Genuine Toyota Land Cruiser Air Filter

Toyota Land Cruiser Air Filter Parts Questions & Answers

• Air Cleaner Filter Element Sub-Assembly
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  Q: How to replace an air filter in a Toyota Land Cruiser?

  A: At specified intervals, the air filter should be replaced with a new one. A thorough preventive maintenance schedule would also require the filter to be inspected between filter changes. On carbureted models, the air filter housing is mounted on top of the carburetor in the engine compartment. On fuel injected models, the air filter housing is located at the front of the engine compartment. The first step in removing the air filter is detaching the clips on the housing, then remove the wing nut. Remove the wing nut(s) and the cover retaining clips. Then detach all hoses that would interfere with the removal of the air cleaner cover from the air cleaner housing. While the top cover is off, be careful not to drop anything down into the carburetor or air cleaner assembly. Lift the air filter element out of the housing and wipe out the inside of the air cleaner housing with a clean rag. Inspect the outer surface of the filter element. If it is dirty, replace it. If it is only moderately dusty, it can be reused by blowing it clean from the back to the front surface with compressed air. Because it is a pleated paper type filter, it cannot be washed or oiled. If it cannot be cleaned satisfactorily with compressed air, discard and replace it. Caution: Never drive the vehicle with the air cleaner removed. Excessive engine wear could result and backfiring could even cause a fire under the hood. Place the new filter in the air cleaner housing, making sure it seats properly. Installation of the cover is the reverse of removal.