2012 Toyota Tundra Oil Capacity, Types, & Filters

Your essential guide to 2012 Toyota Tundra oil change is here! No more searching – find all the critical oil specs for your 2012 Toyota Tundra, including oil capacity, recommended oil viscosity (type), and the correct oil filter.

We cover all engine options, categorized by their specific engine codes, ensuring you get the right information for your specific configuration. Keep reading to discover everything you need for your next 2012 Toyota Tundra oil change!

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Engine & Code	Oil Capacity	Oil Viscosity/Type	Oil Filter
4.0L 6-cylinder 1UR-FE 2	6.6 quarts (with filter)	SAE 0W-20 (All TEMPS)	Toyota PTR43-00081 Toyota PTR43-00079 Toyota 04152-YZZA4
4.6L 8-cylinder 3UR-FBE 6 Flex	7.9 quarts (with filter)	SAE 0W-20 (All TEMPS)	Toyota PTR43-00081 Toyota PTR43-00079 Toyota 04152-YZZA4
5.7L 8-cylinder 3UR-FE 5	7.9 quarts (with filter)	SAE 0W-20 (All TEMPS)	Toyota PTR43-00081 Toyota PTR43-00079 Toyota 04152-YZZA4
5.7L 8-cylinder 1GR-FE Z	7.9 quarts (with filter)	SAE 0W-20 (All TEMPS)	Toyota 04152-YZZA5 Toyota PTR43-00081 Toyota PTR43-00079

Select Your 2012 Toyota Tundra Engine Option

4.0L 6-cylinder Engine Code 1UR-FE 2

Engine:

4.0L 6-cylinder 1UR-FE 2 [aka 4.0L V6 (Gas)]

Body & Trims:

Base, Limited, Platinum

Oil Capacity:

6.6 quarts (with filter)

Oil Viscosity/Type:

SAE 0W-20 (All TEMPS)

OEM Oil Filter:

Toyota PTR43-00081, Toyota PTR43-00079 and Toyota 04152-YZZA4

Oil Filter Replaces:

04152-38020

2012 Toyota Tundra 4.0L 6-cylinder 1UR-FE 2 oil change details

Oil Grade:

API*

Oil Capacity:

6.6 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.

Oil Viscosity/Type:

SAE 0W-20 (All TEMPS) - SAE 0W-20 is the best choice for good fuel economy and cold weather starting. If SAE 0W-20 is not available, SAE 5W-20 may be used, but it must be replaced with SAE 0W-20 at the next oil change.

Name of Oil Filter:

N/A

Wix Oil Filter:

51348-EA

Wix Air Filter:

49010-EA

Coolant Capacity:

11.3 quarts

Oil Drain Plug Torque:

30 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)

Notes:

N/A

4.6L 8-cylinder Engine Code 3UR-FBE 6 Flex

Engine:

4.6L 8-cylinder 3UR-FBE 6 Flex [aka 4.6L V8 (Gas)]

Body & Trims:

Base, Limited, Platinum

Oil Capacity:

7.9 quarts (with filter)

Oil Viscosity/Type:

SAE 0W-20 (All TEMPS)

OEM Oil Filter:

Toyota PTR43-00081, Toyota PTR43-00079 and Toyota 04152-YZZA4

Oil Filter Replaces:

04152-38020

2012 Toyota Tundra 4.6L 8-cylinder 3UR-FBE 6 Flex oil change details

Oil Grade:

API*

Oil Capacity:

7.9 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.

Oil Viscosity/Type:

Name of Oil Filter:

N/A

Wix Oil Filter:

57041-EA

Wix Air Filter:

49010-EA

Coolant Capacity:

12.8 quarts - For models WithOut a Twin Turbo (TT).
13.9 quarts - For models with a Twin Turbo (TT).

Oil Drain Plug Torque:

30 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)

Notes:

N/A

5.7L 8-cylinder Engine Code 3UR-FE 5

Engine:

5.7L 8-cylinder 3UR-FE 5 [aka 5.7L V8 (Gas/Flex)]

Body & Trims:

Base, Limited, Platinum

Oil Capacity:

7.9 quarts (with filter)

Oil Viscosity/Type:

SAE 0W-20 (All TEMPS)

OEM Oil Filter:

Toyota PTR43-00081, Toyota PTR43-00079 and Toyota 04152-YZZA4

Oil Filter Replaces:

04152-38020

2012 Toyota Tundra 5.7L 8-cylinder 3UR-FE 5 oil change details

Oil Grade:

API*

Oil Capacity:

7.9 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.

Oil Viscosity/Type:

Name of Oil Filter:

N/A

Wix Oil Filter:

57041-EA

Wix Air Filter:

49010-EA

Coolant Capacity:

12.8 quarts - For models WithOut a Twin Turbo (TT).
13.7 quarts - For models with a Twin Turbo (TT).

Oil Drain Plug Torque:

30 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)

Notes:

If you are using E85 or M85 fuels, use AMSOIL of the appropriate viscosity and follow the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) recommended drain interval. Extended oil drain intervals are only possible if you perform an oil analysis when using these types of fuels.