To keep your 2015 Toyota Highlander running smoothly and in reliable condition, you need to keep up with maintenance. An easy way to do this is changing your oil at home—and for that, you’ll need to know the Toyota Highlander’s oil capacity.

Let’s face it, regular car maintenance is a necessary evil. Sure, regularly servicing your car extends its lifespan but it's a hassle and expensive. One way you can cut car maintenance costs is to change the engine oil yourself.

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2015 Toyota Highlander engine oil capacity

Before you can begin your do-it-yourself oil change, you need to know how much oil your Toyota Highlander needs—or its engine oil capacity.

The 2015 Toyota Highlander 2.7L 4-cylinder engine has an oil capacity of 4.6 quarts or 4.4 liters. The 3.5L V6 engine has an oil capacity of 6.4 quarts, or 6.1 liters. Don’t mix up your engine’s displacement, or the volume of its cylinders, with the oil capacity. If you buy oil based on the engine displacement, you’ll end up with the wrong amount!

What kind of oil does a 2015 Toyota Highlander need?

The next spec you need to know is the type of oil your Toyota Highlander takes. You’ll want 0W-20 full synthetic oil for your Toyota Highlander. Most Toyota vehicles require low viscosity oil, and the 2015 Highlander is no exception.

Low viscosity oil reduces wear on your engine and performs well in cold weather conditions. The “W” indicates winter, and the numbers signify the oil viscosity or how easily the oil flows through the engine in different temperatures. The “0” is the viscosity at cold starting temperatures, while the “20” is your vehicle’s viscosity operating temperature.

Generally speaking, it's best to stick with the recommended brand if there is one. In this case, the owners manual says Toyota Genuine SAE

0W-20 Full Synthetic Oil

is recommended for the 2015 Toyota Highlander.

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How often to change oil on a 2015 Toyota Highlander

Toyota recommends that drivers change the oil in their Toyota Highlander every 5,000 miles or six months. To ensure you’re on top of your Highlander’s oil changes, check your oil once a month for contaminants and oil levels.

However, if you notice any of the following, you may need to change your oil sooner:

Loud unfamiliar engine noises

Dirty engine oil that is black like coffee

Reduced performance

Check engine light or oil pressure light turns on

Gritty engine oil

Burning smell

Dark exhaust

You’ll need to change your engine oil ahead of schedule if your Toyota Highlander is exhibiting any of the symptoms mentioned above.

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How to change your oil and oil filter

Grab a socket and filter wrench, a drain pan, a replacement filter, and 4.6 or 6.4 quarts of full synthetic motor oil, and you’re ready to change your Toyota Highlander’s engine oil.

To get started, turn on your Highlander and leave it running to warm the engine, making it easier to drain. Then, follow these steps:

Remove the oil cap

Unscrew the drain bolt and washer

Drain the oil into the drain pan

Remove the old

oil filter

before you install the new filter

Reconnect the drain bolt and washer

Fill the engine with the new motor oil

After changing your oil, it’s a good idea to turn on your car and let your engine run for about 30 seconds before you check the oil level. This will give you a more accurate measurement, and you’ll be able to top it off if necessary.

To wrap up your oil change, use your dipstick to check your oil levels and make sure you don’t have leaks. You’ll know you’ve successfully changed your Highlander’s engine oil if the warning lights have turned off.

Pour the old oil into a sealed container and dispose of it at your local recycling center to clean up sustainably.

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