2008 Toyota Corolla service guide

Servicing every 15,000 km or 12 months. See what is checked at each visit and what it usually costs.

MK10
1.6L 4-cyl DOHC petrol (110 kW) / 1.8L 4-cyl DOHC petrol (103 kW) — Australian-market MK10
5W-30 API SN ACEA A5/B5
Every 15,000 km or 12 months

2008 Toyota Corolla at a glance

Estimated price: $179–$299
Service interval: 15,000 km or 12 months
Engine oil: 5W-30 API SN ACEA A5/B5
Checks per service: 16
Trims listed: 8

The Toyota Corolla MK10 (2007–2012) is a reliable small car popular across Australia. Regular servicing every 15,000 km or 12 months is essential to maintain warranty compliance, engine health and safety in Australian driving conditions including heat, dust and remote travel. Follow this manufacturer logbook schedule to keep your Corolla running efficiently.

2008 Toyota Corolla service schedule

What the workshop replaces and inspects at each service interval, with an estimated price. Check your logbook for the manufacturer's schedule.

15,000 kms / 12 months

Replaced or topped up

Replace engine oil and filter
Replace sump plug washer
Top up windscreen washer fluid

Inspected and checked

Inspect brake fluid colour and level
Inspect cabin air filter condition
Inspect engine air filter condition
Inspect exhaust system for leaks and damage
Visually inspect battery condition and terminals
Inspect brake lines and hoses for cracks
Inspect disc brakes, callipers and pad thickness
Inspect tyres — pressure, tread depth and wear pattern
Inspect front and rear suspension components
Reset service indicator on odometer
Check for outstanding manufacturer recalls
Connect diagnostic system and check fault codes
Perform quality control road test

30,000 kms / 24 months

Replaced or topped up

Replace engine oil and filter
Replace sump plug washer
Replace cabin air filter (Air filter)
Replace engine air filter (Air filter)
Top up windscreen washer fluid

Inspected and checked

Inspect brake fluid colour, level and moisture content
Inspect brake lines, hoses and connections
Inspect front and rear brake pads and rotors
Inspect steering linkage and suspension bushes
Inspect CV joint boots and driveshaft condition
Inspect tyres — pressure, tread depth, alignment and wear
Inspect wheel bearing play and condition
Inspect exhaust system for corrosion and leaks
Inspect cooling system hoses and connections
Check all fluid levels and top up as required
Reset service indicator on odometer
Check for outstanding manufacturer recalls
Connect diagnostic system and check fault codes
Perform quality control road test

45,000 kms / 36 months

Replaced or topped up

Replace engine oil and filter
Replace sump plug washer
Inspect and replace cabin air filter if needed
Inspect and replace engine air filter if needed
Top up windscreen washer fluid

Inspected and checked

Inspect brake fluid and assess for replacement need
Inspect brake system — pads, rotors, callipers and hoses
Inspect clutch operation and pedal feel (manual transmission)
Inspect automatic transmission fluid colour and level
Inspect steering and suspension for wear and movement
Inspect front CV joints and rubber boots
Inspect tyres for wear, pressure and alignment
Inspect exhaust system and heat shield condition
Inspect cooling system hoses, clamps and condition
Inspect battery condition, terminals and connections
Check all under-bonnet fluid levels
Reset service indicator on odometer
Check for outstanding manufacturer recalls
Connect diagnostic system and check fault codes
Perform quality control road test

60,000 kms / 48 months

Replaced or topped up

Replace engine oil and filter
Replace sump plug washer
Replace cabin air filter (Air filter)
Replace engine air filter (Air filter)
Replace brake fluid (Brake fluid)
Top up windscreen washer fluid

Inspected and checked

Inspect and test spark plugs (replace if fouled or worn)
Inspect transmission fluid colour and level
Inspect manual transmission for fluid leaks
Inspect automatic transmission for smooth operation
Inspect clutch pedal feel and engagement (manual)
Inspect brake system — pads, rotors, hoses and lines
Inspect steering system play and condition
Inspect front and rear suspension components and bushes
Inspect CV joint boots for splits or damage
Inspect tyres — pressure, tread depth and overall condition
Inspect exhaust system and mounting rubbers
Inspect cooling system hoses and clamp security
Check battery voltage and condition
Reset service indicator on odometer
Check for outstanding manufacturer recalls
Connect diagnostic system and check fault codes
Perform quality control road test

