'98 Tacoma - Timing Belt & Fuel Filter Maint?

Hey - First time here, great forums!

I've got a '98 Tacoma 2.4L with about 90K miles. No big issues, and I'm trying to keep it that way. Looking at the manual, I can't find any reference to fuel filter replacement, and timing belt replacement is recommended at 90K, except for "T100/Tacoma/4Runner with 4 cyl"

Are both of these items considered "lifetime" service on my truck?

Thanks for your help,
~OC~

 

2.4L?

I know the 2.7L's have a timing chain and doesn't need changed.

Just not sure about the 2.4L....

 

Toyota says the fuel filter is a non-maintenance item, but with that being said, many have changed it out. But I hear it's a PITA to change because for the 4 banger you need to partially remove the exhaust manifold to get the filter out.

The 2.4L also has a chain and doesn't need to be changed out.

 

Intake or exhaust?

 

Thanks for all the quick feedback. That's good news on the timing chain. What's the opinion on the fuel filter? About 90K of normal use, no off-roading, no towing, probably a 30/70 mix of road/in-town miles, no noticeable signs of fuel problems or mileage loss. Do I keep on truckin' unless a problem shows up, or is the smart move to replace the fuel filter, regardless of what Toyota recommends?? Thanks,
~OC~

 

i would go ahead and change the fuel filter, even tho it may be a pita.....you could potentially get better mileage with a new filter if it has never been changed. its just me, but i change fuel filters every 15k............peace of mind, and they arent really expensive either.

 

this is very true man!!

 

I would change it. I changed mine after 95,000 and it had a lot of trash in it. Was really glad I did after I saw that. Rick

 

1999 Tacoma 4x4, I did my timing belt at 60,000 because I bought it out of warranty and I wanted peace of mind, I also dit the h2o pump, which was showing signs of leaking, the 2 cam seals, and the fuel filter, which at 60K had all kinds of trash in it. Do it if it's on the cheap and it's good peace of mind.