The 2014 Toyota Camry is loved by many for its long-term reliability. But this popular sedan can only solidly serve for as long as its systems are maintained, and to do that, you’ll need to know it has an engine oil capacity of 4.6 quarts.

Vehicle ownership can get expensive. Between the weekly fuel fill-ups, emergency flat tire repairs, pricey

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costs, and more, your vehicle’s oil changes can sometimes seem like too much of an added

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expense. But regular oil changes are an essential part of proper vehicle maintenance and can be a beginner-friendly DIY task that saves you some money on garage costs.

Before you can get your hands greasy, though, you’ll need to know the 2014 Toyota Camry 2.5L engine oil capacity and recommended oil type. We’ll cover all the oil change basics below, so let’s dive in.

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2014 Toyota Camry 2.5 engine oil capacity

First on the need-to-know list is the 2014 Toyota Camry 2.5-liter engine oil capacity: 4.6 quarts or 4.4 liters, with the filter.

A 2.5-liter engine needing 4.4 liters of oil can seem a bit confusing, we know, so be sure to take diligent notes here as the two values cannot be interchanged. For further clarity, “2.5-liter engine” is describing the engine’s displacement, or the amount of space taken up by the engine’s cylinders. The 4.4 liters meanwhile is describing the engine oil capacity, or the amount of oil the engine needs for proper functioning.

What kind of oil does a 2014 Toyota Camry 2.5L need?

The amount of oil your 2014 Toyota Camry 2.5L needs has been disclosed, so now we’ll move on to the type of oil required.

In the 2014 Camry owner’s manual, you’ll find that the vehicle needs an SAE 0W-20 engine oil with API certification. SAE and API stand for Society of Automotive Engineers and American Petroleum Institute respectively, and their stamps of approval mean an oil meets certain quality and performance standards set by vehicle manufacturers.

0W-20 is the oil grade. An oil grade tells us an oil’s viscosity at a vehicle’s cold-start temperature (denoted by the W for “winter”) and normal operating temperature. At a cold start, the oil you want for your 2014 Camry has a low viscosity level—0 to be precise. Once the engine warms up to its 212 degrees F normal operating temperature, the ideal viscosity level will increase to 20.

These are the oil conditions the Camry’s 2.5-liter engine is designed to work the best in, so it’s important to stick to those qualifications. And while there can be a lot of discourse about conventional motor oil, synthetic motor oil, and which one you should put in your engine, you can use either kind as long as they meet the required oil standards.

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How often to change oil on a 2014 Toyota Camry 2.5L

Once you’re all set with 4.6 quarts of SAE- and API-certified 0W-20 oil, you may be itching to get out to your garage and start your DIY oil change—but it might not be time just yet.

A decent benchmark to use for your oil change intervals is every 3,000 to 5,000 miles for conventional oil or every 7,500 to 10,000 miles for synthetic oil. If you’re not sure how long it’s been since your previous oil change, it’s a good idea to get to know symptoms of poor oil quality so you can identify them when they come up in your vehicle.

It could be time for your 2014 Toyota Camry 2.5L oil change if you notice any of the following:

Darkened oil that looks closer to dark brown or black than it does to light brown or amber

Gritty or sludgy oil that no longer resembles smooth syrup

Noises from the engine that you don’t usually hear

Smells resembling burning, smoking, or oil

Decreased vehicle performance like reduced fuel economy or sluggish acceleration

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How to change your oil and oil filter

If you’ve reached your mileage benchmark or have otherwise decided your Camry is ready for an oil change, start the process by gathering these materials:

Socket wrench

Drain pan

Filter wrench

Clean rag or paper towels

Replacement oil filter

Replacement oil drain washer

4.6 quarts of 0W-20

You’ll want to make sure your engine is warmed up so the oil can drain easier. Take a quick cruise around town or let your vehicle idle in place for 10 to 20 minutes. After the engine and engine oil have had some time to get hot, turn your vehicle off while parked on level ground, open the hood, and follow these steps:

Remove the oil fill cap

While under the engine, use the socket wrench to remove the oil drain bolt and washer and let the old oil drain into the drain pan

Remove the old oil filter and allow the oil to drain away entirely

Install the new oil filter

Replace the oil drain bolt with a new washer and wipe the area clean of excess oil with a fresh rag

Refill the engine using 4.6 quarts of premium 0W-20 motor oil

Replace the oil fill cap

Once everything is back together, turn your Camry back on for a minute or two to let the new oil settle, and check around for any leaks. Now you just have cleanup left! Dump the old oil into a sealable container to be taken to your nearest recycling center, making sure not to pour any oil on the ground or in your trash containers. And you’re done!

Mark the mileage for future reference if you want, but remember it’s a good idea to check your oil about once a month for any signs of contamination. Happy driving!