The manufacturer, the automaker Toyota, recommends replacing the replacement element of the engine air filter on the Camry model when a certain mileage is reached. But it is worth remembering that when using a car in an aggressive environmental environment, the service life of air filters can be significantly reduced.
City dust and dirt quickly clog the working surfaces of replaceable filters. This state of affairs leads to a significant loss of engine power. To achieve the designed power, your car will have to burn more fuel. In addition, dirt exfoliating from the surface of the filter can enter the liner-piston group, causing premature wear of the cylinder walls and working surfaces of the pistons.
A car with a clogged air filter is like a chain smoker trying to run a long distance. Naturally, he will not be able to show any acceptable result.
In order to determine the condition of the air filter surfaces, many car models have special sensors. They can be either mechanical or electrical, displaying information on the instrument panel. However, in some cases, checking the condition of the working surface of the engine air filter can only be done by visual inspection. You should not wait until your scheduled maintenance is due to perform this operation.
You can inspect and, if necessary, replace the air flow filter replacement element on your Toyota Camry yourself, if necessary. To do this, you don’t need to turn to advanced technical specialists - your own, even limited technical knowledge and a minimal set of tools will be enough for you. By regularly inspecting and replacing the engine air filter, you allow your car to “breathe deeply” and deliver the declared power.
If you have checked the condition of the filter and do not want to replace it yet, we can advise you to mechanically clean the replacement element. This can be done using a vacuum cleaner or a stream of compressed air.
Step-by-step instructions for replacing the air filter on a Toyota Camry
In order to replace the replacement air flow filter on your Toyota Camry, you need to open the hood. The air filter box cap on this model is secured with special fixing clips - open them and remove the filter box cap.
Here is a replacement engine air filter element. Remove the old filter, thoroughly clean the filter box from any remaining dirt and place the new replacement element in the seat, following the marks. After this, you can close the hood and start the car with a clear conscience - your engine breathes clean air.
The Toyota Camry has been in production for four decades now, enjoying stable popularity in Russia - while the car is little known in Europe (where the Avensis occupied its niche), it has been produced for the Russian market near St. Petersburg since 2005. This, in turn, has significantly increased the number of V40 and V50 cars on the roads.
By replacing the cabin filter yourself on a Toyota Camry of these generations, you can use the same algorithm, so this article is relevant for all cars from 2005 to the present day.
How often should I replace it?
According to the maintenance schedule, maintenance is carried out every 10 thousand mileage, so replacing the Toyota Camry cabin filter should be carried out exactly at this frequency. Unlike most modern cars, where the To frequency is stretched to 15 thousand, the Camry cabin filter quietly withstands its service mileage, and more frequent replacement is required only in rare cases.
During summer operation in dusty regions, the filter resource may not be enough - at low fan speeds, the lack of performance may become noticeable even earlier. However, the ease of replacement does not make the replacement more difficult.
A similar problem arises in city traffic jams - although microscopic soot particles are invisible to the eye, they are immediately visible from the gray-black coating on the filter curtain. Moreover, they literally saturate the filter: the coating is also visible on the back side of the curtain, where ordinary dust does not penetrate.
The horizontal installation of the cabin filter in the compartment also made it sensitive to the ingress of organic matter (pollen, poplar fluff, leaves) - in combination with humidity, this quickly leads to the spread of rot; such a filter will have to be changed, even if it is still almost not clogged with dust.
Choosing a cabin filter
Confusion when choosing a filter is caused by the fact that even within the same model range, but in different years, different filter numbers may appear in catalogs. However, in practice they are of the same type, so to search for analogues you can safely use the number 87139-50060 or 87139-30070.
Moreover, depending on the number, the price of essentially the same filter can differ markedly, ranging from 1300 to 2300 rubles - but in any case, taking into account the frequency of replacement, this price cannot be called adequate. Therefore, analogues of the original filter deserve more attention:
- TSN 9.7.153,
- Filtron K 1210A,
- Sakura CAC-1114,
- MANN CUK 1919,
- Blue Print ADT32522,
- Mahle LAK 490,
- Fram CFA10322.
Instructions for replacing the cabin filter on a Toyota Camry
The replacement procedure is simple enough to do it yourself and without additional tools.
First, we traditionally empty the glove compartment of its contents - it will have to be removed from the restraints by folding it down.
Then, by pressing on the sides of the glove compartment in the rear, we remove the limiters from the slots in the plastic. It is better not to let them come into contact with the cladding - noticeable scratches will remain. In cold weather, the interior needs to be heated well - the plastic will become softer and more pliable.
The cabin filter cover is clearly visible behind the folded-down glove compartment.
To remove the cover, simply press the side latches with your fingers.
Insert the new filter with the arrow on the side down, then close the lid and return the glove compartment to its place.
