2008 Highlander Oil Change

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2008 Highlander Oil Change

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fresnox7

15 жыл бұрын

2008 2009 Toyota Highlander oil change

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@MrALBOBALBOB 8 жыл бұрын

The first couple of times I changed oil in my 2009 highlander I did what is shown in this video including removing the small screw in plug, and pushing in the plastic drain plug with a drainage hose. As the video shows, while this procedure is intended to remove the oil remaining in the filter metal housing, some still remains in there and pushing in the drain plug / hose in results in some mess running around hose, etc. I have stopped removing the small plug and O-ring, and now just remove the entire metal cap with the plug still intact. I have done this for the past 10 oil changes, and have not had any leak problems. These O-rings don't normally go bad, if they are not taken apart, and I have not had any leaks. When I remove the cap with plug intact I do tend to spill a little over the top, but again, I don't think doing it this way is any more messy than trying to insert the plastic drain plug. Also, every time you remove that small plug and put it back in, you always run the risk of stripping threads or the o-ring not seating. So, in my opinion, removing the plug / o-ring is a useless step.

@njsongwriter 4 жыл бұрын

Why would you run the risk of stripping treads on the oil filter cap drainplug? I mean really? It only gets tightened to 9 lb.ft. ?

@MrALBOBALBOB 4 жыл бұрын

@@njsongwriter by "stripping threads" on the small plug, I meant not over tightening but rather "cross threading". I should also add that wrote the above post 3 years ago, and now have a 2015 highlander in addition to the 2009 highlander. the 2015 Highlander has exactly the same set up. I do not remove the plug / hook up drain hose on it either.

@honda523 13 жыл бұрын

I work at toyota as a mechanic...just wanted to point out... 1. replaced the drain plug gasket, if its over tighten/used to much, it can leak from the drain plug gasket. 2. it takes 6.4 quarts of oil. you dont want to starve the motor from oil. other then that..you did it

@ssalava 13 жыл бұрын

3) The drain hose attached to the plastic drain tool (@ 2:16) is optional and pretty much unnecessary unless you're outside and the wind is blowing. It's a straight shot down for the little bit of oil to drain from the filter and you're going to get oily hands regardless as the video shows (@ 2:40).

@stevenw973 10 жыл бұрын

Heard the beginning to Courtesy of the Red White and Blue and immediately knew I wanted to watch it

@lavalthibodeau 11 жыл бұрын

Great view of the underside of the auto. Pacing, voice level, etc.is very WELL done!

@ssalava 12 жыл бұрын

After my last oil change, I decided to spend the $16.99 and purchase the "Assenmacher" specialty tool 'TOY 640' Oil Filter Socket Wrench for Toyota/Lexus. It came in and I did a test fit and it should work perfectly. So no more workarounds that might damage the cannister.

@condor5635 5 жыл бұрын

Great video - thanks. Need to emphasize and practice safety - clearly only used floor jack to support vehicle which is bad. Someone recently here in Texas was killed doing this simple job as the vehicle fell on him. Use jack stands or ramps people!

@stevepierce 13 жыл бұрын

Thanks guys. The Toyota dealer sold me a canister type filter and I could not find it anywhere. Did a Google search and found your great video. I think they went to the paper element for environmental reasons. Less stuff for the land fill and metal filter canisters are not supposed to be disposed of there. 6.4 quarts of oil if you change the filter as well according to my 2009 Highlander manual. Thanks again, great job and very helpful.

@njsongwriter 4 жыл бұрын

The spin-on filter is a canister filter. Is that what you meant cause some people call the cartridge system a canister...

@stevepierce 4 жыл бұрын

@@njsongwriter Toyota sold me a spin on what I can a canister type when the 2009 Highlander with the V6 takes a cartridge/paper element.

@ssalava 13 жыл бұрын

4) The video attempts to explain the "extender" that was used to loosen and remove the canister (@ 3:21) with a caption "Use Oil Filter Wrench End Cap". I need to get one of these, but since I didn't have one , I was able to lightly tap the canister using the long screw driver and loosen the canister by hand.

@rickyrsd 9 жыл бұрын

good video, fellas.. very detail, thanks.... I'm doing my first oil change on my wife 2012 Highlander, was hoping i find a video like yours.. like how you even show the reset computer part.. thanks, again. San Diego, Ca

@dustybrews 4 ай бұрын

Did the oil change and it worked but I think it would be good to put some oil like 3/4 into the filter canister before putting it back on. I didn’t do that like the video shows and upon startup it made a nasty grinding sound!! I didn’t get to try it out to see if it fixes the sound but I’ll find out the next time!

@awiggans 15 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video. That was very usefully. A little trickier than the old style filters, but look easy once I do it the first time.

@arcticblueice 11 жыл бұрын

Thanks for posting this video guys, I appreciate it. I found it to be very helpful my friends. It's a shame that Toyota left using a traditional oil filter for a cartridge...

