Toyota Highlander Owners Manual: Engine oil consumption

Toyota Highlander Owners Manual / Maintenance and care / Do-it-yourself maintenance / Engine compartment / Engine oil consumption

A certain amount of engine oil will be consumed while driving. In the following situations, oil consumption may increase, and engine oil may need to be refilled in between oil maintenance intervals.

When the engine is new, for example directly after purchasing the vehicle or after replacing the engine
if low quality oil or oil of an inappropriate viscosity is used
when driving at high engine speeds or with a heavy load, when towing, or when driving while accelerating or decelerating frequently
when leaving the engine idling for a long time, or when driving frequently through heavy traffic

Warning

Used engine oil

Used engine oil contains potentially harmful contaminants which may cause skin disorders such as inflammation and skin cancer, so care should be taken to avoid prolonged and repeated contact. To remove used engine oil from your skin, wash thoroughly with soap and water.
Dispose of used oil and filters only in a safe and acceptable manner. Do not dispose of used oil and filters in household trash, in sewers or onto the ground.
Call your toyota dealer, service station or auto parts store for information concerning recycling or disposal.
Do not leave used engine oil within the reach of children.

Notice

To prevent serious engine damage

Check the oil level on a regular basis.

Check the oil level on a regular basis.

Be careful not to spill engine oil on the vehicle components.
Avoid overfilling, or the engine could be damaged.
Check the oil level on the dipstick every time you refill the vehicle.
Be sure the engine oil filler cap is properly tightened.

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