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May 6, 2002 | 11:10 PM

alexus

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oil

ahem..

how often should i change oil in my car?
how can i check if it's the time now? (i didn't put oil last time so i dont really know)
which brand of oil should i use?

May 6, 2002 | 11:35 PM

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Hmmmm......?

Well it's suppose to be every 3000 to 5000 miles. I just got mine done by the dealership. They say you should shoot for every 3000, but if you get busy and forget, at 5000 you would still be okay! Don't get me to lying about which oil to use, like I said, I took it to the dealership. I think there are threads on this, try looking it up on the search.

May 6, 2002 | 11:38 PM

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i see all kind of threads about oil.. but not the one with recommendation of oil brand.. i might do it at the dealership.. how much did it cost you?

May 6, 2002 | 11:44 PM

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everyone uses mobile one i think. its like 23 bucks for 6 bottle at cosco. good stuff

May 6, 2002 | 11:51 PM

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that's it??

i paid over a $100 to do change oil for my ls400

May 6, 2002 | 11:54 PM

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don't do it at the dealer than. do it yourself take about 15 minutes. don't pay someone to do your stuff man.

May 6, 2002 | 11:57 PM

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Originally posted by a1exus
i see all kind of threads about oil.. but not the one with recommendation of oil brand.. i might do it at the dealership.. how much did it cost you?

Being that is was my first oil change and since it is a CPO vehicle, it was free. But, I know when I go in for my 50,000 service, I'm going to get hit up big time. I really couldn't tell you what the cost is, but the reason I go to the dealership is just in case something happens, it's backed up by a warranty. That way they fix whatever is wrong with it no questions asked. Don't get me wrong, I can handle most things myself, but why bother when you can get it done by someone else and have a warranty?

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May 7, 2002 | 01:20 AM

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OIL!!! who needs OIL , just leave it till the engine doesnt work no more and then go out and buy a new car

May 8, 2002 | 12:15 AM

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Every 2500 miles or 3 months which ever comes first
Royal Purple synthetic oil 5W30
Toyota oil filter. Go to Toyota dealer and ask for oil filter for Avalon. Saves $5