@TSXguy 15 жыл бұрын

very informative video. I had no idea that the filter was changed like that.

@BBiEnterprises 11 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the information! BTW, Our 2008 Highlander has a push button start, so I'm not sure how to reset the oil maintenance warning, since your description requires turning a key. I'll figure it out, but first to head to AutoZone and get the oil and filter and filter wrench. Also, thanks for your Service, and a big War Eagle to whoever put up the Auburn flag on the wall!

@ssalava 13 жыл бұрын

2) The video does not show how it can be difficult to loosen the "bottom part" separately from the canister itself (@ 2:01) (Toyota instructions refer to "Remove oil drain plug from center of filter housing cap.") I had to use a long screw driver inserted from the right front wheel well against one of the canister tabs to keep it from turning while I loosened the center/bottom part with a 3/8" socket extension.

@njsongwriter 4 жыл бұрын

The reason this happens is because the last person did not follow the torque specs. The drainplug on the oil filter cap should only be half as tight as the oil filter cap is. Oil filter cap = 18 lb.ft. Oil filter cap drainplug = 9 lb.ft.

@yurko40a 11 жыл бұрын

Thanks for all the effort. On a side note, I strongly suggest using disposable gloves for all oil changes!

@condor5635 Жыл бұрын

Yeah let’s wear gloves but ignore the fact that jackstands weren’t used

@Liefpj 4 жыл бұрын

They went in from the top to change the filter on my 08 Highlander Hybrid. He had a bit of trouble and used an arm sock for heat.

@gregoryz3 11 ай бұрын

Nice and easy. Good job.

@JJRedmanJJ 10 жыл бұрын

Great video guys. Perfect way to save money instead of going to the Stealership.

@ssalava 13 жыл бұрын

1) You may not notice that the front of the vehicle was raised for this job, but the video shows the floor jack later on. Unless you're skinny and a contortionist, most will need to raise the vehicle for this job. This doesn't cause any problems with draining the oil given the placement of the drain plug faces the rear of the vehicle.

@DaddyDave65 12 жыл бұрын

Well done guys!!!!!!!!!!!!! I have a 2008 Rave4 V6 and this vid helps out tremendously!

@jinrogers8845 10 жыл бұрын

The Highlander Hybrid uses PH4386:cartridge screw on still must take like 8; 10 mm bolts off plastic splash pan to get at it on front of engine.

@Trikes-Trails 11 жыл бұрын

Thanks, very clear and well done instructional video. I assume this set up is the same as on my 2011 Highlander? Thanks again from a former Lt and Capt!

@chrisodom5210 Жыл бұрын

Great video

@dpopl1 14 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for making this video. Can you make one for Highlander 2006? It would really help me with the next oil change. I really liked the video. Thanks!

@MrLaobuck 12 жыл бұрын

Thank you Guys for a job well done.Keep up the good job.

@ssalava 13 жыл бұрын

Like many others, I also found this video very helpful. But in doing it myself for the first time on my 2009 V6 Highlander, I have some suggestions for the 'fresnox7' team for additional captions, as well as other readers. See above in reverse order due to comment character limitations.

@ArmyofSeaturtles 11 жыл бұрын

is 64mm you can get it at a dealership, the dealership i went to sells them for 12$, i bought the exact one from pepboys for 10$

@Timmmay13 11 жыл бұрын

Hey guys, thanks for the very informative video. But most of all WE THANK YOU for your service to our nation. Thanks again, be safe and GOD Bless! PS: My only complaint would be that UGLY Duke Banner hanging in the garage. ;) jk

@jmills3434 12 жыл бұрын

Great job guys, but what a pain in the ace. I'd rather just pay the dealer because I'm lazy. But again, great job.

@CPLSkinman 13 жыл бұрын

Very informative. Thanks, CPL Inman

@LarryDavidFreak 14 жыл бұрын

why do you need the hose? cant you just put a drain pan under it?

@njsongwriter 4 жыл бұрын

Yes you can. Sometimes attaching a tube help minimize the mess, especially when outdoors and it's windy.

@tungstenuseuse5688 11 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot guys! I did not know it was so easy. I can not believe they would try to charge 100 for this lol

@astoria1969 11 жыл бұрын

Excellent video

@jeffjohnson3620 4 жыл бұрын

To recap: FRAM OIL Filter #CH9972 6 QTS 5W/30

@donnguy1574 11 жыл бұрын

where can i find the oil filter wrench end cap what side ???/ which one is the best ????

