1999 Toyota 4Runner Oil Type & Capacity
The 1999 Toyota 4Runner oil type depends on the engine: the Base, 4WD takes 5W-30 (5.7 quarts qt with filter); the Base, RWD, Automatic takes 5W-30 (5.7 quarts qt with filter); the Base, RWD, Standard takes 5W-30 (5.7 quarts qt with filter); the Limited, 2.7 M takes 5W-30 (5.7 quarts qt with filter); the Limited, 3.4 N, 4WD takes 5W-30 (5.5 quarts qt with filter); the Limited, 3.4 N, RWD takes 5W-30 (5.5 quarts qt with filter); the SR5, 2.7 M takes 5W-30 (5.7 quarts qt with filter); the SR5, 3.4 N, 4WD, Automatic takes 5W-30 (5.5 quarts qt with filter); the SR5, 3.4 N, 4WD, Standard takes 5W-30 (5.5 quarts qt with filter); the SR5, 3.4 N, RWD takes 5W-30 (5.5 quarts qt with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- Base, 4WD: 5W-30, 5.7 quarts with filter
- Base, RWD, Automatic: 5W-30, 5.7 quarts with filter
- Base, RWD, Standard: 5W-30, 5.7 quarts with filter
- Limited, 2.7 M: 5W-30, 5.7 quarts with filter
- Limited, 3.4 N, 4WD: 5W-30, 5.5 quarts with filter
- Limited, 3.4 N, RWD: 5W-30, 5.5 quarts with filter
- SR5, 2.7 M: 5W-30, 5.7 quarts with filter
- SR5, 3.4 N, 4WD, Automatic: 5W-30, 5.5 quarts with filter
- SR5, 3.4 N, 4WD, Standard: 5W-30, 5.5 quarts with filter
- SR5, 3.4 N, RWD: 5W-30, 5.5 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base, 4WD — 2.7L Eng | SAE 5W-30 | 5.70 QTS. | 5.00 QTS. | — |
| Base, RWD, Automatic — 2.7L Eng | SAE 5W-30 | 5.70 QTS. | 5.00 QTS. | — |
| Base, RWD, Standard — 2.7L Eng | SAE 5W-30 | 5.70 QTS. | 5.00 QTS. | — |
| Limited, 2.7 M — 2.7L Eng | SAE 5W-30 | 5.70 QTS. | 5.00 QTS. | — |
| Limited, 3.4 N, 4WD — 3.4L Eng | SAE 5W-30 | 5.50 QTS. | 5.20 QTS. | — |
| Limited, 3.4 N, RWD — 3.4L Eng | SAE 5W-30 | 5.50 QTS. | 5.20 QTS. | — |
| SR5, 2.7 M — 2.7L Eng | SAE 5W-30 | 5.70 QTS. | 5.00 QTS. | — |
| SR5, 3.4 N, 4WD, Automatic — 3.4L Eng | SAE 5W-30 | 5.50 QTS. | 5.20 QTS. | — |
| SR5, 3.4 N, 4WD, Standard — 3.4L Eng | SAE 5W-30 | 5.50 QTS. | 5.20 QTS. | — |
| SR5, 3.4 N, RWD — 3.4L Eng | SAE 5W-30 | 5.50 QTS. | 5.20 QTS. | — |
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Coolant capacity
10.6 quarts (10.03 L) — TOYOTA Long Life Coolant or equivalent. DO NOT use alcohol type antifreeze or plain water alone.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 1999 Toyota 4Runner take?
It depends on the engine: Base, 4WD uses 5W-30; Base, RWD, Automatic uses 5W-30; Base, RWD, Standard uses 5W-30; Limited, 2.7 M uses 5W-30; Limited, 3.4 N, 4WD uses 5W-30; Limited, 3.4 N, RWD uses 5W-30; SR5, 2.7 M uses 5W-30; SR5, 3.4 N, 4WD, Automatic uses 5W-30; SR5, 3.4 N, 4WD, Standard uses 5W-30; SR5, 3.4 N, RWD uses 5W-30.
What is the oil capacity of a 1999 Toyota 4Runner?
Oil capacity depends on the engine: Base, 4WD holds 5.7 quarts with filter; Base, RWD, Automatic holds 5.7 quarts with filter; Base, RWD, Standard holds 5.7 quarts with filter; Limited, 2.7 M holds 5.7 quarts with filter; Limited, 3.4 N, 4WD holds 5.5 quarts with filter; Limited, 3.4 N, RWD holds 5.5 quarts with filter; SR5, 2.7 M holds 5.7 quarts with filter; SR5, 3.4 N, 4WD, Automatic holds 5.5 quarts with filter; SR5, 3.4 N, 4WD, Standard holds 5.5 quarts with filter; SR5, 3.4 N, RWD holds 5.5 quarts with filter.
How often should I change the oil in my 1999 Toyota 4Runner?
Most 1999 Toyota 4Runner owners follow a 5,000–7,500 mile interval with conventional oil, or up to 10,000 miles with full synthetic. Always check the oil life monitor if equipped, and consult your owner's manual — Toyota recommends intervals based on driving conditions, not just mileage.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 1999 Toyota 4Runner?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 1999 Toyota 4Runner. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.