2014 - 2019 Toyota Highlander V6 Oil and Oil Filter change.
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- Опубліковано 18 жов 2024
- Simple oil change video on a 2019 V6 Toyota Highlander. Steps are the same for 2014 - 2019. I don't really know how to do captions and stuff so listen to the video as I try to explain what I'm doing as I go along. I do a ton of projects, but I almost never make videos. I'll try to do better, but in the meantime enjoy the ones I do make :)
Did anyone else feel like Tom Hanks was teaching you how to change your oil?? I didn’t notice it until my husband pointed it out. Sounds just like him. Thank you for the helpful video Tom/Ricardo.
Ha you're the second person to say that. Maybe my next helper will be Wilson!
Holy Crap, now I'm wondering how much it would cost me to have Tom Hanks voice over my next video
Ha ha good call
Haha I came on here to say you sound like Tom Hanks and I love Tom hanks haha that made my oil change a little more fun 😅
Great video. I've been changing oil in Toyotas for almost 40 years. I currently own 4 different models(Tundra, Highlander, Camry, Corolla Cross), and I used your video as a quick reference for my wife's Highlander. I forgot how easy that vehicle was.... Thanks
It really isn't a hard job if you have 30 minutes to spare. The savings compared to what you pay at a dealership is quite substantial and you get to know it's been done right! Besides you get some quality time with the kids - it's truly a win - win.
Thank you very much!, I did the change oil to my Highlander today and was a success, I went to Auto Zone to buy the the tool to remove de filter and the rest is history, no more waste of time in the dealer for me, thanks again
Glad it worked out for you. It's really a pretty big savings for not a lot of work. Plus you get the satisfaction of knowing the job was done right!
You guys are my go to video. Year after year from my 2019 Highlander. Thank you.
Great video. Just a small tip that I saw on a Toyota technician UA-cam channel (Car Care Nut Channel) you don’t ever need to drain the filter through the center and neither take that plug.. He says they never do that and they’ve seen 400k miles on original gasket without take it. But once you take it you need to replace the gasket for sure.
Thanks for that info. Maybe I will try it that way next time. That plastic drain plug is annoying in my opinion.
@@ricardocorleone6963 🙂 that’s the link for reference
ua-cam.com/video/YvsyTNVzzXM/v-deo.html
I don't think you need to drain the filter housing if your changing the filter media itself, now if your just doing a fill and drain and not opening the housing then the housing needs to be drain. But that's just me thinking out loud.
@@aireworkz929 exactly! I think that’s the main reason for the housing drain
Yeah, there's no need to drain the housing first with the plastic tool if you're careful. I can not ever imagine changing oil without changing the filter.
I like the way toyota has the filter on many of their vehicles. Easily accessed and removed.
Two more things...
1. If you ever read Toyota's instructions for changing the oil on the OEM Toyota oil filter box, they discourage the use of tools to remove the o-ring. It's easily done per this one minute video...
m.ua-cam.com/video/a0D_vGFgLD8/v-deo.html
2. The torque spec for the oil filter cap is not 25 ft.lbs. It's printed right on the oil filter cap next to the drain bolt and it's 25 N•m ± 5 N•m (N•m = Newton meters) 25 N•m = 18 ft.lbs.
If you over-tighten the drainbolt on the oil filter cap then next time you go to remove the drainbolt, the entire oil filter cap may come off with it.
It's best to check the dip-stick on level ground & off the ramps (unless your vehicle is facing downhill & is actually level while on the ramps) but if you're not going to fill it to the full mark on the dip-stick then it probably won't make much difference.
And 0W-20 is not available as a conventional oil grade.
In spite of all the above, I gave you a thumbs up. 😉😊
Thank you for the detailed reply. I will adjust the torque spec on the filter housing. The filter drain plug was a little tight because my son passed the click without realizing, but I was able to turn it right out no problem. Didn't video that 😁
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Just bought a 2019 Highlander. This was a very good “How to” video. Thanks..
Thanks and best of luck with the car!
