2020 Toyota Kluger service guide

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

Third Generation (XU50)
3.5L V6 DOHC petrol (2GR-FE)
0W-20 API SN
Every 15,000 km or 12 months

2020 Toyota Kluger at a glance

Estimated price: $179–$299
Service interval: 15,000 km or 12 months
Engine oil: 0W-20 API SN
Checks per service: 17
Trims listed: 3

The Toyota Kluger XU50 uses a 3.5 litre V6 petrol engine and needs servicing every 15,000 kilometres or 12 months in Australia. Regular maintenance is important because our hot climate and dusty conditions can put extra stress on engine oil, filters and cooling systems. Keeping up with the logbook schedule helps the Kluger run reliably for long highway trips and daily family use.

2020 Toyota Kluger 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 pollen filter condition
Inspect engine air filter condition
Inspect exhaust system for leaks
Visually inspect battery terminals and condition
Inspect brake lines and hoses
Inspect front and rear disc brakes and pad thickness
Inspect tyres for pressure and tread depth
Inspect front and rear suspension components
Inspect steering system and boots
Reset service indicator
Check for outstanding 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 and level
Inspect transmission fluid level and condition
Inspect exhaust system for leaks and damage
Inspect battery and charging system
Inspect brake lines, hoses and callipers
Inspect front and rear disc brakes and pad thickness
Inspect tyres for pressure, tread depth and wear pattern
Rotate tyres if required
Inspect front and rear suspension bushes and shock absorbers
Inspect steering rack, tie rods and boots
Inspect drive belts for condition and tension
Reset service indicator
Check for outstanding 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
Replace cabin air filter (Air filter)
Top up windscreen washer fluid
Top up coolant if required

Inspected and checked

Inspect brake fluid (replace if discoloured)
Inspect engine air filter condition
Inspect transmission fluid level and condition
Inspect coolant level and hose condition
Inspect exhaust system including catalytic converter
Inspect battery terminals and load test
Inspect brake lines, hoses and callipers
Inspect front and rear disc brakes and pad thickness
Inspect tyres for pressure, tread depth and rotation
Inspect front suspension including control arms and bushes
Inspect rear suspension and springs
Inspect steering system and CV joint boots
Inspect drive belts and tensioners
Reset service indicator
Check for outstanding 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 engine air filter (Air filter)
Replace cabin air filter (Air filter)
Replace brake fluid (full system flush) (Brake fluid)
Replace spark plugs (Spark plugs)
Top up windscreen washer fluid

Inspected and checked

Inspect transmission fluid (replace if required)
Inspect coolant level and concentration
Inspect cooling system hoses and clamps
Inspect radiator condition
Inspect exhaust system including manifold gaskets
Inspect battery and alternator output
Inspect brake callipers, pistons and sliders
Inspect front and rear disc brakes and pad thickness
Inspect tyres for pressure, tread depth and alignment
Rotate tyres and check wheel balance
Inspect front suspension ball joints and bushes
Inspect rear suspension trailing arms
Inspect steering rack and power steering fluid
Inspect drive belts and tensioners closely
Inspect CV joints and drive shaft boots
Reset service indicator
Check for outstanding 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
Replace cabin air filter (Air filter)
Top up windscreen washer fluid
Top up all fluids as required

Inspected and checked

Inspect brake fluid colour and moisture content
Inspect engine air filter condition
Inspect transmission fluid level and colour
Inspect coolant condition and system pressure test
Inspect radiator and condenser for blockages
Inspect exhaust system and heat shields
Inspect battery condition and starter motor
Inspect brake pads, discs and callipers
Measure brake disc thickness
Inspect tyres for pressure, tread and uneven wear
Inspect front suspension including strut mounts
Inspect rear suspension and stabiliser links
Inspect steering components and wheel bearings
Inspect drive belts for cracks and wear
Inspect CV boots and driveline components
Reset service indicator
Check for outstanding 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 engine air filter (Air filter)
Replace cabin air filter (Air filter)
Replace spark plugs (Spark plugs)
Flush and replace engine coolant (Coolant)
Top up windscreen washer fluid

Inspected and checked

Inspect brake fluid (replace if due)
Inspect transmission fluid level and condition
Inspect cooling system hoses and thermostat operation
Inspect water pump for leaks
Inspect exhaust system for corrosion
Inspect battery and charging system output
Inspect brake pads, discs, drums and shoes (if fitted)
Inspect brake callipers and wheel cylinders
Inspect tyres for pressure, depth and rotate
Inspect front suspension including control arm bushes
Inspect rear suspension and shock absorbers
Inspect steering rack boots and tie rod ends
Inspect drive belts and replace if cracked
Inspect CV joints, axles and driveline
Inspect fuel lines and fuel filter condition
Reset service indicator
Check for outstanding 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
Replace cabin air filter (Air filter)
Replace brake fluid (full system flush) (Brake fluid)
Top up windscreen washer fluid

