2009–2013 Toyota Corolla Oil Change
Exact oil type, capacity, filter part numbers, drain plug size and torque for the 2009–2013 Toyota Corolla with the 2ZR-FE engine, plus the tools you'll need and a step-by-step video.
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Toyota 1.8L 4-cylinder — Corolla 2009–2013
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First Timer Friendly
✅ One of the easiest oil changes you can do. Spin-on filter — no special socket needed. Great first oil change car. Budget 30 minutes your first time.
⚠️ Note: 2014–2019 Corolla switched to the 2ZR-FAE engine with a cartridge filter. If your Corolla is 2014 or newer search for Corolla 2015 for the correct guide.
Specs not yet verified. We're still checking this guide's oil type, capacity, part numbers and torque against the manufacturer's data. Confirm them in your owner's manual before you start.
Oil Type
5W-30 Full Synthetic
Capacity
4.4 quarts (with filter)
Oil Filter
Toyota #90915-YZZB2 | Fram PH4967 | Wix 57060
Engine Code
2ZR-FE
Tools You'll Need
- 14mm drain plug socket or wrench
- Oil filter wrench (standard spin-on 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 DIY Guide — Watch on YouTube ↗
| Drain plug size | 14mm | Torque: 27 ft-lbs |
| Crush washer | Toyota #90430-12031 |
| Filter type | Spin-on — standard filter wrench |
| Filter location | Driver side of engine block, accessible from underneath |
| 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 4.4 quarts this is a compact drain — Oil Pal's sealed lid keeps things clean on the drive to your recycling drop-off.
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