Oil filter location on 2011 sienna

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• TSB #TC-10-010 NHTSA ID #10032630
  • Date Announced:FEBRUARY 22 2010
  • Additional Info:How to Fix
  Summary: TOYOTA SERVICE CAMPAIGN: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. ON CERTAIN MODEL VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 2GR-FE (VE) ENGINE, THE RUBBER PORTION OF THE OIL SUPPLY HOSE FOR THE VVT-I ACTUATOR MAY DEGRADE OVER TIME. THIS CONDITION MAY
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• TSB #LSC-90-K NHTSA ID #10032631
  • Date Announced:FEBRUARY 22 2010
  • Additional Info:How to Fix
  Summary: TOYOTA: ON CERTAIN MODEL VEHICLES,EQUIPPED WITH A 2GR-FE (VE) ENGINE, AN INITIATED PHASE 3 WILL REPLACE THE VVT-I OIL HOSE DUE TO THE RUBBER PORTION OF THE OIL SUPPLY HOSE FOR THE VVT-I ACTUATOR MAY DEGRADE OVER TIME. *PE
  

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There is a Toyota Technical Service Bulletin issued for this:-
T-SB-0291-08 September 11, 2008 2GR-FE Valve Timing

Procedure Service Category Engine/Hybrid System Section Engine Mechanical Market USA Applicability YEAR(S) MODEL(S) ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 2005 - 2009 Avalon 2007 - 2009 Camry VDS(s): BK46K 2008 - 2009 Highlander 2006 - 2009 RAV4 Engine(s): 2GR VDS(s): BK31V, BK32V, BK33V, BK34V, ZK31V, ZK32V, ZK33V, ZK34V, ZK35V 2007 - 2009 Sienna Introduction This service bulletin provides information regarding valve timing inspection and service guidelines for vehicles equipped with 2GR-FE engines. © 2008 Toyota Motor Sales, USA Page 1 of 5 T-SB-0291-08 September 11, 2008 Page 2 of 5 2GR-FE Valve Timing Procedure Introduction (Continued) Figure 1. 3 2 1 5 9 8 7 6 4 1 RH Bank Intake Camshaft Timing Gear 2 RH Bank Exhaust Camshaft Timing Gear 3 RH Bank No. 2 Timing Chain 4 Crankshaft 5 Idler Gear 6 Timing Chain 7 LH Bank No. 2 Timing Chain 8 LH Bank Exhaust Camshaft Timing Gear 9 LH Bank Intake Camshaft Timing Gear Warranty Information OP CODE DESCRIPTION TIME OFP T1 T2 N/A Not Applicable to Warranty © 2008 Toyota Motor Sales, USA T-SB-0291-08 September 11, 2008 Page 3 of 5 2GR-FE Valve Timing Procedure Inspection 1. Set the No. 1 cylinder to TDC/compression. A. Set the timing mark to 0 on the timing chain cover by rotating the crankshaft clockwise. B. Verify the timing marks on the camshaft timing gears are in general alignment with the timing marks of the camshaft bearing cap: TIMING MARK IDENTIFICATION CYLINDER BANK INTAKE GEAR MARK EXHAUST GEAR MARK RH Bank (Bank 1) Small Mark Single Line LH Bank (Bank 2) Large Mark Double Line HINT When the engine is correctly timed, the timing marks will NOT perfectly align. Figure 2. Figure 3. RH Bank Exhaust Camshaft Timing Gear 1 2 1 Bearing Cap Timing Mark 2 Gear Timing Mark Figure 4. RH Bank Intake Camshaft Timing Gear 2 1 1 Bearing Cap Timing Mark 2 Gear Timing Mark © 2008 Toyota Motor Sales, USA T-SB-0291-08 September 11, 2008 Page 4 of 5 2GR-FE Valve Timing Procedure Inspection (Continued) Figure 5. LH Bank Intake Camshaft Timing Gear 1 2 1 Bearing Cap Timing Mark 2 Gear Timing Mark Figure 6. LH Bank Exhaust Camshaft Timing Gear 1 2 1 Bearing Cap Timing Mark 2 Gear Timing Mark HINT If the timing marks appear vastly out of alignment, turn the crankshaft one revolution (360 ) clockwise and note the position of the timing marks. Component Removal Guidelines 1. If engine disassembly is required that involves removing the camshafts or timing gears, set the #1 cylinder to TDC compression, wipe away any oil, and mark the following items in relation to each other prior to disassembly: • Timing gears • Timing chain • Timing chain No. 2 NOTE This relationship MUST be maintained. The intake gear is timed in relation to the crankshaft via the timing chain; the exhaust gear is timed in relation to the intake gear via the No. 2 timing chain. © 2008 Toyota Motor Sales, USA T-SB-0291-08 September 11, 2008 Page 5 of 5 2GR-FE Valve Timing Procedure Component Removal Guidelines (Continued) 2. If NEW camshaft timing gears or the No. 2 timing chain are being installed, the two yellow links on the No. 2 timing chain can be used to ensure correct relationship between the intake timing gear and the exhaust timing gear. Figure 7. 1 1 Yellow Link A. Align the paint mark on the timing chain with the intake gear timing mark (to ensure the intake gear is correctly timed to the crankshaft). Figure 8. RH Bank and LH Bank 3 3 4 3 3 4 5 4 5 4 1 2 1 RH Bank 2 LH Bank 3 Yellow Link 4 Gear Timing Mark 5 Timing Chain Paint Mark B. Align the two yellow links on the No. 2 timing chain to the timing marks on

