Engine Oil
0W-20
Full Synthetic
Capacity
6.4 qt
with filter
6.1 qt without filter
Oil Filter
04152-YZZA1
Toyota (OEM)
OEM spec: ILSAC GF-5
The 2016 Toyota Avalon takes 0W-20 Full Synthetic with a total capacity of 6.4 quarts (filter included). You’ll need a 14mm socket for the drain plug, torqued to 36 Nm. The OEM oil filter is the Toyota 04152-YZZA1, with 2 compatible alternatives listed below. Note: this vehicle has 3 active recalls — check the recalls section below. Below you’ll find complete maintenance specs, fluid capacities, parts, and links to buy what you need.
⚑ QUICK DIY TIPS FOR THE 2016 TOYOTA AVALON
Torque your drain plug to 36 Nm (27 ft-lbs) to avoid leaks or stripped threads. Using the OEM filter (Toyota 04152-YZZA1) is recommended for warranty compliance. Always use 0W-20 Full Synthetic as specified by Toyota — using the wrong viscosity can void your powertrain warranty. Check the maintenance schedule below for your next service interval. Viscosity 0W-20
Oil type Full Synthetic
Capacity (with filter) 6.4 qt
Capacity (w/o filter) 6.1 qt
OEM spec ILSAC GF-5
Filter Options
OEM cartridge oil filter
Drain Bolt & Hardware
Socket size 14 mm
Thread M12x1.25
Torque spec 36 Nm
Gasket Crush washer
4th gen XX40 (3.5L 2GR-FKS V6)
Type ATF WS
Capacity 3.7 qt
Change interval 60,000 mi
DOT type DOT 3
Change interval 45,000 mi
Type Super Long Life
Color Pink
Capacity 6.4 qt
Change interval 120,000 mi
Spark Plugs
Type Iridium
Gap 0.044
Quantity 4
Change interval 100,000 mi
Tires
Size 215/55R17
Front pressure 33 PSI
Rear pressure 33 PSI
Brake Pads
Toyota 04465-33471 OEM front
Buy Wiper Blades
Bosch 18A passenger, 18"
Buy Rain-X 18-1 passenger, 18"
Buy 7.5k mi 10k mi 15k mi 20k mi 30k mi 50k mi 60k mi 90k mi 120k mi
≈ every 6 months
spark plug
14mm thread, aluminum head
18 ft-lb · 24.4 Nm
16V215000
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2016 Avalon and Camry vehicles manufactured November 30, 2015 to March 4, 2016. The occupant classification system (OCS) that activates or deactivates the front passenger seat air bag system may have been improperly calibrated. As a result, the front passenger air bag and the front passenger knee air bag may not deploy as intended in certain crash scenarios. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
16V906000
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2016 Avalon, and 2017 Camry vehicles manufactured August 3, 2016, to September 12, 2016. The front passenger knee air bag module may have been attached to the lower instrument panel with incorrect fasteners.
20V024000
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2011-2019 Corolla, 2011-2013 Matrix, 2012-2018 Avalon, and 2013-2018 Avalon Hybrid vehicles. During certain crashes, the air bag electronic control unit (ECU) may malfunction, possibly disabling the deployment of the air bags and/or seat belt pretensioners.
All categories EQUIPMENT EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL TIRES SUSPENSION:FRONT ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER WHEELS EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM) STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR SEATS BACK OVER PREVENTION STRUCTURE:BODY ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY ENGINE UNKNOWN OR OTHER WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR POWER TRAIN VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY LANE DEPARTURE EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS SERVICE BRAKES LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION SUSPENSION STEERING STRUCTURE PARKING BRAKE ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC AIR BAGS ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:REFRIGERANT HOSES AND FITTINGS ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
GST-16R3D-061620 EQUIPMENT 2016-06-16
THIS COMMUNICATION IS INFORMING ALL DEALER PRINCIPALS, GENERAL MANAGERS, SERVICE MANAGERS & PARTS MANAGERS OF A SPECIAL SERVICE CAMPAIGN INITIATED BY GULF STATES TOYOTA, INC. (GST) TO INSPECT AND REPAIR 866 TOYOTA AVALON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A NON-TOYOTA GLASS BREAK SENSOR WHICH MAY EXPERIENCE AN ABNORMALLY HIGH PARASITIC CURRENT DRAW WHEN THE IGNITION IS OFF. THIS CONDITION COULD POTENTIALLY RESULT IN A DRAIN ON THE VEHICLES BATTERY. THE NON-TOYOTA GLASS BREAK SENSORS WERE INSTALLED AS A GST INSTALLED OPTION UNDER GST P/N 00012-41420-01.
GST-16R3C-061620 EQUIPMENT 2016-06-24
THIS COMMUNICATION IS INFORMING VEHICLE OWNERS OF A SPECIAL SERVICE CAMPAIGN INITIATED BY GULF STATES TOYOTA, INC. (GST) TO INSPECT AND REPAIR CERTAIN TOYOTA AVALON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A NON-TOYOTA GLASS BREAK SENSOR INSTALLED BY GST WHICH MAY EXPERIENCE AN ABNORMALLY HIGH PARASITIC CURRENT DRAW WHEN THE IGNITION IS OFF. THIS CONDITION COULD POTENTIALLY RESULT IN A DRAIN ON THE VEHICLES BATTERY. THE NON-TOYOTA GLASS BREAK SENSORS WERE INSTALLED AS A GST INSTALLED OPTION UNDER GST P/N 00012-41420-01.
T-SB-0103-16 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. 2016-08-10
TSB: SOME 2016 MODEL YEAR APPLICABLE VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ENTUNE AUDIO (VERSION 01013E) / ENTUNE AUDIO PLUS (VERSION 010156 OR 01015C) / ENTUNE PREMIUM AUDIO (VERSION 010171 OR 010170 OR 01017D) MAY EXHIBIT ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: *HEAD UNIT REBOOTING AT A SPECIFIC LOCATION. *ABNORMAL DESTINATION SEARCH OPERATION. *REBOOTING CAUSED BY NO SONGS ON THE USB CONNECTED IPHONE. *ONE TIME REBOOT AFTER ACC-ON. *AUDIO STAYS MUTED AFTER THE KEY IS CYCLED.
Show all 188 TSBs(+185) Private Party
$7,410–$8,190
Dealer Retail
$8,580–$9,750
Estimated values assume average condition and mileage for vehicle age.
Source: estimated
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