Fuel Filter Change -Toyota Landcruiser 100 Series / Lexus LX470 (V8 Petrol)

How to change the fuel filter on a Toyota Landcruiser 100 Series or Lexus LX470, with 4.7L 2UZ-FE V8 petrol engine (model UZJ100R), year models 1998-2007. This engine can also be found in the Toyota 4Runner, Tundra and Sequoia models.
The maintenance interval for replacement of the fuel filter in the UZJ100 is 80,000 km (50,000 miles) or 4 years, as per the Toyota warranty & service manual for this car.
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0:00 Introduction
00:15 Tools and parts
00:53 Disconnecting fuel pump connector and relieving high pressure
01:47 Removing existing fuel filter
04:28 Preparing new fuel filter (re-using clips)
05:29 Installing new fuel filter
07:34 Re-connecting fuel pump connector and priming
08:55 Conclusion
Parts used:
Toyota 23300-50090 fuel filter assembly
Toyota 90923-07002 fuel tube connector green clip (shown re-used, but green clip is sold separately if replacing with new)
Tools used:
14mm flare nut spanner (or open-end spanner)
19mm flare nut spanner (or open-end spanner)
10mm socket
Socket wrench with extension to suit above socket
Paper towels
Small plastic container (for spills)
Safety glasses and nitrile gloves (strongly recommended)
Tightening specification - flare nut on high pressure pipe union (back side of fuel filter):
After applying a light coat of engine oil to the flare nut, use Toyota SST 09023-12700 on a torque wrench with fulcrum length of 30cm, with torque wrench set to 25 lb-ft (34 Nm).
This arrangement using the 30cm torque wrench with SST (spanner extension) is equivalent to tightening the nut to 28 lb-ft (38 Nm).
All genuine part numbers were found by entering vehicle VIN number into PartSouq:
partsouq.com/
Disclaimer: At 2nd Gear Low, we love working on cars, but we are not trained mechanics. We like completing maintenance and modifications to all sorts of cars and filming it for your entertainment, but we can’t promise that you won’t harm yourself, someone else, your car or your warranty by trying this. Talk to a qualified mechanic if you are ever unsure about any part of a job that you choose to try yourself.

[@shesharqader692]

Please post more LC100 maintenance and replacement videos. Thanks mate 🙏🏽

[@2ndGearLow]

Thanks Sheshar, more to come on the 100 in the future!

[@willmtaylor]

I was able to do this job easily by following this video. The worst part was the bottom 10mm bolt. Much appreciated. Note: fuel pump power is on driver’s side on left hand drive models.

[@2ndGearLow]

Thanks Will, we really appreciate your feedback. Yes, thanks for clarifying that. We have tried in more recent videos to just say left and right rather than passenger/driver side, as in this case the connector is on the left side regardless of which market the car is from. Thanks

[@jonathanconley1960]

Nice and easy. Well organized and straightforward. Just ordered my filter to DIY. Thanks!

[@2ndGearLow]

Thanks for the feedback Jonathan. Good luck with the install!

[@MADJ507]

Justo lo que necesitaba. Claro y conciso, muchas graciasssss!

[@cidpusa700]

Just a follow up I used a Fram filter and followed your instructions , did not disconnect the fuel pump. The procdure went great . Thanks for all the instructions.

[@2ndGearLow]

Thanks for watching Imran

[@kamalmani695]

Very clear video. Thanks for putting it together.

[@2ndGearLow]

Thanks Kamal, we're glad you enjoyed it!

[@mirwaisrahin3831]

Thank you. Great video. I am going to use your instruction today to change mine.

[@2ndGearLow]

Thanks Mirwais!

[@scotttucker3673]

Good video, very clear instructions and well presented.

[@2ndGearLow]

Thanks Scott, we appreciate your feedback

[@willmtaylor]

Great video. Very clear. Thanks mate.

[@2ndGearLow]

Thanks for watching, we really appreciate it!

[@hanxor]

I've watched this video 3 times to completion - I AM READY TO DO THIS MYSELF - Thank you!

[@2ndGearLow]

Thanks Hanxor, glad it helped!

[@hanxor]

@@2ndGearLow Update: SUCCESS - wow that fuel pump plug connecter was a pain to get on and off! Thank you for the guide

[@TheManzoormd]

Thank you Bro, Excellent Job!! Will do mine Soon.

[@2ndGearLow]

Thanks for watching and we appreciate your feedback!

[@TheLandCriuserz]

Awesome videos, I’m looking at buying one and serving it myself! Keep them coming! Ps: can you do a video on that steering wheel replacement if possible!!!

[@cidpusa700]

Awesome impresive great lesson

[@2ndGearLow]

Thanks Imran!

