i tried to change engine air filter in my RAV4 (V6) and the spanking new filter bought several months ago doesn't seem to fit no matter what i try. i put the old one in and it fits like a glove. the old one was also Purolator, but older design and made in Thailand. the new one is made in Korea.
i double checked the part number on the box and the filter itself and it's the same. the shape is same too. But the height is different, new one is several mm taller. The new gasket is thicker too.
there is something seriously wrong with the company that can't figure out simple dimensions and clearance issues. my previous issue with air filter was Fram (long time ago), the rubber gasket rotted in 30,000 miles. now, purolator is no go for me.
Edit: looks like i'm not alone with this problem based on some other threads, but different application.
i double checked the part number on the box and the filter itself and it's the same. the shape is same too. But the height is different, new one is several mm taller. The new gasket is thicker too.
there is something seriously wrong with the company that can't figure out simple dimensions and clearance issues. my previous issue with air filter was Fram (long time ago), the rubber gasket rotted in 30,000 miles. now, purolator is no go for me.
Edit: looks like i'm not alone with this problem based on some other threads, but different application.
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