The recommended oil type for the 2013 Toyota Highlander is SAE 0W-20 Synthetic for both the 2.7 L 4Cylinder and the 3.5 L V6 engines. The capacity for the vehicle iS4.6 quarts for the 2.7 L 4Cylinder and 6.4 quarts for the 3.5 L V6 engine. The torque for the drain plugs for both are 30 ft/lbs. It is essential to use oil because it helps to keep the engine clean and running correctly. However it doesn't last forever so You need to do oil and filter changes after a certain point. In the Highlander You should do an oil and filter change every 7,500 to 10,000 miles or so. The cost of a change is anywhere from $30 to $40 in labor costs.
Julian
September 1, 2020
If I use oil size 5-30 synthetic will that damage my engine ?
Mara D.
January 2, 2020
The total engine oil capacity for the 2013 Toyota Highlander 2.7L 4-cylinder engine is 4.6 US quarts (4.5 liters). The total engine oil capacity for the 2013 Toyota Highlander 3.5L V6 engine is 6.4 US quarts (6.1 liters). It is advised to use only 5W-20 or 0W-20 for the 2013 Toyota Highlander 2.7L 4-cylinder engine and 0W-20 for the 2013 Toyota Highlander 3.5L V6 engine.
Dale Zuck
July 20, 2022
If u use 5- 30 u should change it and put in recommend 0-20 because these engines have tighter clearances in bearings and require the recommended viscosity unless your motor has in excess of 300.000 kilometres
3.5 . Engine v6 . Oil 6.4 quarts with filter and 6 quarts without the filter. If drain and refill 6 quarts . Replace oil filter 6.4 quarts
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