I'm gunna give the "crows foot " a try. I got stuck on trying to loosen the front hardline. But still making progress with my 94 4runnr none the less. Thanks 👍
I remember what a hassle it was changing-out the original fuel filter on my '89 Toyo V-6 L.B. truck back in '02. But the truck has just been collecting dust for the last few years so I don't know if the now-20-year-old fuel filter *needs* to be replaced but, having purged the gunky gas from the tank, I feel replacing the fuel filter seems like something I *should* do, rather than *not* do. So thanks for posting your video, AA. Hopefully things will go a little easier (and quicker) for me this time around.
@@archaicautomotive2444 Thanks, AA. Here's the update since then. I removed the old fuel filter and installed the new fuel filter in record time! Not record time for a Toyota mechanic (or any mechanic for that matter), but record time for me compared to the first time 20 years ago. Your tutorial video was most helpful, and certainly gets all the credit. The one thing I did differently this time (that I didn't think I needed to do the first time) was spray some WD-40 on all the bolts for a couple of days prior, to help break the connection (thanks much for that great idea!). Removing the old fuel filter as per your video went much faster and easier for me than I remember the first time, and reinstalling the new filter in reverse order also seemed to go easier this time around. Having the right size wrenches (and 12mm socket) with me when I began was key in the job going so quickly. The only time I ran into any real difficulty was loosening and tightening the rigid line on the fuel "out" side, as there isn't a lot of open space to work with (but you warned of that). Overall, it seems like the only step that took the most time was cleaning the grime off the old bracket with Simple Green. Thanks again for everything, AA. I do appreciate it.
I have a 1991 toyota pickup 4x4 and i seriously don't know how it's possible to access the "front" end of the fuel filter. There's a "bash plate" or something that is blocking access. I can't tell from the angle but it's almost like on my truck the fuel filter is a few inches forward making it impossible for me to get a wrench into. Gonna have to pick up a stubby wrench set. Thanks for the video!
I'm trying to switch my fuel filter right now, but it seems like I can't depressurize the fuel system? I did what the Haynes manual said: Start the truck and idle, unplug fuel pump wire connector, let it stall out then crank it a couple times. Once I remove the fuel lines to the filter I'm still getting gas coming out, almost 3L now.... Its not spraying out but definitely a lot of gas. I filled my tank yesterday and drove about 100 miles that morning, then let the truck sit for about 3 hours before trying to mess with the fuel filter. Any suggestions?
Some gas should come out but if you think it's excessive then I would cap off one end of the line with a large vacuum cap or something till you fit the new fuel filter.
@@archaicautomotive2444 I ended up having a buddy help, plugged the line with our finger and just tried to be quick about the switch. First filter wouldnt seal properly so when I cranked my truck back up gas was spraying everywhere. Went and got a wix filter and sealed up nice, truck is running now!
@@archaicautomotive2444 Thanks for the vid, I appreciate you. Yes, it would be tricky to get a good shot. I wasn't familiar with how crowfoot wrenches work but I get it now. The other video I watched about replacing the fuel filter, the guy broke the fuel lines, so you did great. I ordered some flare nut crowfoot wrenches so I should be all set.
Very nice, thank you for making the video. Great camera angle, well shown, Jim.
Thank you!
Thanks bro I got it done in 30 minutes
Glad it helped!
I'm gunna give the "crows foot " a try. I got stuck on trying to loosen the front hardline. But still making progress with my 94 4runnr none the less. Thanks 👍
Crowsfoot is always your best bet when working on those lines. Glad the video helps!
I remember what a hassle it was changing-out the original fuel filter on my '89 Toyo V-6 L.B. truck back in '02. But the truck has just been collecting dust for the last few years so I don't know if the now-20-year-old fuel filter *needs* to be replaced but, having purged the gunky gas from the tank, I feel replacing the fuel filter seems like something I *should* do, rather than *not* do. So thanks for posting your video, AA. Hopefully things will go a little easier (and quicker) for me this time around.
Best of luck Tom.
@@archaicautomotive2444 Thanks, AA. Here's the update since then. I removed the old fuel filter and installed the new fuel filter in record time! Not record time for a Toyota mechanic (or any mechanic for that matter), but record time for me compared to the first time 20 years ago. Your tutorial video was most helpful, and certainly gets all the credit. The one thing I did differently this time (that I didn't think I needed to do the first time) was spray some WD-40 on all the bolts for a couple of days prior, to help break the connection (thanks much for that great idea!). Removing the old fuel filter as per your video went much faster and easier for me than I remember the first time, and reinstalling the new filter in reverse order also seemed to go easier this time around. Having the right size wrenches (and 12mm socket) with me when I began was key in the job going so quickly. The only time I ran into any real difficulty was loosening and tightening the rigid line on the fuel "out" side, as there isn't a lot of open space to work with (but you warned of that). Overall, it seems like the only step that took the most time was cleaning the grime off the old bracket with Simple Green. Thanks again for everything, AA. I do appreciate it.
@@zzyzxx13 Awesome I'm glad this video helped you out!
Great video man thanks !
Of course! Glad it helps.
Thank you ❤
Glad it helps!
I have a 1991 toyota pickup 4x4 and i seriously don't know how it's possible to access the "front" end of the fuel filter. There's a "bash plate" or something that is blocking access. I can't tell from the angle but it's almost like on my truck the fuel filter is a few inches forward making it impossible for me to get a wrench into. Gonna have to pick up a stubby wrench set. Thanks for the video!
Interesting, this is a 1991 model in the video. Sounds like someone may have added an aftermarket skid plate.
No talking. Like it
Thanks, I don't like to talk to my videos. Just like to make them quick and to the point.
1000 likes you make it easy for me thanks
Thank you. Glad it helps!
Thanks. My manual says it it located in the engine compartment and I could not find it. There is nothing around to block access to mine.
On the 22RE the fuel filter will be under the intake manifold just above the starter. But on the V6 it should be on the frame rail like this.
I'm trying to switch my fuel filter right now, but it seems like I can't depressurize the fuel system? I did what the Haynes manual said: Start the truck and idle, unplug fuel pump wire connector, let it stall out then crank it a couple times. Once I remove the fuel lines to the filter I'm still getting gas coming out, almost 3L now.... Its not spraying out but definitely a lot of gas. I filled my tank yesterday and drove about 100 miles that morning, then let the truck sit for about 3 hours before trying to mess with the fuel filter. Any suggestions?
Some gas should come out but if you think it's excessive then I would cap off one end of the line with a large vacuum cap or something till you fit the new fuel filter.
@@archaicautomotive2444 I ended up having a buddy help, plugged the line with our finger and just tried to be quick about the switch. First filter wouldnt seal properly so when I cranked my truck back up gas was spraying everywhere. Went and got a wix filter and sealed up nice, truck is running now!
What is the Toyota part number for this? I’m not finding anything exact
It should be 23300-65020
Isn’t loosening the front line the money shot? I can’t see what’s going on. I don’t see a crows foot wrench
Sorry the angle was bad, kind of hard to get the camera down in there. But you can see the crow's foot at 1:16.
@@archaicautomotive2444 Thanks for the vid, I appreciate you. Yes, it would be tricky to get a good shot. I wasn't familiar with how crowfoot wrenches work but I get it now. The other video I watched about replacing the fuel filter, the guy broke the fuel lines, so you did great. I ordered some flare nut crowfoot wrenches so I should be all set.
Can you use normal spanners
You could but those lines are usually on there pretty good. You run a very high risk of stripping out the fuel line fittings.