Thermostat Removal

Engine Hybrid System. Hilux. Tgn26, 36 Kun25, 26, 35, 36 Ggn25
2Tr-Fbe Cooling. Hilux. Tgn26, 36 Kun25, 26, 35, 36 Ggn25

  1. REMOVE NO. 1 ENGINE UNDER COVER

  2. DRAIN ENGINE COOLANT

  3. DISCONNECT RADIATOR HOSE OUTLET

  4. REMOVE WATER INLET

  5. REMOVE THERMOSTAT

Thermostat -- Removal



1. REMOVE NO. 1 ENGINE UNDER COVER


2. DRAIN ENGINE COOLANT

  1. Remove the radiator cap.

    CAUTION:
    Do not remove the radiator cap while the engine and radiator are still hot. Pressurized, hot engine coolant and steam may be released and cause serious burns.


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

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


    Hilux. Tgn26, 36 Kun25, 26, 35, 36 Ggn25.2Tr-Fbe Cooling.Cooling System.Thermostat Removal


    Text in Illustration
    *1
    		Radiator Cap
    		*2
    		Radiator Reservoir
    *3
    		Cylinder Block Water Drain Cock Plug
    		*4
    		Radiator Drain Cock Plug


3. DISCONNECT RADIATOR HOSE OUTLET

  1. Disconnect the radiator hose outlet from the water inlet.



4. REMOVE WATER INLET


Hilux. Tgn26, 36 Kun25, 26, 35, 36 Ggn25.2Tr-Fbe Cooling.Cooling System.Thermostat Removal

  1. Disconnect the power steering pump connector.



    Hilux. Tgn26, 36 Kun25, 26, 35, 36 Ggn25

  1. Remove the 2 nuts, bolt and water inlet.

  1. Remove the gasket from the timing chain cover.



5. REMOVE THERMOSTAT

  1. Remove the thermostat from the timing chain cover.

  1. Remove the gasket from the thermostat.