Every major interval and common OEM part for the 2016–2023 Tacoma—both the 3.5L V6 (2GR-FKS) and the 2.7L four-cylinder (2TR-FE). Built for owners who tow, off-road, or put real miles on a midsize truck. The two engines use different oil filters, air filters, and spark plugs, so this guide keeps them separate. Bookmark it or track it in Carmainty.
Quick reference
Toyota still wants a look every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) / 6 months. Oil on many 3.5L trucks lands near 10k under normal use—tow/dust/heat owners should stay closer to 5k. 4WD-only items are flagged in the notes column.
| Interval | Service item | Notes & Toyota OEM |
|---|---|---|
| Every 5,000 mi (8,000 km) / 6 mo | Inspect fluids · tire rotation · brake check | Rotate front-to-back · inspect pads and rotors |
| Every 5–10k mi (8–16k km) | Engine oil & filter | V6: 04152-YZZA1 · I4: 90915-YZZD1 · gasket 12157-10010 |
| Every 15,000 mi (24,000 km) | Cabin air filter | 88508-04010 |
| Every 15,000 mi (24,000 km) (4WD) | Propeller shaft lube | Re-torque bolts per manual (often ~30k) |
| Every 30,000 mi (48,000 km) | Engine air filter | V6: 17801-0P100 · I4: 17801-0C040 |
| Every 30,000 mi (48,000 km) (4WD) | Front / rear differential & transfer case | Confirm gear oil / ATF spec by VIN |
| 60,000 mi (96,000 km) (V6) | Spark plugs | 90919-01263 · qty 6 |
| Per manual (I4) | Spark plugs | 90919-01287 · qty 4 · longer interval |
| 60,000 mi (96,000 km) | Brake fluid replacement | Confirm spec by VIN |
| Inspect at 60,000 mi (96,000 km) | Automatic transmission fluid | Confirm fluid by VIN · severe use: replace earlier |
| ~100,000 mi (160,000 km) | Engine coolant | 00272-SLLC2 · SLLC pink |
Engine-specific — don’t mix up your parts
Two engines, two sets of filters and plugs. The 3.5L V6 uses a cartridge-style oil filter element and six direct-injection plugs; the 2.7L I4 uses a spin-on filter and four plugs. Order by engine, then confirm by VIN.
SR5 · TRD Sport · TRD Off-Road · Limited · TRD Pro
04152-YZZA112157-1001017801-0P10090919-01263 ×688508-0401000272-SLLC2Direct-injection V6—plugs often due around 60,000 miles (96,000 km). 04152-YZZA1 supersedes 04152-31090.
Access Cab / Double Cab 4-cylinder trucks — confirm by VIN
90915-YZZD112157-1001017801-0C04090919-01287 ×488508-0401000272-SLLC2Spin-on filter. Also listed as 90915-YZZG2 on some supersession chains—do not use the older 4.0L 90915-YZZD3.
Detailed schedule
Expand each item for OEM numbers, capacities, and owner notes. Always confirm fitment for your year, engine, and drivetrain.
Every 5,000–10,000 miles (8,000–16,000 km) / 6–12 months
3.5L V6 (2GR-FKS) typically uses 0W-20 with about 6.2 qt (5.9 L) including filter. 2.7L I4 uses a different filter—don’t mix them.
Normal-use charts often show oil near 10,000 miles (16,000 km) / 12 months with inspections every 5,000 / 6 months. Towing, dusty trails, short trips, and heavy loads count as severe use—drop to 5,000 miles (8,000 km).
04152-YZZA12016–2023 3.5L 2GR-FKS cartridge element. Supersedes 04152-31090.
90915-YZZD12.7L 2TR-FE spin-on. Also listed as 90915-YZZG2 on some supersession chains—do not use the older 4.0L 90915-YZZD3.
12157-10010Replace every oil change.
Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km)
Rotate front-to-back and inspect brakes. Off-road and towing accelerate uneven wear—especially on 4WD.
Check for sidewall cuts and punctures after trail use, and keep tread depths matched front-to-rear on 4WD trucks to protect the transfer case and differentials.
Every 15,000 miles (24,000 km)
Replace the cabin filter on schedule. 4WD models also lube the propeller shaft and re-torque bolts at the intervals in the manual (often ~30k for re-torque).
Dusty trails and gravel roads clog the cabin filter quickly—replace earlier if airflow drops or you smell dust when you turn on the fan.
88508-04010Common 3rd-gen cabin element.
Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km)
Replace the engine air filter sooner if you wheeze through dust. V6 and I4 use different elements. 4WD: front/rear differential and transfer case fluids matter—ATF WS is often specified for the transfer case; gear oil for diffs. Confirm viscosities in the manual.
17801-0P1003.5L 2GR-FKS airbox. Supersedes 17801-0S020.
17801-0C0402.7L 2TR-FE only—different from the V6 element.
Every 60,000 miles (96,000 km) (V6)
Direct-injection 2GR-FKS plugs are often due at 60k—shorter than some older Toyota V6s. Qty 6, iridium. The 2.7L I4 uses a different plug and longer interval—verify in the manual.
90919-01263DENSO FK20HBR8 · torque ~13 lb-ft · qty 6.
