1991-1996 Toyota Camry Oil and Oil Filter Replacement

Step 1

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• Locate the oil filter under the exhaust manifold in the front of the vehicle
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Step 2

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• Place the Lisle 63600 Oil Filter Tool over the filter, use an extension on the ratchet to reach around the hot manifold, and loosen the filter
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• Be careful not to burn yourself on the hot manifold.

Step 3

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• Unscrew the oil filter and let it drain into the oil drain pan
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• Make sure the pan is aligned to catch oil from both the filter and drain plug.

Step 4

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• Carefully remove the old oil filter
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Step 5

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• Clean the mating surface where the new filter will be installed
• Ensure there are no old seals or debris that could affect the new filter's seal
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Step 6

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• Install the new oil filter by hand tightening it
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Step 7

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TOOL USED ON THIS STEP 14 mm socket Referenced by the iFixit guide

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• Move to the oil drain plug location and remove it using the 14mm socket and ratchet
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• Let the oil drain into the pan
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Step 8

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• Replace the old gasket on the drain plug with a new one, if necessary
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Step 9

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TOOL USED ON THIS STEP 14 mm socket Referenced by the iFixit guide

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• Tighten the drain plug using the 14mm socket
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• Clean up any excess oil
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Step 10

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• Refill the engine with 5W-30 oil using a funnel
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• This engine should take about five quarts
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• Be careful when filling the oil, as there is a plate just under the fill opening that can cause spills
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• Tilt the funnel to ensure the oil goes into the engine
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