Complete Oil Specifications

Toyota’s owner’s manual for the 2024 Grand Highlander (T24A-FTS) calls for Toyota Genuine Motor Oil or an equivalent ILSAC GF-6A multigrade engine oil, with a recommended viscosity of SAE 0W-20. Oil capacity is 5.6 qt (5.3 L) with the filter and 5.3 qt (5.0 L) without.

Can I Use 5W-20?

Only as a stopgap. Toyota calls SAE 0W-20 the best choice for fuel economy and cold starting. If it isn’t available, SAE 5W-20 may be used, but it must be replaced with 0W-20 at the next oil change.

Checking the Level After a Change

Toyota’s capacity figures are a reference for a drain and refill. After refilling, warm up and turn off the engine, wait about 5 minutes, then check the level on the dipstick.

What We Couldn’t Confirm

• Oil change interval. Toyota publishes it in the separate Warranty & Maintenance Guide rather than this owner’s manual section.
• OEM oil filter part number and drain plug torque. Neither appears in the owner’s manual section used here.

FAQs

What oil does a 2024 Grand Highlander take? Toyota Genuine Motor Oil or an equivalent ILSAC GF-6A multigrade engine oil in SAE 0W-20.

Can I use 5W-20? Only if 0W-20 isn’t available, and it must be replaced with 0W-20 at the next oil change.

How much oil does it hold? 5.6 qt (5.3 L) with the filter; 5.3 qt (5.0 L) without.