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 04465-07010 OEM front
Buy Toyota 04465-07020 OEM front
Buy Toyota 04466-06200 OEM rear
Buy Wiper Blades
Toyota 85222-06131 driver
Buy Toyota 85212-06130 passenger
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:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL EQUIPMENT ELECTRICAL SYSTEM EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL TIRES EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. SUSPENSION:FRONT ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER WHEELS EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM) STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR SEATS BACK OVER PREVENTION ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY STRUCTURE:BODY ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC SERVICE BRAKES AIR BAGS LANE DEPARTURE STRUCTURE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:REFRIGERANT HOSES AND FITTINGS ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING ENGINE ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM 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 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION SUSPENSION STEERING PARKING BRAKE
T-SB-0105-15 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL 2015-11-04
"TSB: PRE-DELIVERY SERVICE (PDS) IS A CRITICAL STEP IN SATISFYING OUR NEW CAR CUSTOMERS. CUSTOMER FEEDBACK INDICATES THE FOLLOWING AREAS DESERVE SPECIAL ATTENTION WHEN PERFORMING PDS: H CAREFUL INSPECTION FOR PAINT CHIPS/SCRATCHES AND BODY DENTS/DINGS. H PROPER OPERATION OF ELECTRICAL ACCESSORIES (INCLUDING INTERIOR LIGHT, CLOCK, AND RADIO RESET). H INTERIOR CLEANLINESS. H PROPER FUNCTION OF MECHANICAL SYSTEMS. CUSTOMER RETENTION AND PROPER MAINTENANCE OF VEHICLES HAS BEEN A MAJOR FOCUS FOR TOYOTA. TO HELP REMIND CUSTOMERS THAT REGULAR OIL CHANGES ARE ESSENTIAL TO THE PROPER MAINTENANCE OF THEIR VEHICLE, DEALERS ARE REQUIRED TO BEGIN INSTALLING A FIRST OIL CHANGE REMINDER STICKER PRIOR TO DELIVERY. BY DOING THIS, CUSTOMERS WILL BE REMINDED TO RETURN TO YOUR DEALERSHIP FOR THEIR FIRST OIL CHANGE. YOUR CURRENT OIL CHANGE REMINDER STICKER MAY BE USED. (SEE PDS CHECK SHEET ITEM 9 OF ¡§FINAL INSPECTION & CLEANING.¡¨)"
T-SB-0109-15 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL 2015-11-06
"TSB: PRE-DELIVERY SERVICE (PDS) IS A CRITICAL STEP IN SATISFYING OUR NEW CAR CUSTOMERS. CUSTOMER FEEDBACK INDICATES THE FOLLOWING AREAS DESERVE SPECIAL ATTENTION WHEN PERFORMING PDS: H CAREFUL INSPECTION FOR PAINT CHIPS/SCRATCHES AND BODY DENTS/DINGS. H PROPER OPERATION OF ELECTRICAL ACCESSORIES (INCLUDING INTERIOR LIGHT, CLOCK, AND RADIO RESET). H INTERIOR CLEANLINESS. H PROPER FUNCTION OF MECHANICAL SYSTEMS. CUSTOMER RETENTION AND PROPER MAINTENANCE OF VEHICLES HAS BEEN A MAJOR FOCUS FOR TOYOTA. TO HELP REMIND CUSTOMERS THAT REGULAR OIL CHANGES ARE ESSENTIAL TO THE PROPER MAINTENANCE OF THEIR VEHICLE, DEALERS ARE REQUIRED TO BEGIN INSTALLING A FIRST OIL CHANGE REMINDER STICKER PRIOR TO DELIVERY. BY DOING THIS, CUSTOMERS WILL BE REMINDED TO RETURN TO YOUR DEALERSHIP FOR THEIR FIRST OIL CHANGE. YOUR CURRENT OIL CHANGE REMINDER STICKER MAY BE USED. (SEE PDS CHECK SHEET ITEM 9 OF ¡§FINAL INSPECTION & CLEANING.¡¨)"
T-TT-0381-16 EQUIPMENT 2016-01-11
TECH TIP: SOME CUSTOMERS MAY EXPERIENCE DIFFICULTY PROGRAMMING HOMELINK.
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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