DIY Toyota Camry Radiator Replacement

The Toyota Camry Radiator is Ford Ids Vcm composed of Aluminum and Plastic. When a leak is detected, the radiator should be replaced in lieu of repair or adding a stop-leak fluid to the cooling system. Most non OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) aftermarket radiators can be purchased anywhere from $100. If the absolute best radiator is desired (perhaps better than factory original, get a Koyo radiator. Koyo is an OEM supplier for Toyota and Honda.
However, they are by no means inexpensive. The removal of the old radiator and installation of a new replacement can be performed in approximately 1.5 hours with no special tools. In addition, the removal/installation process outlined within these instructions can be performed above the car; that is lifting up and getting under the car to remove the splash pan and lower radiator hose is unnecessary. If the radiator failure was due to contaminated, worn-out coolant, drain any residual coolant from the engine block and consider replacing the thermostat. The upper and lower radiator hoses, in most cases, do not need replacement on the Camry.
Some had their coolant reservoir containing the pink coolant (never changed) while the cooling system was green with signs of residual pink. If you have switched from the factory pink to green, ensure the system is throughly flushed with water before introducing a different colored coolant. Better yet, stick with the Toyota pink coolant. I believe mixing different colored coolants will cause a reaction that will reduce the anti-corrosion and water pump lubrication properties of the factory coolant.
When purchasing a radiator replacement, ensure the replacement has all ports matching the original radiator with new brass fittings for the transmission supply and return lines. Ensure the bracket mounts for the two fan shrouds match as well. Some replacement radiators do not come with a drain port and plug but the better ones do.
Transfer items from the old radiator to the new radiator.  Screw on the new Transmission Supply and Return Brass Fittings in the same angle as the original.  Do not over torque.  Re-check the tension and check for leaks after the radiator has been installed with the ATF lines.  Do the same for the Water Temperature Sending Unit.  Using Plumber's tape or gasket seal on the threads is advised for a leak free seal.
With the old radiator out, remove the a) Lower Radiator Hose b) Supply and Return Transmission Oil Lines c) Water Temperature Sending Unit d) Lower Radiator Support Mounts if detached from their sockets.Unbolt the two Upper Radiator Support Mounts, remove the mounts and pull the radiator up from its lower support mount.
From these steps you can do it yourself! just enjoy it.
composed of Aluminum and Plastic. When a leak is detected, the radiator should be replaced in lieu of repair or adding a stop-leak fluid to the cooling system. Most non OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) aftermarket radiators can be purchased anywhere from $100. If the absolute best radiator is desired (perhaps better than factory original, get a Koyo radiator. Koyo is an OEM supplier for Toyota and Honda.
However, they are by no means inexpensive. The removal of the old radiator and installation of a new replacement can be performed in approximately 1.5 hours with no special tools. In addition, the removal/installation process outlined within these instructions can be performed above the car; that is lifting up and getting under the car to remove the splash pan and lower radiator hose is unnecessary. If the radiator failure was due to contaminated, worn-out coolant, drain any residual coolant from the engine block and consider replacing the thermostat. The upper and lower radiator hoses, in most cases, do not need replacement on the Camry.
Some had their coolant reservoir containing the pink coolant (never changed) while the cooling system was green with signs of residual pink. If you have switched from the factory pink to green, ensure the system is throughly flushed with water before introducing a different colored coolant. Better yet, stick with the Toyota pink coolant. I believe mixing different colored coolants will cause a reaction that will reduce the anti-corrosion and water pump lubrication properties of the factory coolant.
When purchasing a radiator replacement, ensure the replacement has all ports matching the original radiator with new brass fittings for the transmission supply and return lines. Ensure GM Tech 2 the bracket mounts for the two fan shrouds match as well. Some replacement radiators do not come with a drain port and plug but the better ones do.
Transfer items from the old radiator to the new radiator.  Screw on the new Transmission Supply and Return Brass Fittings in the same angle as the original.  Do not over torque.  Re-check the tension and check for leaks after the radiator has been installed with the ATF lines.  Do the same for the Water Temperature Sending Unit.  Using Plumber's tape or gasket seal on the threads is advised for a leak free seal.
With the old radiator out, remove the a) Lower Radiator Hose b) Supply and Return Transmission Oil Lines c) Water Temperature Sending Unit d) Lower Radiator Support Mounts if detached from their sockets.Unbolt the two Upper Radiator Support Mounts, remove http://www.obd4u.fr/859-autres-outils-et-accessoires the mounts and pull the radiator up from its lower support mount.
From these steps you can do it yourself! just enjoy it.