Nice, do you ever take your car to dealer? Or do everything yourself?
Was talking to a Toyota dealership mechanic. I said "If you bring your Toyota to the dealership for service, I know it will cost more but at least you would get a Toyota filter and Toyota branded oil. He said you would get a Toyota filter and the oil would be from the supplier that won low bid. That is why I do my own with a Wix filter and Premium oil. I can still do it at 74 years old, no problem.
Yes it really isn't a lot of work and doing it yourself you know it's done right. I've switched to genuine Toyota filters (no idea if that makes any real difference) and still using Mobil 1 Synthetic. 77k on the clock now and still running strong - hoping for about 177k more!
Thanks for the video. I learned I have to head to the auto parts to get the special oil filter socket.
Glad you found it helpful. Good luck!
Well done! As of 10/2022: case (6 quarts) Mobile1 0/20w is $42 at Costco.
It goes on sale roughly every 6 weeks so you can save $10 if you can wait.
Thanks for this video! I'm getting ready to do the oil change on my highlander and holy crap, seems like too many unnecessary steps to change the filter. I was surprised when I bought my filter, but now I see why. Thanks though! Very helpful
It's really not a big deal. I've actually stopped draining the filter first - I just take it off. Just have to watch oil doesn't get all over the place so remove it slowly. Glad you found the video helpful and good luck!
Great video! Thanks for the info. Just so ya know when using a torque wrench if you use two hands and one up much closer it will not torque to the set amount. Won’t be off enough to make a huge difference but if you care enough to torque just thought you might want to know. Technically you’re suppose to hold the handle put your middle finger on the mark if it has one and pull. Apparently pushing also generates a wrong torque. I do engines and this is just what I’ve learned and probably not important for this but wouldn’t want a drain plug coming out haha
Thanks for your comment. I never heard that before. Kinda hard to do it one handed with gravity working against you in this case. Will give it a try when gravity is on my side!
Many people just skip the filter draining process. Just unscrew the filter with the Toyota removal tool.
Wow good job, perfect oil change. Love that you use a torque wrench for perfection, doesnt take much time to do and you know you did it as the manufacturer intended.
Thank you glad you enjoyed the video!
My oil canister removal tool fits with the drain cap installed....thus I would recommend that you install new gaskets (and the bottom cap) prior to the insertion of the new filter element. They....pre-fill the canister with oil, and carefully re-install the unit on the vehicle.
Also, I like the idea of the canister unit, including the plastic drain attachment. It's purpose is to drain out all the old oil prior to pulling down the canister. This is actually easier and cleaner than the spin-on filters.
Where'd you get that removal tool?
@@pavilreutov1821Amazon.
Exactly what I was looking for!!!
I only do..
30 Ft/lbs - oil plug
18 Ft/lbs - oil filter
9 Ft/lbs - nipple drain
Thanks for the video I found it very helpful. I own a 2019 Highlander too. The engine has a tapping noise. I didn’t think it was normal until I saw your video. It was making the same noise. I guess it’s inherent for the Highlander engine. One last thing, can you tell me what the specs/size of the oil filter wrench is? Thanks again for the video..
Idk, but you have a good ear!
Great video, thank you! You sound similar to Tom Hanks. It sounded like Woody from Toy Story just showed me how to change the oil for a Highlander. Rad!
That is so funny! Never heard that about the Tom Hanks similarity until posting this video. Glad you enjoyed it and so long, partner!
@@ricardocorleone6963 Reach for the sky! 🤠
Good team work. I add the 6 quarts. The .2 quart left in the container is insignificant and it makes no difference. TXS.
Good video. I will soon do mine at 25K on my 2019 Highlander LE Plus. You have a good assistant with all the TLC you can get. I changed oil and filter on my previous vehicles - 93 Previa (throw away filters), 2002 Camry, 2005 Camry and 2009 Highlander. Thanks.
