Parts for your 2007 Toyota Aurion-Oil filter

2007 Toyota Aurion oil filter

Toyota’s own technical references confirm the 2007 Toyota Aurion absolutely uses an engine oil filter. The Toyota Aurion (GSV40R) runs the 2GR‑FE 3.5‑litre V6, and the Toyota Repair Manual (Engine – Lubrication: Oil Filter) together with the Toyota Electronic Parts Catalogue list a replaceable cartridge‑type oil filter housed in a reusable canister. Common genuine part numbers include 04152‑31090 and later supersessions such as 04152‑YZZA5, with a housing cap that accepts a 64 mm, 14‑flute cap tool. That makes the oil filter a routine service item on every Aurion of this vintage.

What does it do? The oil filter cleans the engine oil as it circulates, trapping metal particles, soot, gasket debris and general grime so they don’t chew out bearings, score cam journals or block oil galleries. A healthy filter helps maintain stable oil pressure and keeps the V6 running smooth and quiet, especially on cold starts where protection matters most.

For servicing in Australia and New Zealand, it’s sensible to replace the oil filter at every oil change—typically every 10,000 km or 6 months, whichever comes first, or sooner if the car sees lots of short trips, towing or dusty roads. Pair the new filter with quality engine oil meeting the correct specification (commonly SAE 5W‑30 to the appropriate API rating for the year). Always confirm specifics in the owner’s manual or the Toyota repair data for your exact build and climate.

Handy fitment notes enthusiasts appreciate: this Aurion’s filter is a cartridge element with two O‑rings. Lightly oil the new O‑rings, seat them carefully, and use the canister’s small drain feature (where fitted) to avoid a mess. Typical torque figures often referenced in Toyota literature are 25 N·m for the filter cap and 40 N·m for the sump plug—use a new crush washer on the plug. Fill with approximately 6.1 litres when changing the filter, start the engine, check for leaks, top up as needed, and reset the service reminder.

• Use a 64 mm, 14‑flute cap socket for the housing.
• Never over‑tighten the cap