1998 Toyota Corolla Oil pan Bolt size

AMY312003

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1998 TOYOTA COROLLA
4 CYL
FWD
AUTOMATIC
202,000 MILES

What is the correct size wrench/ socket for my car to change the oil in it? Also, it seems to be using oil fast.I don't see any on the ground under it and the oil pan bolt is on tight.

Monday, May 18th, 2009 AT 6:41 PM

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MMPRINCE4000

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Go to autoparts store, obtain correct filter (use a WIX if possible), then look at selection of oil filter removal tools and insert filter to find correct size.
Usually the "cap" type that fit on the bottom are best to remove Toyota filters, use ratchet, extension and correct cap filter removal tool.

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Monday, May 18th, 2009 AT 7:16 PM

AMY312003

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Thanks, but I know how to remove the filter. What I need to know is the oil pan drain plug size TOOL I need to get the oil pan drain plug off, not the filter.

I want to change my own oil, but I do not know the size of the tool I need to buy to get the oil pan drain plug off.

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Tuesday, May 19th, 2009 AT 8:46 AM

MMPRINCE4000

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Toyota oil drain plugs are (generally) 14mm bolt head.

Use a 6pt socket, NEVER use a 12pt.

Call Toyota service/parts and ask, they should be able to tell you.

None of my reference material lists the bolt head size.

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Wednesday, May 20th, 2009 AT 8:55 AM

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