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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 

    SST 09230-01010

    Fig 1: Assembling SST
    G02809414Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    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 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.

    SST 09230-01010

    Fig 2: Uncaulking Lock Plates
    G02809415Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  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: Removing Tanks & O-Rings
    G02809416Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  5. A/T: 

    Remove Oil Cooler Pipes From Lower Tank 

    1. Loosen the 2 nuts, and remove the 2 pipes.
    2. Remove the 2 nuts.
    3. Remove the 2 O-rings from the oil cooler.
      Fig 4: Removing Oil Cooler Pipes From Lower Tank
      G02809417Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002