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2020 Toyota Highlander
30,000 mile service checklist

Here's exactly what your factory maintenance schedule calls for at this mileage — and what each item typically costs.

30,000 mile service

  • Engine oil and filter change — 0W-16/0W-20 full synthetic
  • Tire rotation
  • Replace cabin air filter
  • Replace engine air filter
  • Inspect spark plugs — iridium (3.5L V6: factory interval 120,000 mi per Toyota; 2.4T: inspect at 30k; 2.5L Hybrid: inspect iridium plugs; do not replace at 30k unless fouled)
  • Inspect Toyota WS (World Standard) automatic transmission fluid — 8-speed 8AT on 3.5L V6; inspect color (should be pink-red); Toyota WS is marketed as lifetime but most technicians recommend replacement by 60k-90k
  • Inspect rear differential fluid — AWD models (Torsen-type limited-slip rear diff on non-hybrid; fluid is 75W-90 GL-5 synthetic)
  • Inspect brake fluid condition
  • Inspect all coolant hoses — Toyota SLLC (pink) system

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