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Section 126 (Radiator): Disassembly

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  1. REMOVE PACKINGS 
  2. REMOVE RADIATOR CAP 
  3. REMOVE DRAIN PLUG 
    1. Remove the drain plug.
    2. Remove the O-ring.
  4. REMOVE ECT SWITCH 
    1. Remove the ECT switch.
    2. Remove the O-ring.
  5. ASSEMBLE SST 
    1. SST 09230--01010
    1. Install the claw to the overhaul handle, inserting it in the hole in part A as shown in the diagram.
    2. While gripping the handle, adjust the stopper bolt so that dimension B is as shown in the illustration.
      1. Dimension B: 0.2--0.3 mm (0.008--0.012 in.) 
      NOTE: If this adjustment is not done the claw may be damaged.
      Fig 1: Identifying Assemble SST
      G01132254Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  6. UNCAULK LOCK PLATES 

    Using SST to release the caulking, squeeze the handle until stopped by the stopper bolt.

    1. SST 09230-01010
    Fig 2: Using SST To Release Caulking
    G01132255Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  7. REMOVE TANKS AND O-RINGS 

    Lightly tap the bracket of the radiator (or radiator inlet or outlet) with a soft-faced hammer, and remove the tank and the O-ring.

    Fig 3: Using Soft-Faced Hammer To Remove Tank And O-Ring
    G01132256Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  8. REMOVE OIL COOLER FROM LOWER TANK 
    1. Loosen the nut, and remove the cooler pipe. Remove the 2 cooler pipes.
    2. Remove the 2 nuts and 2 plate washers.
    3. Remove the oil cooler and 2 O-rings.
    Fig 4: Removing 2 Nuts And 2 Plate Washers
    G01132257Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
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