Oil change instructions needed

2012 TOYOTA YARIS
200,000 MILES • 1.5L • 4 CYL • AUTOMATIC
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SKOOTER24
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I'm trying to change the oil on the vehicle listed above and I'm trying to find the repair manual instructions.
Mar 3, 2021 at 8:52 PM
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DANNY L
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Hello, I'm Danny.

Here is the information you requested. This is a tutorial for you to view on how to change engine oil and the filter:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-change-engine-oil-and-filter

I've attached picture steps below on how to change the engine oil and filter on your vehicle. Hope this helps and thanks for using 2CarPros.
Mar 3, 2021 at 11:01 PM
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SKOOTER24
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What kind of drain gasket goes on?
Mar 4, 2021 at 5:44 AM
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DANNY L
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Hello again.

You can find it at your local auto parts store to save money instead of going to a Toyota dealership. The drain plug is size M12. I've attached a picture below from AutoZone auto parts of what it looks like. Hope this helps and thanks for using 2CarPros.

Danny-
Mar 4, 2021 at 2:08 PM
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SKOOTER24
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Is that 2 different kinds and does it matter how it goes on?
Mar 4, 2021 at 2:30 PM
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DANNY L
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Hello again.

That was just a picture from an assortment pack. Any M12 drain plug gasket will work. If the gasket has ridges then put the flat side towards the oil pan. Just be sure to not overtighten the drain plug to prevent stripping. Hope this helps and thanks for using 2CarPros.

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Mar 4, 2021 at 2:42 PM
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SKOOTER24
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What's the blue teflon washer from the dealer is it better for it.
Mar 4, 2021 at 2:54 PM
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DANNY L
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Hello again.

They all work the same. You will just be spending more money to buy one from the dealer. Hope this helps and thanks again for using 2CarPros.

Danny-
Mar 4, 2021 at 3:08 PM
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SKOOTER24
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Thank you and you're right I'm going the cheaper way.
Mar 4, 2021 at 3:09 PM
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DANNY L
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You're welcome!

Thanks for using 2CarPros and we hope you will use our site again when needed.

Danny-
Mar 4, 2021 at 3:14 PM
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