Last Modified: 08-21-2023 6.11:8.1.0 Doc ID: RM100000001BGR1
Model Year Start: 2019 Model: Avalon HV Prod Date Range: [04/2018 - 08/2021]
Title: A25A-FXS (COOLING): THERMOSTAT: REMOVAL; 2019 - 2021 MY Avalon HV [04/2018 - 08/2021]

REMOVAL

CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

NOTICE:

This procedure includes the removal of small-head bolts. Refer to Small-Head Bolts of Basic Repair Hint to identify the small-head bolts.

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PROCEDURE

1. DRAIN ENGINE COOLANT (for Engine)

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2. DISCONNECT NO. 2 RADIATOR HOSE

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3. REMOVE WATER INLET WITH THERMOSTAT SUB-ASSEMBLY

(a) Disconnect the water inlet with thermostat sub-assembly connector.

(b) Slide the clip and disconnect the No. 7 water by-pass hose from the water inlet with thermostat sub-assembly.

NOTICE:

  • Do not apply force to the water inlet with thermostat sub-assembly when disconnecting the No. 7 water by-pass hose.
  • Do not damage the water inlet with thermostat sub-assembly.

HINT:

When disconnecting the No. 7 water by-pass hose, slide the clip, rotate the hose and pull it straight off the pipe.

(c) Using an 8 mm socket wrench, remove the 2 bolts and water inlet with thermostat sub-assembly.

(d) Remove the gasket from the water inlet with thermostat sub-assembly.