How to replace the engine air filter — Toyota RAV4 2020

Tools you'll need

• Screwdriver (if needed)
• Rags
• Gloves
• Flashlight
• New filter box (to compare sizes)

Parts you'll need

• New engine air filter

Steps

1. Park, turn the engine off, and open the hoodPark on flat ground, turn the engine off, and let it cool. Open the hood and find the black plastic air filter box on one side of the engine bay.
2. Unclip the airbox coverRelease the metal clips or screws holding the airbox lid. On the RAV4 you may also need to unplug the sensor connector and loosen the intake hose clamp first.
   Tip: Take a quick photo of the clips and hoses before you take them apart.
3. Lift the cover and take out the old filterLift the lid carefully and pull the old rectangular filter out. Note which side faces up so the new one goes in the same way.
4. Clean out the airboxWipe leaves, dirt, and dust out of the bottom of the airbox with a rag. Do not let debris fall into the intake tube.
5. Drop in the new filterSet the new filter into the box so it sits flat and the rubber edge seals all the way around. It should fit snugly with no gaps.
6. Refit the cover and check the clipsSet the lid back on, snap the clips shut, and reconnect the sensor and hose if you removed them. Close the hood and start the engine to check that it runs normally.

Safety first

Make sure the engine is off and cool before you open the airbox. If you are not confident, have a qualified technician do this job.