Thermostat Removal

Engine. Toyota Rav4. Aca30, 33, 38 Gsa33 Zsa30, 35
2Az-Fe Cooling. Toyota Rav4. Aca30, 33, 38 Gsa33 Zsa30, 35

  1. REMOVE NO. 1 ENGINE UNDER COVER

  2. DRAIN ENGINE COOLANT

  3. REMOVE RADIATOR SUPPORT OPENING COVER

  4. DISCONNECT NO. 2 RADIATOR HOSE

  5. REMOVE WATER INLET

  6. REMOVE THERMOSTAT

Thermostat -- Removal



1. REMOVE NO. 1 ENGINE UNDER COVER


2. DRAIN ENGINE COOLANT

  1. Loosen the radiator drain cock plug.

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

  1. Remove the radiator reservoir cap.

    CAUTION:
    Do not remove the radiator reservoir 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.


    Toyota Rav4. Aca30, 33, 38 Gsa33 Zsa30, 35.2Az-Fe Cooling.Cooling System.Thermostat Removal



3. REMOVE RADIATOR SUPPORT OPENING COVER


4. DISCONNECT NO. 2 RADIATOR HOSE


5. REMOVE WATER INLET


Toyota Rav4. Aca30, 33, 38 Gsa33 Zsa30, 35

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



6. REMOVE THERMOSTAT

  1. Remove the gasket from the thermostat.