75,000 kms / 60 months

Replaced or topped up

Replace engine oil and filter
Replace sump plug washer
Top up windscreen washer fluid

Inspected and checked

Inspect brake fluid colour and moisture — assess replacement
Inspect all brake components — pads, rotors, hoses and lines
Inspect spark plug condition and gap (1.6L and 1.8L petrol)
Inspect transmission fluid level and colour
Inspect clutch operation and pedal feel (manual transmission)
Inspect steering linkage and suspension joints
Inspect front and rear suspension bushes and bearings
Inspect CV joint boots and axle condition
Inspect wheel alignment and tyre wear pattern
Inspect tyre pressure and tread depth
Inspect cooling system hoses for cracks or swelling
Inspect engine bay for fluid leaks or seepage
Check all fluid levels
Reset service indicator on odometer
Check for outstanding manufacturer recalls
Connect diagnostic system and check fault codes
Perform quality control road test

90,000 kms / 72 months

Replaced or topped up

Replace engine oil and filter
Replace sump plug washer
Replace spark plugs (1.6L and 1.8L petrol engines) (Spark plugs)
Flush and replace coolant (Coolant)
Replace cabin air filter (Air filter)
Replace engine air filter (Air filter)
Top up windscreen washer fluid

Inspected and checked

Inspect brake fluid and schedule replacement
Inspect brake system — pads, rotors, callipers and hoses
Inspect manual transmission for leaks and operation
Inspect automatic transmission fluid and condition
Inspect clutch pedal travel and engagement (manual)
Inspect timing belt condition (if belt-driven engine)
Inspect engine bay for leaks and component security
Inspect steering system for play and smooth operation
Inspect suspension components for wear and movement
Inspect CV joint boots and driveshaft condition
Inspect tyres — pressure, tread depth and alignment
Inspect wheel bearing play and noise
Inspect exhaust system and heat shield condition
Inspect cooling system hoses, clamps and connections
Check battery condition and terminals
Reset service indicator on odometer
Check for outstanding manufacturer recalls
Connect diagnostic system and check fault codes
Perform quality control road test

105,000 kms / 84 months

Replaced or topped up

Replace engine oil and filter
Replace sump plug washer
Top up windscreen washer fluid

Inspected and checked

Inspect brake fluid colour and level
Inspect all brake components — pads, rotors and hoses
Inspect spark plug wear and gap (1.6L and 1.8L petrol)
Inspect timing belt condition and tensioner (if applicable)
Inspect transmission fluid colour and level
Inspect clutch operation (manual transmission)
Inspect steering linkage and suspension bushes
Inspect CV joint boots for damage or splits
Inspect tyres for pressure, tread depth and wear
Inspect wheel alignment and suspension geometry
Inspect cooling system hoses for cracks or leaks
Inspect engine bay for fluid seepage or leaks
Check all fluid levels and top up as required
Reset service indicator on odometer
Check for outstanding manufacturer recalls
Connect diagnostic system and check fault codes
Perform quality control road test

120,000 kms / 96 months

Replaced or topped up

Replace engine oil and filter
Replace sump plug washer
Replace transmission fluid and refill (Transmission fluid)
Replace fuel filter (Fuel filter)
Replace cabin air filter (Air filter)
Replace engine air filter (Air filter)
Top up windscreen washer fluid

Inspected and checked

Inspect and replace brake fluid
Inspect brake system — pads, rotors, callipers and lines
Inspect spark plugs condition and replace if needed
Inspect timing belt carefully for wear, cracks or glazing
Inspect timing belt tensioner and idler pulleys
Inspect manual transmission for smooth shifts and leaks
Inspect automatic transmission operation and fluid
Inspect clutch system (manual transmission)
Inspect engine bay for leaks, cracks or corrosion
Inspect steering system for play and responsiveness
Inspect front and rear suspension components
Inspect CV joint boots and axle shafts
Inspect tyres — pressure, tread, alignment and wear pattern
Inspect wheel bearings for play and noise
Inspect cooling system hoses, clamps and connections
Inspect exhaust system for rust, damage and security
Check battery condition and electrical connections
Reset service indicator on odometer
Check for outstanding manufacturer recalls
Connect diagnostic system and check fault codes
Perform quality control road test

