What I Learned About Toyota Maintenance While Visiting Taiwan

Toyota owners in Taiwan are maintaining their engines differently than many owners in the United States. In this video, I share what I found while visiting Taiwan on a work trip— including local mechanic oil recommendations, 5W-30 usage, owner manuals, and long-term maintenance strategies for modern Toyota turbo engines like the T24A-FTS and V35A-FTS. Chapters: 0:00 Toyota Maintenance Differences in Taiwan 0:26 Business Trip to Taiwan & Toyota Culture 1:14 Visiting a Toyota Maintenance Shop Overseas 2:08 Popular Toyota Vehicles in Taiwan 2:46 Toyota Granvia Van & Engine Specs 3:18 Toyota Manual Showing 0W-30 & 5W-30 4:16 Imported Toyota Tundra in Taiwan 4:41 Why Tundras in Taiwan Use 5W-30 Oil 5:56 High Speed Driving & Oil Protection Discussion 6:51 Supercharged Tundra, Hilux & Tacoma Builds 8:10 Why Taiwan Shops Avoid 0W-20 Oil 8:53 Final Thoughts on Toyota Maintenance Overseas iTorqueDIY helps Toyota truck and SUV owners get their vehicles past the 200,000-mile mark and into 15+ years of service with fewer surprises and lower risk — especially as Toyota moves deeper into modern turbocharged engines and complex drivetrains! If your goal is to own a Toyota that reaches 200k miles and beyond, you’re in the right place — this channel is built for long-term owners. The content on iTorqueDIY is for educational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Vehicle maintenance involves risk, and viewers assume full responsibility for any actions taken. iTorqueDIY is not liable for injuries, damages, or losses resulting from use or misuse of this content. Always consult your owner’s manual and a certified mechanic before performing any repairs or modifications.