What kind of oil should be poured into the Toyota Corolla 120 and 150 engine?

Toyota Corolla has been produced since 1991. During this time, the model was repeatedly updated, maintaining its popularity - the brand is listed in The Guinness Book of World Records as the best-selling. When choosing the best oil for pouring into the engine of this machine, you should take into account the type of power unit and know the requirements that the manufacturer places on lubrication. In addition to the viscosity and frost resistance (SAE) parameter, it is very important to know the oil class according to API standards - it must necessarily correspond to those that are approved for use with this particular engine. In this case, one should take into account the fact that with a mileage of more than 100 thousand km. wear of the internal parts of the engine is inevitable, the distance between the friction surfaces is increased, and for proper lubrication, motor oil with a higher viscosity is required.

The review below includes the best oils suitable for filling into different engines of this car. The rating was compiled based on the requirements set by the plant, the characteristics of motor oils and the experience of use, which Corolla owners of different years of production spoke about in their reviews.

Advantages of original oil for Toyota Corolla

For the domestic market in Japan, original Toyota motor oil is produced at one Exxon Mobill plant using hydrocracking technology.
Another duplicate brand under which the same lubricant is bottled is called Castle. At the same time, the manufacturer works according to two completely different recipes. Thus, Toyota 0 W-20 and 5 W-30 oils were developed by Mobile, and when creating 5 W-20 (SL), the Esso scheme applies. Regardless of this, the product receives an effective set of anti-friction additives that ensure high oil film strength and reliable lubrication of parts under any operating conditions. With the systematic use of OEM lubricants, scuffs on the cylinder walls are sealed, maintaining compression and engine power at new levels for a long time. The high heat capacity of the product removes excess heat in the cylinder-piston group, distributing heat evenly throughout the engine. In addition, powerful additives to remove carbon and other deposits keep the engine (inside) clean. The original engine oil for Toyota Corolla is perfectly suited to the temperature conditions in Russia, but it should be remembered that this lubricant is highly sensitive to fuel quality and has a low base number.

How to check the level?

The oil level should be checked on a cold engine, and it is better to do this after parking overnight. If this is not possible, you must wait at least 15 minutes. after stopping the engine. The procedure is carried out on a level surface, the oil level can be viewed through the luggage compartment.

• In the trunk, remove the carpet from the spare wheel.
• Unscrew the holder from the back of the wheel.
• The control dipstick, located behind the engine on the right, must be removed from the tube and wiped. Then the dipstick must be put back in place and removed again.
• The fluid level is checked by the oil film formed - its boundary should be between the L and F marks on the dipstick (L - minimum level, F - maximum).

If the oil level does not reach the marks, it is necessary to top up the oil. Also, topping up is done when the film reaches only the L mark - to reach the upper level you need to fill in 1 liter of oil.

If the oil goes beyond either of the two marks, it is equally dangerous and can lead to serious problems with the engine. An insufficient fluid level will lead to engine damage, and excess oil will cause oiling of the spark plugs, breakage of the seal, or lead to the formation of oil smudges.

Topping up engine oil:

• Remove the plug from the oil filler neck (it is located on the cylinder block cover). It is IMPORTANT to first clean the plug and neck of contaminants to prevent them from entering the engine.
• The oil is poured through a funnel (if you don’t have one at hand, you can make a funnel from the neck of a plastic bottle).
• The oil level can be checked with the same dipstick.
• Once topping is complete, tighten the plug by hand and turn on the motor to check the system. There should be no oil leaks around the oil filter and plug.
• Next, turn off the car, wait 15 minutes for the liquid from the top of the power unit to completely drain into the pan, and check the oil level with a dipstick.

Checking the engine oil level should be carried out during maintenance. High oil consumption in the engine can be a signal of malfunctions, such as damage to the oil seal, piston rings, valves and loose connections.

The best synthetic oil for Toyota Corolla engine

Pure synthetics are the lot of modern engines that need the best high-performance lubricant that is resistant to high temperatures and oxidative processes. Good anti-friction properties and the presence of detergent additives are the key to long and reliable engine service. Below are the consumables that are the best available on the domestic market today. Their characteristics fully comply with all plant requirements, which means these oils can be safely poured into the Corolla engine.

Factors affecting engine wear

Engine Toyota Corolla 2008

Toyota Corolla is a car with a fast and good engine. Therefore, it is necessary to know the reasons that affect the service life of the lubricant, and regularly follow the replacement schedule in order for the motor to serve for many years. There are several dozen factors that negatively affect engine oil, which entails increased wear of the internal combustion engine. I would like to highlight the main ones:

• The car has been idle for a long time or not used regularly. It would seem that the car has been standing for two months, what could happen to it? In fact, the system should be started at least once a week. In this case, it requires a special approach and attention. If the machine is used with significant interruptions, then the lubricant should be replaced more often than for one that drives every day.
• Traveling short distances. The problem with engine wear is that if you often start the car and make short runs throughout the day (for example, from store to store), then it does not always have time to warm up. Accordingly, condensation (in simple words – acid) collects in the internal part, which corrodes and negatively affects its operation. This can also be attributed to problematic situations - traffic jams, when the car is moving in the “start-stop” mode, in this case the liquid overheats and gradually loses its beneficial properties.
• Air pollution. It is this factor that, in our country, greatly influences wear and tear. Do you notice that the streets and roads are very dusty? And all this dust gets through the air filter, right into the very “heart”. In our area, it is best to use high-quality filters.
• Vacuum lubricant replacement. As strange as it may sound, modern express oil changes are much worse than the traditional method. After vacuum “running”, part of the old waste fluid remains on the walls and at the bottom of the engine sump. This sediment negatively affects the further operation of the engine.

