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2020 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Fluid Capacities
OEM fluid capacity chart from the factory service manual for the 2020 (2020).
Quick Answer
Air Cond Compressor Oil (Gas/Electric)
7.40 OZS. (0.21 L) — Compressor Oil ND-Oil 11 or equivalent Note: Approximate capacity.
Automatic Transmission Fluid (Gas/Electric)
4.60 QTS. (4.35 L) — TOYOTA Genuine Automatic Transmission Fluid Type WS Note: Using ATF other than "TOYOTA Genuine ATF WS" may cause deterioration in shift quality, locking up of the transmission accompanied by vibration, and ultimately damage the transaxle of the vehicle.
Brake Fluid
— SAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3
Differential Gear Oil (2.5L Eng)
1.80 QTS. (1.7 L) — TOYOTA Genuine Automatic Transmission Fluid Type WS JWS 3324
Engine Coolant (Gas/Electric)
2.00 QTS. (1.89 L) — TOYOTA Super Long Life Coolant or similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrate and non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid organic acid technology Note: DO NOT use plain water alone. The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference.
Engine Oil (2.5L Eng)
4.40 QTS. (4.16 L) — TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. SAE 0W-16 Note: SAE 0W-16 is the best choice for good fuel economy and good starting in cold weather. If SAE 0W-16 is not available, SAE 0W-20 oil may be used. However, it must be replaced with SAE 0W-16 at the next oil change.
Transfer Case Fluid
0.41 QTS. (0.38 L) — TOYOTA Genuine Differential Gear Oil LX SAE 75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent
Differential Gear Oil (4WD)
0.56 QTS. (0.52 L) — TOYOTA Genuine Differential Gear Oil LX SAE 75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent
Notes
- →Approximate capacity.
- →Using ATF other than "TOYOTA Genuine ATF WS" may cause deterioration in shift quality, locking up of the transmission accompanied by vibration, and ultimately damage the transaxle of the vehicle.
- →DO NOT use plain water alone. The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference.
- →SAE 0W-16 is the best choice for good fuel economy and good starting in cold weather. If SAE 0W-16 is not available, SAE 0W-20 oil may be used. However, it must be replaced with SAE 0W-16 at the next oil change.
- →In cold areas where temperatures range below the freezing point, use washer fluid containing antifreeze. Not radiator antifreeze.
This vehicle's factory manual
2020 Toyota Highlander Hybrid: confirm the engine, trim, or drivetrain to open the available repair and diagnosis sections.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What are the fluid capacities for a 2020 Toyota Highlander Hybrid?
- The 2020 Toyota Highlander Hybrid fluid capacities are: Air Cond Compressor Oil (Gas/Electric): 7.40 OZS. (0.21 L) — Compressor Oil ND-Oil 11 or equivalent Note: Approximate capacity., Automatic Transmission Fluid (Gas/Electric): 4.60 QTS. (4.35 L) — TOYOTA Genuine Automatic Transmission Fluid Type WS Note: Using ATF other than "TOYOTA Genuine ATF WS" may cause deterioration in shift quality, locking up of the transmission accompanied by vibration, and ultimately damage the transaxle of the vehicle., Brake Fluid: — SAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3, Differential Gear Oil (2.5L Eng): 1.80 QTS. (1.7 L) — TOYOTA Genuine Automatic Transmission Fluid Type WS JWS 3324, Engine Coolant (Gas/Electric): 2.00 QTS. (1.89 L) — TOYOTA Super Long Life Coolant or similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrate and non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid organic acid technology Note: DO NOT use plain water alone. The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference., Engine Oil (2.5L Eng): 4.40 QTS. (4.16 L) — TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. SAE 0W-16 Note: SAE 0W-16 is the best choice for good fuel economy and good starting in cold weather. If SAE 0W-16 is not available, SAE 0W-20 oil may be used. However, it must be replaced with SAE 0W-16 at the next oil change., Transfer Case Fluid: 0.41 QTS. (0.38 L) — TOYOTA Genuine Differential Gear Oil LX SAE 75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent, Differential Gear Oil (4WD): 0.56 QTS. (0.52 L) — TOYOTA Genuine Differential Gear Oil LX SAE 75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent.
- How much engine oil does a 2020 Toyota Highlander Hybrid take?
- Engine oil capacity depends on the engine and whether the filter is changed. Check the applicable manual for your exact vehicle and service procedure before filling.