2023 Toyota RAV4 LE AWD: 1000 Miles Break In Oil Change

Is 1000 mile break in oil change still valid for a modern new vehicle? Well, I do not have the answer for that, but I just want to do it just like for all my other new cars, for peace of mind and to learn how to change oil for my new 2023 Toyota RAV4 LE AWD.

[josephroyer]

I also have a 2023 rav4 non hybrid. I changed oil at 1k miles. Glad i did it. Oil was still very clear but in the sun shown lots of super fine bearing material.
3k miles later the next oil change was still clear oil and no sign of grit or anything.
Nothing wrong with preventative maintenance.

[paulboden]

I got the exact same 2023 Rav4. Just did the 1st oil change at 2k.
Appreciate your video showing how easy it is to do.

[jyo]

Keep preaching your religion! I did my first oil change at 500 miles on my 2021 4Runner. I never used the dealership to change it since I've heard too many horror stories. I'm sticking to a 5k interval on oil changes.

[callmej]

I am a believer in the same “car religion” so good job dude…

[peter]

I agree with you, it was the right time to change the oil and filter, and I also agree with the 5, 000 mile or 6 months oil change the minimum factory spec of 10k is far to long... Good job you look after your car the way you want not what other people think you should do...

[DrDonWario_MD]

I miss my 2014 Rav. Sold in 2022, 146, 000 miles and zero issues.

[carnutal]

Great video but one correction on your technique. After adding the oil start the engine for a couple minutes to circulate the oil and fill up the oil filter. Shut off the engine and check the level. If you’re on jackstands better to take the car to a level spot to do this. Nice job on the video. I’ve been maintaining my own cars for over 50 years.

[jpdoc]

I asked my service advisor for oil change on my complimentary maintenance at 1k miles😊👍

[mshawmi]

I have a 2023 RAV4 and I change my own oil. On a different channel they showed how to make a perfect oil funnel for the RAV4! Take a 2 liter pop bottle and cut it in half, wipe it dry and you are done. Take the oil cap off and nestles into the foam sound damper perfectly without rocking! No need to hold it while adding oil!

[brucewayne]

always warm your car up a few minutes before checking the dipstick for accuracy, then top off as needed. I agree to never overfill, stop just over 4 quarts and add if needed.👍

[haroldsantos]

Man this is a perfect example of how to properly maintain your car, im not a profesional mechanic but im a DIY person as well and i do a lot of research and learned a lot from @thecarcarenut he's a master toyota/lexus technician (mechanic) and he explains why is so important to do the first oil change at 1k miles and even shows the metal particles in the filter, so people if you guys want your engine to last long skip the dealership free maintenance that comes with the car and do it yourself or go to your trusted mechanic and do your maintenance, just take your car to the dealer for a mayor repair/warranty job that's just my opinion.

[athiestyou]

there is an engineer in oil research that recommends early oil changes. he shows oil test results on daughters new corolla for first couple oil changes
and shows the change in the contamination over time. I change mine every 3 k miles

[jonhansen]

I did basically the same thing with our new RAV4Limited Hybrid. Changed the oil @ 1, 500 miles, and changed it again @ 5, 000. I tore the filter apart the first time & the filter media looked perfect. I plan on 5, 000 OCI from now on like I do with all of our vehicles.

[MrSkeptical]

Nice video showing the procedure!👍
FYI, no need to lube the Oil filter Gasket with oil as Toyota Oil Filters come "Pre Lubed" with a grease from the factory. The reason why newToyota Oil Filters come with that plastic wrap covering the Gasket is to keep that grease intact 😉

[johnmatthews]

Good thinking! Years ago I had bought a VW TYpe 2 Bus and the initial oil change was set at 700 miles. I had the first change done at 612 miles. This VW Type 2 was the first year having the later design 1600 cc engine with an oil filter. The dealer did the change but VW must have known that the oil would need that initial change.The transmission oil was changed at the same time. Oil capacity for the engine with the spin-on oil filter was 3.5 liters (just under 3.5 quarts.) After that oil changes were at 3000 miles and the filter at every 6000 miles.

[jameskarl]

Good video. I’ll admit I didn’t watch the last 2 minutes or so, but a few things I usually do on a break in change is let it drain for 4 hours or so. This will allow the oil to come out of the passages and you’ll get more. Also if you can’t prefill the filter (like a side mounted one) then make sure you crank it for 5 seconds or so in “clear flood” mode to prime the filter. This is also a good time to inspect for leaks. Also on a break in change, after letting all the oil drain, pour a quart through the engine. This will help flush out any metal at the bottom of the pan that’s just hanging out there…

[TommyG]

I've done this with every new car I've had, smart man .

[vincentkowski]

1K new engine oil change - a very wise man. These new motors have super tight tolerances which means more initial break in wear. Your new motor thanks you even though many will disagree.

[marcusparis]

Shavings were caught in the filter. We also did 1, 000 mile break in for the RAV4. Good peace of mind.

[sptrader]

I'm a car nut and I changed my 2021 Rav4 oil at 1200, 3k, and every 4k after that. The car ran smooth and quiet (and pretty quick). Good job.