OEM 2001 Toyota Sequoia Radiator

2001 Toyota Sequoia Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to remove and reinstall a radiator on 2001 Toyota Sequoia?

  A: You must begin the radiator removal task by taking off the engine under cover then draining engine coolant followed by disconnecting the reservoir hose along with both radiator hoses and the A/T oil cooler hoses from the radiator. To begin remove the two clips from the No.2 fan shroud and proceed by taking out the radiator assembly using all 4 bolts before finishing with the No.1 fan shroud removal through its 4 bolts. Relax the radiator by first extracting 4 bolts followed by removing both pipes and bushings and radiator supports and afterward removing the radiator cap and drain plug. The overhaul handle requires the 09230-01010 Special Service Tool equipped with the claw section after which users must adjust the stopper bolt till the measurement "B" reaches 0.2 - 0.3 mm (0.008 - 0.012 inch) to prevent claw damage. Use the tool to unseal the lock plates until the stopper bolt stops the process and extract the tanks and O-rings by delivering soft blows of a soft-faced hammer on the radiator port. Prior to reinstallation note that replacement or additional caulking will be possible two times maximum before the radiator must be replaced. Examine the lock plate for damage while fixing any deformities for normal operation. Customers should install new O-rings along with tanks while maintaining a clear groove area from foreign matter. They should use a soft-faced hammer to tap the lock plate for eliminating gaps between parts. Special Service Tool 09230-01010 and 09231-14010 should be assembled for lock plate caulking. Adjust the stopper bolt to achieve a target dimension "B" of 8.4 mm (0.34 inch) before pressing the tool onto the lock plate to check the height measurement (H) between 7.4 - 7.8 mm (0.2959 - 0.3119 inch). Put the new O-ring on the drain plug before applying soapy water to install it. To accomplish this test install Special Service Tool: 09230-01010 and apply a pressure of 147 kPa (1.5 kgf/cm2, 21 psi) through the radiator cap tester while checking for presence of any water leakage. Use 4 bolts to secure the radiator supports and bushings and pipes while tightening them at 12.7 Nm (130 kgf-cm, 9 ft. lbs.). Install the radiator cap afterwards. Begin by installing the No.1 fan shroud with 4 bolts at 5 Nm (50 kgf-cm, 44 inch lbs.) before setting the radiator bracket hooks to the support holes and securing the radiator with 4 bolts at 12 Nm (120 Nm, 9 ft. lbs.). The installation includes attaching the No.2 fan shroud with 2 clips followed by reconnection of A/T oil cooler hoses coupled with upper and lower radiator hoses and radiator reservoir hose and engine coolant filling. To begin the check turn on the vehicle using the key while inspecting for coolant leakages then check the coolant level before positioning the engine covering.