A Guide To Toyota Corolla Oil Changes By Clermont Toyota Experts

Let’s talk about one of the most popular services for your Clermont Toyota Corolla, an oil change. Our Clermont Toyota Experts are here to help you DIY your next oil change with the proper knowledge on how to do so, from what you need to conduct a Toyota genuine motor oil change, how much oil your Corolla needs, how often to get one, and more! Let’s get started!

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What you need to conduct an oil change on your Tacoma

  • 3.5-4 quarts of suggested full synthetic toyota genuine motor oil (depending on your engine size)
  • A Genuine Toyota Parts Toyota Corolla oil filter 
  • Oil-filter removal wrench 
  • Drain pan for the old oil 
  • Gloves
  • Wrench for drain plug removal
  • Funnel
  • Drain plug washer

What type of oil does the Toyota Corolla need?

There are two main types of oil you can choose for your next Toyota Corolla oil change: Conventional oil vs. synthetic oil. Let’s get into which one is the best fit for your Corolla. 

  • Conventional oil is mines from the ground and has been around for decades. It’s cheap to buy, but it doesn’t last as long as the synthetic oil for the Toyota Corolla.
  • Synthetic oil is chemically engineered to perform better than conventional oil under high heat and therefore sustains for longer periods. It also is overall more effective by having the properties to combat buildup and control oil breakdown more efficiently. It’s more expensive than conventional oil, however, it lasts a lot more miles on the road. So, by using synthetic oil you make your money back in time and engine health.

The Toyota Corolla oil type changes depending on the model year. The Toyota Corolla models 2009 or later should use 0W-20 synthetic motor oil, and models made in 2008 or earlier can use 5W-30 synthetic motor oil. Come to Toyota of Clermont to purchase Toyota-grade oil at our parts center.

How much oil does the Toyota Corolla use? 

Make sure that your Clermont Toyota’s engine gets the right amount of Toyota genuine motor oil, too much or too little isn’t going to cut it. The Toyota Corolla oil change amount depends on the size of the car’s engine, for the Toyota Corolla, so you’ll need around 3.5 to 4 quarts of new oil. 

When should you get a Toyota Corolla oil change?

An oil change may not be the only maintenance service you need on your Clermont Toyota Corolla, however you could debate it’s one of the most important. The Toyota Corolla oil change should use synthetic oil, once a year or every 10,000 miles. However, it all depends on the type of oil you use. For example, if you use conventional oil, then it’s suggested that you change it out every 6 months or 5,000 miles. 

Schedule your next Toyota Corolla oil change at Toyota of Clermont! 

Need to schedule a Toyota Corolla oil change? Call us at (352) 404-7001 OR stop by and see us at 16851 State Road 50, just west of the Florida Turnpike. We are open seven days a week for your convenience.