2012–2015 Toyota Tacoma Oil Type and Capacity

Which Toyota Tacoma model years does this cover?

These oil specifications apply to every Toyota Tacoma built from 2012 through 2015 — the 2nd generation (N250, facelift years), mid-size pickup (regular, access, double cab; 2wd/4wd). Nothing in this specification changes between those model years. Pick your year for the engines it offered, what changed that year, and the problems recorded against it.

What changed during the 2012–2015 Toyota Tacoma

• 2012Facelift year for the 2005–2015 generation: new front end, interior, and Entune head units; mechanical carryover
• 2013Last year of the X-Runner street-performance trim
• 2015Final year of the 2nd generation; TRD Pro trim debuts (265/70R16 with Bilstein suspension)

How many quarts of oil does a 2012–2015 Toyota Tacoma take?

It depends on the engine. The 2.7L 4-cylinder (2TR-FE) takes 6.1 quarts; The 4.0L V6 (1GR-FE) takes 5.5 quarts, all figures include a new filter.

What kind of oil does a 2012–2015 Toyota Tacoma take?

0W-20 meeting API SN / ILSAC GF-5. Other engines in this vehicle may differ; see the table above.

Can you use a different viscosity in a 2012–2015 Toyota Tacoma?

The manufacturer also permits 5W-20 (May be used once if 0W-20 is unavailable; replace with 0W-20 at the next change). Anything outside that list is a decision you are making against the factory specification.

How often does a 2012–2015 Toyota Tacoma need an oil change?

5,000 mi / 6 months, even with 0W-20. Toyota only grants the 10,000-mile interval to engines that require 0W-20; this one merely recommends it.. Short trips, towing, extended idling, and dusty or very cold conditions all put the vehicle on the severe-service side of that interval.

What oil filter does a 2012–2015 Toyota Tacoma take?

The OEM filter is Toyota 90915-YZZG1 (spin-on; superseded to 90915-YZZG2, currently 90915-YZZD1). Common equivalents: Wix 51348, Denso 150-2004, Fram PH4967, Mobil 1 M1-102A.