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Engine Cooling System: Radiator: Disassembly

  1. REMOVE DRAIN PLUG 
    1. Remove the drain plug.
    2. Remove the O-ring.
  2. ASSEMBLE SST 

    SST 09230-01010

    1. Install the claw to the overhaul handle, inserting it in the hole in part "A" as shown.
    2. While gripping the handle, adjust the stopper bolt so that dimension "B" is as shown.

      Dimension: 0.2 to 0.3 mm (0.008 to 0.012 in.) 

      NOTE: If the stopper bolt is not adjusted, the claw may be damaged.
      Fig 1: Identifying Claw Stopper Bolt
      G02639523Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  3. UNCAULK LOCK PLATES 

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

    SST 09230-01010

    Fig 2: Releasing Caulking
    G02639524Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  4. REMOVE TANKS AND O-RINGS 
    1. Lightly tap the bracket of the radiator (or radiator hose inlet or outlet) with a soft-faced hammer, and remove the tank.
    2. Remove the O-ring.
      Fig 3: Removing Tanks & O-Rings
      G02639525Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  5. A/T: REMOVE OIL COOLER PIPES FROM LOWER TANK 
    1. Remove the 2 cooler pipes
    2. Loosen the 2 nuts, and remove the 2 pipes.
    3. Remove the 2 nuts.
    4. Remove the 2 O-rings from the oil cooler.
      Fig 4: Removing Oil Cooler Pipes From Lower Tank
      G02639526Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002