Info on replacing engine air filter

[OnePocket]

I have a '07 Camry V6 LE. Will someone tell me the secret
for replacing the engine air filter. I un-hooked the three small vacuum lines and un-hooked the 3 clamps, but the
assembly won't raise up no more than about 1 inch. There
has to be more to be done. Any help appreciated.....thanks.

[lenjack]

my wife's '10 is the same way. Although no need o change filer on brand new car, I was checking it out for future reference.

[bandit]

This has been discussed already. There is also a video.

Engine Air Filter Help...Please!
How to change engine Air Filter

It doesnt lift up. You'll have to slide it out in the tight space.

[OnePocket]

If this has been discussed before, I can't find it. The ones I found all seem to deal with the I4 engine.
On the V-6, if it doesn't lift up more than an inch,then it's going to be very difficult to get it out and even more difficult to put the new one in without damaging it. There has to be an easier way.
Where can I find the video for replacing this filter?

[MJZ]

Elbow grease. Yes it is a pain in the ass but you can do it! Use your muscles.

Make sure it is oriented correctly and shimmy it in. It will not get damaged. I've done this like 4 times already and I always swear under my breath while doing it.

[bandit]

Originally Posted by OnePocket

If this has been discussed before, I can't find it. The ones I found all seem to deal with the I4 engine.
On the V-6, if it doesn't lift up more than an inch,then it's going to be very difficult to get it out and even more difficult to put the new one in without damaging it. There has to be an easier way.
Where can I find the video for replacing this filter?

There is a video

You Tube

You Tube

If you want to remove the cover completely, there is a metal spring type that is on the top and a screw/clamp, slide that off and pull the cover off.