on the engine, did you even look? first, its always on the lowest point.
first learn the correct name for it, (makes google searching easy)
The 2GR-FE is a 3.5 L (3456 cc)
so lets do that, ill type for you.

and we find 700k hits. wow, really?

http://im1.shutterfly.com/media/47a1d611b3127ccefda8b9a923b800000060O08AbMWbVk0Ytge3nwg/cC/f%3D0/ps%3D50/r%3D0/rx%3D550/ry%3D400/

one more...

http://www.paulstravelpictures.com/Toyota-Sienna-2GR-FE-V6-Engine-Oil-Change-Guide/Toyota-Sienna-2GR-FE-V6-Engine-Oil-Change-Guide-006.html

1000s more but you can google like me.

or read the fsm FROM toyota
or at alldata.com, log in and read.

first gen car. Im posting USA car only... you never said.
which engine
3.0 L 1MZ-FE V6 (1998-2000)
3.0 L 1MZ-FE V6 (01-03, VVT-i) 210 hp, 220 lb·ft
there is a 3.3L too.

on most cars, see engine RAD? see top big hose
follow it to the thermostat housing.

now we use google image, easy
1st hit
http://www.2carpros.com/questions/toyota-sienna-1998-toyota-sienna-thermostat-housing-stud-broken

2nd hit.
i go to the dealer parts page. ( anyone can)
part ID 6, seen on all dealers, sites, USA>

https://parts.olathetoyota.com/media/images/oe/mechanical/F815030.gif

The oil filter is located on the driver's side upper portion of the engine. It is a cartridge type oil filter.Here's the filter.

Toyota Sienna 3.3 liter DOHC V-6 (3MZ-FE)




Hope helps (remember rated this).

Lift your Hyundai Santa Fe using a jack and then place the car on jack stands. If you don't have jack stands, drive the car onto a set of wheel ramps.
Pop the hood and remove the dipstick and oil filler cap. The dipstick is near the front engine compartment with the oil filler nearby.
Gather an oil drip pan, a 17-mm wrench, oil filter wrench, cleaning cloths and a new oil filter. Slide under your Santa Fe.

Change the Oil

• Locate the oil filter and oil drain plug underneath the car. The drain plug is on the bottom of the oil pan, and the filter is to the side of the oil pan.
• Remove the oil drain plug using the 17mm wrench. Pull the plug out quickly and let the oil drain for 10 to 15 minutes. Check the gaskets and threads for damage. Replace these components, if necessary.
• Take off the oil filter using an oil filter wrench. Dump the old oil into the oil drip pan and put on the new oil filter. Tighten the oil filter by hand, and then replace the oil drain plug using the wrench. Clean off the excess oil.
• Go under the hood and add oil. Turn on the engine and check the oil pressure gauge to make sure it rises. Let your Santa Fe run for a minute.
• Lower your Hyundai Santa Fe and turn off the engine. Take an oil reading on the dipstick. If the oil level isn't at full, add a bit more oil.

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if it is a 3.3L it is a canister filter on top of the engine, the cover will need to be removed. make sure to change the o-rings. if it is a 2.7L, on bottom of engine near front of engine.

Your filter is visable by looking under the car. its near the exhaust pipe again, but toward the front of the car. tucked near the plastic air shield.

The filter sits on top of the transmission. look under the hood on drivers side it screws right on top of the transmission. It looks like an engine oil filter.