Toyota Corolla: Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) / Lubrication system (2.0 L 4-cylinder [M20A-FKS] engine)
■ Oil capacity (Drain and refill [Reference*])
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The engine oil capacity is a reference quantity to be used when changing the
engine oil. Warm up and turn off the engine, wait more than 5 minutes, and check
the oil level on the dipstick.
■ Engine oil selection
“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is used in your Toyota vehicle. Use Toyota approved
“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent to satisfy the following grade and viscosity.
Oil grade: API SN/RC multigrade engine oil
Recommended viscosity: SAE 0W-16
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A - Outside temperature
SAE 0W-16 is the best choice for good fuel economy and good starting in cold
weather.
If SAE 0W-16 is not available, SAE 0W-20 oil may be used. However, it must be
replaced with SAE 0W-16 at the next oil change.
Oil viscosity (0W-16 is explained here as an example):
- The 0W in 0W-16 indicates the characteristic of the oil which allows cold
startability. Oils with a lower value before the W allow for easier starting
of the engine in cold weather.
- The 16 in 0W-16 indicates the viscosity characteristic of the oil when
the oil is at high temperature. An oil with a higher viscosity (one with a higher
value) may be better suited if the vehicle is operated at high speeds, or under
extreme load conditions.
How to read oil container label:
API registered mark is added to some oil containers to help you select the oil
you should use.
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■ Oil capacity (Drain and refill [Reference*])
The engine oil capacity is a reference quantity to be used when changing the
engine oil. Warm up and turn off the engine, wait more than 5 minutes, and check
the oil level on the dipstick...
To determine if your vehicle's engine coolant reservoir is type A or type B,
refer to "Checking the engine coolant"...
Other information:
The laws of all 50 states of the U.S.A. as well as Canada now require the use
of child restraint systems.
Prioritize and observe the warnings, as well as the laws and regulations
for child restraint systems.
Use a child restraint system until the child becomes large enough to properly
wear the vehicle’s seat belt.
Choose a child restraint system that suits your vehicle and is appropriat..
■ Vehicle identification number
The vehicle identification number (VIN) is the legal identifier for your vehicle.
This is the primary identification number for your Toyota. It is used in registering
the ownership of your vehicle.
On some models: This number is stamped under the right-hand front seat.
This number is also stamped on the top left of the instrument panel.
This number is also on ..