OEM 2003 Toyota 4Runner Oil Filter

2003 Toyota 4Runner Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to replace the oil filter sub-assembly while ensuring safety and proper disposal on 2003 Toyota 4Runner?

  A: The process of replacing the oil filter sub-assembly requires users to prevent skin contact with engine oil since both oil exposure and oil contaminants can create skin irritation. Regularly wear protective gear plus gloves and follow up by cleaning used oil exposure areas on your skin with water or water-less hand cleaner. Outdoor facilities exist for proper disposal of used oil and filters. The process begins with draining engine oil by removing engine under cover seal No. 3 followed by the removal of the oil pan drain plug and cleaning the drain plug before installing a new gasket with proper torque of 40 Nm (408 kgf-cm, 30 ft. lbs.). The oil filter sub-assembly removal process requires first removing the drain pipe cap followed by using Special Service Tool: 09228-07501 to extract the oil filter into a container while retaining the oil. Reinstall the drain pipe cap afterward and cleanse the oil catch plate. The installation of a drain hose requires connection to the oil filter bracket (diameter 8 mm with 900 mm length) to allow placement under the engine cover with an oil collection container. To perform the oil filter extraction use the specified tool then detach the drain hose while resealing the drain pipe and eliminating debris from the catch plate. During installation clean the oil filter contact area on the bracket before soaking the new rubber gasket of the oil filter with clean engine oil. Manual tightening of the filter until the gasket reaches the bracket requires the use of Special Service Tool: 09228-07501. Add an additional 3/4 turn to the tightening procedure. To perform the drain and refill procedure with oil filter replacement use 5.2 liters (5.5 US qts., 4.6 Imp. qts.) of new oil while the oil filter change requires 4.9 liters (5.2 US qts., 4.3 Imp. qts.) of oil and a dry fill requires 6.0 liters (6.3 US qts., 5.3 Imp. qts.) of oil. Reinstall the oil filler cap afterward. To complete the procedure it is essential to examine engine oil leaks and measure the engine oil level.