Thermostat Removal

Engine. Camry. Acv40 Gsv40
2Az-Fe Cooling. Camry. Acv40 Gsv40

  1. REMOVE ENGINE UNDER COVER LH

  2. REMOVE ENGINE UNDER COVER RH

  3. DRAIN ENGINE COOLANT

  4. DISCONNECT RADIATOR HOSE OUTLET

  5. REMOVE WATER INLET

  6. REMOVE THERMOSTAT

Thermostat -- Removal



1. REMOVE ENGINE UNDER COVER LH


2. REMOVE ENGINE UNDER COVER RH


3. DRAIN ENGINE COOLANT
NOTICE:
Do not remove the radiator cap sub-assembly while the engine and radiator are still hot. Pressurized, hot engine coolant and steam may be released and cause serious burns.

  1. Remove the radiator cap sub-assembly from the radiator assembly.



  1. Loosen the radiator drain cock plug and cylinder block drain cock plug, then drain the coolant.


    Camry. Acv40 Gsv40.2Az-Fe Cooling.Cooling System.Thermostat Removal

    HINT:
    Collect the coolant in a container and dispose of it according to the regulations in your area.


4. DISCONNECT RADIATOR HOSE OUTLET


    Camry. Acv40 Gsv40

  1. Remove the clamp and disconnect the radiator hose outlet.



5. REMOVE WATER INLET


Camry. Acv40 Gsv40

  1. Remove the 2 nuts and disconnect the water inlet from the cylinder block.



6. REMOVE THERMOSTAT

  1. Remove the gasket from the thermostat.