@anotherflyer 14 жыл бұрын

Thanks for posting...I had no idea and poked around with a flashlight for almost 10 minutes before concluding that toyota must have come up with some new design. It doesn't help that K&N sells typical thread on canister for the '08 Hylander, which I had in hand for the oil change. Fortunately it fit my 4Runner so there was no loss on my beahalf. One comment...there is a standard drain plug on the bottom of the oil pan, so the drain tube is not require,

@JustAnotherFamily 11 жыл бұрын

Excellent! Thanks for the good info.

@MemphisMojo15s 9 жыл бұрын

Now, I have a question. First, why do you use pain old Valvoline? That oil messed my 2007 Rav4 up (Synthetic wins, hands down) It had the same engine as this Highlander. Second, why does your V6 use that much oil and my 2010 RAV4 V6 only uses 5 1/4 quarts? Do the Highlanders have a larger oil pan? It would have to. These 2gr cams need the perfect amount of anti wear agents or the cam shaft gear assembly will fail...conventional oils do Not have the proper amount of anti wear agents and oil charts and analysis will show this. Just thought I'd share.

@phatboii84 7 жыл бұрын

hey buddy, how do you change the spark plugs on this model???

@maorziv 11 жыл бұрын

Thanks good video instructions

@TommyM818 13 жыл бұрын

@ssalava i just purchased the TRD filter too. i was wondering if theres was rly a difference? did you notice any difference in driving?

@samsungtv4u 13 жыл бұрын

THANKS :) GOOD TEACHER..

@Hempstead35711550 14 жыл бұрын

Could someone do a drive around but not a 0-60 just a video of hearin the engine running on a 2008 or 2009 Toyota Highlander.

@fishnyc22 14 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video! Whats the deal? why did they go to that kind of filter. never seen that before!

@TommyM818 13 жыл бұрын

hey i have a question. a really important one because i need to change my oil today. the housing cap which is showed in the video of you unscrewing it at 2:01, on my highlander is extremely tight. i was using a 3/8 socket wrench trying to loosen it to left and it was really tight i havent tried loosening the housing itself because i wasnt ready to change the engine oil. i was afraid to use all my force to open the cap because you said not to scratch it. is it that fragile? what should i do?!!

@njsongwriter 4 жыл бұрын

Everyone who has this system should be prepared for a worse case scenario especially if this is the first time you're doing this. In case of a Stuck Oil Filter Make sure you have the following... 1. The proper Motivx* oil filter cap wrench. Item #MX2320 us for all Toyota/Lexus/Scion engines 2.0 liters and larger using a cartridge style oil filter or item #MX2321 is for all engines smaller than 2.0 liters using a cartridge style filter. 2. A 27 mm ½ inch drive socket 3. A ½ drive breaker bar (18 inches or longer in length. An extension may be needed for some models.) If an oil filter cap seems difficult to remove, only the above items should be used (or equivalent tools). Do not simply use a ⅜ inch drive ratchet or ratchet with extension as these will sometimes result in breakage of the oil filter cap wrench or the oil filter cap. Always make sure the teeth on the wrench are properly engaged with the tabs on the oil filter cap. To prevent reoccurrence of the problem •Make sure new o-rings are properly lubricated before installing. •Use a torque wrench to install the oil filter cap to no more than 18 ft.lbs (25 N•m). Oil filter drainplug = 9 ft.lbs. (12.5 N•m) * If you think the Motivx tools are too expensive at least consider the following... Do not buy an oil filter cap wrench that is made from cast aluminum. Only buy one that is forged. Do not buy one that is strictly a cap wrench that does not have teeth. Do not buy one that claims to fit all models or even all four cylinders. The 2.0 and 2.5 liter four cylinder engines use the same oil filter cap wrenches as the six and eight cylinder engines use. Only the 1.8 and 1.3 liter engines use a different size oil filter cap and oil filter cap wrench. If the oil filter for your four cylinder vehicle comes with one o-ring instead of two then your vehicle takes the same wrench as a Prius or Corolla (unless it's a six cylinder). If your oil filter comes with two o-rings & a service pipe for draing the fikter then your oil filter cap takes the same wrench as the six and eight cylinder engines. Some companies claim their wrench works for all four cylinders but on the 2.5 liter engines that smaller wrench does not engage the teeth on the wrench to the tabs on the oil filter cap. It may work if your oil filter cap is not stuck but it is a poor choice. They are mislead. For those that don't believe this is a problem... kzfaq.info/get/bejne/jdNdibB60LrbZp8.html

@TommyM818 13 жыл бұрын

@ssalava my housing cap( in 2:01) is extremely tight when i tried to loosen it and was afraid of using all my force. the vid says to be rly careful of scratching it. what should i do? and since its so tight when i tried to loosen the bottom part(the cap) should i be afraid of oil leaking from the top of the housing? i need immediate help! im changing my oil today!

@njsongwriter 4 жыл бұрын

@nobelburger8082 7 жыл бұрын

How many miles your highlander?

@nobelburger8082 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@sunsui725 11 жыл бұрын

What size oil filter wrench did you use? Could you get it at Walmart or auto part stores?

