Recommended replacement interval for the part category Oil filter : 12 month / 15000 km

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This replacement procedure can be used for:
TOYOTA 4 Runner (_N5_, _N6_, _N7_) 2.4 4WD (RN50, RN55, RN60) … View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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All the parts you need to replace – Oil Filter for 4 Runner (_N5_, _N6_, _N7_) and other TOYOTA models

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Replacement: engine oil and filter – TOYOTA 4 RUNNER (RN5_, LN5_, VZN6_, RN7_, RN6_). List of the tools you'll need:

                      All-purpose cleaning spray
                    
                      Oil filter cup socket 76-14F
                    
                      Drive socket # 17 
                    
                      Ratchet wrench
                    
                      Torque wrench
                    
                      Oil drain pan
                    
                      Funnel
                    
                      Fender cover

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Replacement: engine oil and filter – TOYOTA 4 RUNNER (RN5_, LN5_, VZN6_, RN7_, RN6_). Tip from AUTODOC:

Replace the oil filter every time when changing motor oil.
All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Wear gloves to prevent contact with hot liquid.

Replacement: engine oil and filter – TOYOTA 4 RUNNER (RN5_, LN5_, VZN6_, RN7_, RN6_). Use the following procedure:

Step 1

Open the hood.

Step 2

Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.

Step 3

Clean the cap of the oil filler neck. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
Step 4

Unscrew the oil filler plug.
Step 5

Lift the car using a jack or place it over an inspection pit.

Replacement: engine oil and filter – TOYOTA 4 RUNNER (RN5_, LN5_, VZN6_, RN7_, RN6_). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
The vehicle must be on even keel, and if it is at an angle, the drain plug must be at the lowest point.
Step 6

Put a waste oil container with at least 7 l capacity under the drainage hole.
Step 7

Unscrew the drain plug. Use a drive socket #17. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 8

Drain the used oil.

Replacement: engine oil and filter – TOYOTA 4 RUNNER (RN5_, LN5_, VZN6_, RN7_, RN6_). Tip:
Caution! The oil may be hot.
Step 9

Clean the oil filter. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
Step 10

Unscrew the oil filter. Use the 76-14F socket. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 11

Prepare a container for the old oil filter. Put the old oil filter in the container.

Replacement: engine oil and filter – TOYOTA 4 RUNNER (RN5_, LN5_, VZN6_, RN7_, RN6_). Professionals recommend:
Move up the container. The oil starts to drain out of the drainage hole immediately after you have removed the oil filter.
Step 12

Wait until the oil has completely drained from the drainage hole.
Step 13

Clean the area of the oil pan drainage hole.
Step 14

Screw in the new oil drain plug. Use a drive socket #17. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 15

Tighten the oil drain plug. Use a drive socket #17. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 30 Nm torque.

Step 16

Clean the area of the oil pan drainage hole. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.

Step 17

Lower the car.

Step 18

Lubricate the rubber seal of the new filter with a little amount of fresh oil.
Step 19

Screw the new filter into its place. Use the 76-14F socket. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 20 Nm torque.
Step 20

Remove the oil filler cap. Insert the funnel.
Step 21

Pour new oil into the engine in the amount recommended by the car manufacturer.

Replacement: engine oil and filter – TOYOTA 4 RUNNER (RN5_, LN5_, VZN6_, RN7_, RN6_). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
Use the oil recommended by the manufacturer.
Step 22

Check the oil level using the dipstick. Top up oil if necessary.

Please note!
The oil level should be between the Min and Max marks.
Step 23

Tighten the oil filler cap.
Step 24

Run the engine for a few minutes. After the oil pressure warning light goes out, stop the engine.

Step 25

Check the oil level 5 minutes after the stop of the engine operation using a dipstick and add oil if necessary.

Please note!
The oil level should be between the Min and Max marks.Make sure that the oil filler cap is properly tightened.Check the threaded plug of the drainage hole and the oil filter seal for tightness. If necessary, carefully tighten them up.
Step 26

Remove the fender protection cover.

Step 27

Close the hood.

Replacement: engine oil and filter – TOYOTA 4 RUNNER (RN5_, LN5_, VZN6_, RN7_, RN6_). AUTODOC recommends:
Note that oil pressure warning light, which indicates insufficient pressure in the lubrication system, may be on for a longer time than usual. After a few seconds, the oil will fill all the channels, and the light will go out. To protect the environment from pollution, be sure to dispose of the used filters at special collection points.

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