How to Replace the Fuel Filter on a 3rd Gen Toyota 4Runner (1996-2002)

[@TimmyTheToolman]

My 2000 Toyota 4runner factory service manual actually instructs to depressurize the fuel system by pulling the electrical connection to the fuel pump that you mention briefly and running the engine until it stalls. The engine doesn't actually start when you do this but I think it does help de-pressurize the fuel lines. It's not just the mess of gas spilling out that is a concern but lines under pressure are harder to break free. At first I didn't think removing the gas cap would help that much to also take pressure off the system but it actually does. I learned this when dropping the fuel tank on a 3rd Gen 4runner. I'm curious what manual you're using that says just wrap a rag around the fuel line when disconnecting them from the fuel filter? Anyway, welcome to the 3rd Gen 4runner club. I like your channel and I think you're going to gain quite a following over time. I watched that interview about your history and was impressed with what I learned about you. You're following your dreams and you're quite the entrepreneur. Good luck with your channel, your automotive repair business and your All Girls Garage Show. Sincerely, Timmy the Toolman

[@CaptainFALKEN]

Timmayyyy 🤙🏼

[@markanthony2873]

Awesome

[@_No_Bueno]

Getting kudos from the legend himself!

[@NewBootMedia]

I love how clear and descriptive you are with your repair! I can also clearly see what you are removing and re-installling from the tools, to the cleaning process! this is an EXCELLENT instructional video. I will highly recommend you to people that ask me HOW-TO automotive questions. Keep it up girl! you are doing great!

[@jefferyjackson3931]

PLEASE keep making the 4Runner videos!!! You have thousands and thousands of people that subscribed to your Channel just because you were so very helpful and detailed about making the Toyota 4Runner videos. Thank you so much for everything and cannot wait to see your next 4Runner video.

[@jeremyanthony9300]

#1 Toyota technician on you tube.

[@JamesDziezynski]

I still drive a battle-tested 1998 4Runner here in the mountains of Colorado. It's awesome when a semi-intimidating repair is explained so clearly. Great video, very helpful! Thanks for taking the time to make it.

[@JAnderson]

Excellent video. The audio is so clear and your descriptions of what you are showing in the video is spot on. Keep up the great work. I have 280k miles on my 99 4Runner and it's still going strong.

[@FayeHadley]

That's freaking awesome!!! I'm aaaaaalmost at 310k!!

[@Jerry-sy8rd]

FYI...in 1998 my Toyota dealer...AND the SE Toyota regional rep told me that the fuel filter on my 1995 T100 was a “non serviceable part”. This, after the fuel lines had to be destroyed getting the original off and I wanted THEM to pay for the new ones. The factory had apparently WAY OVERTIGHTENED the connections. Last year I changed it again. NO problems...except for the drips😀. Great video! It shouldn’t be a problem😅. 290,000 miles and running good!

[@Darkmattersfrank]

I have a running project 3rd Gen 4runner. It has all kinds of issues. Your videos are very helpful and well edited making it easy to understand.

[@FayeHadley]

I'm so glad that you enjoy them thank you for the feedback!!!

[@Yavor54]

I had to watch it twice. Oh, the description was perfect the first time.....

[@8avexp]

I have a '98 4Runner now that I bought in December 2022, but also had an '88 Jeep Cherokee whose fuel filter was fairly easy to get to (it was right above the rear axle). The method of replacement is very similar. On the Jeeps, you could depressurize the system by pressing down on a valve by the pressure regulator.

[@TheCarpentersSon]

I have the same exact model and you helped me change my radiator and I'm about to do this too, thanks for a great channel and video

[@howski724]

I love it when you are reaching up, you crack the line open and the fuel makes it all the way to your armpit. Guess I'm not quick enough. 😂😂 thanks for the video.

[@davidpena4266]

Very helpfully, I watched the video on my phone under the 4runner and got it done.

[@773BangLS]

Watched her on Sunday and she blessed us with a Monday video nice....

