Good job man. I just purchased this vehicle and your details on drain plug size and amount of oil to use saved me from looking through all the owner’s manuals that come with this suv. Thanks!
Some very good points. Not legit in so many ways. Do not reuse a crush washer. Do not crank and tap on the filter housing to avoid warping or damaging the o ring. Do not wait until the o ring on the bottom part of the oil filter housing starts to leak to replace the o ring. Everyone has different hand strength, so the 3 finger method is not legit. Practice on a torque wrench to find how much pressure it takes your “students” to create x pounds of pressure would be better than obviously over tightening a bolt as you just did. I am glad you make videos but please show the best way and let other people decide to cut corners if they choose, rather than cut corners because that is how they are taught.
Better safe than sorry lol! It was a bad angle so I’m sure it looked like it was more pressure than it was. As long as the O-Ring is lubed, I usually don’t have any issues
great job! thnx. now I know which corner goes on the air filter too. and Glad I jjust got the right cup tool for the filter! and good price for filter a wm..thanx!!!!!!
I'll do that 3 or 2 finger tightening method and I do fell safer , now to see you do it , not tightening everything with a torque wrench . Although guys like you and I understand how to not overtighened bolts , those drainplugs can handle an awful amount of tightening as I had a buddy do my oil once with an half inch 18" long breaker bar to tighten the oil filter and drain plug . Needless to say he went to town tightening as you could hear him and see the car rocking . I guess that's what I get for assuming that someone looks like a mechanic isn't a mechanic .
Torque wrench is always the best way! Usual drain bolts are 20-30ftlbs of torque. This was moreso for people doing it at home who don’t have access to a torque wrench
Thanks for the video! A couple of questions: 1). Where did you get the filter tool? And 2). Can you just hand tight the filter so it eliminates the need for the tool? Or would that leak?
The filter tool can actually be purchased at Walmart! They have a Toyota one there usually. Otherwise, any auto parts store will have it. You definitely have to make it tight! If you don’t, you’ll have oil everywhere
@@chuckcecconi4571 If you’re in Chicagoland area the 4wd is a no brainer :) the extra cost initially is worth it and it also adds a lot for the resale value in the future
By the way, if anyone has the oil access cover GONE MISSING and want to replace it, here is what to do for about zero dollars: Make a paper plate pattern of the opening (make sure to accommodate the slight bend and two slot tabs), then grab an old license tag (NOT an antique one) and cut the pattern, make the holes and put 'er on. Saves buying a whole new cover assembly.
@@phillippardo5712 You are right, but I like the cover because of two things. It keeps the mud and slime and ice off the bottom of the engine area, and since there is a cover all over -- except for the "oil hatch" -- it all has to be closed up to prevent mess from collecting inside the cover itself. That is, I believe you kinda need to not have an opening there. But... to each their own.
I would never let my Highlander to stay on a jack while doing oil change or anything. There’s a potential danger doing it that way. Instead, I drive my car on ramps. Not only does it give me enough space to work underneath my car, but also it’s safe that way.
I trust jackstands way more than I do ramps. Maybe doing both would be better but I never personally had luck with ramps. Spent my whole life using jackstands and wooden stands as backup if it is a long project
The most complete & informative oil change vid I've ever seen! Great job man
This is the best oil change video I've ever seen! Well done. Thanks for your hard work and your thorough effort.
Appreciate it Mark! Means a lot
Good job man. I just purchased this vehicle and your details on drain plug size and amount of oil to use saved me from looking through all the owner’s manuals that come with this suv. Thanks!
fixit537 Awesome! :) glad it helped
Some very good points.
Not legit in so many ways. Do not reuse a crush washer. Do not crank and tap on the filter housing to avoid warping or damaging the o ring. Do not wait until the o ring on the bottom part of the oil filter housing starts to leak to replace the o ring. Everyone has different hand strength, so the 3 finger method is not legit. Practice on a torque wrench to find how much pressure it takes your “students” to create x pounds of pressure would be better than obviously over tightening a bolt as you just did. I am glad you make videos but please show the best way and let other people decide to cut corners if they choose, rather than cut corners because that is how they are taught.
Damn! You really wrenched down on that filter housing. Everything else was on point. Good vid.
Better safe than sorry lol! It was a bad angle so I’m sure it looked like it was more pressure than it was. As long as the O-Ring is lubed, I usually don’t have any issues
Thank you for this, I don’t know anything at all about car stuff, but I’m trying to get better and do more on my own!
If you have any video suggestions let me know! :) glad it helped
Thanks bro! Gonna go start right now!
great job! thnx. now I know which corner goes on the air filter too. and Glad I jjust got the right cup tool for the filter! and good price for filter a wm..thanx!!!!!!
Nice job, the filter works also for 2009-2019 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER (4CYLINDER ENGINE ONLY)." Same 04152-YZZA 1 you used.
