Tech Tips
When replacing the filter, use TOYOTA genuine parts or equivalent parts.
REMOVE FUEL TANK CAP ASSEMBLY
REMOVE FUEL FILTER ELEMENT ASSEMBLY
Disconnect the clogging switch connector and level warning switch connector.
Disconnect the 2 fuel hoses.
Loosen the fuel filter drain plug and drain the fuel from the fuel filter.
Tighten the fuel filter drain plug.
Using a screwdriver as a lever, loosen the fastener nut until it can be loosened by hand.
Fully loosen the fastener nut by hand.
Tech Tips
Loosen the fastener nut until the fuel filter cap can be removed.
To remove the fuel filter cap, pull up one side of the fuel filter cap and then lift it off as shown in the illustration.
Remove the fuel filter element from the fuel filter case.
Remove the O-ring from the fuel filter case.