2026 Toyota 4Runner maintenance schedule
Every service on the 2026 4Runner, with its interval and an estimated cost.
GarageHub estimates the 2026 Toyota 4Runner oil change interval at every 10,000 mi or 12 months, whichever comes first (estimated cost $70-$120); this is not the manufacturer's figure, so check your owner's manual.
Service intervals
From the 2026 Toyota 4Runner schedule. Rows marked “GarageHub estimate” are not taken from the manufacturer's maintenance schedule. Check your owner's manual for those.
| Service | Every | Est. Cost | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Oil & Filter (2.4L turbo)GarageHub estimateSafety itemGuide How to Change Your Oil · The engine oil system: what every part does | 10,000 mi / 12 mo≈ 16,000 km / 12 mo | $70-$120 | |
| Tire Rotation (2.4L turbo)GarageHub estimateGuide How to Rotate Your Tires at Home · How to Choose and Use a Torque Wrench | 5,000 mi / 6 mo≈ 8,000 km / 6 mo | $25-$50 | |
| Engine Air Filter (2.4L turbo)GarageHub estimateGuide How to Replace Your Air Filter (Engine & Cabin) | 30,000 mi / 36 mo≈ 48,000 km / 36 mo | $30-$65 | |
| Cabin Air Filter (2.4L turbo)GarageHub estimateGuide How to Replace Your Cabin Air Filter | 30,000 mi / 36 mo≈ 48,000 km / 36 mo | $25-$55 | |
| Spark Plugs (2.4L turbo)GarageHub estimateGuide How to Change Spark Plugs · How to Choose and Use a Torque Wrench | 40,000 mi / 48 mo≈ 64,000 km / 48 mo | $150-$300 | |
| Engine Coolant (2.4L turbo)GarageHub estimateGuide How to Flush Your Coolant System | 100,000 mi / 120 mo≈ 161,000 km / 120 mo | $120-$240 | |
| Brake Fluid (inspect level/condition) (2.4L turbo)GarageHub estimateGuide How to Bleed Brakes (and Change Brake Fluid) | 5,000 mi / 6 mo≈ 8,000 km / 6 mo | — | |
| Brake Inspection (2.4L turbo)GarageHub estimateSafety itemGuide How to Change Brake Pads: Step-by-Step Guide | 5,000 mi / 6 mo≈ 8,000 km / 6 mo | — | |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid (inspect) (2.4L turbo)GarageHub estimateGuide How to Change Transmission Fluid | 30,000 mi / 36 mo≈ 48,000 km / 36 mo | — | |
| Rear Differential Fluid (inspect) (2.4L turbo)GarageHub estimateGuide How to Change Differential Fluid (Rear Axle and Front 4x4) | 15,000 mi / 18 mo≈ 24,000 km / 18 mo | — | |
| Front Differential Fluid (inspect) (2.4L turbo)GarageHub estimateGuide How to Change Differential Fluid (Rear Axle and Front 4x4) | 15,000 mi / 18 mo≈ 24,000 km / 18 mo | — | |
| Transfer Case Fluid (inspect) (2.4L turbo)GarageHub estimateGuide How to Change Transfer Case Fluid (4x4 and AWD) | 30,000 mi / 36 mo≈ 48,000 km / 36 mo | — | |
| Propeller Shaft Bolts & Boots (2.4L turbo)GarageHub estimate | 15,000 mi / 18 mo≈ 24,000 km / 18 mo | — | |
| Drive Belt Inspection (2.4L turbo)GarageHub estimateGuide How to Replace a Serpentine Belt | 60,000 mi / 72 mo≈ 97,000 km / 72 mo | — | |
| Vacuum Pump for Brake Booster (inspect) (2.4L turbo)GarageHub estimate | 120,000 mi / 144 mo≈ 193,000 km / 144 mo | — | |
| Engine Oil & Filter (2.4L turbo Hybrid)Safety itemi-FORCE MAX: every 10,000 mi / 12 months; SAE 0W-20 ILSAC GF-6A. Severe (mainly dirt or dusty roads): every 5,000 mi / 6 months. Capacity with filter 5.9 qt (5.6 L); without 5.6 qt (5.3 L).Guide How to Change Your Oil · The engine oil system: what every part does | 10,000 mi / 12 mo≈ 16,000 km / 12 mo | $70-$120 | |
| Tire Rotation (2.4L turbo Hybrid)Every 5,000 mi / 6 months.Guide How to Rotate Your Tires at Home · How to Choose and Use a Torque Wrench | 5,000 mi / 6 mo≈ 8,000 km / 6 mo | $25-$50 | |
| Engine Air Filter (2.4L turbo Hybrid)Replace every 30,000 mi / 36 months; severe (dirt roads): inspect every 5,000 mi.Guide How to Replace Your Air Filter (Engine & Cabin) | 30,000 mi / 36 mo≈ 48,000 km / 36 mo | $30-$65 | |
| Cabin Air Filter (2.4L turbo Hybrid)Replace every 30,000 mi / 36 months.Guide How to Replace Your Cabin Air Filter | 30,000 mi / 36 mo≈ 48,000 km / 36 mo | $25-$55 | |
| Spark Plugs (2.4L turbo Hybrid)Replace every 40,000 mi (40k, 80k, 120k). NGK DILZKAR8E7H, gap 0.027 in (0.7 mm).Guide How to Change Spark Plugs · How to Choose and Use a Torque Wrench | 40,000 mi / 48 mo≈ 64,000 km / 48 mo | $150-$300 | |