Good job!
I'll do that 3 or 2 finger tightening method and I do fell safer , now to see you do it , not tightening everything with a torque wrench . Although guys like you and I understand how to not overtighened bolts , those drainplugs can handle an awful amount of tightening as I had a buddy do my oil once with an half inch 18" long breaker bar to tighten the oil filter and drain plug . Needless to say he went to town tightening as you could hear him and see the car rocking . I guess that's what I get for assuming that someone looks like a mechanic isn't a mechanic .
Torque wrench is always the best way! Usual drain bolts are 20-30ftlbs of torque. This was moreso for people doing it at home who don’t have access to a torque wrench
Wow very nice , thank you..i save a lot of money instead of going to Firestone and get rip...more power to you..i subscribe sir
Hi, I didn’t know Walmart sells Toyota oem oil filters
They do! It’s awesome
Thank you brother 🙏🏽 this is soo handy 💯😁
Good job. I have 2 Highlander never have seen that Warning sticker on any air box! What’s the warning about?
This worked great! Thank you
Glad it helped :)
Excellent job!
Adam Thank you!
Thank you for the video 🙏🏼
Thanks bro! 79K miles?! That’s not bad at all, low miles!
Thank you! She was maintained and driven local mostly :)
So you have to get the Toyota-specific oil filter wrench? Regular ones won't work?
Thanks - Very Helpful!
Noticed you used 0W-30 weight instead of 5W-30 recommended in the manual -- is it better in some way?
This car specifically asks for 0w-20 weight! The older highlanders ask for 5w30. I always use whats recommended by the manufacturer :)
@@AerialLensVideo makes sense! This one is a 3.5L AWD no tow package. Who would have guessed they would be different! I’m actually surprised lol
0w20 is what you should use
Excellent, thank you for guide!!!
Thank you for sharing 👌
Welcome 😊
Thanks for the video! A couple of questions: 1). Where did you get the filter tool? And 2). Can you just hand tight the filter so it eliminates the need for the tool? Or would that leak?
The filter tool can actually be purchased at Walmart! They have a Toyota one there usually. Otherwise, any auto parts store will have it. You definitely have to make it tight! If you don’t, you’ll have oil everywhere
@@tunerworld thanks. I actually just picked one up from Walmart. Is the 64mm the correct one for the V6?
What kind of coolant do you use?
Do you have to use the oem filter? I picked up a fram ultra synthetic filter as I didnt know walmart sold oem filters.
Invest in a impact wrench. Makes life a whole lot easier, i regret not buy some sooner lol
I’ve got multiple impacts lol, would never use for an oil change though
How much oil did u add exactly bro?
6.4 quarts! :)
Hello Elmhurst, Romeoville in the house
Sick! I am from the Schaumburg area
@@tunerworld good tips. Im thinking about getting a Highlander myself. Im undecided on 4WD or FWD
@@chuckcecconi4571 If you’re in Chicagoland area the 4wd is a no brainer :) the extra cost initially is worth it and it also adds a lot for the resale value in the future
Great Informative Video! May I ask if you are a Toyota Technician/Master Mechanic at Toyota?
Hey! No I am not, I am an ASE Certified Technician and a Certified Automotive Instructor :)
Gracias brother
Anytime :)
I wish it was as easy to service as my 2002 Corolla wagon.
If only haha. Just a 14mm bolt and an easy filter
Thank you!!!!
By the way, if anyone has the oil access cover GONE MISSING and want to replace it, here is what to do for about zero dollars: Make a paper plate pattern of the opening (make sure to accommodate the slight bend and two slot tabs), then grab an old license tag (NOT an antique one) and cut the pattern, make the holes and put 'er on. Saves buying a whole new cover assembly.
I like it!
Good idea. But who needs the cover? That's just more unnecessary work Lol.
@@phillippardo5712 You are right, but I like the cover because of two things. It keeps the mud and slime and ice off the bottom of the engine area, and since there is a cover all over -- except for the "oil hatch" -- it all has to be closed up to prevent mess from collecting inside the cover itself. That is, I believe you kinda need to not have an opening there. But... to each their own.
I would never let my Highlander to stay on a jack while doing oil change or anything. There’s a potential danger doing it that way. Instead, I drive my car on ramps. Not only does it give me enough space to work underneath my car, but also it’s safe that way.
It’s not on a jack, it is on jack stands while using wheel chocks. That is the proper way to support a vehicle once lifted. Ramps work as well.
You forgot how to reset
3:25
invest in a set of ramps. jacking up a vehicle on putting on jack stands is dangerous and total bullshit.
I trust jackstands way more than I do ramps. Maybe doing both would be better but I never personally had luck with ramps. Spent my whole life using jackstands and wooden stands as backup if it is a long project
Horsecrap. Good jack stands are as safe as anything short of a full lift.
buy a torque wrench