How to overhaul the radiator assembly on 2004 Toyota Camry?

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Start the radiator assembly overhaul by disposing the drain plug while replacing its O-ring followed by removing the ECT switch No. 1 with its gasket. Use Special Service Tool: 09230-01010 (09231-01010, 09231-01030) by placing the claw onto the overhaul handle while adjusting the stopper bolt to achieve a dimension B measurement between 0.2 to 0.3 mm (0.008 to 0.012 inch) before proceeding to prevent any damage. The tool must be used again for releasing the lock plate caulking before applying light hits with a soft-faced hammer on the radiator bracket to separate the upper and lower tanks and O-ring. The oil cooler assembly disassembly involves uninstalling the screw then the pipe before removing the nut and plate washer and extracting the oil cooler and its two O-rings. Position the oil cooler between the tank's lower section and install 2 fresh rings on it before securing it by applying a 8.3 Nm torque to the plate washer and nut (85 kgf-cm, 73 inch lbs). Complete assembly by torquing the pipe to 14.7 Nm (150 kgf-cm, 11 ft. lbs.) and attaching the screw. Inspect the lock plate for damage to ensure the groove remains undamaged because water leakage might occur; when damage occurs the radiator can sustain only two recaulings before replacement becomes necessary. Secure the lock plate in position by carefully installing the new O-ring without twisting it while checking for any foreign elements which may have entered the groove. After securing the lock plate in position it is necessary to install the tank gently to prevent damaging the O-ring then tap the lock plate using a soft-faced hammer to eliminate any gaps. Use Special Service Tools 09230-01010 and 09231-14010, set the stopper bolt measure to 8.4 mm (0.331 inch) at dimension B. The lock plate caulk requires tool pressure application according to the illustration while avoiding lining up the tool with pipes or tank ribs or brackets and checking that the lock plate height (H) falls within 7.40 to 7.80 mm (0.2913 to 0.3071 inch) range with possible adjustment needed. You should first apply a new gasket to the ECT Switch No. 1 before tightening it with a torque of 19.6 Nm (200 kgf-cm, 14 ft. lbs.). Install a new O-ring to the drain plug and then insert the drain plug itself. The technician must first use Special Service Tool: 09230-01010 to plug the inlet and outlet pipes before applying a radiator cap tester to achieve a test pressure of 177 kPa (1.8 kgf/cm2, 26 psi). The inspection for water leaks must occur underwater while checking for any leak indications with awareness that trapped air in resin tanks may create a false leak identification.

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