Inspected and checked

Inspect engine air filter condition
Inspect transmission fluid (replace if not done at 90,000 km)
Inspect coolant level and radiator cap
Inspect cooling system hoses for swelling
Inspect water pump and heater core operation
Inspect exhaust manifold and oxygen sensors
Inspect battery and test alternator
Inspect brake pads, discs and measure rotor thickness
Inspect brake lines and flexible hoses
Inspect tyres for wear, pressure and alignment
Rotate tyres and check balance
Inspect front suspension struts and mounts
Inspect rear suspension bushes and springs
Inspect steering system and power steering pump
Inspect drive belts and tensioners
Inspect CV boots and universal joints
Reset service indicator
Check for outstanding 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 engine air filter (Air filter)
Replace cabin air filter (Air filter)
Replace transmission fluid and filter (Transmission fluid)
Replace fuel filter (Fuel filter)
Replace spark plugs (Spark plugs)
Top up windscreen washer fluid

Inspected and checked

Inspect brake fluid condition
Inspect coolant level and system integrity
Inspect radiator and water pump closely
Inspect all cooling system hoses and clamps
Inspect timing chain tensioner and guides (listen for noise)
Inspect exhaust system including catalytic converters
Inspect battery terminals and load test battery
Inspect brake pads, discs, callipers and sliders
Measure brake disc runout and thickness
Inspect tyres for tread depth, pressure and sidewall cracks
Rotate tyres and perform wheel alignment check
Inspect front suspension ball joints and bushes
Inspect rear suspension trailing arms and stabiliser bar
Inspect steering rack and inner tie rods
Inspect drive belts (replace if showing wear)
Inspect CV joints, boots and propeller shaft
Inspect differential fluid level (if AWD)
Reset service indicator
Check for outstanding 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
Replace cabin air filter (Air filter)
Flush and replace brake fluid
Top up windscreen washer fluid
Top up power steering fluid (Power steering fluid)

Inspected and checked

Inspect engine air filter condition
Inspect transmission fluid level and colour
Inspect coolant concentration and condition
Inspect water pump and thermostat operation
Inspect all cooling hoses and heater hoses
Inspect timing chain cover for oil leaks
Inspect exhaust system and heat shields
Inspect battery condition and alternator belt
Inspect brake pads, discs and brake fluid lines
Inspect tyres for pressure, tread and rotation needs
Inspect front suspension struts and control arms
Inspect rear suspension shock absorbers
Inspect steering components and wheel bearings
Inspect drive belts and idler pulleys
Inspect CV joints and axle seals
Inspect differential mounts (if AWD)
Reset service indicator
Check for outstanding 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 engine air filter (Air filter)
Replace cabin air filter (Air filter)
Replace spark plugs (Spark plugs)
Flush and replace engine coolant (Coolant)
Replace brake fluid (full system flush) (Brake fluid)
Replace drive belts and tensioners (Drive belt)
Top up windscreen washer fluid

Inspected and checked

Inspect transmission fluid (replace if not done recently)
Inspect water pump for bearing noise and leaks
Inspect radiator core and pressure cap
Inspect timing chain, tensioner and guides condition
Inspect valve cover gaskets for oil seepage
Inspect exhaust manifold gaskets and catalytic converters
Inspect battery and charging system thoroughly
Inspect brake callipers, pistons and rebuild if required
Measure brake disc and drum condition
Inspect tyres for alignment, pressure and replace if worn
Inspect front suspension including strut mounts and bearings
Inspect rear suspension bushes, springs and shock absorbers
Inspect steering rack seals and tie rod ends
Inspect CV boots, axles and centre bearing (if AWD)
Inspect differential oil level and condition (if AWD)
Inspect fuel injectors and fuel pressure
Reset service indicator
Check for outstanding recalls
Connect diagnostic system and check fault codes
Perform quality control road test
Major service milestone: closely inspect all major systems

