To help achieve proper engine and powertrain performance and durability, use only recommended lubricants and oil for Toyota Camry with the proper quality. The correct lubricants also help promote engine efficiency that results in improved fuel economy.
Lubrication system
Oil capacity (Drain and refill [Reference*])
| With filter | Without filter | |
|---|---|---|
| 2.5 L 4-cylinder (A25A-FKS) engine | 4.8 qt. (4.5 L, 4.0 Imp. qt.) | 4.4 qt. (4.2 L, 3.7 Imp. qt.) |
| 3.5 L V6 (2GR-FKS) engine | 5.7 qt. (5.4 L, 4.8 Imp. qt.) | 5.6 qt. (5.3 L, 4.7 Imp. qt.) |
*: The engine oil capacity is a reference quantity to be used when changing the engine oil. Warm up and turn off the engine, wait more than 5 minutes, and check the oil level on the dipstick.
Engine oil selection
2.5 L 4-cylinder (A25A-FKS) engine
“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is used in your Toyota vehicle. Use Toyota approved “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent to sat- isfy the following grade and viscosity.
Oil grade: API SN/RC multigrade engine oil
Recommended viscosity: SAE 0W-16
SAE 0W-16 is the best choice for good fuel economy and good start- ing in cold weather.
If SAE 0W-16 is not available, SAE 0W-20 oil may be used. However, it must be replaced with SAE 0W- 16 at the next oil change.
Oil viscosity (0W-16 is explained here as an example):
- The 0W in 0W-16 indicates the characteristic of the oil which allows cold startability. Oils with a lower value before the W allow for easier starting of the engine in cold weather.
- The 16 in 0W-16 indicates the viscosity characteristic of the oil when the oil is at high temperature. An oil with a higher viscosity (one with a higher value) may be better suited if the vehicle is operated at high speeds, or under extreme load conditions.
3.5 L V6 (2GR-FKS) engine
“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is used in your Toyota vehicle. Use Toyota approved “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent to sat- isfy the following grade and viscosity.
Oil grade: ILSAC GF-5 multigrade engine oil
Recommended viscosity: SAE 0W-20
SAE 0W-20 is the best choice for good fuel economy and good start- ing in cold weather.
If SAE 0W-20 is not available, SAE 5W-20 oil may be used. However, it must be replaced with SAE 0W- 20 at the next oil change.
Oil viscosity (0W-20 is explained here as an example):
- The 0W in 0W-20 indicates the characteristic of the oil which allows cold startability. Oils with a lower value before the W allow for easier starting of the engine in cold weather.
- The 20 in 0W-20 indicates the viscosity characteristic of the oil when the oil is at high temperature. An oil with a higher viscosity (one with a higher value) may be better suited if the vehicle is operated at high speeds, or under extreme load conditions.
Cooling system
| Capacity (Reference) | -> 2.5 L 4-cylinder (A25A-FKS) engine 7.3 qt. (6.9 L, 6.1 Imp. qt.) -> 3.5 L V6 (2GR-FKS) engine 9.1 qt. (8.6 L, 7.6 Imp. qt.) |
| Coolant type | Use either of the following: • “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” • Similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite, and non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid organic acid technology Do not use plain water alone. |
Ignition system
| Spark plug Make Gap | -> 2.5 L 4-cylinder (A25A-FKS) engine DENSO FC16HR-Q8 -> 3.5 L V6 (2GR-FKS) engine DENSO FK20HBR8 0.031 in. (0.8 mm) |