2012–2017 Toyota Camry Oil Change
Exact oil type, capacity, filter part numbers, drain plug size and torque for the 2012–2017 Toyota Camry with the 2AR-FE engine, plus the tools you'll need and a step-by-step video.
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Toyota 2.5L 4-cylinder (2AR-FE)
2012–2017 Camry · 2013–2018 Rav4 · 2014–2019 Highlander
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✅ This engine covers a huge number of popular Toyotas. Cartridge filter on top of the engine — easy access. One of the more straightforward DIY oil changes.
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Oil Type
0W-20 Full Synthetic
Capacity
4.8 quarts (with filter)
Oil Filter
Toyota #04152-YZZA1 | Fram TG4967
Engine Code
2AR-FE
Tools You'll Need
- Oil filter housing cap socket (check your engine — essential)
- 14mm drain plug socket or wrench
- Oil filter wrench (cap socket type)
- Oil drain pan — minimum 2 gallon capacity
- Torque wrench
- New crush washer (Toyota #90430-12031)
- Funnel
- Rags or shop towels
Instructional Video
Video by 1A Auto — Watch on YouTube ↗
| Drain plug size | 14mm | Torque: 27 ft-lbs |
| Crush washer | Toyota #90430-12031 |
| Filter type | Cartridge style |
| Filter location | Top of engine — easy access |
| Oil change interval | 5,000–10,000 miles (full synthetic) or per OEM monitor |
| Oil life reset | Hold trip odometer button with key in ON position. Cycle until maintenance light blinks and resets. |
🛢️ Oil Pal tip: At 4.8 quarts this is a smaller drain — Oil Pal handles it easily and the sealed lid keeps things clean on the drive to recycling.
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