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oil faq

Paul Brand article in the Star Tribune on When to Change your Oil, Click Here
Paul Brand article in the Star Tribune on Synthetic Oil, Click Here

Q. How do I know which oil to use in my Toyota?

A. Refer to your owner's manual or look at the top of your oil cap. If the oil cap says "0W20", synthetic oil is required. If it says "5W20" or "5W30", the engine is certified for conventional oil use

 

Q. My owners' manual says I can use 0W20 or 5W20, which is the better choice?

A. 0W20 synthetic oil is the best choice for maximum fuel economy and for the best starting performance in cold weather.

 

Q. How much does it cost for an oil change with synthetic oil.

            A. Using synthetic oil will add about $20.00 to the cost of a regular oil change

 

Q. My Toyota uses conventional oil, how often should I change it?

A. You should change your oil and filter and rotate your tires every 5,000 miles or     6 months which ever comes first.

 

Q. My Toyota uses synthetic oil, how often should I change it?

A. Use the following intervals for vehicles with synthetic oils:

·        5,000 miles or 6 months interval for vehicles that make frequent trips at below 32 degrees Fahrenheit, drive on dirty or dusty roads, tow a trailer or use a car top carrier, carry heavy loads or do extensive idling.

·        10,000 miles or 1 year interval for vehicles that are operated under normal driving conditions that do not include any of the items listed above.

 

Q. What brand of oil should I use?

A. Most major brands of oils today meet or exceed Toyota's requirements. Specifically the oil should meet or exceed the current API (American Petroleum Institute) rating of "SM". This will be marked on the bottle.

 

Q. What brand oil do use at Inver Grove Toyota?

A. Our conventional 5W20 and 5W30 oil is made by Chevron and our 0W20 synthetic oil is the Eneos brand made by the Nippon oil company. This is the factory fill oil brand used in all new Toyota's

 

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