The frequency of oil changes is up to you. A specific answer to the question: “How often to replace?” - No. The “mileage” of a lubricant is measured in kilometers (on average 8-10 thousand) or months (3-6 months). Each car owner has his own individual calculation of this interval.

Recommendations

Of course, every car owner always tries to fill only high-quality lubricant. But not all parameters of the purchased product fit the recommendations of the car manufacturer.

To simplify the selection of oil products for the engine, look in the service book. It is there that the type and type of oil, its viscosity and characteristics that are best suited to your car are indicated.

The manufacturer sets the service interval uniquely for each model.

Service interval Toyota Corolla 2007

Pay attention to the wear and tear on your car's engine. The recommendations of the Japanese manufacturer apply to “fresh” engines. Therefore, the oil indicated in the service book, for a car with a mileage of more than a hundred or three hundred thousand kilometers, will not be relevant.

If the lubricant for the Toyota Corolla 2007 was 5w30 when purchased, then after almost ten years of using the car it should be more viscous, for example - 10w30. In Russia, the concept of semi-synthetics (made using hydrocracking technology) is popular for cars with “mileage”, just 10w and fits this category.

Replacing with a more viscous substance will give the engine “strength” and reduce its wear. You can change the lubricant at home; it is not a difficult, but long-term process.

Toyota has taken care of its cars by releasing a large series of motor oils with a wide range of viscosity and temperatures.

At the same time, in the service book, about “engine care,” it is the oil from the Toyota manufacturer that is indicated. But you need to take into account the fact that these are just recommendations and nothing more.

After all, you can choose a lubricant that will be suitable in terms of temperature, viscosity, characteristics, availability and price.

Choosing oil for Toyota Corolla 2007 - 2008 with the required characteristics

Choosing oil for Toyota Corolla 2007-2008

So, the moment has come when we enter the store and see a wide range of oil products. Guided by our knowledge, we conduct a small analysis of the condition and conditions under which our car is located. In doing so, we focus on the following factors:

• When was the last time the fluid and filter were replaced?
• year and mileage of the engine, average frequency of lubricant change interval,
• internal factors (fuel quality, what kind of lubricant was filled in, etc.),
• regional features (temperature regime).

Each motor oil has a number of characteristics. It is worth highlighting two main properties of a lubricant: viscosity and temperature range.

According to the SAE standard - a classifier of motor fluids, we select 5w - for mileage up to 200 thousand or 10w - over 200 thousand kilometers, in accordance with the specified factors.

Then we select the appropriate temperature regime, 5w40 or 10w30/40 will be relevant.

Designation of viscosity and temperature range of Toyota oil

If the internal combustion engine was filled with semi-synthetics, then it is not worth changing to synthetics. The fact is that synthetic is intended for “fresh” engines; it has antioxidant and cleaning characteristics.

Moreover, semi-synthetics can contain additives to seal cylinder walls, smooth out scratches, etc.

If you make a change from semi-synthetic to synthetic, a “leakage” of all the additives that benefit the engine may occur, and this will end in a “fatal” outcome for the engine.

Don't be afraid to make the switch from synthetic to semi-synthetic. Thanks to a large selection of additives, you can restore the engine to “better times”. Of course, to change to a more viscous oil, you need to flush all the engine channels. Over the years, the engine wears out, and semi-synthetics will always keep it in “shape”.

Oil change for Toyota Corolla 2007-2008 at home

You can also change the engine fluid at a car service center, but it is best to stay with the car “one-on-one” and carry out this procedure yourself. The average lubricant replacement interval for continuous operation is 10,000 kilometers. For this we need:

1. Ratchet wrench 14 and screwdriver,
2. Oil filter puller,
3. Container for liquid,
4. Filter and synthetic or semi-synthetic lubricant.

Of course, it is best to use Toyota dealer oil and filter.

Sequential instruction:

1. We drive the car onto an overpass, lift or pit. Remove the engine protection.
2. After that, under the hood we unscrew the “filler cap” (funnel).
3. Then open the drain plug.
4. Drain the oil, approximate volume is about 4.0 liters.
5. Now we need a filter remover (this is a special key, if you don’t have one, then try removing it with a screwdriver).
6. We take out the cap and filter.
7. Lubricate the sealing ring.
8. Gradually pour oil into the central part of the filter, it should be absorbed and completely lubricate the inner walls.
9. We install the cap and filter in their original position.
10. Pour lubricant into the engine funnel (the ideal level on the dipstick is between min and max).
11. At the end of the first trip, do not forget to check the oil level again; you may need to add a little.

Toyota Corolla will forever remain your reliable and nimble car if you treat it with love. Look under the hood often and check the oil regularly.

Replace only with a quality product. It is best to change the oil in the Toyota Corolla 2008 engine every 7-9 thousand kilometers or 3-5 months. With such an interval, your “horse” will never let you down!