Hey all, so I have a 2003 Highlander with the thirsty-for-oil 4 cylinder. It burns enough for me to add a quart of oil about every 300 miles or so.

I’m due for an oil change, I do it every 3000 miles because it’s a 200k mile car. I’m wondering if I should even change the oil since it’s always topped off with new stuff, or if I should just change the filter and not worry about the oil.

Any advice is appreciated.

  • 2012amica@alien.topBEnglish
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    10 months ago

    Yes, still do the oil changes. I have a 2003 Camry at 217k doing the same thing. I top it off and monitor the level closely (usually once a week) but I will still do a full drain at 5k max. I actually just did one and wasn’t totally sure how much oil would come out, but was pleasantly surprised there was a lot and it was FILTHY. Sometimes I like to keep it to 4k miles just depending on what my driving habits have been like and for peace of mind.