How to Replace Thermostat and Housing 02-11 Toyota Camry
Difficulty: Advanced · About 60 min · Toyota Camry
Replace the thermostat and housing on a 2002-2011 Toyota Camry.
Tools you will need
- Funnel
- Ratchet
- Socket extensions
- Flat blade screwdriver
- Rust penetrant
- 10mm socket
- Needle-nose pliers
Parts and supplies
- Thermostat and housing
- Coolant
Steps
- Drain the coolant
Remove the under-bumper splash shield's 10mm bolts and take it off, open the radiator and drain the coolant into a pan, remove the radiator cap, then remove the intake tube's 10mm bolts and take the tube out.
- Remove the old thermostat
Loosen the hose clamp and remove the coolant hose from the housing, remove the housing's 10mm nuts, then pull the thermostat straight out.
- Install the new thermostat and housing
Press the new thermostat into the housing, seat the housing, tighten its 10mm nuts, then refit the hose and its clamp.
- Refill the coolant
Slide the intake tube back in and tighten its bolts, close the drain plug, refit the splash shield, then fill the radiator through a funnel with the correct coolant, run the heat with the engine idling to bleed any trapped air, and remove the funnel once it's bled.
Check your vehicle’s repair manual for exact specifications and fit.