2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser Oil Type & Capacity
The 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser takes 0W-20 motor oil — 6.4 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
0W-20 — 6.4 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4WD, Automatic T/Case Control | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. SAE 0W-20 or equivalent ILSAC multigrade oil | 6.40 QTS. | 6.00 QTS. | SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Oil is the oil that provides the optimal level of fuel efficiency. If SAE 0W-20 is not available, SAE 5W-20 may be used. However, it must be replaced with SAE 0W-20 at the next oil change. |
| 4WD, Part Time T/Case Control | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. SAE 0W-20 or equivalent ILSAC multigrade oil | 6.40 QTS. | 6.00 QTS. | SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Oil is the oil that provides the optimal level of fuel efficiency. If SAE 0W-20 is not available, SAE 5W-20 may be used. However, it must be replaced with SAE 0W-20 at the next oil change. |
| RWD | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. SAE 0W-20 or equivalent ILSAC multigrade oil | 6.40 QTS. | 6.00 QTS. | SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Oil is the oil that provides the optimal level of fuel efficiency. If SAE 0W-20 is not available, SAE 5W-20 may be used. However, it must be replaced with SAE 0W-20 at the next oil change. |
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2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
9.9 quarts (9.36 L) — TOYOTA Super Long Life Coolant or similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrate and non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid organic acid technology. DO NOT use plain water alone. The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser take?
The 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser takes 0W-20 motor oil (TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. SAE 0W-20 or equivalent ILSAC multigrade oil), per the factory service manual.
How much oil does a 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser take?
The 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser holds 6.4 quarts with a filter change, or 6.0 quarts without changing the filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser?
Yes. 0W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.