2016 4Runner Oil Filter change with special tool?

[Tex-Tac]

Has anyone here attempt to change the oil filter on their 2016 4Runner?

If so did you purchase that special oil filter tool adapter remover from the dealer or did you find it cheaper somewhere else (Ebay, etc.)?

Also how difficult (if at that) was it to change the oil and oil filter?

Thanks for your time and responses

 

[Blitzkrieg]

Has anyone here attempt to change the oil filter on their 2016 4Runner?

If so did you purchase that special oil filter tool adapter remover from the dealer or did you find it cheaper somewhere else (Ebay, etc.)?

Also how difficult (if at that) was it to change the oil and oil filter?

Thanks for your time and responses

--> Less than a day old. ;-)

http://www.toyota-4runner.org/5th-gen-t4rs/111961-first-oil-change-5k-10k-sooner.html

Go to the bottom and read up.

 

[stir_fry_boy]

Has anyone here attempt to change the oil filter on their 2016 4Runner?

If so did you purchase that special oil filter tool adapter remover from the dealer or did you find it cheaper somewhere else (Ebay, etc.)?

Also how difficult (if at that) was it to change the oil and oil filter?

Thanks for your time and responses

I bought the Toyota tool from the stealer. It was $48. I like it a lot. Purchased before there were any decent aftermarket oil canister tools out. Check Amazon. It's not hard to change, easier if you don't have the TRD skid plate.

 

[Slow]

I have been using the assenmacher tool for about 4yrs now and is not absolutely needed but at Under $20 IMO why not.

 

[pinoyesv6]

I have the assenmacher tool as well its great.

when I got the new truck I got this one from a spec racing on ebay. The tundra guys swear by it along with the aluminum canister from the venza.

both are great, I like how the a spec one grips the canister by the tabs so there is less of a chance of it slipping, but then the assenmacher doesn't slip.

I really didn't need both but then again, I didn't need the toyota specific funnel from snap on as well.

 

[renau001]

http://www.toyota-4runner.org/5th-gen-t4rs/116417-oil-change-5th-gen-how-lots-pics.html

Amazon.com: Assenmacher Specialty Tools TOY 640 Oil Filter Socket Wrench for Toyota/Lexus: Automotive

 

[renau001]

I have the assenmacher tool as well its great.

when I got the new truck I got this one from a spec racing on ebay. The tundra guys swear by it along with the aluminum canister from the venza.

both are great, I like how the a spec one grips the canister by the tabs so there is less of a chance of it slipping, but then the assenmacher doesn't slip.

I really didn't need both but then again, I didn't need the toyota specific funnel from snap on as well.

Has anybody ever broken one of those tabs with type of tool? Since the factory tool is designed to distribute the torque over 14 flutes instead of 2 tabs, I'll probably stick with the AST TOY640. Both types are probably fine though.

 

[internski]

I have a 2016 changed the oil using the 640 socket and followed the DIY. Pretty straight forward. Will likely add a fumoto valve in the future.

 

[96r50]

Has anybody ever broken one of those tabs with type of tool? Since the factory tool is designed to distribute the torque over 14 flutes instead of 2 tabs, I'll probably stick with the AST TOY640. Both types are probably fine though.

If you break those tabs you're doing something wrong. Changing the canister filter is a pretty low torque operation as far as vehicle maintenance goes. I've used that tool for 5 oil changes thus far with no issues on the OEM plastic cap. I wouldn't worry about it.

 

[pinoyesv6]

i agree, the canister shouldn't be on that tight.

If you are really worried about breaking the canister, for about $30 you could upgrade to the Venza's aluminum housing.

On another note I did break my kd tools oil filter wrench on my corolla the first time I didn't let the dealership change the oil. That's when I bought the assenmacher wrench and use a 18" breaker bar to loosen it.

 

[Marine0369]

i agree, the canister shouldn't be on that tight.

If you are really worried about breaking the canister, for about $30 you could upgrade to the Venza's aluminum housing.

On another note I did break my kd tools oil filter wrench on my corolla the first time I didn't let the dealership change the oil. That's when I bought the assenmacher wrench and use a 18" breaker bar to loosen it.

I like that idea; what screws into the threads at the top (of the pic)?
Thanks,

 

[trey99ek]

I like that idea; what screws into the threads at the top (of the pic)?
Thanks,

There is another cap. It's used to drain the oil before removing the housing.

I have an ASR tool from my Camry which is now gone. I'd sell it to anyone if it fits the 4runners.

