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Engine air filter

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by victorneyra, Aug 9, 2025 at 4:59 PM.

  1. Aug 9, 2025 at 4:59 PM
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    I got a Denso air filter from RockAuto with a felt pad attached. Does that have to be removed?

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    victorneyra, Aug 9, 2025 at 4:59 PM
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  2. Aug 9, 2025 at 5:05 PM
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    FunknNasty

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    Looks like a pre filter to me. Should be fine as is.
     
    FunknNasty, Aug 9, 2025 at 5:05 PM
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    TXRailroads73, Aug 9, 2025 at 5:18 PM
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    Some have them, some don't. You aren't hurting the engine any by having more filtration.
     
    Speedfreak, Aug 9, 2025 at 5:38 PM
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    I haven’t seen a filter like that, mind, I use OEM
     
    fmb, Aug 11, 2025 at 5:30 AM
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  6. Aug 11, 2025 at 5:51 AM
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    Goodness gracious it's a felt seal.

    But then again, what the hell do I know?
     
    Buck Henry, Aug 11, 2025 at 5:51 AM
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