Other Name: Engine Coolant Thermostat; Thermostat, Coolant
Replaces: 90916-03069
Fits the following Toyota Models:
Camry | 1984-1991 | Base, DLX, DLX All Trac, LE, LE All Trac | 4 Cyl 1.8 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 2.0 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
Celica | 1986-1997 | GT, GTS, ST | 4 Cyl 1.6 L GAS, 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.2 L GAS
Corolla | 1984-1997 | Base, CE, DLX, DLX All Trac, DX, FX, FX16, FX16 GTS, GTS, LE, LE Limited, Sport DLX, Sport GTS, Sport SR5, SR5, SR5 All Trac | 4 Cyl 1.6 L GAS, 4 Cyl 1.8 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS
MR2 | 1985-1987 | GT | 4 Cyl 1.6 L GAS
Paseo | 1992-1997 | Base, Convertible | 4 Cyl 1.5 L GAS
RAV4 | 1996-1997 | Base | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
Tercel | 1984-1998 | Base, CE, DLX, DX, EZ, LE, SR5, STD | 4 Cyl 1.5 L GAS
Van | 1984-1989 | Wagon Crg, Wagon DX, Wagon LE | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.2 L GAS
A: The first step of installing the 2AZ-FE cooling system thermostat requires the placement of a new gasket while setting the jiggle valve to face upward with adjustable angles between 10 degrees on each side of the recommended position. Lead by placing the water inlet nuts on the thermostat then secure them with 9.0 Nm (92 kgf-cm, 80 in-lbf) torque. Last touches include attaching the radiator hose outlet followed by adding engine coolant before checking for cooling system leaks. Install the engine under cover LH followed by engine under cover RH together with front wheel opening extension pad LH and front wheel opening extension pad RH.
Q: How Can You Properly Service and Repair a Thermostat on Toyota 4Runner?
A: engin cooling fluid drained out as the first step for thermostat servicing. Disconnect the lower radiator hose from the water inlet before removing the thermostat by unscrewing the two nuts which hold the inlet housing to the water inlet and finally disconnecting the inlet to take out the thermostat with its gasket. Check the valve opening function of the thermostat by heating water while placing it inside until it reaches 80 - 84 degrees Celsius (176 - 183 degrees Fahrenheit); if it fails in this range replace it. The thermostat requires evaluation for its 8 mm (0.31 inch) valve lift capability at 95 degrees Celsius (203 degrees Fahrenheit) and complete valve closure at 40 degrees Celsius (104 degrees Fahrenheit) before replacement. Place the thermostat inside the water inlet housing using a new gasket while positioning the jiggle valve properly next to the protrusion on the water inlet housing. Either end of this positioning can be within 15 degrees of the stated direction. Secure the water inlet to the lower radiator hose through two nuts by directing its top mark (protrusion) toward upright position before tightening to 20 Nm (200 kgf-cm, 15 ft-lbs). Before you begin fill the coolant reservoir then start the engine while inspecting for any fluid leaks.
Q: How to replace the thermostat on Toyota Tacoma?
A: Draining the engine coolant should be the first step when replacing the 2TR-FE thermostat. Begin by removing the water inlet after undoing its bolt and 2 nuts before detaching the water inlet and extracting the gasket installed on the timing chain cover. After extracting the thermostat relocate it to the timing chain cover. The installation process requires you to set the jiggle valve upward on the thermostat while positioning it between 10 degrees of both sides of the recommended alignment. You should place a new gasket and the water inlet onto their positions and tighten the bolt and 2 nuts to 20 Nm (204 kgf-cm, 15 ft. lbs.). Last step is to pour the engine coolant while conducting a leak test.