OEM 2004 Toyota Solara Oil Filter

2004 Toyota Solara Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to replace the oil filter sub-assembly on 2004 Toyota Solara?

  A: Putting on protective gloves along with clothing should be the first step before working with the oil filter sub-assembly because mineral oil can create dermatitis and dry skin. Also be cautious about the dangerous contaminants present in used engine oil. The process begins with draining the engine oil through removing the oil filler cap and the oil drain plug while placing the oil into a suitable container. The operation to remove the oil filter requires the use of Special Service Tool: 09228-06501. Drivers should prepare the new oil filter by wiping the installation surface clean and coating the gasket with fresh engine oil. When placing the oil filter use Special Service Tool: 09228-06501 to establish 3/4 more turns of rotation until it makes contact with the seat. The oil drain plug needs installation with its new gasket while achieving a torque of 25 Nm (255 kgf-cm, 18 ft. lbs.). After filling the engine with fresh oil, reset the oil filler cap. Fix new filters using fresh engine oil on the gasket before screwing it tight with Special Service Tool: 09228-06501. Then reinstall the drain plug with new gasket and torque to 25 Nm before filling with fresh oil and disposing of used oil and filters at appropriate sites.