When to replace the Air Filter on your TOYOTA RAV4
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Air filter : 2 year / 15000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
TOYOTA RAV 4 IV (ZSA4_, ALA4_) 2.0 4WD (ZSA44_), TOYOTA RAV 4 IV (ZSA4_, ALA4_) 2.0 4WD (ZSA44_) View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

This video shows the replacement procedure of a similar car part on another vehicle

All the parts you need to replace – Air Filter for RAV 4 IV (ZSA4_, ALA4_) and other TOYOTA models
Tools
Replacement: air filter – TOYOTA RAV 4 IV (ZSA4_, ALA4_). Tools you might need:
Drive socket # 10
Ratchet wrench
Microfibre towel
Fender cover
AUTODOC recommends:
  • Replacement: air filter – TOYOTA RAV 4 IV (ZSA4_, ALA4_). Follow the maintenance schedule, recommendations, and requirements specified by the manufacturer.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: air filter – TOYOTA RAV 4 IV (ZSA4_, ALA4_). Take the following steps:
  1. Step 1
    Open the bonnet.
    Step 2
    Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
    Step 3
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    Detach the air intake hose clamp. Use a drive socket #10. Use a ratchet wrench.
  2. Step 4
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    Release the air filter cover clips.
  3. Step 5
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    Slightly raise the cover of the air filter housing.
  4. Step 6
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    Remove the filter element from the filter housing.
  5. Step 7
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    Cover the air intake hose with a microfibre towel to prevent dust and dirt from getting into the system.
  6. Step 8
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    Clean the air filter cover and housing.
    Replacement: air filter – TOYOTA RAV 4 IV (ZSA4_, ALA4_). Tip from AUTODOC:
    Before cleaning the air filter cover and housing, cover the air duct parts, mass airflow sensor (if available), throttle valve with a clean cloth.
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