Once a year, it makes sense to combine replacing the cabin filter with antibacterial treatment of the air conditioner evaporator.
Lifting the trim at the front passenger's feet, we find the air conditioning drain pipe.
Having pulled it out with the seal from the hole in the body, we insert the extension tube of the aerosol can with the cleaning agent into the drainage.
Having filled the volume of the box with the product, we quickly remove the cylinder tube from the drainage and return the drainage to its place so that the product, carrying with it the dirt, flows out of the body. At the same time, we switch the air conditioner to recirculation, directing the air flow at low fan speeds to the feet. Please note that the air flow will carry some of the product into your feet - the liquid will collect on the mats, so it is worth using suitable containers.
This part is a paper or felt air-cleaning element that protects the air-fuel mixture preparation chamber from various contaminants such as dust and sand. This is an integral element necessary for the correct operation of an internal combustion engine.
A poor-quality or worn-out filter will allow dust and other small particles into the engine. This can lead to incorrect operation of the internal combustion engine and other unpleasant aspects. Remember that early replacement of the Toyota Camry v40 and v50 air filter is the key to maintaining a long engine life.
When to replace
Typically, the regularity of purchasing a new filter is 15-30 thousand kilometers, however, this is an individual indicator for each car. It largely depends on weather conditions and terrain. In urban environments or desert areas, clogging will occur much faster. The best way to determine the condition of the filter is to perform a visual inspection. If the part is black or dark brown, it means it's time to buy a new air filter.
Neglecting replacement can lead to several consequences, in particular:
- Increased fuel consumption.
- Significant loss of power.
- Increased carbon dioxide (CO2) content in the exhaust.
- In the long term - engine failure and the need for major repairs.
Changing the air filter in a Toyota Camry
The air filter is located in the engine compartment of the car. Before starting work, we recommend preparing several rags, a set of spanners (preferably with a ratchet, since space is limited) and a new filter. To change the air filter in a Camry, follow these simple steps:
This completes the entire procedure. If the filter box is in a clean state, then everything is much simpler, since you just need to insert a new filter to replace the old one.
Every car owner can replace the air filter in his garage. You do not have to contact an expensive service center and pay money for this simple procedure. Never skimp on buying a filter, as its cost (compared to a major engine overhaul) is simply incommensurable.
Replacing the air filter on a Camry V50 is a standard and one of the simplest periodic maintenance procedures. It is quite possible to change the air filter yourself; no tools are required.
When to change and what air filter to install on Camry V50
The maintenance schedule specifies the frequency of replacing the air filter at 40,000 km. At the same time, at 20,000 it is recommended to check and clean the filter if it is very dirty.
For the 2013 Toyota Camry V50, air filters Fram CA10171, Wix 49223, K&N 33-2370 or 33-2381, Toyota 17801-YZZ02 are suitable. Approximate the cost of such filters ranges from 1.5 thousand rubles to 5-6 thousand. It is worth considering that there are original Toyota filters at a price of 400-600 rubles. Prices as of March 2016.
How to change the air filter on a Camry V50
The air filter housing is located in the engine compartment on the right "driver's" side. The lid is secured with a pair of fasteners that need to be removed. Then lift the lid and pull out the old filter.
The filter housing should be blown out of dust before installing a new air filter.
If the filter is not very dirty or it is a more expensive washable model, it can be cleaned. Or just install a new filter in a clean housing. Then lower the housing cover and secure it with the clasps.
On average, it is recommended to change the air filter every 10,000 - 15,000 km, depending on the operating conditions of the vehicle. The influence of the air filter on engine performance is difficult to overestimate. Depending on the degree of contamination, the quality of air entering the piston system changes. Dirt that accumulates on the filter can flake off and enter the engine along with the air stream, which leads to a decrease in its efficiency, as well as a shortening of its service life. Remember that a car, like a person, needs clean air.
To replace the air filter, it is not at all necessary to contact an official service center, since you can remove and diagnose it yourself without special technical skills. If, after examining the filter, you decide not to change it for now, then it is advisable to at least clean the inner walls of the casing and box in which it is located.
Step-by-step instructions on how to replace the engine air filter with your own hands: photo + video.
The filter box on the Toyota Camry is located to the right of the engine. In early models, the box was secured with two bolts. In the latest Camry models, the box is secured with two plastic latches on springs. Move them aside or unscrew the bolts.
Lift the box and remove the filter. If you just want to clean it and not replace it with a new one, you can use a vacuum cleaner. Also wipe the chamber where the filter element is located with a rag.
Install the new filter and fasten the latches back/or tighten the bolts. Now your car can breathe deeply.
Also watch the video: Replacing the engine air filter on a Toyota Camry with your own hands: