{"id":76360,"date":"2022-10-20T16:36:11","date_gmt":"2022-10-20T23:36:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogv2prod.wpenginepowered.com\/blog\/?p=76360"},"modified":"2024-02-02T00:58:55","modified_gmt":"2024-02-02T08:58:55","slug":"2018-toyota-highlander-maintenance-schedule","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/2018-toyota-highlander-maintenance-schedule\/","title":{"rendered":"2018 Toyota Highlander Maintenance Schedule"},"content":{"rendered":"<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<html><body><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 3<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span><style>.kadence-column_758586-f9 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top-width:0px;border-right-width:0px;border-bottom-width:0px;border-left-width:0px;}.kadence-column_758586-f9 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column_758586-f9 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column_758586-f9 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column_758586-f9 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column_758586-f9 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column_758586-f9 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column_758586-f9{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column_758586-f9 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column_758586-f9 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column inner-column-1 kadence-column_758586-f9 qk-look-widget\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-row ultp-block-cd5b3e  qk-main-wrap\"><div class=\"ultp-row-wrapper\"><div class=\"ultp-row-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-column ultp-block-db7246\"><div class=\"ultp-column-wrapper\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_f81811-8b, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_f81811-8b[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_f81811-8b\"]{text-align:center;font-size:20px;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_f81811-8b mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_f81811-8b[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_f81811-8b\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-family:Inter;font-weight:500;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_f81811-8b img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_f81811-8b[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_f81811-8b\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"kt-adv-heading_f81811-8b summary-title wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_f81811-8b\"><span>Summary<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The 2018 Toyota Highlander 3.5L is known for being a very dependable SUV, but the manufacturer&rsquo;s maintenance schedule needs to be followed to keep the Highlander running at its best.<\/li><li>Maintenance tasks like brake disc and fluid inspections, tire rotation, and EFI tank additive refills, among other tasks, are required every 5,000 miles for the 2018 Toyota Highlander.<\/li><li>Oil changes and cabin air filter inspections are required every 10,000 miles for the 2018 Toyota Highlander. Other parts like the transmission and suspension need to be inspected at longer intervals.<\/li><\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>Your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/vehicle\/2018\/Toyota\/Highlander\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"2018 Toyota Highlander\">2018 Toyota Highlander<\/a> is great for bringing your family to far-away destinations, but it will need periodic maintenance so that you can make the most out of its lifespan. If you regularly maintain your Highlander, you can expect it to reach a lifespan of more than 300,000 miles. This article will show you the maintenance tasks that you or your mechanic should perform to get the most out of your SUV.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>Note:<\/strong> The maintenance schedule described in this article is specifically for the 2018 Toyota Highlander 3.5L V6. Maintenance tasks and schedules can vary between different engines\/trims. Refer to your vehicle&rsquo;s service manual for complete information on the scheduled maintenance recommended by the manufacturer.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Quick Notes from Our Automotive Subject Matter Expert, Mia Bevacqua<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The 2018 Toyota Highlander 3.5L is known for being a very dependable SUV. Like any vehicle, however, you need to keep up on routine maintenance if you want it to last. Follow the manufacturer&rsquo;s maintenance schedule to keep your Highlander running its best.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>&ndash;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/author\/miabevacqua\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Mia Bevacqua\">Mia Bevacqua<\/a>, Automotive Subject Matter Expert at CarParts.com<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Maintenance Schedule Tasks for Your 2018 Highlander<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/2018-toyota-highlander-red-toyota-usa-newsroom-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"2018 toyota highlander red toyota usa newsroom\" class=\"wp-image-76368\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/2018-toyota-highlander-red-toyota-usa-newsroom-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/2018-toyota-highlander-red-toyota-usa-newsroom-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/2018-toyota-highlander-red-toyota-usa-newsroom-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/2018-toyota-highlander-red-toyota-usa-newsroom-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/2018-toyota-highlander-red-toyota-usa-newsroom-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/2018-toyota-highlander-red-toyota-usa-newsroom-1200x800.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/2018-toyota-highlander-red-toyota-usa-newsroom-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/2018-toyota-highlander-red-toyota-usa-newsroom.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption>Your 2018 Toyota Highlander is great for bringing your family to far-away destinations, but it will need periodic maintenance so that you can extend its service life. Image source: <a href=\"https:\/\/pressroom.toyota.com\/album\/2017-2018-toyota-highlander\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\"Toyota USA Newsroom\">Toyota USA Newsroom<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to save money, then you can try to learn how to do your vehicle&rsquo;s maintenance yourself. However, this can be quite time-consuming. Luckily, you can find many <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/installed\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"auto repair shops around the country that can do it for you\">auto repair shops around the country that can do it for you<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Every 5,000 Miles<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Inspect and replace the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/brake-disc\/toyota\/highlander\/2018\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"brake discs\">brake discs<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/brake-pad-set\/toyota\/highlander\/2018\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"pads\">pads<\/a> if necessary.<\/li><li>Rotate the tires so that they wear out evenly.<\/li><li>Inspect the vehicle&rsquo;s fluids.<\/li><li>Inspect the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/wiper-blade\/toyota\/highlander\/2018\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"wiper blades\">wiper blades<\/a>. Replace them if necessary.<\/li><li>Inspect the driver-side floor mat.<\/li><li>Refill the Toyota EFI tank additive.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Every 10,000 Miles<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Drain and refill engine oil.<\/li><li>Reset the oil replacement reminder light.