@tubetime39 Жыл бұрын

Same Q here, Have you gotten an answer yet, after 9 years ???

@Qiarae 10 жыл бұрын

What oil filter wrench cap model or size was used to remove the oil filter housing?

@jcmaule70 10 жыл бұрын

found it www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0015PK3AG/ref=oh_details_o03_s00_i01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

@njsongwriter 4 жыл бұрын

The best one with the best reviews is... www.amazon.com/dp/B00XTAGHU0/ref=sspa_dk_detail_0?psc=1&pd_rd_i=B00XTAGHU0&pd_rd_w=bEvcV&pf_rd_p=48d372c1-f7e1-4b8b-9d02-4bd86f5158c5&pd_rd_wg=vO5ta&pf_rd_r=S59XFKX7QTZA8EA0Q9YW&pd_rd_r=a9f840ff-29c6-4bf3-b545-074fa5a25c75&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEzMEtaOUZRVTNFWVhUJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwOTM5NzYxRlZMOVU3QVVVQzVSJmVuY3J5cHRlZEFkSWQ9QTAzOTQ2MjIyWFc3U1A3SFg5UldUJndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3BfZGV0YWlsJmFjdGlvbj1jbGlja1JlZGlyZWN0JmRvTm90TG9nQ2xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ==

@gwalt1 8 жыл бұрын

Thanks.. and War Eagle.

@k2_tech745 6 жыл бұрын

Good video, great details and advice, but the background music is a bit annoying.

@Donkula23 12 жыл бұрын

Shouldn't you change the filter after draining the oil?

@condor5635 5 жыл бұрын

Don2323 - no doesn't matter either way works.

@njsongwriter 4 жыл бұрын

Why not drain both at once?

@MrYoussefbihi 11 жыл бұрын

god bless smart peapole

@danielwilde3922 5 жыл бұрын

Why did you not drain the oil first before replacing oil filter?

@condor5635 Жыл бұрын

Because it doesn’t matter what you do first

@Kevpamluvr 12 жыл бұрын

I cannot tell you how much I appreciate this freaking video...I didn't realize it was something more complex than an eaverage oil change until I went to Wal Mart and they said they couldn't do it because they didn't have the tools! Can you believe that! (it's true last Friday I waited 22 minutes to hear they couldn't work on my vehicle) Now after seeing this I can do it myself and not have to wait or pay 35 dollars. $25 instead cheap ass bitch I am!

@HondaSolutions 14 жыл бұрын

Dealer filter elements are much higher quality than FRAM will ever be. You should be able to get them pretty cheap (a few bucks). Since the dealer filters are made to correct specs as far as flow, micron limitations etc. Your engine will last way longer on the dealer elements. I buy the whole filter for my 3.4 L 4Runner for less than $5 at the local dealer. I just buy 5 at a time. If you are going to own a $30 K car, don't skimp on cheap filters just to save $.50

@thefireman2854 6 жыл бұрын

I buy the WIX elements from an auto parts store. $7 - $9. Racing quality. Have used WIX and Mobil 1 in all my vehicles since 1995. 272k, 245k, and 68k, miles and never a engine oil related failure. ( so far) Every spring and fall Mobil 1 has a $12 rebate on 5qts. Watch for it. Its worth it. Walmart usually has 5qt jugs on sale for $20-$22 at the same time.

@njsongwriter 4 жыл бұрын

How do you know this. They look pretty much the same.

@HondaSolutions 4 жыл бұрын

JackTannehillPromoter %efficacy is much lower with fram vs dealer filters. Just research

@njsongwriter 4 жыл бұрын

@@HondaSolutions Even the Fram Ultra Synthetic filter?

@HondaSolutions 4 жыл бұрын

JackTannehillPromoter I haven’t seen the efficacy results from that. I just know that aftermarket filters are designed for multiple cars. Unlike dealer filters which are designed for one engine. I bet the fram ultra synthetics are more expensive than dealer filters anyway

@ssalava 13 жыл бұрын

5) Tightening the bottom part with the 3/8" socket extension tightened both the canister and the center piece. 6) As @honda523 mentions, the V6 takes 6.4 quarts when replacing the oil filter. That's 6 quarts and almost 13 ounces in case you're wondering about the 0.4. :-) I've always used the upgraded TRD filter, P/N PTR43-00082 on mine.

@njsongwriter 4 жыл бұрын

Yes but if you tighten the oil filter cap assembly using the ⅜ inch extension then everything comes off together eliminating the ability to drain the oil filter cap before removing it. Best to follow the specs... Tighten oil filter cap to 18 lb ft. using the oil filter cap wrench. Tighten the oil filter cap drainplug with the ⅜ inch extension to only 9 lb.ft. per the instructions that come with the OEM Toyota filter.