Can I use 5w30 instead of 5w20 in my Camry?

Can I use 5w30 instead of 5w20 in my Camry?

If you are asking yourself this question, the answer is No, you cannot use 5w-20 for your Toyota. The recommended and best type of oil for all Toyota is 5w-30. The high viscosity it has can properly work effectively with Toyota engines. This oil should be changed every 3,000 miles.

What happens if I use 5w30 instead of 5w20?

Due to the increased resistance of the thicker 5W-30 oil, your engine will produce slightly lower fuel economy and horsepower output. You also risk engine damage when using 5W-30 instead of 5W-20, as the internal engine components are specifically designed to be used with 5W-20 motor oil.

What type of oil does a 2005 Toyota Camry use?

The oil type needed on Your 2005 Toyota Camry is SAE 5W-30.

How much oil does a 2008 Camry v6 take?

Engine Oil

Viscosity: 5W-30 (All TEMPS)
Capacity: 6.4 quarts (with filter)After refill check oil level.
Torque: 30 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)

When did the Toyota Camry start burning oil?

Example if you bought your Camry April 1 2008 you would be coveted to April 1 2018. A lot of the 2AZ-FE 2.4 L engines ( from 2007-2009) had the oil consumption problems to to poorly designed pistons and rings.

How much oil should I put in my Toyota Camry?

Depending on mileage per month it’s on the higher side of normal. You can step up the grade a notch, stay away from those high mileage oils. So if your using 0w20 go to 5w20, or if you want even 5w30 (on the thickest side). Other than that keep topping it up and your fine. Got 2 09 2.4’s, one burns 3/4’s a month the other very little.

What kind of engine does a Toyota Camry have?

Beginning at about 90000 miles my 2008 Toyota Camry le equipped with the 2az four cylinder engine began to use oil. Subsequently, I took the vehicle to my local Toyota dealer and was told I was two months out of my ten year warranty and any repairs would be at my expense.

Are there any problems with the Toyota Camry?

76 problems related to engine burning oil have been reported for the 2008 Toyota Camry. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2008 Toyota Camry based on all problems reported for the 2008 Camry. This car is burning oil.

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