Great video! I like the detailed directions and explanations. Nice job! 🙂
Thanks for listening I'm too lazy to learn how to make captions :)
I am really touched by you and your son. I have one question: where did you find the torque specs?
good vid, I don't do the oil filter drain thing any more. I like the way you work with your kid, I remind mine of stuff he already knows also. He just gives me strange looks.
Thank you. Strange looks and teenagers go together like peanut butter and jelly :-)
can put a tube on the plastic filter insert and this helps avoid a mess...especially if windy day as in your video
the oil was low because you have the car at a incline - but excellent video !!
Thank you so much it helped me I’m going to change my Toyota Highlander I’m going a tool first 👍
You are welcome very glad you found it helpful.
Was the vehicle level (off the ramps) when you checked the oil level?
Great tutorial!! Quick question: @2:30 you discuss replacing the washer on the drain plug. Is that a specific washer to the Highlander? Where do I get it? Thanks in advance!
Yes it is. I just get a bag of 10 on eBay. I always buy the Toyota ones - a lot of dealerships sell parts like this on eBay (including OEM filters).
nice video thanks !!
Good video. Thanks. The spec calls for 5.8 qts of oil, including the filter housing. Why not just pour 6 qts and call it done?
I don't want to overfill. Besides, you don't generally fully drain all the oil. In reality you probably use closer to 5.5 quarts for the oil change.
Tighten the oil filter cap using your Motivx Tools oil filter wrench. If a torque wrench is available, torque to 25 Nm / 18 ft lbs.
Doing the first oil change on my wife's 2019 Highlander. Just curious if the oil filter wrench is a specialty tool. I have probably 7 or 8 different sizes that I've accumulated over the years for Nissan, Honda, Subaru, & Mitsubishi. Is there something special about the filter housing that might prevent a typical filter wrench that was used on one of these other vehicles from working?
It is a specialty tool. I'm not sure that you can use a typical filter wrench. The housing is a bit recessed so you can only reach the bottom part of the housing easily. I didn't try with another wrench so honestly can't tell you for sure. That Toyota adapter was only like $6 on ebay so it's not a big investment. Maybe just have your wife do the oil change :)
do not buy a cheap knockoff tool either. Some Toyotas have an aluminum filter housing and others have a plastic one. Your filter tool needs to be top quality metal.
Thanks, good torque specs))))))
It just cracked… “no it didn’t that was this…” STRIIIIP!! Lmao
Dad you’re a good man. Cool calm collected.
I just changed my oil and took it to Toyota Dealership plus tire rotation and it cost about 100 bucks... Looks like you guys had fun but I hate changing the oil.
Not a big deal to me. Besides my son does most of the work :)
Where do you buy that special tool to remove the oil filter? Where do you buy your new filter? Apologizes for asking a lot of questions. Just bought a 2019 XLE, thank you for this video.
I bought the tool on Ebay. I also buy the filters and washers there. The manual says to change the oil every 10,000 miles with full synthetic, but I change the oil every 7,500 miles to be on the safe side. Hope this helps and thanks for your comment.
u can them at autozone, oreaily
The oil filter housing is 25N•m not 25ft•lbs. 25N•m = 18.4ft•lbs. So you’re putting an extra ~6.6ft•lbs (35%) extra on it, this really isn’t letting the o-ring do its job properly. Other than that, great video.
It would have been easier to install the bottom O ring before you pour oil on the filter canister..I have a 2006 Tacoma, and Toyota Dealers here in Vegas, just raised the price of oil change from $60 with frre donuts and coffee, to $125 no more free stuff..
Yeah for sure, but I was installing the O ring then so I could better show where it goes for those who might be wondering. I don't even change that O ring anymore since I don't bother to drain the filter. Crazy what the dealers charge for this. With OEM filters and Mobil 1 synthetic it's less than $40 to change at home. One oil change paid for my ramps.
thank u for this video. i always come back to this since i always forget lol. i do the oil changes on my 4runner and my wifes highlander after the dealer over torqued my housing and i had to literally crack it open with a breaker bar. switched over to the aluminum housing. i kinda do like how the plastic housing has a little flex to it when torquing.
