Where is the thermostat housing on a Camry V6?
On a V6 engine, the inlet pipe is bolted to the cylinder head with the thermostat housing at the back of the intake manifold. Remove the nuts and electrical connectors for the thermostat housing and remove the housing; be prepared for coolant to spill out.
How do you change the thermostat in a car?
Lift the thermostat housing off the engine and hold it vertically to drain the fluid back into the radiator. Push the hose and housing off to the side to gain access to the thermostat. Pull the old thermostat out of the intake manifold and discard it. Place the new thermostat into the intake manifold. The thermostat is directional.
How to replace the thermostat and radiator hoses?
Toyota Camry: How to Replace Thermostat and Radiator Hoses. Step 1 – Remove the skid plate. Remove the 8mm bolts holding on the skid plate under the car. Set the skid plate aside. Figure 1. Skid plate removal. Step 2 – Drain the coolant from the radiator. Step 3 – Remove lower radiator hose. Step 4
What causes a Toyota Camry to overheat?
This article applies to the Toyota Camry (1997-2011). Guess what the two most common problems that cause overheating and coolant loss are? You guessed it, a malfunctioning thermostat and worn radiator hoses. These will cause major cooling issues and lead to engine failure if not addressed promptly.
How do you change the battery on a Camry?
The exact replacement procedure can vary, depending largely on the type of engine the Camry has. Disconnect the car’s black negative battery cable by loosening its clamp nut with a wrench.
How do you drain coolant from a Camry?
Disconnect the car’s black negative battery cable by loosening its clamp nut with a wrench. Drain the [engine coolant] (https://itstillruns.com/what-is-engine-coolant-13579658.html) from the radiator by placing a container under the radiator’s drain plug.