[@17clips]

Great instructional

[@2ndGearLow]

Thank you!

[@g.m.webster7442]

Was able to change mine out today. If you don't run the fuel out of the system before starting the job, it's not a big deal because it only drips a little bit out of the lines anyway. Most of the fuel is in the filter, so you have sort of plug up the holes as you twist and rotate it out. Still want to be careful, though. Thanks for the video!

[@2ndGearLow]

Thanks for the feedback!

[@illustriouslaz]

Definitely need a flare nut wrench (spanner) I couldnt do the job without it, had to order one for the job

[@2ndGearLow]

Thanks for your feedback Tom, definitely a tool worth having in the kit

[@Do-iz6qd]

Just did the fuel filter and I'll be buggered how you got that harness off underneath the car? I cracked the harness using a pair of pliers for a little bit of purchase and decided to leave well enough alone. I ended up disconnecting the battery but otherwise followed your directions. Cheers for the video.

[@fox3501]

Thanks that’s a great informative installation process. What type of steering wheel is that?

[@2ndGearLow]

Thanks for the feedback Michael. This steering wheel is from a Toyota Camry but there are other options. Your best bet would be to look through the 100 series Facebook group which has plenty of info on what fits and what is required to make the controls work. There are both hard-wired and Bluetooth options. Hope this helps!

[@BGSGBF]

Excellet video! Question, if you don't mind: would be the FF's part number and activity be the same for TLC 100 with 1FE-HZ?

[@2ndGearLow]

Hi, thanks for watching! We're not aware of any 1FE-HZ engine, but this fuel filter is unique to the V8 petrol engine shown, i.e. other 100 series Landcruiser engines use different fuel filter part numbers.

[@Tahakamee]

Hey there, nice tutorial, did get any change in power or fuel consumption by changing the filter out?

[@2ndGearLow]

Hi Taha, there has been no noticeable difference in power or fuel consumption so far.

[@petr11135]

Почему должно что то изменится? Это просто фильтр

[@fatheadmeetoo2891]

Great video. Any noticeable difference in fuel consumption?

[@2ndGearLow]

Thanks for the feedback! Not really, no. But there are many factors at play. If you are having issues with high fuel consumption and have tried other things, this is a relatively inexpensive thing to try. Best of luck!

[@sammydprs1]

Hey mate. Have you had any charcoal canister dramas with your cruiser? I have a 100 series 2004 Kakadu. Having issues with fuel vapour venting from the fuel cap area.

[@2ndGearLow]

Hi Sam, now that you mention it I have noticed a fuel smell from that area from time to time. What kind of issues are you having?

[@rit11]

My 2002 100series petrol also has fuel smell sometimes. I thought I may heave overfilled it. But now after stopping at the first click still getting fuel smell.

[@jasonthorpe831]

Where did you get that steering wheel?? Is this suitable for the 100 Series??

[@senglee2330]

Nice Job! BTW how do you know when to replace it? Miles? or just Age?

[@2ndGearLow]

Thanks for watching Seng! Our warranty and service manual shows that the fuel filter should be replaced every 80,000 kms (50,000 miles) or 48 months (4 years), whichever comes first. You can see a snapshot from that manual on screen right near the start of the video

[@LarsonHicksShow]

My son followed these instructions and replaced my fuel filter. Seemed to go well, but now it’s leaking fuel from around that green clip. Seems like there’s a fair bit of play there. Any suggestions?

[@2ndGearLow]

Hi Larson, I'd start by looking at whether the correct part number was used for the fuel filter, as if the nozzle is a different size it won't seal at the connection inside where the green clip is. You could also look at replacing the green clip if it's not holding properly, as these are very inexpensive - part number 90923-07002.

[@LarsonHicksShow]

@@2ndGearLow Seems like the clip is clipping fine. Not sure on the part # for the unit we replaced. Seems like the right unit - except for this issue.

[@paulloza9219]

Can you do this on an 80 pls

[@2ndGearLow]

Hi Paul, FZJ80 fuel filter is one we're planning to film in a future video. Thanks for watching

[@Shtaleeeeeeee]

I went ot official Toyota dealership after watching this video and asked for this filter and they said nobody changes this in Iceland😂 I had to order it imported it costs 65 euros.

[@2ndGearLow]

That's very interesting Petar! Hope changing it goes better than buying it 😅

[@dariog36th]

Couldn't you just take out the fuse for the fuel pump instead of disconnecting it?

[@2ndGearLow]

Hi Dario, yes - there are multiple ways to disconnect power from the fuel pump and reduce the pressure. The method shown follows the factory service manual

[@dariog36th]

@@2ndGearLow got it, thanks.