OEM 2001 Toyota Highlander Oil Filter

2001 Toyota Highlander Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: What precautions should be taken when replacing the oil filter on 2001 Toyota Highlander?

  A: Pay close attention when replacing the oil filter because mineral oil contact longer than needed can cause dryness of your skin as well as dermatitis with irritation together with harmful contaminants present in used engine oil. Protect your skin with proper gear and protective gloves before you cleanse it with soap and water and a water-less hand cleaner to remove used engine oil; steer clear of using gasoline together with thinners and solvents. Used oil and oil filters should only be deposited in areas specifically designated for their disposal. Start by evacuating engine oil through the oil drain plug combined with filling cap removal into a proper container. Special Service Tool: 09228-06501 will be needed to eliminate the oil filter sub-assembly [15601 / 98-16]. Installation begins by cleaning the oil installation surface along with applying clean engine oil to the new filter gasket and screwing it onto the seat until the gasket meets the seat. The following procedure requires Special Service Tool: 09228-06501 to tighten the component an additional 3/4 turn. During the procedure add fresh engine oil amounting to 3.8 liters (4.0 US qts, 3.3 Imp. qts) for drain and refill with oil filter change and 3.6 liters (3.8 US qts, 3.1 Imp. qts) for drain and refill without oil filter change while the capacity for dry fill requires 4.5 liters (4.7 US qts, 3.9 Imp. qts). To complete the process install the oil filler cap while checking for oil leakages.