Toyota Corolla (E120) 2002–2008 Repair Manual / Cooling / Thermostat
Toyota Corolla (E120): Thermostat
Replacement
1. Remove engine under cover rh
2. Drain coolant
3. Remove fan and generator v belt
4. Remove generator assy
- Disconnect the wire clamp from the wire clip on the rectifire end frame.
- remove the rubber cap and nut, and disconnect the alternator wire.
- disconnect the alternator connector.
- Remove the 2 bolts and alternator.
5. Remove water inlet
6. Remove thermostat
7. Install thermostat
- Install a new gasket to the thermostat.
- install the thermostat with the jiggle valve upward as shown in the illustration.
8. Install water inlet
Torque: 11 nvm (113 Kgf·cm, 8 ft·lbf)
9. Install generator assy
Torque:
12mm head 25 nvm (250 Kgf·cm, 18 ft·lbf)
14mm head 54 nvm (550 Kgf·cm, 39 in.Vlbf)
10. Add coolant
11. Check engine coolant leak
Other materials:
Automatic transmission / trans
Preparation
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Recomended tools
Equipment
Lubricant
Ssm (special service materials)
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Steering column
Preparation
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Recomended tools
Equipment
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Correct use of the seat
belts
Extend the shoulder belt so
that it comes fully over the
shoulder, but does not come
into contact with the neck or
slide off the shoulder.
Position the lap belt as low as
possible over the hips.
Adjust the position of the
seatback. Sit up straight and
well back in the seat.
Do not twist ...