OEM 2002 Toyota Highlander Oil Filter

2002 Toyota Highlander Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How Can You Safely Replace an Oil Filter on 2002 Toyota Highlander?

  A: Proceed with caution when handling oil filters because the mineral oil produces skin dryness and irritation and dermatitis while used engine oil contains dangerous substances. Wear protective gloves with defensive apparel since you need to cleanse the skin with soap water or apply waterless cleaners to eliminate used engine oil; stay away from gasoline solvents and thinning agents. Use specific sites designated for throwing away used engine oil and its filters. Begin the procedure by removing the engine oil through two steps: first remove the oil filler cap followed by the removal of the oil drain plug before collecting the oil in a receptacle. Proceed to eliminate the oil filter sub-assembly through utilization of the Special Service Tool: 09228-06501. Determine a clean surface for the oil filter then apply fresh engine oil to the gasket of the new filter before screwing it in place until the gasket meets the seat. Proceed to tighten it another 3/4 turn using Special Service Tool: 09228-06501. To finish the task install the drain plug after it gets cleaned with a new gasket while adding fresh engine oil using the required capacities: 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. The necessary capacity for dry fill is 4.5 liters (4.7 US qts., 3.9 Imp. qts.). Check for oil leakage after the last step involves installing the oil filler cap.