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In the 2017 Toyota RAV4, the oil filter housing is positioned in front of the drain pan underneath the vehicle. To locate it, check the passenger's side toward the rear of the car and beside the inner fender wall. You'll need a special tool from Toyota/Lexus to remove it, and it includes O-rings and a drain plug. The RAV4's 2.5 liter 4-cylinder engine requires 4.6 US quarts of 0W-20 oil. For optimal performance, oil and filter changes should be done every 7,500-10,000 miles or annually if using fully synthetic lubricants. Synthetic oils offer advantages like improved lubrication, longer intervals between services, and better performance in extreme weather conditions compared to conventional products.
Does the oil filter come with a cover?
The oil filter for a 2017 Toyota RAV4 is located on the front bottom part of the engine, specifically on the passenger side.