90919-012872.7L only · qty 4 · confirm gap/torque in the manual.
60,000 miles (96,000 km) / 2–3 years
Brake fluid absorbs moisture, which lowers its boiling point—a real problem on long descents and when towing. Inspect fluid color at every oil change and replace by time, not just mileage.
Inspect pads and rotors at every tire rotation; towing, off-road driving, and heavy payloads accelerate wear. Brake fluid and pad part numbers aren’t listed here—confirm by VIN before ordering.
Inspect 60,000 miles (96,000 km)
Toyota’s fill is marketed as long-life, but towing, mountain driving, and heat shorten that sharply. Inspect fluid color and smell around 60,000 miles (96,000 km); if it’s dark or burnt, service it. Confirm fluid type and capacity by VIN.
~100,000 miles (160,000 km)
Toyota SLLC pink coolant. After the first long interval, subsequent flushes are often shorter—follow the maintenance guide.
Inspect hoses, clamps, and the radiator at every oil change. Don’t mix SLLC with green conventional coolant.
00272-SLLC2Pink 50/50 typical.
If you actually use your truck
Toyota’s normal chart assumes light, mostly highway driving. Towing, hauling, off-road use, dust, mud, deep water crossings, and short stop-and-go trips are all severe service—and Tacomas get used that way constantly. This is where the schedule tightens up.
4WD trucks add front and rear differentials, a transfer case, and a propeller shaft to the service list. They’re sealed and out of sight, which makes them easy to forget—and expensive to ignore.
Master reference
| Service | Toyota OEM | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Oil filter (V6) | 04152-YZZA1 | 3.5L cartridge · supersedes 04152-31090 |
| Oil filter (I4) | 90915-YZZD1 | 2.7L spin-on · not YZZD3 · alt. 90915-YZZG2 |
| Drain gasket | 12157-10010 | Every oil change |
| Engine air (V6) | 17801-0P100 | 3.5L · supersedes 17801-0S020 |
| Engine air (I4) | 17801-0C040 | 2.7L |
| Cabin filter | 88508-04010 | 3rd gen common |
| Spark plugs V6 (×6) | 90919-01263 | DENSO FK20HBR8 · often due ~60k |
| Spark plugs I4 (×4) | 90919-01287 | 2.7L only |
| Coolant | 00272-SLLC2 | SLLC pink |
| Front / rear diff fluid (4WD) | Confirm by VIN | Gear oil viscosity per manual |
| Transfer case fluid (4WD) | Confirm by VIN | ATF WS often specified |
| Automatic transmission fluid | Confirm by VIN | Type and capacity per manual |
| Brake fluid | Confirm by VIN | Replace every 2–3 years |
| Oil viscosity | 0W-20 synthetic | Typical · V6 ~6.1–6.2 qt (~5.8–5.9 L) |
The real math
Neglected diff/transfer case → driveline rebuild
Vs. fluid services a few hundred dollars
$2,500–$5,000+
Dusty air filter ignored → engine wear
Vs. a $30 element
Thousands in premature wear
Overdue DI plugs → misfires / coil damage
Vs. a 6-plug set at 60k
$800–$2,000+
Wrong oil filter for engine → leaks or oil starvation
Vs. ordering 04152-YZZA1 (V6) vs 90915-YZZD1 (I4) correctly
Engine damage
Overheated ATF while towing → transmission failure
Vs. an earlier fluid service
$3,500–$6,000+
People also ask
Many normal-use charts show oil near 10,000 miles (16,000 km) / 12 months, with inspections every 5,000 / 6 months. Towing, dust, and short trips push you toward 5,000-mile oil changes.
04152-YZZA1 is the common cartridge element for 2016–2023 3.5L trucks. The 2.7L uses spin-on 90915-YZZD1 (not the older 4.0L 90915-YZZD3).
Often at 60,000 miles (96,000 km) on the 2GR-FKS. OEM 90919-01263, quantity 6. The 2.7L uses 90919-01287 (qty 4).
3.5L V6: 17801-0P100 (supersedes 17801-0S020). 2.7L I4: 17801-0C040. Replace about every 30,000 miles (48,000 km), or sooner on dusty roads.
Toyota PN 88508-04010 is the common 3rd-gen cabin element. Replace about every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or annually; sooner if you drive dusty trails.
Toyota PN 12157-10010 for both the 3.5L V6 and 2.7L I4. Replace it at every oil change.
Yes. 4WD adds front and rear differential, transfer case, and propeller-shaft service. Inspect diffs and transfer case about every 30,000 miles (48,000 km), and sooner after towing or water crossings. Confirm fluid spec by VIN.
Yes. Towing counts as severe service: shorter oil intervals (around 5,000 miles (8,000 km)), earlier transmission and driveline fluid services, and more frequent brake inspections. Confirm intervals in your manual’s severe-service chart.
Toyota Super Long Life Coolant (pink), Toyota PN 00272-SLLC2, typically replaced around 100,000 miles (160,000 km). Do not mix with green conventional coolant.
Yes—Carmainty lets you log mileage, set reminders for each interval on this page, attach receipts, and track multiple vehicles. Free to download on the App Store and Google Play.