165,000 kms / 132 months

Replaced or topped up

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

Inspected and checked

Inspect engine air filter condition
Inspect brake fluid moisture content
Inspect transmission fluid level and colour
Inspect coolant level and hoses
Inspect water pump and thermostat housing
Inspect timing chain cover seals
Inspect exhaust system hangers and joints
Inspect battery terminals and cables
Inspect brake pads, discs and lines
Inspect tyres for tread, pressure and uneven wear
Rotate tyres and inspect wheel bearings
Inspect front suspension ball joints
Inspect rear suspension trailing arm bushes
Inspect steering rack and column
Inspect drive belts for glazing
Inspect CV joints and boots for splits
Inspect differential breather and seals (if AWD)
Reset service indicator
Check for outstanding 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 engine air filter (Air filter)
Replace cabin air filter (Air filter)
Replace transmission fluid and filter (Transmission fluid)
Replace spark plugs (Spark plugs)
Flush and replace brake fluid
Replace fuel filter (Fuel filter)
Top up windscreen washer fluid

Inspected and checked

Inspect coolant condition (replace if not done recently)
Inspect water pump bearing and seal
Inspect radiator and condenser core condition
Inspect all cooling system hoses and replace if aged
Inspect timing chain tensioner operation and chain stretch
Inspect valve cover and oil pan gaskets
Inspect exhaust system including manifold studs
Inspect battery and replace if weak
Inspect brake callipers, sliders and rebuild if needed
Measure brake rotor thickness and replace if below minimum
Inspect tyres for age, cracking and tread depth
Perform wheel alignment and balance check
Inspect front suspension struts and top mounts
Inspect rear suspension shock absorbers and springs
Inspect steering rack boots and end play
Inspect drive belts and replace if worn or cracked
Inspect CV joints, driveshafts and universal joints
Inspect differential fluid and seals (if AWD)
Inspect engine mounts and transmission mounts
Reset service indicator
Check for outstanding 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
Replace cabin air filter (Air filter)
Flush and replace engine coolant (Coolant)
Top up windscreen washer fluid
Top up power steering fluid (Power steering fluid)

Inspected and checked

Inspect engine air filter condition
Inspect brake fluid condition
Inspect transmission fluid level and condition
Inspect water pump and hoses for leaks
Inspect radiator core and pressure test system
Inspect timing chain and guides for wear
Inspect valve cover gaskets and cam seals
Inspect exhaust system and catalytic converter efficiency
Inspect battery connections and starter motor
Inspect brake pads, discs and hydraulic components
Inspect tyres for pressure, tread and age
Rotate tyres and inspect for vibration
Inspect front suspension control arms and bushes
Inspect rear suspension trailing arms and stabiliser
Inspect steering rack and tie rod ends
Inspect drive belts, pulleys and tensioners
Inspect CV boots, joints and axle seals
Inspect differential condition (if AWD)
Reset service indicator
Check for outstanding 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 engine air filter (Air filter)
Replace cabin air filter (Air filter)
Replace spark plugs (Spark plugs)
Replace transmission fluid and filter (Transmission fluid)
Flush and replace brake fluid
Replace drive belts and tensioners (Drive belt)
Replace fuel filter (Fuel filter)
Flush and replace coolant (Coolant)
Top up windscreen washer fluid

Inspected and checked

Inspect water pump and replace if showing wear
Inspect radiator and heater core condition
Inspect all cooling hoses and clamps (replace aged hoses)
Inspect timing chain tensioner, guides and chain stretch measurement
Inspect valve cover gaskets and front/rear crankshaft seals
Inspect oil pan gasket and sump condition
Inspect exhaust manifold, catalytic converters and mufflers
Inspect battery health and alternator output
Inspect brake callipers and overhaul or replace as needed
Measure brake disc thickness and replace if worn
Inspect tyres for age, condition and replace if required
Perform full wheel alignment and balance
Inspect front suspension struts, control arms and ball joints
Inspect rear suspension shock absorbers, springs and bushes
Inspect steering rack seals, tie rods and column
Inspect CV joints, driveshafts and centre bearing (if AWD)
Replace differential fluid (if AWD)
Inspect engine and transmission mounts
Inspect fuel injectors and fuel system pressure
Reset service indicator
Check for outstanding recalls
Connect diagnostic system and perform full system scan
Perform quality control road test
Beyond 210,000 kms, repeat this major service at every 15,000 km interval

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3 2020 Toyota Kluger variants. Open yours for the exact specs, oils and filters.

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2020 Toyota Kluger GXL – 3.5L 2GR-FE V6 petrol
2020 Toyota Kluger Grande – 3.5L 2GR-FE V6 petrol

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2020 Toyota Kluger service questions

How often should a 2020 Toyota Kluger be serviced?

Servistar's guide for the 2020 Toyota Kluger 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 2020 Toyota Kluger service cost?

A standard service for a 2020 Toyota Kluger 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 2020 Toyota Kluger use?

The guide lists 0W-20 API SN. 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 Kluger service?

A standard visit covers 17 items for the 2020 Toyota Kluger, 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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