Is there an easier way to remove oil filter?

2002 TOYOTA TACOMA
228,534 MILES • V6 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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KAIWI555
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The oil filter location is in a difficult area, behind driver side wheel, you have to remove shroud toward bumper to see its location. Also turn the wheel toward the left to have a little more access.

My question is, it doesn't seem you could use any conventional tool with the limited space you have to work with, what would be the best way to remove?
Mar 26, 2024 at 11:03 AM
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There are long oil filter removal wrenches which an extension can be installed, please check out this link to show you what I am talking about:

Here is one on Amazon for $14.00:

https://amzn.to/3TTi80E

Here are the instructions on how to change the oil in case you need it. Check out the images (below). Let us know if you need anything else.
Mar 26, 2024 at 1:36 PM