Parts for your 2022 Toyota Camry-Sump plug washers

2022 Toyota Camry sump plug washers — fitted, important, and worth replacing

Yes — the 2022 Toyota Camry does use a sump plug washer. Toyota’s own technical documentation calls for a new crush-type drain plug gasket to be fitted every time the engine oil is changed. The Toyota Repair Manual (TIS) for the 2022 Camry (A25A‑FKS/A25A‑FXS 2.5‑litre and 2GR‑FKS 3.5‑litre) specifies “install the oil pan drain plug with a new gasket” and tighten to around 39 N·m (29 ft·lbf). The Genuine Toyota drain plug gasket most commonly specified is an aluminium crush washer, part number 90430‑12031, shown in the Toyota Electronic Parts Catalogue and used across many late‑model Toyotas.

What’s the point of this little ring? A sump plug washer is a soft, deformable seal that sits between the sump (oil pan) and the drain plug head. When the plug is torqued, the aluminium washer “crushes” slightly to fill micro‑gaps and irregularities, creating a reliable, leak‑free seal without needing to overtighten the plug. That helps protect the alloy sump threads and keeps the driveway free of tell‑tale drips.

Because it’s designed to deform once, Toyota treats the washer as a single‑use service item. Reusing a flattened washer can lead to weeping or leaks, or it tempts overtightening — neither is good for the sump. As part of routine servicing on a 2022 Camry, the washer should be replaced at every oil change interval (typically every 12 months or 15,000 km in Australia and New Zealand, or as per severe‑duty schedules). Genuine Toyota aluminium washers are inexpensive and fit perfectly, quality aftermarket options in aluminium or copper also work, provided the inner diameter and thickness match the OE spec.

Practical tips their mechanic will appreciate:

• Always have a new washer ready before pulling the plug. Confirm fitment for the exact engine variant.
• Wipe the sump sealing face clean, fit the new washer to the plug, and torque the plug to the spec quoted in the Toyota Repair Manual.
• After refilling, run the engine, then check underneath for any seepage around the plug.

Technical sources: Toyota Repair Manual (TIS) — 2022 Camry Lubrication section (A25A‑FKS/A25A‑FXS and 2GR‑FKS): “Install oil pan drain plug with a new gasket,” torque approx. 39 N·m, Toyota Electronic Parts Catalogue listing for oil drain plug gasket p/n 90430‑12031, Toyota Owner’s Manual service guidance to use a new drain plug gasket at oil change.

FAQs — 2022 Toyota Camry sump plug washers

What size washer does the 2022 Camry use?
The 2022 Camry typically uses a Genuine Toyota aluminium crush washer (oil drain plug gasket) p/n 90430‑12031, sized to suit the Camry’s M12 drain plug. That’s the common fitment across both the 2.5‑litre and 3.5‑litre engines, but it’s smart to confirm against the VIN or engine code.

Can the sump plug washer be reused?
It’s not recommended. The aluminium washer is designed to deform once to seal. Reusing it can cause weeping or leaks, or lead to overtightening. Toyota’s service info calls for a new washer at each oil change.

What torque should the drain plug be tightened to?
Toyota’s Repair Manual lists around 39 N·m (29 ft·lbf) for the Camry’s oil drain plug. That, paired with a fresh washer, gives a secure seal without risking damage to the sump threads.