DIY - Changing in-tank fuel filter

[trentmeyer23]

The gasket is removed with the filter, but pretty tough.

[Crankitupto12]

Just called Toyota. The chap on the line said that there's an o-ring not shown on the diagram (part number 90301-09021) which is noted on the file needs replacement when filter is changed. He didn't know what this seal is attached to, possible the suction valve O-ring (that's what it is on file)? He said it's slightly different to the other o-ring shown in the diagram hence why a different part number. 

$4 a pop. Will pick them up tomorrow and swap them over, as well as part 90301-07020 (regulator o-ring, shown in the assy diagram as 23280E).

Edited June 13, 2016 by Crankitupto12

[trentmeyer23]

Be sure to post the full list in one post once you get the lot. This will help others in the future.

[Crankitupto12]

Will do. This is what I've ordered and checked with Toyota that there's no other seals/o-rings requiring replacement:

90301-07020 (regulator o-ring, shown on diagram as 23280E) $5

90301-09021 (suction valve O-ring, not illustrated but noted on file to be replaced with filter) $5

77169-33020 (fuel suction gasket, the thick large) $12

There's also the fuel filter seal, marked as part number 23238B on the assembly diagram (that's not the official part number though with Toyota). But we won't be replacing that as the one in the filter right now is brand new.

Going to pick up the new seals this morning and hopefully the mechanic can come and remove the fuel filter and replace the seals asap. Paying $$$ for rent and haven't even moved in because the car is stuck in the driveway and we can't go anywhere.

PS - Here's the connection on my ZZE122R that I had huge issues disconnecting to actually get the fuel filter assembly out in the first place! The mechanic used a special pry tool to pop it off. I tried with pliers, flat head screw drivers etc myself with a friend twice and couldn't get it disconnected. Figured it's worth noting this thing is a PITA to remove for other people finding this thread, as the OP only has a power and easy to remove line/connection in the original tutorial. 

Edited June 13, 2016 by Crankitupto12

[Crankitupto12]

OK.. let's hope that these do the trick as I really need to hit the road and get to Sydney ASAP. 

[Crankitupto12]

Yup, the O-ring (07020) was the main culprit but we changed all three parts. Starts and runs fine now. Let's hope it maintains pressure! The mechanic was very critical of aftermarket filters, even big brands like Ryco, said he has a lot of jobs come back days or weeks or months later as the seals fail or the o-rings are damaged by the slightly off shaped filter housing. Next time I'll go all genuine and also make sure I order spare seals and o-rings with it too. 

[Tiffany Marie Wells]

I had a question

we replaced the fuel pump and the u-clip went missing

does it have a lot to with why my car isn't starting it was running for a week

we changed the fuel pump and filter

and starter

and now the fuel pump doesn't seem to be kickin on

it started when we sraped eginie starter srap in the air cover and started had foot on gas for about 5 mins and then took it off and the car went died

don't understand what is wrong please if anyone knows please getting ahold of me

have a 2 year old and cant really go with out my car for much longer if anyone has an ideas let me kno

 

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hello, just replaced the filter of 2005 corolla same as above and all went well but now smelling fuel outside the car, not inside but outside the car. any idea of the reason behind smell outside? 

[SamIam]

Hi sorry if I'm late to the party. I was a Toyota technician for 2 years and have fixed many of my colleagues **** ups. One thing I want to mention is please use good quality rubber grease on these O rings and not some silicone spray. Also people who have trouble with car taking longer to start but drives fine has bent or deformed pressure regulator O ring (the one that sits next to that black plug when putting everything back together as a whole unit, not when put it back in fuel tank.)

Also people who had problems with disconnecting the charcoal canister hose when taking the assembly out, use a small and skinny flathead and put it in from where those tabs stick out one at a time and keep going left and right prying those tabs out and away gently one at a time. I know everyone isn't good with hand tools and could feel like you've messed up big time or could've just taken it to the dealership trust me when I say this, dealership technician don't know **** and they offer worst services for most money. Any problems, ask me here and I'll reply soon as I can. 

Merry Christmas.