Parts for your 2020 Toyota Rav4-Cv boots

2020 Toyota RAV4 CV boots: what they do and how to look after them

CV boots are absolutely relevant on the 2020 Toyota RAV4. Toyota’s Repair Manual (Toyota TIS, Drivetrain/Axle section for 2019–2021 RAV4) and the Toyota Electronic Parts Catalogue list front drive shafts with inner and outer constant velocity joints protected by rubber boots on all FWD and AWD models. AWD variants, including Hybrid e‑AWD, also run rear drive shafts with CV joints and boots. So yes—this RAV4 is fitted with CV boots front (all) and rear (AWD).

On this model, the CV boots are flexible rubber sleeves that seal in special moly grease and keep out water and road grit. They let the drive shafts articulate while the suspension moves and the wheels steer, keeping everything silky and quiet. When a boot splits, grease gets flung out and contaminants get in, which can quickly chew out a CV joint and turn a simple boot job into a full shaft replacement.

As part of regular servicing, a visual check of the inner and outer boots on each shaft is smart practice. Toyota’s service literature places CV boot inspection within standard underbody checks, a quick look for cracks, splits, loose clamps or grease spray around the inside of the rim or undertray can save a lot of coin later. If a boot is just starting to perish or the clamp is weeping, a boot kit with new clamps and the correct grease usually sorts it. If there’s clicking on full lock or rumbling under load, the joint may already be worn and a complete drive shaft is the better fix.

• Typical warning signs: grease on the wheel or strut, visible cracks or tears, clicking on turns, vibration on acceleration.
• Good practice: inspect every service (about every 10,000–15,000 km), replace boots before joints get noisy, and use the specified CV grease and new clamps.
• Workshop note: after any shaft removal, torque the axle nut and suspension fasteners to factory spec and recheck for leaks after a short drive.

Genuine or high‑quality aftermarket boot kits sized for the 2020 RAV4 (AXAA5#/AXAH5#) are readily available, as confirmed in Toyota’s EPC. For AWD models, remember there are rear boots as well, so a full set of eyes under the vehicle pays off.

Does the 2020 Toyota RAV4 have CV boots?
Yes. Technical documentation—including Toyota’s 2019–2021 RAV4 Repair Manual and Electronic Parts Catalogue—shows front CV joints with boots on all models, and additional rear CV boots on AWD and Hybrid e‑AWD variants.

How often should CV boots be checked or replaced on a 2020 RAV4?
They should be inspected at every routine service (around 10,000–15,000 km). Replace a boot as soon as it’s cracked, torn or leaking. Catching a split boot early usually avoids replacing the entire shaft.

Can a torn CV boot be replaced without changing the whole axle?
Yes, if the joint hasn’t been run dry or contaminated for long. A boot kit with fresh grease and clamps is the normal repair. If there’s clicking on turns or roughness, the joint is likely worn and a complete drive shaft is the safer option.