Engine Oil and Filter Change on 2012-2015 Toyota Camry
Step-by-step canister oil filter and oil change on Toyota 2.5L 2AR-FE engine. Mapped specifically for 2012 Toyota Camry SE (2.5L I4 (2AR-FE)).
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Verified compatible with your 2012 Toyota Camry SE (2.5L I4 (2AR-FE))
Toyota Toyota OEM Oil Filter Element (04152-YZZA1)
Compound / Spec matching OEM standard. Highly recommended for DIY replacement.
Drain Old Oil
Locate the 14mm oil pan drain plug. Place a drain pan underneath, unscrew the plug, and let the oil drain completely.
Replace Canister Oil Filter Element
Locate the canister filter housing under the engine. Use a 64mm 14-flute Toyota filter wrench tool to unscrew the plastic housing. Replace the paper filter element and the rubber O-ring. Re-lubricate the O-ring with fresh oil, and torque the housing to 18 ft-lbs.
Refill Engine Oil
Reinstall the oil pan drain plug with a new crush washer. Refill the engine with 4.7 Quarts of 0W-20 Synthetic oil through the oil fill cap.