[@davidargent2688]

You know what....I found that watching a how to video made by a female to do a repair on my 2000 4runner SR5 V6 was way easier to understand than almost any other how to video I’ve watched that was done by a dude. That’s just the truth. Here’s the difference.....Faye was direct and to the point....and showed the repair very simply from start to finish.....without adding in a bunch of chitchat about stuff I don’t fucking care about right in the middle of one of the steps......which does nothing but complicate the entire repair and make it more difficult to follow and understand. Faye....you made a simple yet precise and easy to follow how to repair video and I appreciate that. For some reason I not only find that helpful....but also incredibly sexy....and now I don’t know if I want to change my fuel filter or have sexy time. 🤔 Decisions decisions. Anyway thanks.! 😁👍🏼💪🏼 P.S. I hope nothing I said offends you. I am sincerely just being honest about what I thought.....and attempting to be slightly cute/hilarious at the same time.....that’s all. Whether I accomplished that remains to be seen. 😁 Anyway thanks Faye..!!

[@stormtomlinson5431]

This helped . Made it look easy.

[@FayeHadley]

Awesome, thank you!

[@jgfinn3]

Very clear and obvious. You dont skip any steps. Thank you.

[@FayeHadley]

Of course! Glad you liked it!

[@jayrussell612]

Great instructions! 4runner running better than ever!. Just disconnected the battery like she said and used a rag. I barely leaked any gas. Thank you faye

[@ccityshep]

Just replaced my fuel filter today on my 97 4runner. My filter change didn't go as easy as your's, There was more cussing and a few eye full's of dirt in the proccess. I did get it done but man those fuel lines were a pain to get lined up, I usually fight with those type of fittings and I did notice the mounting bracket on my 97 had a welded nut on the casing that holds the filter so I just pulled the bracket and that made getting it loose a breeze. Thanks for the great video!

[@FayeHadley]

Sorry to hear that it fought you every step of the way, but doesn't it feel good to get it done now?!!!

[@ccityshep]

@@FayeHadley It does feel good to have it done, I will probably change it again after a few tanks of gas as this seems to have helped resolve my cold start issues. Thank you for the reply and keep up the great video's.

[@mike2652]

Love the music selection for this one. It’s “Chill Day” by Lakey Inspired.

[@FayeHadley]

It is!!!! Love it so much too ❤️ link is in the description 👍🏻

[@bearpaw5675]

Dang, my mechanic made the fuel filter replacement seem like a big deal. Might’ve been smoke he was blowing up my bum. Thanks for the perspective.

[@FayeHadley]

Haha well maybe it was a big deal if it was rusty??

[@bearpaw5675]

I honestly haven’t had a chance to check. It’s. 2001 2WD Sport Edition (I think) and I recently got it. The previous owner had some kind of pipe contraption installed so he didn’t need to get catalytic converters (This is all in CA by the way) and I’ve had this mechanic installing the catalytic converter, then the knock or nox sensors had to be replaced…twice. Now he’s saying the fuel filter should get replaced in the semi near future because it takes a second or two for the engine to start when the keys are turned to ignition. I don’t want to ruin my baby. What are your thoughts oh 4Runner Wizard?

[@bearpaw5675]

Also I just checked it. Not rusty at all.

[@charlesmyers3848]

Thanks for the info and for not allowing the bombardment of ads!

[@GreaseAndGravel]

Love your videos!! Thank you. I just bought a 1997 Prado 3.4 V6 and have watched a few of your vids. Cheers

[@on-site4094]

Great 👍 job as usual. Good old reliable Toyota

[@aaronshall9258]

Thanks for not forgetting the 🐔! There awesome! Happy holidays Faye!

[@christopherbrown5338]

Awesome! Thank you. Mine is having a hard time starting. I'm going to start with the spark plugs. The fuel filter will be next.

[@karlr.7342]

thanks for the video, now I can change my fuel filter on my 4runner.

[@jimlester5003]

Great video. Looks like the brake cleaner took off some paint. I know it won't cause issues, others may question. You are amazing. Thank you

[@FayeHadley]

It's a cheap filter from O'Reilly's 🤣👍🏻

[@UncutBananas]

Thank you for your content! I love working on my third-gen and I always check with you first!

[@gordonfuentes808]

Awsum video ez 2 follow along n very educational for da beginerz Mahaloz 🤙🏽😎🏝

[@jasonrussell4361]

Look how clean that frame is 😍, they don't look like that in the Midwest

[@ronaldhagadorn5512]

I know u have a money making college degree! Backing u! This tells me how much of a passion u have for mechanics! Luv u faye!

[@lianahouston8098]

Hella useful - best videos I've found so far! Working on a air-fuel mixture ratio problem with my 2000 4runner. Replaced fuel pump & filter, charcoal canister, next up is 02 sensors. Would be rad if you can do 02 sensor change video next!

[@d.4tay549]

Your voice is the only music required.

