Canada - Engine - 0W20 and 5W20 Engine Oil Introduction

Bulletin
TSB2449

Issue Date
2006-08-03

Market
Canada

Title
INTRODUCTION OF 0W20 AND 5W20 ENGINE OIL

Component
GENERAL INFORMATION

Models
All '06 - '07 Applicable Models

INTRODUCTION:
Toyota Motor Corporation manufacturing plants have begun using ILSAC GF--4 engine oil. This engine oil is recommended due to its superiority in terms of fuel economy and engine protection, and because of its benefits for both the customer and the environment. ILSAC GF--4 can be used in all Toyota engines.

NOTE:
- The recommended viscosity grade for this oil differs according to vehicle model. Use the recommended grade specified on the oil filler cap or in the Repair Manual or Owner's Manual for each vehicle.
- For Prius vehicles, refer to TSB No. 2164, "Engine Oil Specifications."

For detailed information on the introduction of this new engine oil, please see Service Marketing Bulletin PSMB2006-29 on Infostream.

APPLICABLE VEHICLES:
- 2006 - 2007 applicable model year Toyota vehicles.






WARRANTY INFORMATION:

RECOMMENDED ENGINE OILS:
ILSAC GF--4 SAE 5W20
This oil has now been certified as a Toyota genuine engine oil and is superior in terms of fuel economy, engine protection, and cold starting performance.

ILSAC GF--4 SAE 0W20
This oil has even better fuel efficiency and cold starting performance than 5W20. Initial application for 0W20 was in the 2006 RAV4 2AZ engine. 0W20 will be used in new engines to be developed.






Engines That Can Use 5W20 and 0W20:

NOTE:
DO NOT use 5W20 and 0W20 oil in vehicles other than those listed above. These low-viscosity oils cannot maintain lubrication effectiveness in engines with older designs, and could result in smoke emissions from the tailpipe and/or unusual engine noise.