Purpose, Function
The oil strainer suctions the engine oil in the oil pan using the oil pump vacuum. The engine oil is filtered by the internal filter at that time.
Construction
The oil strainer is installed on the suction port of the oil pump.

The oil strainer has a filter in the inside.

Oil Strainer [Fw6 A EL, Fw6 Ax EL]
Rear Oil Seal ReplacementFuel Gauge Sender Unit Inspection [2 Wd]
NOTE:
For the fuel gauge sender unit removal/installation, refer to the fuel pump
removal/installation because the fuel gauge sender unit is integrated with the
fuel pump..
1. Verify that the resistance at fuel gauge sender unit terminals D and C is
as indicated in the table ac ...
Differential Oil Temperature Sensor Removal/Installation
WARNING:
Hot differential oil may cause severe burns. Do not perform maintenance while
differential oil is hot.
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Disconnect the differential oil temperature sensor connector.
3. Remove the differential oil temperature sensor.
4. ...
Intermediate Shaft Removal/Installation
WARNING:
The steering column (EPS motor) temperature increases directly after continuous
turning of the steering mechanism which could cause burns if it is touched.
Before performing any servicing, verify that the steering column has cooled
off.
1. Rotate the steering wheel un ...