got the right torque specs or you’ll regret it later.
I’ve tackled that on my 2020 RAV4 in Ontario. It’s a bit fiddly and requires some patience. Just make sure you’ve got the right tools or it can get messy. Good luck with it though.