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Cooling System (Mechanical): Radiator: Disassembly

  1. REMOVE DRAIN PLUG 
    1. Remove the drain plug.
    2. Remove the O-ring.
  2. 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.
      Fig 1: Adjusting Stopper Bolts
      G02854304Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    2. While gripping the handle, adjust the stopper bolts so that dimension "B" is as shown in the illustration.

      Dimension "B": 0.2 - 0.3 mm (0.008 - 0.012 in.) 

    NOTE: If this adjustment is not done the claw may be damaged.
  3. UNCAULK LOCK PLATES 

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

    Fig 2: Using SST To Release Caulking
    G02854305Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    1. SST 09230-01010
  4. 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 Upper Tank
    G02854306Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  5. A/T: 
    1. REMOVE OIL COOLER PIPES FROM LOWER TANK 
    2. Fig 4: Removing Oil Cooler Pipes From Lower Tank
      G02854307Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    1. Loosen the 2 nuts, and remove the 2 pipes.
    2. Remove the 2 nuts.
    3. W.