Where is the oil filter on a 2010 FJ Cruiser?
2009 and prior FJ Cruisers used a canister type oil filter, which was located on the top side of the engine on the driver-side front corner. For the 2010 model, the oil filter location was changed to the front center bottom of the engine behind the radiator and above the skid plate.
What kind of oil does a 2010 FJ Cruiser take?
Engine Oil
| Viscosity: | 0W-20 (All TEMPS) 0W-20 is the best choice for good fuel economy and starting in cold weather. If 0W-20 is not available 5W-20 may be used. However, it must be replaced with 0W-20 at the next oil change. |
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| Capacity: | 6.4 quarts. (with filter)After refill check oil level. |
| Torque: | 30 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug) |
How much oil does a 2007 Toyota FJ Cruiser take?
5.5 quarts (with filter)After refill check oil level.
What type of oil does a FJ Cruiser take?
The toyota fj cruiser uses 5w-30 regular oil. You should have it changed every 5,000 miles or 6 months, whichever comes first. It is considered fairly easy to do the oil change yourself, assuming you have means to safely raise the vehicle off the ground.
How much oil does FJ Cruiser take?
Engine Oil
| Viscosity: | 5W-30 (All TEMPS) |
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| Capacity: | 5.5 quarts (with filter)After refill check oil level. |
| Torque: | 30 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug) |
How do you remove the oil filter on a Toyota FJ Cruiser?
The base of the oil filter is the cap made of plastic. You will need a oil filter wrench that fits over this in order to remove the cap. Toyota refers to this as a “SST” or Special Service Tool. Using an oil filter wrench will do, just make sure it is one that fits properly over the plastic cap.
How much oil to put in a 2010 FJ Cruiser?
The manual says that the 2010 FJ Cruiser take 6.4 quarts when the filter is replace. I put 6 in, ran the engine, checked it and it appeared to be a full quart down (on level ground). So I added a half quart, checked it again. Still a half down, so I ended up putting in a full 7 quarts of oil. Then re-install your skid plate (s) and your done.
Where are the skid plates on a Toyota FJ Cruiser?
Four 12 mm bolts hold on the factory skid plate. After unbolting the 4 12mm bolts, the skid plate swings down towards the front and unhooks from the frame just below the radiator cradle. This is the housing that holds the oil filter element.