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2020 Toyota Corolla maintenance schedule

2.0L 4-cylinder (169 hp) or 1.8L 4-cylinder hybrid (121 hp system)LLESEMSRP $20,025

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Full service timeline

MileageService itemsDetails
5k mi
  • Engine oil and filter change (0W-20 full synthetic)
  • Tire rotation
  • Inspect brake pads, rotors, and brake lines
  • Inspect all fluid levels (coolant, brake, power steering, washer)
10k mi
  • Engine oil and filter change (0W-20 full synthetic)
  • Tire rotation
  • Inspect and adjust all fluid levels
  • Check wiper blades
15k mi
  • Engine oil and filter change (0W-20 full synthetic)
  • Tire rotation
  • Replace cabin air filter
  • Inspect brake system
  • Inspect and lubricate chassis
30k mi
  • Engine oil and filter change (0W-20 full synthetic)
  • Tire rotation
  • Replace engine air filter
  • Inspect drive belts (serpentine)
  • Inspect fuel lines and vapor canister
  • Inspect exhaust pipes and mountings
  • Rotate and inspect tires
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60k mi
  • Engine oil and filter change (0W-20 full synthetic)
  • Tire rotation
  • Replace cabin air filter
  • Replace engine air filter
  • Inspect and replace spark plugs if needed (iridium plugs standard; inspect at 60k)
  • Inspect drive belts for wear and cracking
  • Inspect ball joints and steering linkage
  • Inspect brake lines and hoses
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90k mi
  • Engine oil and filter change (0W-20 full synthetic)
  • Tire rotation
  • Replace spark plugs (iridium, factory interval is 120k but inspect and replace if fouled)
  • Replace engine coolant (Super Long Life Coolant — first change at 100k, then every 50k)
  • Inspect and replace serpentine drive belt if worn
  • Inspect differential fluid (AWD variants)
  • Inspect brake caliper slide pins and hardware
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120k mi
  • Engine oil and filter change (0W-20 full synthetic)
  • Tire rotation
  • Replace spark plugs (iridium — Toyota factory spec 120k interval)
  • Replace engine coolant (Super Long Life Coolant)
  • Replace brake fluid (DOT 3)
  • Inspect and replace serpentine belt if not already done
  • Inspect CVT fluid (LE/SE/XSE with CVT) — replace if dark or burnt-smelling
  • Full brake system service (flush, inspect calipers, hardware)
  • Inspect all suspension bushings and ball joints
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