135,000 kms / 108 months

Replaced or topped up

Replace engine oil and filter
Replace sump plug washer
Top up windscreen washer fluid

Inspected and checked

Inspect brake fluid colour and assess for replacement
Inspect brake system — pads, rotors, hoses and callipers
Inspect spark plugs for wear and fouling
Inspect timing belt for wear, fraying or cracks
Inspect transmission fluid condition and level
Inspect clutch pedal travel and engagement feel
Inspect steering and suspension for play and wear
Inspect CV joint boots for splits or damage
Inspect tyres for pressure, tread depth and alignment
Inspect exhaust system and heat shield security
Inspect cooling system hoses and connections
Inspect engine bay for fluid leaks or seepage
Check all fluid levels
Reset service indicator on odometer
Check for outstanding manufacturer recalls
Connect diagnostic system and check fault codes
Perform quality control road test

150,000 kms / 120 months

Replaced or topped up

Replace engine oil and filter
Replace sump plug washer
Replace timing belt and water pump (if belt-driven engine) (Timing belt)
Replace spark plugs (Spark plugs)
Flush and replace coolant (Coolant)
Replace brake fluid (Brake fluid)
Replace engine air filter (Air filter)
Replace cabin air filter (Air filter)
Replace fuel filter (Fuel filter)

Inspected and checked

Inspect transmission fluid and replace if due
Inspect brake system — pads, rotors, callipers and hoses
Inspect drive belts and tensioners (non-timing belt)
Inspect clutch system operation (manual transmission)
Inspect automatic transmission for smooth engagement
Inspect steering linkage and suspension bushes
Inspect front and rear suspension components
Inspect CV joint boots and axle condition
Inspect tyres — pressure, tread depth and alignment
Inspect wheel bearings for wear and noise
Inspect cooling system and all hose connections
Inspect exhaust system for rust and damage
Inspect engine bay for leaks or corrosion
Check battery condition and electrical security
Reset service indicator on odometer
Check for outstanding manufacturer recalls
Connect diagnostic system and check fault codes
Perform quality control road test

165,000 kms / 132 months

Replaced or topped up

Replace engine oil and filter
Replace sump plug washer
Top up windscreen washer fluid

Inspected and checked

Inspect brake fluid colour and level
Inspect all brake components — pads, rotors, lines and hoses
Inspect spark plug condition and gap
Inspect timing belt condition post-replacement
Inspect transmission fluid colour and level
Inspect clutch operation and engagement (manual)
Inspect steering system for play and noise
Inspect suspension components for wear and movement
Inspect CV joint boots for damage or leaking
Inspect tyres for pressure, tread and alignment
Inspect wheel bearings and suspension bushes
Inspect exhaust system and mounting rubbers
Inspect cooling system hoses for cracks or bulges
Inspect engine bay for fluid leaks or seepage
Check all fluid levels and top up as required
Reset service indicator on odometer
Check for outstanding manufacturer recalls
Connect diagnostic system and check fault codes
Perform quality control road test

180,000 kms / 144 months

Replaced or topped up

Replace engine oil and filter
Replace sump plug washer
Replace transmission fluid and refill (Transmission fluid)
Replace fuel filter (Fuel filter)
Replace cabin air filter (Air filter)
Replace engine air filter (Air filter)
Replace spark plugs (Spark plugs)
Replace brake fluid (Brake fluid)
Top up windscreen washer fluid

Inspected and checked

Inspect and assess coolant condition
Inspect all brake system components — pads, rotors, hoses
Inspect timing belt and water pump (post-150,000 km)
Inspect manual transmission for leaks and operation
Inspect automatic transmission fluid and condition
Inspect clutch system operation and pedal travel
Inspect engine bay for leaks, rust or corrosion
Inspect steering system — linkage, joints and play
Inspect front and rear suspension bushes and bearings
Inspect CV joint boots and driveshaft condition
Inspect tyres — pressure, tread depth and wear pattern
Inspect wheel alignment and suspension geometry
Inspect cooling system hoses, clamps and connections
Inspect exhaust system for rust, damage and security
Inspect battery condition and electrical connections
Check all fluid levels
Reset service indicator on odometer
Check for outstanding manufacturer recalls
Connect diagnostic system and check fault codes
Perform quality control road test

