How to Replace the Engine Air Filter — 2016-2025 Toyota Tacoma

Replacing the engine air filter on your 2016-2025 Toyota Tacoma is a quick and easy maintenance task that ensures your engine breathes clean air, improving performance and fuel efficiency. A dirty filter can cause reduced power, poor gas mileage, or even engine damage over time, and Toyota recommends replacement every 30,000 miles or as needed. This DIY job costs about $15-$30 compared to $50-$80 at a shop, and with our guide, any beginner can tackle it in under 15 minutes. DIY Cost: $15-$30 | Shop Cost: $50-$80

You’re done. Clear any stored codes with your scanner and complete a normal drive cycle so the vehicle’s readiness monitors reset.

If the code returns, the root cause likely wasn’t the part you replaced — go back through the diagnostic steps before swapping anything else.