My Toyota Corolla is due for an oil change soon. I want to save some money and do it myself, but I'm not sure what oil it takes. What oil type does the Toyota Corolla need?
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Great job taking care of your Corolla! The Toyota Corolla’s oil type is 0W-20 synthetic oil. This type of oil only needs to be changed once a year, or every 10,000 miles.
Toyota recommends the following regular car maintenance, as well:
- Every 5,000 miles, you should get a brake inspection and tire rotation
- Every 15,000 miles, you should inspect the cooling system, fill the coolant, examine the steering components, and check the exhaust system
By taking care of your car, you’ll not only get the most out of it but you’ll also save money in the long run.
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For some, an oil change is like heading to the dentist: inconvenient but necessary.
Today’s newer-tech engines using synthetic oil are engineered to go anywhere from 7,500 to 15,000 miles between oil changes. Thanks to more exacting standards in engine-building technology, the quality of the synthetic oils has improved. And there’s another factor: more than half of today’s new cars have monitoring systems that give you a heads-up when it’s time to change the oil.
Your driving style and needs can also affect how often you need to change your oil. If you just drive around town and put 6,000 miles or so on the odometer every six months, you might change the oil twice a year. If you do a lot of highway or long-distance running or operate your vehicle in sandy or dusty surroundings like the deserts of Nevada or Arizona, you might be a candidate for more frequent changes.
Once upon a time, local service stations and Quick-Lube franchisees recommended changing traditional oil and oil filters every 3,000 miles. That was mostly a marketing ploy. Lately, with the use of synthetic blends and full synthetic oils, owners are now able to push out or extend the vehicle’s oil life further to 10,000 miles or even as much as 15,000 miles.
Regular maintenance won’t just keep your car running well, it’ll help protect your car’s value over time. For more ways to do this, see How to Maintain the Value of Your Car.
Oil Maintenance in your Toyota Corolla
The Toyota Corolla has long held a reputation for its long-lasting quality. That’s why you still see Corolla models over ten years old still on the road today. Your Corolla last for years to come too, with proper care and maintenance. One way to prolong your vehicle’s lifespan is to bring it in to your service professional for a regular oil change.
That being said, many drivers opt to change their oil more frequently, instead bringing them in every 3 months or 3,000 miles. If you aren’t sure if you’re due for an oil change, and can’t remember the last time you had it done, it’s a pretty safe to assume that it’s time for one.
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Get your oil change at White River Toyota
If it’s time for your next oil change, our expert service staff here at White River Toyota is here to help. We have a full team of service professionals that’ll be more than happy to get you in and out and back on the road quickly whenever it’s convenient for you.
All you have to do is give our service department a call or schedule an appointment online and we’ll set you up with an oil change. As an oil change is a basic and quick service, we can have you and your Corolla up and running in no time! You can also schedule your next oil change in advance to ensure that it’s done when you need it and without having to worry about forgetting! We look forward to hearing from you!