When to replace the Pollen Filter on your TOYOTA RAV4
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Pollen filter : 2 year / 20000 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 D (ALA40_), TOYOTA RAV 4 IV (ZSA4_, ALA4_) 2.0 4WD (ZSA44_), TOYOTA RAV 4 IV (ZSA4_, ALA4_) 2.2 D 4WD (ALA49), TOYOTA RAV 4 IV (ZSA4_, ALA4_) 2.0 (ZSA42), TOYOTA RAV 4 IV (ZSA4_, ALA4_) 2.5 4WD (ASA44), TOYOTA RAV 4 IV (ZSA4_, ALA4_) 2.0 D 4WD (ALA41_), TOYOTA RAV 4 IV (ZSA4_, ALA4_) 2.5 4WD (ASA44), TOYOTA RAV 4 IV (ZSA4_, ALA4_) 2.0 4WD (ZSA44_), TOYOTA RAV 4 IV (ZSA4_, ALA4_) 2.0 D (WWA42_), TOYOTA RAV 4 IV (ZSA4_, ALA4_) 2.5 (ASA42), TOYOTA RAV 4 IV (ZSA4_, ALA4_) 2.5 Hybrid (AVA42_), TOYOTA RAV 4 IV (ZSA4_, ALA4_) 2.0 (ZSA42), TOYOTA RAV 4 IV (ZSA4_, ALA4_) 2.2 D 4WD (ALA49), TOYOTA RAV 4 IV (ZSA4_, ALA4_) 2.5 (ASA42), TOYOTA RAV 4 IV (ZSA4_, ALA4_) 2.5 Hybrid 4WD (AVA44, AVA44_) 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 – Pollen Filter for RAV 4 IV (ZSA4_, ALA4_) and other TOYOTA models
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Replacement: pollen filter – TOYOTA RAV 4 IV (ZSA4_, ALA4_). Tip from AUTODOC:
  • Replace the cabin filter at least once every six months, in early spring and autumn seasons.
  • Follow the terms, recommendations and requirements of the part operation provided by the manufacturer.
  • If the air flow into the cabin has sharply reduced, replace the filter before a scheduled maintenance.
  • Warning! Shut down the engine before starting any work – TOYOTA RAV 4 IV (ZSA4_, ALA4_).
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
    How to change Pollen Filter on TOYOTA RAV 4 IV (ZSA4_, ALA4_) 2012 - free PDF and video manuals
    Open the glove box.
  2. Step 2
    How to replace TOYOTA RAV 4 IV (ZSA4_, ALA4_) 2.2 D 4WD (ALA49) 2013 Pollen Filter - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    Detach the stopper (strap) from the glove box lid.
  3. Step 3
    TOYOTA RAV 4 IV (ZSA4_, ALA4_) 2.0 D (ALA40_) 2014 Pollen Filter replacement: free workshop manuals
    Release the cabin filter cover clips.
  4. Step 4
    Changing Pollen Filter on TOYOTA RAV 4 IV (ZSA4_, ALA4_) 2.0 D (WWA42_) 2015 by yourself
    Remove the cabin filter housing cover.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: pollen filter – TOYOTA RAV 4 IV (ZSA4_, ALA4_). To avoid damaging the part when removing it, do not use excessive force.
  5. Step 5
    How to remove TOYOTA RAV4 2.0 D 4WD (ALA41_) 2016 Pollen Filter - online easy-to-follow instructions
    Remove the cabin filter.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Do not attempt to clean and reuse the filter - it will affect the quality of air cleaning inside the car.
  6. Step 6
    How to replace Pollen Filter on TOYOTA RAV 4 IV (ZSA4_, ALA4_) 2017: download PDF manuals and video instructions
    Install the cabin filter to its mounting seat.
    Replacement: pollen filter – TOYOTA RAV 4 IV (ZSA4_, ALA4_). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
    Check out the correct location of the filter element. Do not skew.Follow the air flow direction arrow on the filter.TOYOTA RAV 4 IV (ZSA4_, ALA4_) – It's important to only use high-quality filters.
  7. Step 7
    How hard is it to do yourself: Pollen Filter replacement on TOYOTA RAV 4 IV (ZSA4_, ALA4_) 2.5 Hybrid 4WD (AVA44, AVA44_) 2018 - download illustrated guide
    Reinstall the cabin filter housing cover. Make sure you hear a click indicating that it is locked in place.
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