2022 Toyota Camry: Oil Capacity, Type, Filter, & More

Quick Answer

The 2022 Toyota Camry takes between 4.8 to 5.7 quarts (4.5 to 5.4 liters) of motor oil, depending on the engine.

• 2.5L 4-Cylinder (A25A-FKS):

  • Capacity: 4.8 quarts (4.5 liters) with filter
  • Recommended Oil: 0W-16 Full Synthetic
  • Oil Spec: API SN PLUS / SP or ILSAC GF-6B
  • OEM Oil Filter: Toyota part number 04152-YZZA6
  • Aftermarket Oil Filter Cross-References:
    • Fram: CH12060
    • Wix: WL10010
    • Mobil 1: M1C-153A

• 3.5L V6 (2GR-FKS):

  • Capacity: 5.7 quarts (5.4 liters) with filter
  • Recommended Oil: 0W-20 Full Synthetic
  • Oil Spec: API SN PLUS / SP or ILSAC GF-6A
  • OEM Oil Filter: Toyota part number 04152-YZZA1
  • Aftermarket Oil Filter Cross-References:
    • Fram: CH10158
    • Wix: WL10000
    • Mobil 1: M1C-151A

Capacity by Engine Option

Toyota specifies full synthetic oil for both engine options in the 2022 Camry. Using the correct viscosity and specification is crucial for engine longevity and performance.

Oil Change Interval

For the 2022 Toyota Camry, Toyota recommends the following oil change intervals:

• Normal Duty: Every 10,000 miles or 12 months, whichever comes first.
• Severe Duty: Every 5,000 miles or 6 months, whichever comes first.

Severe duty conditions include frequent short trips, extensive idling, towing, driving in dusty conditions, or extreme temperatures. If you frequently drive in these conditions, adhering to the severe duty interval is highly recommended to protect your engine.

Drain Plug Torque

The drain plug for the 2022 Toyota Camry generally requires a torque of 30 ft-lbs (41 Nm) for both the 2.5L 4-cylinder and 3.5L V6 engines. Always use a new crush washer with each oil change to ensure a proper seal and prevent leaks. The crush washer is designed to compress and conform to form a tight seal; reusing an old one can lead to leaks.

How to Change the Oil (General Steps)

Changing the oil on your 2022 Toyota Camry is a straightforward process:

1. Warm Up Engine: Drive the car for a few minutes to bring the oil to operating temperature, allowing it to drain more easily.
2. Lift and Secure: Safely raise the front of the vehicle using a jack and secure it with jack stands. Never work under a vehicle supported only by a jack.
3. Locate Drain Plug: Place a suitable oil drain pan under the oil pan. Remove the drain plug with the appropriate wrench, allowing the old oil to drain completely.
4. Replace Drain Plug & Washer: Once the oil has drained, clean the drain plug, install a new crush washer, and hand-tighten the plug before torquing it to specification.
5. Remove Oil Filter: Locate the oil filter housing. Use an oil filter wrench to loosen and remove it. Be prepared for a small amount of oil to drain when removing the filter. Replace the old O-rings on the filter housing cap with the new ones provided with the new filter element.
6. Install New Filter: Install the new oil filter element into the housing and tighten the cap securely, usually to about 18-20 ft-lbs (24-27 Nm) – always verify torque specifications for the filter housing. Lubricate new O-rings with fresh oil before installation.
7. Add New Oil: Lower the vehicle. Remove the oil filler cap and carefully pour in the recommended amount of new, specified motor oil using a funnel.
8. Check Level: Start the engine and let it run for a minute to circulate the new oil. Turn off the engine, wait a few minutes, and then check the oil level using the dipstick. Add more oil if necessary, ensuring it's between the