Try disconnecting the vacuum line at the EGR valve and plug it off with a cap or screw into the hose. The diaphrams get weak with age and seem to cause 99% of the surge issue. If not check the internal coil / power packs.
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Where is the oil filter located on a 2009 Toyota rav4 3.5 engine
The Toyota Rav4 engine oil capacity with filter change is exactly 4.0 quarts. Without the filter change its 3.8 quarts.
The engine air filter is on the driver side and is easily replaced. The cover is hinged on the left, and 2-pressure clamps on the right that can be done by hand pressure alone.
fuel filter
fuel filter
I had the same thing happen after Jiffy Lube changed the air filter. They forgot to plug the vacuum line back into the back of the air filter housing.
If the diesel fuel "gels" then yes the filter will need replaced.
The fuel filter is on the passenger side of the engine under the intake
The fuel filter is clogged and needs replaced. The second problem could be the fuel injectors are not pumping sufficient fuel to the engine.
AnswerThe fuel filter in a 1997 Toyota Avalon XLS with the 1MZ-FE V6 engine is located on the engine side of the left front wheel well under the air filter housing.
Which air filter are you referring to? The engine air filter, or the cabin air filter?