Toyota Corolla (E210): Adding engine oil

■ Checking the oil type and preparing the item needed

Make sure to check the oil type and prepare the items needed before adding oil.

  • Engine oil selection
  • Oil quantity (Low level mark 1.6 qt. (1.5 L, 1.3 Imp. qt.) Refill upper limit mark) 1.6 qt. (1.5 L, 1.3 Imp. qt.)
  • Item
    Clean funnel

■ Adding engine oil

If the oil level is below or near the low level mark, add engine oil of the same type as that already in the engine.

1. Remove the oil filler cap by

1. Remove the oil filler cap by turning it counterclockwise.

2. Add engine oil slowly, checking the dipstick.

Make sure that the oil level does not exceed the refill upper limit mark and is between the low level mark and refill upper limit mark.

  1. Low level mark
  2. Refill upper limit mark

The shape of the dipstick may differ depending on the type of vehicle engine.

3. Install the oil filler cap by turning it clockwise.

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

■When replacing the engine oil

  • 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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