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[mrblah]

i use motivx oil filter remover and their no mess drain tube thingie.....its cheap and well made

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00XTAGHU0/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01BS7JE8...XJ&pd_rd_r=WF86FHHJ4F2XQ6BD7JVQ&pd_rd_w=TIQSd

 

[Kenstaroni]

I bought the tool off amazon, works great. Also bought the aluminum housing because, well why not replace plastic with aluminum for $35 on something that important.

 

[catrains]

I purchased the motiv filter cap tool $25.. works good .. very secure 2016 T4R...

with all the PITA on hear about this I got this tool. well since I do not bring my vehicles ALL to dealerships for any oil changes even if its for free I had no problems removing this filter cap.

you bring it in for free oil changes the person doing this is not using a torque wrench ... I torque it to 10ft lbs... the O rings does the sealing not the torque ..

gasket oil filters you screw on the filter one full turn after the filter gasket hits the engine ..

the other problem is they will over torque the pan plug..or strip the threads etc..

 

[honda99ex]

I purchased the motiv filter cap tool $25.. works good .. very secure 2016 T4R...

with all the PITA on hear about this I got this tool. well since I do not bring my vehicles ALL to dealerships for any oil changes even if its for free I had no problems removing this filter cap.

you bring it in for free oil changes the person doing this is not using a torque wrench ... I torque it to 10ft lbs... the O rings does the sealing not the torque ..

gasket oil filters you screw on the filter one full turn after the filter gasket hits the engine ..

the other problem is they will over torque the pan plug..or strip the threads etc..

i use motivx oil filter remover and their no mess drain tube thingie.....its cheap and well made

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00XTAGHU0/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01BS7JE8...XJ&pd_rd_r=WF86FHHJ4F2XQ6BD7JVQ&pd_rd_w=TIQSd

I just got my motivx tool and the aluminum oil cap but it doesn't seem very snug, lots of play? Like if I twist it, it looks to just be torquing on the two tabs... Can't see inside but definitely hitting on the two tabs... Is that right?

 

[catrains]

I just got my motivx tool and the aluminum oil cap but it doesn't seem very snug, lots of play? Like if I twist it, it looks to just be torquing on the two tabs... Can't see inside but definitely hitting on the two tabs... Is that right?

the filter cap removal tool fits good on the plastic toyota filter cap. not tight but to me secure .. better than the $10 soft thin metal cap removal tools .. good lock on this motivx socket.. since I do not use dealerships IMO I really do not need it but perhaps some day I will need it ...

 

[honda99ex]

the filter cap removal tool fits good on the plastic toyota filter cap. not tight but to me secure .. better than the $10 soft thin metal cap removal tools .. good lock on this motivx socket.. since I do not use dealerships IMO I really do not need it but perhaps some day I will need it ...

I half figured that would be the case given it's high rating, that is work well on the plastic cap. I might try and find another that works on the aftermarket aluminum cap (I believe the stock Venza cap). Thanks!

 

[catrains]

I half figured that would be the case given it's high rating, that is work well on the plastic cap. I might try and find another that works on the aftermarket aluminum cap (I believe the stock Venza cap). Thanks!

I am looking for the magnetic drain plug .. cannot find one . If you do,,, post back where I can get it ..

 

[DesertCanyons]

Oil filter canister tool

I just ordered an inexpensive socket tool off of Amazon. Here's the description:
ABN 6-8 Cylinder Oil Filter Wrench for 2.5L to 5.7L Engines - 64mm Cartridge Style -fit for Camry, RAV4, Highlander, Sienna, Tundra, Toyota, Lexus
It costs $11. The Moivx tool looked good for $24.

I plan to use this tool once and then replace the cartridge style filter with the Baxter Performance remote filter adapter. They come in a couple of types, including an adapter to use a spin on disposable filter under the engine where the OEM canister sits and another type that connects by AN-10 hoses to a remote oil filter that can be placed up higher in the engine bay, where it's more accessible. I chose to run hoses from the spin-on adapter up to the engine bay in the closest place I could find, over the left wheel well. I chose the Baxter inverted oil filter adapter to mount a Mobil1 filter on top of.

I have RCI skid plates and removing them to change the oil is a pia. My next oil change will be a lot easier.

More info on some of the options for the oil canister:
http://www.toyota-4runner.org/5th-gen-t4rs/251249-changing-metal-oil-canister.html

Many thanks to WallyT4R, Zonzin and Havik for giving me this idea in the thread linked above.

Here's the link. Search the short list of parts Baxter makes for the several versions of spin on adapters and check the "applications" chart for which model number fits the 4Runner.
https://www.bpadapters.com/applications.html
https://www.shop.bpadapters.com/TR-202-BK-Cartridge-to-Remote-Adapter-Multi-Port-TR-202-BK.htm