When to replace the Oil Filter on your TOYOTA LAND CRUISER
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Oil filter : 12 month / 15000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
TOYOTA LAND CRUISER (KDJ12_, GRJ12_) 4.0 (GRJ120, GRJ125, GRJ121), TOYOTA LAND CRUISER (KDJ12_, GRJ12_) 4.0 (GRJ120) View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change oil filter on TOYOTA LAND CRUISER PRADO 3 (J120) [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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All the parts you need to replace – Oil Filter for LAND CRUISER (KDJ12_, GRJ12_) and other TOYOTA models
Tools
Replacement: engine oil and filter – Toyota Prado J120. 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
Replacement: engine oil and filter – Toyota Prado J120. 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 Prado J120. Use the following procedure:
  1. Step 1
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    Open the hood.
  2. Step 2
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    Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
  3. Step 3
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    Clean the cap of the oil filler neck. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
  4. Step 4
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    Unscrew the oil filler plug.
  5. Step 5
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    Lift the car using a jack or place it over an inspection pit.
    Replacement: engine oil and filter – Toyota Prado J120. 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.
  6. Step 6
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    Put a waste oil container with at least 7 l capacity under the drainage hole.
  7. Step 7
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    Unscrew the drain plug. Use a drive socket #17. Use a ratchet wrench.
  8. Step 8
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    Drain the used oil.
    Replacement: engine oil and filter – Toyota Prado J120. Tip:
    Caution! The oil may be hot.
  9. Step 9
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    Clean the oil filter. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
  10. Step 10
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    Unscrew the oil filter. Use the 76-14F socket. Use a ratchet wrench.
  11. Step 11
    Prepare a container for the old oil filter. Put the old oil filter in the container.
    Replacement: engine oil and filter – Toyota Prado J120. 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
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    Wait until the oil has completely drained from the drainage hole.
  12. Step 13
    LAND CRUISER (KDJ12_, GRJ12_) 3.0 D (LJ120, LJ125) 2004 Oil Filter DIY replacement workshop manual
    Clean the area of the oil pan drainage hole.
  13. Step 14
    How to change Oil Filter on TOYOTA LAND CRUISER (KDJ12_, GRJ12_) 2005 - tips and tricks
    Screw in the new oil drain plug. Use a drive socket #17. Use a ratchet wrench.
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