Oil change intervals.......every 5k?

[09SILVASE]

According to the scheduled maintanance manual and what the tech told me oil should be changed every 5000 miles. I still don't know about that as I'm so used to changing oil every 3000miles. I got my Camry with 12 miles on it so oil change intervals I'm a little anal about.

Regarding oil weights, manual says 0w-20 or 5w-20. I plan to use synthetic(like Amsoil) for the first change. What synthetic oil do you like to use?

[desentrix]

This is a repeat thread so I'll summarize.

-oil/automotive quality has improved, so the traditional 3000 is now 5000 plus its easier to keep track of.

-After 5000, many people who switch to synthetic prefer to use Mobil 1. Use whatever oil weight you need according to your weather conditions.

[njerald]

Originally Posted by 09SILVASE

According to the scheduled maintanance manual and what the tech told me oil should be changed every 5000 miles. I still don't know about that as I'm so used to changing oil every 3000miles. I got my Camry with 12 miles on it so oil change intervals I'm a little anal about.

Regarding oil weights, manual says 0w-20 or 5w-20. I plan to use synthetic(like Amsoil) for the first change. What synthetic oil do you like to use?

None, new 5w20 dino oil every 5,000 miles.

[TRD VVTi]

Every 5,000 miles is correct.

Mobil 1.

This thread will be repeated again within 3 days...

[09SILVASE]

So sorry about that. I should've done a search as that is what I always do before starting a thread. I posted without thinking about doing a search first.

[JSM1284]

5,000 has been Toyota's interval since the 80's

[diycamry]

This kind of info should be a sticky thread.

Or maybe it already is...

[TRD VVTi]

Originally Posted by 09SILVASE

So sorry about that. I should've done a search as that is what I always do before starting a thread. I posted without thinking about doing a search first.

Don't sweat it. Some of use just like to harrass the newbs.

Another newb actually used the search, then dragged up a thread that was 16 months old.

Welcome to the Funny Farm/ToyotaNation.

[phuangk]

Originally Posted by TRD VVTi

Another newb actually used the search, then dragged up a thread that was 16 months old.

Welcome to the Funny Farm/ToyotaNation.

lol, i saw that.. I'll give him a -->
Welcome to TN!~

[diycamry]

Originally Posted by 09SILVASE

So sorry about that. I should've done a search as that is what I always do before starting a thread. I posted without thinking about doing a search first.

Don't worry about it, I've posted without searching because I was lazy. I'll be honest.

[smilepak]

http://3000milemyth.org/

Needing to change your car’s oil at 3,000 miles is a myth. Many cars today can go longer without affecting engine wear. Automakers are regularly recommending oil changes at 5,000, 7,000 or even 10,000 miles based on driving conditions.
Yet research conducted by the California Integrated Waste Management Board (CIWMB) shows that nearly three-quarters of Californian drivers change their motor oil more often than automaker recommendations. Following the 3,000 mile myth generates millions of gallons of waste oil every year which can pollute California’s natural resources.
Do your part to help keep California green. Always check your vehicle’s user manual for guidelines on when to change your oil. It will save you money, time and help the environment too. And that’s a change we can all get behind.

[DrewsCam]

i tried to change mine today but lost to the oil filter, sry im at 3k miles its been over 6 months so i think its time

[Tek]

If your are is brand new, change it at 1,500 miles, then 5,000 miles. During the engine break-in period the oil gets dirty quick.

My car has 300 miles on it and I plan to do a 1,500 change to Mobil 1 and then 5,000, then 5,000 intervals after that.

[b0r1cha]

Originally Posted by Tek

If your are is brand new, change it at 1,500 miles, then 5,000 miles. During the engine break-in period the oil gets dirty quick.

My car has 300 miles on it and I plan to do a 1,500 change to Mobil 1 and then 5,000, then 5,000 intervals after that.

thats wat the dealer told my friend with a g35 to do but i was wondering why my dealer when i bought the camry didnt mention anything about it.

[Archosman]

The dealer that I go to always puts the sticker change at 3000 miles. I do it at 5000...