Section 15 (Cooling System (Service Information)): Radiator: Disassembly: Disassembly

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REMOVE DRAIN PLUG
1. Remove the drain plug.
2. Remove the O-ring.
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 the illustration.
  
  Fig 1: Installing Claw To Overhaul Handle
  Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
2. While gripping the handle, adjust the stopper bolt so that dimension B is as shown in the illustration.
  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.
REMOVE UNCAULK LOCK PLATE
1. Using SST to release the caulking, grip the handle until stopped by the stopper bolt.
  
  Fig 2: Removing Uncaulk Lock Plate Using SST
  Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  - SST: 09230-01010
    - 09231-01010
    - 09231-01030
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.
  
  Fig 3: Removing Radiator Upper Tank
  Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
2. Remove the O-ring.
REMOVE OIL COOLER ASSEMBLY
1. Remove the screw and cooler pipe.
  
  Fig 4: Locating Cooler Pipe Screw
  Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
2. Remove the nut and plate washer.
3. Remove the oil cooler.
4. Remove the 2 O-rings from the oil cooler.