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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 (09231-01010, 09231-01030) 

    1. Install the claw to the overhaul handle, inserting it in the hole in part A as shown in Fig 1.
      Fig 1: Installing Claw To Overhaul Handle
      G04375320Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    2. While gripping the handle, adjust the stopper bolt so that dimension B is as shown in Fig 1.

      Dimension B: 

      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.
  3. REMOVE UNCAULK LOCK PLATE 
    1. Using SST to release the caulking, grip the handle until stopped by the stopper bolt.

      SST 09230-01010 (09231-01010, 09231-01030) 

      Fig 2: Removing Uncaulk Lock Plate
      G04375321Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  4. REMOVE RADIATOR TANK UPPER AND TANK LOWER 
    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 Radiator Tank Upper And Tank Lower
      G04375322Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  5. REMOVE OIL COOLER ASSEMBLY 
    1. Remove the screw and cooler pipe.
    2. Remove the nut and plate washer.
    3. Remove the oil cooler.
    4. Remove the 2 O-rings from the oil cooler.
      Fig 4: Removing Screw And Cooler Pipe
      G04375323Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002