195,000 kms / 156 months

Replaced or topped up

Replace engine oil and filter
Replace sump plug washer
Top up windscreen washer fluid

Inspected and checked

Inspect brake fluid colour and moisture content
Inspect all brake components — pads, rotors and hoses
Inspect spark plugs for wear and condition
Inspect timing belt for wear and proper tension
Inspect transmission fluid colour and level
Inspect clutch operation and pedal engagement
Inspect steering linkage and suspension components
Inspect CV joint boots for splits or damage
Inspect tyres for pressure, tread depth and alignment
Inspect wheel bearings and suspension bushes
Inspect cooling system hoses and connections
Inspect engine bay for fluid leaks or seepage
Inspect exhaust system and heat shield condition
Check all fluid levels and top up as required
Reset service indicator on odometer
Check for outstanding manufacturer recalls
Connect diagnostic system and check fault codes
Perform quality control road test

210,000 kms / 168 months

Replaced or topped up

Replace engine oil and filter
Replace sump plug washer
Replace transmission fluid and refill (Transmission fluid)
Replace fuel filter (Fuel filter)
Replace cabin air filter (Air filter)
Replace engine air filter (Air filter)
Replace spark plugs (Spark plugs)
Replace brake fluid (Brake fluid)
Flush and replace coolant (Coolant)
Top up windscreen washer fluid

Inspected and checked

Inspect timing belt for wear, cracks and tension
Inspect water pump bearings and seal condition
Inspect all brake system components in detail
Inspect brake pads, rotors, callipers and hose condition
Inspect manual transmission for smooth operation
Inspect automatic transmission fluid and operation
Inspect clutch system and pedal travel (manual)
Inspect engine bay for leaks, cracks and corrosion
Inspect steering system — linkage, joints and wear
Inspect front and rear suspension components
Inspect CV joint boots and axle shaft condition
Inspect tyres — pressure, tread, alignment and wear
Inspect wheel bearings for play and noise
Inspect cooling system hoses, clamps and connections
Inspect exhaust system for corrosion and damage
Inspect driveline components for wear and security
Check battery condition and all electrical connections
Reset service indicator on odometer
Check for outstanding manufacturer recalls
Connect diagnostic system and check fault codes
Perform quality control road test
Beyond 210,000 kms, repeat this major service at every interval

Choose your trim

8 2008 Toyota Corolla variants. Open yours for the exact specs, oils and filters.

2008 Toyota Corolla Ascent – 1.5L 4-cylinder petrol, naturally aspirated
2008 Toyota Corolla Ascent Sport – 1.5L 4-cylinder petrol, naturally aspirated
2008 Toyota Corolla Levin – 1.5L 4-cylinder petrol, naturally aspirated
2008 Toyota Corolla Levin Sport – 1.5L 4-cylinder petrol, naturally aspirated
2008 Toyota Corolla Conquest – 1.5L 4-cylinder petrol, naturally aspirated
2008 Toyota Corolla Conquest Sport – 1.5L 4-cylinder petrol, naturally aspirated
2008 Toyota Corolla Equipe – 1.5L 4-cylinder petrol, naturally aspirated
2008 Toyota Corolla ZR – 1.8L 4-cylinder petrol, naturally aspirated

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2008 Toyota Corolla service questions

How often should a 2008 Toyota Corolla be serviced?

Servistar's guide for the 2008 Toyota Corolla recommends a service every 15,000 km or 12 months, whichever comes first. Check your owner's manual and logbook, because the manufacturer's schedule and your warranty come first.

How much does a 2008 Toyota Corolla service cost?

A standard service for a 2008 Toyota Corolla usually costs about $179–$299. The final price depends on the workshop, and on any extra work the inspection turns up, so compare quotes before you book.

What oil does a 2008 Toyota Corolla use?

The guide lists 5W-30 API SN ACEA A5/B5. Confirm the grade for your exact engine in the owner's manual before topping up or changing the oil.

What is checked in a Toyota Corolla service?

A standard visit covers 16 items for the 2008 Toyota Corolla, including the engine oil and filter, brakes, tyres, fluids and a safety inspection. The full list is in the schedule above.

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