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How to Replace the Fuel Filter on a Land Cruiser Prado 3

Model: Toyota Land Cruiser MK 10, J120 - Years: 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009
Part: Diesel fuel filter

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This video tutorial demonstrates how to replace the fuel filter on a Land Cruiser Prado 3 by following some simple steps: First, get inside the vehicle, turn off the engine, and pull the handbrake. Lift the bonnet and secure it with the appropriate prop.

Disconnect the connector of the water presence sensor in the fuel. Using long-nose pliers, loosen the clamps on the fuel filter hoses, then disconnect the hoses from the fuel filter.

Using a 12mm socket, loosen the mounting element of the fuel filter. Remove the old fuel filter and place it in a container.

Use an 8mm socket to unscrew the bracket of the water presence sensor. Remove the adhesive rubber gasket and unscrew the water presence sensor.

Wait until all the fuel has drained. Use an 8mm socket to unscrew the clamps of the protective casing of the filter, then remove the casing.

Unscrew the cartridge and clean the mounting seat of the cartridge, then screw in the new cartridge.


Updated on 1 July 2026 by ScegliAuto


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