[@capritoolssupport4908]

Nice to see our air blow gun in action! As always, GREAT JOB!

[@chrisburger4518]

Helpful video - changed the fuel filter in my '01 SR5 2WD this morning. I did have to run out and get a deep 10mm socket, but otherwise easy peasy. My truck has 142K miles and I did see some black fuel run out of the filter once removed.

[@SkyBleedsBlood]

So glad my fuel filter is in my engine bay. That’s a subaru for ya

[@davemcguigan218]

Wish fuel filters were still under the hood so they were more accessible! Thanks Faye!

[@JefferyG360]

Love your videos ❤ You make it so much easier. Like how you take your time and explain more than other videos I watch.. Lol plus you speak more clear that guys with cigarettes 🚬 in their mouths 🤣

[@markreynolds3850]

Thanks for sharing this information

[@chrishelm4371]

I enjoy and appreciate the work you're putting in on the Toyotas. I just bought a 2019 Tacoma, I feel that when ever the time comes to do any maintenance I'll be well prepared.

[@darthgoggins1747]

Good to see you again Faye Merry Christmas.

[@kakihunter]

By all means keep making videos! Your adorable competence is engaging and inspiring. I have a 2000 4Runner that my son works on. He sent me your video and asked if he could replace my fuel filter. If that doesn’t speak volumes about how effective your demos are then I dunno what could be better! Kaki

[@themechanic8195]

Great explanation Faye, keep them coming :)

[@hollywooddaze8635]

Good job Faye I appreciate your clear descriptive DIY..

[@FayeHadley]

Thank you!!!

[@mr.anderson70]

We see you're ratcheting up your video production! Thanks!

[@painterman7327]

Awsome video, I have a 99 4runner your right they are easy to work on yourself and it saves a person a ton of money by doing your own repairs now I know how to go about doing the filter thanks again!

[@stephenmoxley3004]

Great video, Faye. Really enjoyed the sound track and learned a good tip about writing the date on the replaced filter. And you concluded with the silkies! Love those little guys.

[@vvindham]

Fixing my clunker one video at a time, thank you!

[@leovargas897]

Thank you for such an informative and fun to watch video! I wouldn't have been able to complete this on my 96sr5 4runner without you

[@FayeHadley]

AWWW 😅 thank you!!

[@leovargas897]

No thank you! Serious your video was straight to the point with added tips and the vibe was awesome and with all due respect you're super cute 👍

[@CaptainFALKEN]

@@leovargas897 🤦‍♂️

[@williamarauz7668]

Great video I have a? Ran my runner very low on gas now at idle it kinda bubbles but on highway it’s fine maybe fuel filter is dirty yes no

[@6104will]

Love your videos hey I just noticed your on that show All girls garage

[@EveryoneLovesUuuuuuuuuuuuu]

Very very nice video I liked it a lot very specific and to the point covered a wide variety of topics in terms of this replacement. THANK YOU

[@panaybacalaoify]

Just what is need it. Thanks!

[@FayeHadley]

Awesome!!!

[@hp2402]

Thank you for the straight forward, engaging and useful video!!

[@danmay9728]

Thanks for the tip Faye, be safe. Peace. Love the chickens.

[@tracynorton6410]

love your vids on the 4Runner....I have a 98 as well (4x4 w/ manual tranny which I refer to as the 'Homestar 4Runner family wagon'). Your videos are REALLY helpful. I bought more tools....haha.

[@crizcriz103customz]

That was good. Keep up good work. If you grind a file sharp you can actually carve into metal like a knife to wood slowly

[@0341stroker]

Love the video! Very clear and to the point

[@GO-gh6ut]

Always very professional and just like the videos keep doing what you're doing just super GOOD

[@dominicene3647]

Hey Faye. Hopefully one day you can do a video walkthrough on how to replace fuel injectors on a 3rd gen 4Runner.

[@FayeHadley]

I can definitely do that!

[@dominicene3647]

@@FayeHadley omg yayyy! That would be awesome and epic!

[@rbspider]

Great camera work , love the close ups . I will admit that seeing all that fuel made me nervous .

[@dukemagnus6620]

Very informative, thank you!

[@rubywhite8119]

Thank you. Didn't look that hard.thanks.

[@brianreese9318]

The Toyota Corolla 99 is stuburn when it comes to temp issues in the 1.8

[@micksadventures7958]

Faye needs to add some guy style T-shirt to her online store😁👍🏻

[@markholtan5696]

Great step by step instructions......thanks 👍👍 great video

[@phillippearce9680]

Well Done! You made it look easy.