<\/li><li>Inspect the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/cabin-air-filter\/toyota\/highlander\/2018\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"cabin air filter\">cabin air filter<\/a> and replace it if necessary.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"article-search-widget\">\n<div class=\"cp-search\">\n<div align=\"center\">\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cld.partsimg.com\/image\/upload\/w_auto,dpr_auto\/carparts\/logos\/badge_wordmark\/full_color\/CP_LOGO_COLOUR_RGB\" alt=\"CarParts.com\" width=\"300\" height=\"56\">\n<\/div>\n<form id=\"cpsearchform\" name=\"cpsearchform\" action=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/search\" method=\"get\" target=\"_blank\" accept-charset=\"character_set\" aria-label=\"search CarParts.com\">\n    <input type=\"text\" class=\"keyword\" name=\"q\" placeholder=\"Search for parts on CarParts.com\" value=\"\" aria-label=\"Search CarParts.com\"><input type=\"submit\" class=\"btn-search\" value=\"Search\" aria-label=\"Search\">\n<\/form>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Every 15,000 Miles<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Inspect the suspension&rsquo;s ball joints and dust covers.<\/li><li>Inspect the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/steering-linkage-assembly\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"steering linkage\">steering linkage<\/a>.<\/li><li>Inspect the driveshaft flange yoke torque.<\/li><li>Inspect the cooling system fluid level.<\/li><li>Inspect the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/brake-line\/toyota\/highlander\/2018\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"brake lines\">brake lines<\/a>.<\/li><li>Inspect the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/a-c-condenser\/toyota\/highlander\/2018\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"A\/C condenser\">A\/C condenser<\/a>.<\/li><li>Inspect the exhaust system.<\/li><li>Inspect the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/radiator\/toyota\/highlander\/2018\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"radiator\">radiator<\/a>.<\/li><li>Inspect the rear differential fluid level.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Check out this video for tips on how to replace your rear differential fluid:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"How to replace the Rear Differential Fluid 2009-2014 Ford F150 &#128663;\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/1Eok0wxBfws?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">At 30,000 Miles<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/2018-toyota-highlander-se-toyota-usa-newsroom-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"2018 toyota highlander se toyota usa newsroom\" class=\"wp-image-76369\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/2018-toyota-highlander-se-toyota-usa-newsroom-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/2018-toyota-highlander-se-toyota-usa-newsroom-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/2018-toyota-highlander-se-toyota-usa-newsroom-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/2018-toyota-highlander-se-toyota-usa-newsroom-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/2018-toyota-highlander-se-toyota-usa-newsroom-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/2018-toyota-highlander-se-toyota-usa-newsroom-1200x800.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/2018-toyota-highlander-se-toyota-usa-newsroom-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/2018-toyota-highlander-se-toyota-usa-newsroom.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption>Follow the manufacturer&rsquo;s maintenance schedule to keep your Highlander running its best. Image source: <a href=\"https:\/\/pressroom.toyota.com\/album\/2017-2018-toyota-highlander\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\"Toyota USA Newsroom\">Toyota USA Newsroom<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Remove and replace the engine air filter element.<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/how-to-fix-a-transmission-leak\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Inspect the transmission for leaks\">Inspect the transmission for leaks<\/a>.<\/li><li>Inspect the brake linings and replace them if necessary.<\/li><li>Inspect the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/brake-disc\/toyota\/highlander\/2018\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"brake rotors\">brake rotors<\/a> and replace them if necessary.<\/li><li>Inspect the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/brake-drum\/toyota\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"brake drums\">brake drums<\/a> and replace them if necessary.<\/li><li>Inspect the fuel tank filler cap o-ring and replace it if necessary.<\/li><li>Inspect <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/fuel-line\/toyota\/highlander\/2018\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"fuel lines\">fuel lines<\/a>, hoses, and connections.<\/li><li>Inspect the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/fuel-tank\/toyota\/highlander\/2018\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"fuel tank\">fuel tank<\/a> and fuel tank bands.<\/li><li>Inspect the fuel evaporative emission control system lines.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">At 60,000 Miles<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/accessory-drive-belt\/toyota\/highlander\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"accessory drive belt\">accessory drive belt<\/a> should be inspected (and every 15,000 miles going forward).<\/li><li>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/spark-plug\/toyota\/highlander\/2018\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"spark plugs\">spark plugs<\/a> should be removed and replaced.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">At 100,000 Miles<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The engine coolant should be drained, flushed, and refilled.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Every 120,000 Miles<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Remove and replace the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/brake-vacuum-pump\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"brake vacuum pump\">brake vacuum pump<\/a> for the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/brake-booster\/toyota\/highlander\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"brake booster\">brake booster<\/a> (for VALVEMATIC engines only).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where to Get Oil Filters for Your 2018 Toyota Highlander&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It&rsquo;s normal to replace components like brake pads, wiper blades, and oil filters at regular intervals. When these parts are worn and aren&rsquo;t replaced, vehicle functionality and performance will suffer. Eventually, these faulty components can compromise your vehicle&rsquo;s drivability and reliability. Luckily, CarParts.com can supply you with the right replacement part you need, so you can replace worn-out vehicle parts at the correct intervals.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/carparts.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\"CarParts.com\">CarParts.com<\/a> is a trusted source for all sorts of vehicle parts, so you don&rsquo;t have to worry when you need new oil filters, wiper blades, or brake pads. We can deliver parts to your home in only a few business days. We only source our products from established brands, so you can be confident that our parts have met stringent quality control standards. We have distribution centers in strategic locations throughout the US, so you can get new oil filters fast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can trust CarParts.com when it comes to affordable and reliable parts like Toyota Highlander <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/brake-pad-set\/toyota\/highlander\/2018\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"brake pads\">brake pads<\/a> and wiper blades. 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