Where is the air filter located and how do you remove and replace it on Lexus RX330?

The air filter is located inside a housing at the left (driver's) side of the engine compartment. To remove the air filter, release the clamps retaining the two halves of the air filter housing. Lift the cover up and remove the air filter element. Inspect the outer surface of the filter element. If it is dirty, replace it. If it is only moderately dusty, it can be reused by blowing it clean from the back to the front surface with compressed air. Always wear eye protection when using compressed air! Because it is a pleated paper type filter, it cannot be washed or oiled. If it cannot be cleaned satisfactorily with compressed air, discard and replace it. Never drive the vehicle with the air cleaner removed. Excessive engine wear could result and backfiring could even cause a fire under the hood. Installation is the reverse of removal. The hinge tabs on the housing cover must engage properly with the lower part of the housing.

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Lexus RX330 Air Cleaner Filter Element Sub-Assembly
Part Number: 17801-0H020
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- Other Name: Element Sub-Assy, Air Cleaner Filter
- Manufacturer Note: (L)
- Replaced by: 17801-YZZ01
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Lexus's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2004-2006 Lexus RX330 | STD | 6 Cyl 3.3L, 6 Cyl 3.5L | 2GRFE, 3MZFE; GSU30L-AWAGKA, GSU35L-AWAGKA, MCU33L-AWAGKA, MCU38L-AWAGKA
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Lexus RX330 Air Cleaner Filter Element Sub-Assembly
Part Number: 17801-0H010
$16.89 MSRP: $20.99
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Element Sub-Assy, Air Cleaner Filter; Air Filter
- Manufacturer Note: (L)
- Replaced by: 17801-YZZ01
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Lexus's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2004-2006 Lexus RX330 | STD | 6 Cyl 3.3L, 6 Cyl 3.5L | 2GRFE, 3MZFE; GSU30L-CWAGKA, GSU35L-CWAGKA, MCU33L-CWAGKA, MCU38L-CWAGKA
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Lexus RX330 Air Cleaner Filter Element Sub-Assembly
Part Number: 17801-20040
$16.89 MSRP: $20.99
You Save: $4.10 (20%)
Ships in 1-3 Business Days
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Element Sub-Assy, Air Cleaner Filter
- Manufacturer Note: (J)
- Replaced by: 17801-YZZ01
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Lexus's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2004-2006 Lexus RX330 | STD | 6 Cyl 3.3L, 6 Cyl 3.5L | 2GRFE, 3MZFE; GSU30L-AWAGKA, GSU30L-CWAGKA, GSU35L-AWAGKA, GSU35L-CWAGKA, MCU33L-AWAGKA, MCU38L-AWAGKA

Lexus RX330 Air Filter

The Lexus RX330 Air Filter protects the V6 powerplant by filtering the incoming air to keep out grit and keep combustion going strong. Consuming nearly 10,000 gallons of air for each gallon of fuel, the engine is dependent on a pleated paper Air Filter barrier that traps dust, sand, leaves, and exhaust particles before they can scar the cylinders or foul up sensors. As dirt clogs the Air Filter media, the airflow will be reduced, which may result in a lack of throttle response and gas mileage, so as a result of the periodic replacement, the full breathing capacity can be restored. As the RX330 platform is fuel injected, every RX330 has a flat panel style tucked into a snap-tight air box, which is connected to the throttle body via a sealed duct, so only filtered air reaches the intake. Early sport-utility ancestors with carburetors have round filters, emphasizing the move to panels, and today Lexus prefers a dry paper design with some drivers choosing oiled cotton versions for heavier dust. The dry panel in the Lexus engine bay allows filtering of fine particles with zero maintenance other than quick change, allowing owners to replace their Air Filter in minutes and keep their RX330 breathing easily as Lexus planned, and often the dashboard computer shows the benefit of a clean Air Filter.

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Lexus RX330 Air Filter Parts Questions & Experts Answers

Air Cleaner Filter Element Sub-Assembly
17801-0H020
Q: Where is the air filter located and how do you remove and replace it on Lexus RX330?
A:
The air filter is located inside a housing at the left (driver's) side of the engine compartment. To remove the air filter, release the clamps retaining the two halves of the air filter housing. Lift the cover up and remove the air filter element. Inspect the outer surface of the filter element. If it is dirty, replace it. If it is only moderately dusty, it can be reused by blowing it clean from the back to the front surface with compressed air. Always wear eye protection when using compressed air! Because it is a pleated paper type filter, it cannot be washed or oiled. If it cannot be cleaned satisfactorily with compressed air, discard and replace it. Never drive the vehicle with the air cleaner removed. Excessive engine wear could result and backfiring could even cause a fire under the hood. Installation is the reverse of removal. The hinge tabs on the housing cover must engage properly with the lower part of the housing.