| Engine Coolant (2.4L turbo Hybrid)Engine coolant: first at 100,000 mi / 120 months, then every 50,000 mi / 60 months. Toyota Super Long Life Coolant; capacity (gasoline engine, reference) 12.0 qt (11.4 L).Guide How to Flush Your Coolant System | 100,000 mi / 120 mo≈ 161,000 km / 120 mo | $120-$240 | |
| Inverter CoolantPower control unit (inverter/intercooler) circuit: first at 150,000 mi / 180 months, then every 50,000 mi / 60 months. Capacity (reference) 2.4 qt (2.3 L). | 150,000 mi / 180 mo≈ 241,000 km / 180 mo | — | |
| HV Battery Cooling Intake Filter (clean)Inspect every 5,000 mi; clean every 20,000 mi. | 20,000 mi≈ 32,000 km | — | |
| Brake Fluid (inspect level/condition) (2.4L turbo Hybrid)Level/condition inspection only; no replacement scheduled. DOT 3 / SAE J1703 or DOT 4 / SAE J1704.Guide How to Bleed Brakes (and Change Brake Fluid) | 5,000 mi / 6 mo≈ 8,000 km / 6 mo | — | |
| Brake Inspection (2.4L turbo Hybrid)Safety itemVisual every 5,000 mi; thickness and disc runout every 30,000 mi.Guide How to Change Brake Pads: Step-by-Step Guide | 5,000 mi / 6 mo≈ 8,000 km / 6 mo | — | |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid (inspect) (2.4L turbo Hybrid)8-speed automatic with motor-generator, ATF WS. Normal: inspect every 30,000 mi / 36 months. Severe (towing or extensive idling): replace at 60,000 and 120,000 mi. Capacity (reference) 13.2 qt (12.5 L).Guide How to Change Transmission Fluid | 30,000 mi / 36 mo≈ 48,000 km / 36 mo | — | |
| Rear Differential Fluid (inspect) (2.4L turbo Hybrid)Normal: inspect every 15,000 mi; severe (towing): replace every 15,000 mi. LT 75W-85 GL-5; 5.9 qt (5.6 L), Trailhunter 6.9 qt (6.5 L).Guide How to Change Differential Fluid (Rear Axle and Front 4x4) | 15,000 mi / 18 mo≈ 24,000 km / 18 mo | — | |
| Front Differential Fluid (inspect) (2.4L turbo Hybrid)4WD. Normal: inspect every 15,000 mi; severe (towing): replace every 15,000 mi. 1.4 qt (1.3 L) part-time, 1.3 qt (1.2 L) full-time 4WD.Guide How to Change Differential Fluid (Rear Axle and Front 4x4) | 15,000 mi / 18 mo≈ 24,000 km / 18 mo | — | |
| Transfer Case Fluid (inspect) (2.4L turbo Hybrid)4WD. Normal: inspect every 30,000 mi; severe (dirt roads or towing): replace every 30,000 mi. 1.2 qt (1.1 L) part-time, 1.5 qt (1.4 L) full-time.Guide How to Change Transfer Case Fluid (4x4 and AWD) | 30,000 mi / 36 mo≈ 48,000 km / 36 mo | — | |
| Propeller Shaft Bolts & Boots (2.4L turbo Hybrid)Torque bolts and inspect boots every 15,000 mi; severe (dirt/salted/rough or muddy roads, towing): every 5,000 mi. | 15,000 mi / 18 mo≈ 24,000 km / 18 mo | — | |
| Drive Belt Inspection (2.4L turbo Hybrid)Initial inspection at 60,000 mi, then every 15,000 mi.Guide How to Replace a Serpentine Belt | 60,000 mi / 72 mo≈ 97,000 km / 72 mo | — | |
| Vacuum Pump for Brake Booster (inspect) (2.4L turbo Hybrid)Inspect at 120,000 mi; replace vane and vane caps. | 120,000 mi / 144 mo≈ 193,000 km / 144 mo | — | |
| Suspension & Steering Inspection (2.4L turbo)GarageHub estimateGuide Suspension and Steering Inspection Guide | 15,000 mi / 18 mo≈ 24,000 km / 18 mo | — | |
| Suspension & Steering Inspection (2.4L turbo Hybrid)Inspect ball joints and dust covers, steering gear, and steering linkage and boots every 15,000 mi / 18 months.Guide Suspension and Steering Inspection Guide | 15,000 mi / 18 mo≈ 24,000 km / 18 mo | — |
≈ converted from the other unit and rounded.
Est. costs are US-typical, in USD.
Common questions about the 2026 Toyota 4Runner
How often does a 2026 Toyota 4Runner need an oil change?
GarageHub estimates the 2026 Toyota 4Runner oil change interval at every 10,000 mi or 12 months, whichever comes first (estimated cost $70-$120); this is not the manufacturer's figure, so check your owner's manual.
What maintenance does a 2026 Toyota 4Runner need?
The services not to skip on a 2026 Toyota 4Runner: engine oil & filter (2.4l turbo hybrid) every 10,000 mi / 12 mo; brake inspection (2.4l turbo hybrid) every 5,000 mi / 6 mo. The table above lists every service with its interval and an estimated cost.