[@jeremyanthony9300]

Excellent video Faye. Love your channel. Merry Christmas and happy New Year to you and your family.

[@Anver939]

That’s super easy. But I have 1996 4 runner base line with a 2.7 4 cylinder and they put it in a hard to get area. Can you make a video On how to do the 2 .7? Much app

[@yogib37]

fuel filter on my '87 Mercedes Benz. all up front in the engine compartment all you need to do is get the Pre fuel filter and then the main one that is just at the front. take your 19mm socket loosen it up take the bolt out and wiggle it around and it is off, make sure you put clean diesel in the filter and then put it back.. simple

[@petercannava3236]

thanks for another great video!!

[@adamw4469]

Good stuff Faye, keep the vids coming as you can!

[@sodbuster518able]

I like the brand type of tires you have on your Toyota.

[@darrinwatts9229]

Love faye on your wrenches

[@joubess]

This reminds me, I need to change the fuel filter in my Honda! It's 22 years old and I don't recall it ever being changed.

[@PkmnMasterFroy]

Do you have a video doing the big 3 upgrade New subscriber love the channel keep it up dude👊🏼

[@arechj]

Thanks - very helpful video!

[@FayeHadley]

You're welcome!!

[@jasongannon7676]

Thanks for your time making the video

[@peterlakers1]

Great video You're funny and fun to watch...👍

[@emmalove135]

Hey Faye, Thank you for the update. I appreciate it lots and I appreciate you for all you do on KZbin to educate me and the rest of us who don’t know how to do these things. Thanks for including those beautiful girls at the end... “ Shop Chickens “ are the “ tops”.( Oh, Oh Oh no more corn, must wipe the beak.) 👍👍👩🏻‍🔧🐓🐓🌟😉😀. Btw Merry Christmas 🎄 & Happy Hanukkah 🕎

[@samadrid6321]

I have a 2002 Tacoma, same set-up as your 4Runner. I changed the fuel filter without disabling the fuel system, I'm lazy. When I cracked the connectors on the filter some gas leaked out, not much, nothing of concern. Goddamn that thing was on tight. I did this at the parking lot at work, so I made a mess there and not in my driveway.

[@dave-d-grunt]

Good video! Made it simple and easy. More!

[@4runners496]

I got the filter, I got the wrenches, I could never get the lines off the old filter due to corrosion. So, I put everything up and decided that the old filter was going to be good enough.

[@tj4034]

Merry Christmas Faye. 🎄🐣🐤🐥🎄

[@user-rr6eb2wi2l]

Thank you Faye. I wish my 2004 was that easy. Mine is inside the tank 😔 Alway learn from you though.

[@sambo314]

19mm open wrench 14mm line wrench 10mm open wrench Shallow socket Rags PB Blaster, if needed

[@jeffreyperkins2053]

Thanks Faye

[@luismendoza4764]

Hey that is very helpful.

[@davestewart9146]

Nice video Faye 👍😁

[@heathstall5007]

Wish there were more lady's like you, thanks

[@mrgrey4344]

At 4:30 when you did the second startup did u touch the accelerator to help send the fuel? Asking bcuz my 2002 4runner cuts off sometimes after filling gas. It starts and immediately dies. I pump the gas in order to get it to startup, runs fine after. Also starts fine every time after until it’s time to fill up again. Am i possibly losing pressure somewhere? Love all ur vids btw, ur super easy to follow! I’ve gained some confidence to tackle this job trying to remedy my issue! U earned a new sub+👍🏽

[@jacklabloom635]

Thank you for the video. I need to change the fuel filter on my '03 Tundra. I assume the procedure is the same.

[@younope9995]

Great job.

[@chiil034]

No dedicated fuel pump fuse? That's what I do on my car and works all the time. :)

[@dustyroads204]

Great vid Faye!! 🐔🐔

[@jonnydelatorres5933]

I have a 2000 Toyota 4runner limited, but I don't know how to change the cabin air filter, could you make a video to see what it is like?

[@S_p_a_r_k_y]

Like these videos. Waiting for the next one...

[@robertzachry1489]

You made it kook so easy! Hope I make you proud!

[@tazmankb26]

Thanks Faye- you rock! Seems straightforward and better than having to use the gas line release tools. Is it similar process for a 4th gen 4runner (2008)?