Adding Engine Oil; Engine Oil Consumption - Toyota 2016 Highlander Service Manual

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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.
 2.7 L 4-cylinder (1AR-FE)
engine
Make sure to check the oil type and prepare the items needed
before adding oil.
Engine oil selection
Oil quantity
(Low  Full)
Items
1
Remove the oil filler cap by turning it counterclockwise.
2
Add engine oil slowly, checking the dipstick.
3
Install the oil filler cap by turning it clockwise.
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Engine oil consumption

A certain amount of engine oil will be consumed while driving. In the following
situations, oil consumption may increase, and engine oil may need to be
refilled in between oil maintenance intervals.
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When the engine is new, for example directly after purchasing the vehicle or
after replacing the engine
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If low quality oil or oil of an inappropriate viscosity is used
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When driving at high engine speeds or with a heavy load, when towing, or
when driving while accelerating or decelerating frequently
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When leaving the engine idling for a long time, or when driving frequently
through heavy traffic
HIGHLANDER_U (OM48F09U)
7-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
 3.5 L V6 (2GR-FE) engine
P. 642
1.6 qt. (1.5 L, 1.3 Imp. qt.)
Clean funnel
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