Fuel Filter Replacement - Complete (2 Viewers)

[Congo Cruiser]

Greetings. 1995 FZJ80. 170,500 miles.

I’m replacing my fuel filter on my own for the first time. I’ve done my research on Mud and have bookmarked several threads.

I have the FSM.

Decided to do this when I couldn’t find in my records when it was last done...and when I believe I just discovered my current fuel filter was made in China.

No idea why I don’t have an OEM fuel filter on the vehicle, as it’s only been serviced at Toyota shops. Granted, Toyota shops in Southern Africa and Latin America, but still...

So, I’d just like to verify that this is in fact the fuel filter...

This is part of one of the threads I’m looking at...

So, two things...

(1) is that photo indeed the fuel filter that says “China” on it (might not be able to see China in the photo, but it’s printed under the arrow)?

(2) any tips for a newbie doing this for the first time (I’ve of course read the FSM procedure, so I’m looking for helpful tips beyond that).

Thanks very much. I know it’s a newbie wrencher thing, so I appreciate the patience!

 

[NLXTACY]

Assuming the photo is 90º off, yes.

On the new filter, cut a notch into the tab nearest the head for ease of future installations. Torquing the rear banjo is damn near impossible so I just tighten til it stops spewing fuel

 

[Gabriel 71]

what he said NLXTACY

 

[Gabriel 71]

what he said NLXTACY

 

[LS1FJ40]

And be careful not to break your #2 knock sensor. Seriously, remove the knock sensor because you will break it. It’s right there and ready to be broken.

It’s not a horrible job. And definitely easier with notching the one side tab (it’ll be obvious why).

Oh, and don’t smoke! Or run a LP heater when doing it. You will spill gas...

 

[Congo Cruiser]

Thanks to all of you. Exactly what I’ve been looking for. Ordering a new one this evening. Hope I’m up to this.

 

[inkpot]

Pull off the oil filter and you will have much more room to reach under the intake mana fold.

 

[flintknapper]

It might seem obvious...but do NOT loosen the mounting bolts on the filter until you have first loosened the Union Bolts though the banjo fittings.

Also, guard against bending the ridged fuel line at the rear of the fuel filter. It will make lining up the union bolt difficult if you do.

Lastly, IF you don't have long, skinny, double jointed arms....get some extra crush washers, because you will be dropping some (as I did) and it seems they ALWAYS go to the nether-regions of the engine/transmission and NEVER hit the floor where you might find them.

 

[ZackR]

I found it was easier with the front tire removed and the inner mud guards pushed up out of the way. As @flintknapper mentioned make sure to loosen the banjo fittings before the filter mounting bolts.

You'll likely spill a decent amount of fuel so plan accordingly in advance. Also don't throw fuel soaked rags into a closed trash can (I lay mine out to dry in the sun before disposal).

 

[LS1FJ40]

Removing the oil filter is a great idea! Where were you a year ago when I asked for pointers @inkpot!

Definitely remove the driver front tire. And if I remember correctly I then lowered the front end down to the ground almost so I could work my way back in there from my back.

And wear safety goggles.

 

[Congo Cruiser]

Pull off the oil filter and you will have much more room to reach under the intake mana fold.

Thanks. Excellent & timely tip, as I was about to change the oil, but I’ll wait and do both together.

 

[Congo Cruiser]

These are all great tips. Thanks guys. Going to tackle this during the upcoming weekend if all goes as planned.

Reading the FSM now, but these tips are really paying off since the FSM obviously assumes mechanical knowledge and experience we don’t all have. Also reviewing my bookmarked threads.

I’m probably overthinking this, but with it being a first attempt I want all the tips I can get. Thanks again.

 

[Darb]

I recently replaced mine and this was the inside after cutting it open

 

[weejub]

Anyone have a PN on the crush washers or gaskets? Do you have to replace or can you re-use?

 

[Darb]

I put a wix filter on and it came with 2 new washers and I reused 2 others, I don’t have part numbers but my truck has 20% more power and goes up hills much better!

 

[Bill F]

I'm paying to have this done later in the week, because FIRE. Plus lazy.

 

[Formulaonehd]

Silly question as i have never attempted this either and about to do so. The amount of spillage, is there a way to reduce it ?

 

[madisonr34]

You can torque the banjos down using a wrench to hold the filter neck while using a ratcheting wrench to torque the banjos. I believe they are 19mm and 17mm.
Torque down the front banjo first with the filter off of the car. Then bolt the filter on and torque the rear banjo.

 

[LS1FJ40]

Silly question as i have never attempted this either and about to do so. The amount of spillage, is there a way to reduce it ?

I was told to release the pressure on the gas tank by loosening the gas cap. It wasn't as if I lost a gallon of gas, more like a couple of ounces. It doesn't spray out just kind of dribbled out.

 

[Congo Cruiser]

I recently replaced mine and this was the inside after cutting it open

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Thanks. I recall reading your thread when you cut it open. Interesting to see.