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Cooling System (Mechanical): Radiator: Removal

  1. Drain Engine Coolant 
  2. Remove Radiator Grille 

    Remove the 4 screws, 2 clips and radiator grille.

    Fig 1: Removing Radiator Grille
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  3. Remove Front End Panel 

    Remove the 4 screws and front end panel.

    Fig 2: Removing Front End Panel
    G02809411Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  4. Disconnect Hood Lock 
    1. Remove the 3 bolts, and disconnect the hood lock.
    2. Disconnect the wire from the clamp.
      Fig 3: Disconnecting Hood Lock
      G02809412Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  5. Disconnect Upper Radiator Hose 
  6. Remove Upper Radiator Support 

    Remove the 5 bolts and radiator support.

    Fig 4: Removing Upper Radiator Support
    G02809413Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  7. Remove LH Engine Under Cover 
  8. Remove Radiator Reservoir 
  9. Remove No. 1 And No. 2 Cooling Fans.  See ELECTRIC COOLING FANS .
  10. A/T: 

    Disconnect Oil 2 Hoses 

    Disconnect the 2 oil cooler hoses from the radiator.

  11. Disconnect ECT Switch Connector 
  12. Disconnect Lower Radiator Hose 
  13. Remove Radiator 
  14. Remove Upper And Lower Radiator Supports From Radiator 
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