How much engine oil should be added to the new Highlander 2.0t?
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The new Highlander 2.0t requires 4.6 liters of engine oil. The specific amount of oil to be added can be determined based on the vehicle's user manual and the actual remaining oil level in the engine. Methods for measuring engine oil: 1. Park the vehicle on a flat surface and turn off the engine before measuring; 2. After the engine has cooled to normal temperature, open the hood and pull out the dipstick to measure; 3. Wipe the dipstick clean, reinsert it, then pull it out again to observe the oil level height. The new Highlander is a mid-size SUV under Toyota, with a body length of 4890 mm, width of 1925 mm, height of 1720 mm, and a wheelbase of 2790 mm. In terms of suspension, the new Highlander uses a MacPherson independent front suspension and an E-type multi-link independent rear suspension.
My new Highlander 2.0T just had its oil changed last week at the dealership. The service guy told me this generation's engine has changed its appetite—it now requires full synthetic 0W-20 oil. A 4-liter jug isn't enough, so we had to open two additional 1-liter bottles. The mechanic specifically showed me the maintenance manual, which states that 6.3 liters is the safest amount when replacing the oil filter. At first, I was puzzled why it needed more than the old model, but then I realized the new turbocharged engine has a different cylinder block design. He suggested adding 6 liters first, letting the engine idle for 5 minutes, then turning it off and waiting 3 minutes before checking the dipstick. If it's not enough, slowly top it up—it's better to underfill than overfill.
