The fuel filter on a 1996 Toyota Estima is located inside the fuel tank. To access the fuel filter, you will need to remove the fuel tank.
Here are the steps on how to remove the fuel tank and access the fuel filter:
1. Park your vehicle on a level surface and apply the parking brake.
2. Turn off the engine and allow it to cool down completely.
3. Locate the fuel tank. The fuel tank is usually located under the rear of the vehicle.
4. Loosen the fuel tank cap to relieve any pressure in the tank.
5. Disconnect the fuel lines from the fuel tank. There will be two fuel lines, one for the supply and one for the return.
6. Support the fuel tank with a jack or jack stands.
7. Remove the bolts holding the fuel tank in place. There will be four bolts, two on each side of the tank.
8. Carefully lower the fuel tank and remove it from the vehicle.
9. The fuel filter is located inside the fuel tank. It is a small cylindrical-shaped object with two fuel lines connected to it.
10. Disconnect the fuel lines from the fuel filter.
11. Remove the fuel filter from the fuel tank.
12. Install a new fuel filter in the reverse order of removal.
13. Reinstall the fuel tank in the reverse order of removal.
14. Connect the fuel lines to the fuel filter and fuel tank.
15. Turn on the engine and check for leaks.
