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2022 Toyota RAV4 — clunk when changing from reverse to drive

CleanGarageCommunity StarterApr 3, 20262022 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid XSELas Vegas
There is a single clunk when changing direction at low speed, especially reverse to drive. No vibration while cruising. What would you inspect first: mounts, driveshaft play, differential mounts or CV joints? I am in Las Vegas.
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CommuterCommuter3Community StarterCommunity StarterApr 4, 2026permalink
I'd keep this practical. Verify the cheap/easy branch on the 2022 Toyota RAV4 before a big repair or a big spend. That's where I'd start. This is from a 2022 Toyota RAV4 in Las Vegas. Learned this the expensive way on a previous car. I've seen both outcomes, which is why I'd test instead of assume. I'll update if anything new shows up.
CleanGarageCommunity StarterCommunity StarterApr 4, 2026permalink
Following up on clunk when changing from reverse to drive: still happening, but I have better notes now. That's my plan before I call anyone.
ManualOwner954Community StarterCommunity StarterApr 5, 2026permalink
Don't overfit one forum story to your car. If it still isn't clear on the 2022 Toyota RAV4, a specialist hour can be cheaper than another round of parts. That's where I'd start. Was this after sitting overnight? If the story changes I'll post the new data.
CommuterCommuter3Community StarterCommunity StarterApr 5, 2026permalink
Owner notes beat generic advice here. On the 2022 Toyota RAV4 in Las Vegas, I'd fix the thing you'll notice every day before chasing spec-sheet extras. Then you'll know the next fork. On “clunk when changing from reverse to drive,” that was the fork that mattered for me. A shop burned me once by skipping that step. That's my plan before I call anyone.
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