Hey great video! Two questions, where did you purchase the filter and new gaskets from AND where did you get the black adapter to take the oil filter housing off?
Ebay for both.
Great video mate. Keep em coming.
Why would the dipstick mark low if the amount of oil the car take is 5 and a half bottles?
Thank you very helpful
You're welcome! Glad you found it helpful.
Should try a short socket to clear the chassis
my 2014 manual says 6.4 quarts with the filter install, for my 2014. and without filter 6 quarts... which seems like a odd spec but if you dont change the filter.....
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As I understand it, for 2014- 2016 the V6 oil capacity is 6.4 quarts. Capacity for 2017-2019 is 5.8 quarts. The manual states 5.8 quarts for my 2019.torque spec for filter housing 25 NM=18ft lbs 18.4 maybe.
I would remove the oil filler cap dead last. Falling or airborne debris from trees, insects etc could get down in there while you're draining the oil and changing the filter. I only open the filler cap when it's time to add fresh oil.
bugs dont like oil, remove filler cap to vent while draining
I just cover mine with a paper towel lying flat and rubber band it in place. Still breaks the vacuum but prevents dirt and debris from entering. Works like a charm for me and I’ve been changing my own oil for years.
There’s 2 dots on the dipstick, do you top up oil to the the top dot or the middle of both?
I try to get it in the middle or a little higher.
What happens if you remove the filter without first doing the plastic snap on peice?
That's actually how I do it now. You wouldn't be draining the filter first so a bit of oil will spill out as you remove the filter housing, but it's not a big deal.
Good luck 👍
Dude, if got a V6 the oil capacity is 6.4 quarts and 4.6 for the 4 Cylinder. Please correct me if I’m wrong. I worked for Toyota as mechanic.
As I understand it, for 2014- 2016 the V6 oil capacity is 6.4 quarts. Capacity for 2017-2019 is 5.8 quarts. The manual states 5.8 quarts for my 2019.
Is ok to put 6 quarts
Older models were 6.4. Newer models are 5.8
And this is why I don't trust Toyota "mechanics".
Nice job thk you
Hope it helped! Thanks!
Gracias
Does toyota make a good vehicle?
I do a lot of driving and I've had 96k trouble free miles so far. Aside from that Toyota has an excellent track record. I expect to get many more miles out of this car.
Where do you get this special tool at???
I got it on Ebay for less than $10.
@@ricardocorleone6963 I just got this car a month ago and it's due for its first oil change and after watching I found one at autozone for 10 bucks in stock.
very details
Socket size for drain bolt!!??
What is that special tool called?
Its an oil filter wrench.
Over engineering at its finest with that oil filter. Why couldn't Toyota just use a threaded oil filter and be done?
This is ridiculous!
Toyota is so lame with this design, seems like they want us to bring our car in for this difficult oil change, the filter housing was on so thigh
I don't love the design, but mine wasn't on too tight. Maybe the person who changed your oil cranked it on too hard?
@@ricardocorleone6963 the last and only place my car has been was the dealership , I realized that why it was difficult to remove was because the filter wrench was a cheap one, didn’t quite fit snug, had a lot of play but once I got the correct one, it came out much easier. Thanks
Real man doesn’t wear gloves…lololol….just jokin👌👍
Oh damn that's cold!
You sound just like Tom Hanks.
Ha you're the third person to say that. Never been told that in the past. I will have to see if there's any work as his voice double!
Taking off the oil filter is too tied, 😅looks like Toyota dealer did in purpose
I absolutely do not recommend these ramps. I've had the car slide off the ramp many times and cause damage to the rocker panels. Glad you are able to do it but the average joe who does oil changes on the weekend is better off jacking the car than doing this.
I'm a big fan of the ramps. Never had a problem with them and it makes the job much easier than using a jack. Guess everyone has their preferences. If you decide to use ramps in the future I hope you have better luck!
how is your car sliding off the ramps? sideways?
thanks for the info...good video
Glad you found it helpful!