How to Replace Radiator Cooling Fan Assembly 07-09 Toyota Camry L4 2.4L
Difficulty: Advanced · About 80 min · Toyota Camry
Replace the radiator cooling fan assembly, including draining coolant and removing the splash shield, on a 2007-2009 Toyota Camry with the L4 2.4L engine.
Tools you will need
- Funnel
- Socket extensions
- Flat blade screwdriver
- 1/4 inch socket
- Drain pan
- 10mm socket
- Slip-joint pliers
- Ratchet
- Trim tool set
- Pick
Parts and supplies
- Radiator cooling fan assembly
Steps
- Remove the splash shield
Remove the 10mm bolts from the bottom of the bumper cover and the splash shield's 10mm bolt, then pull it off.
- Drain the coolant
Have a drain pan ready, open the drain at the bottom of the radiator, then twist off the cap.
- Remove the air intake tube
Remove its two 10mm bolts, then pull it off the air box.
- Remove the radiator hose
Unclip the O2 sensor wire from the upper hose, loosen its clamps with pliers, pull it off the radiator, then pull it off the engine head with a pick.
- Remove the radiator fan
Disconnect its electrical connector with a flat blade screwdriver, pry its wiring harness out with a trim tool, push in the three top pins, then pull the fan up and out.
- Install the radiator fan
Slide it into place using the locating tabs, push it onto the top tabs, clip the wiring harness to it, then connect its electrical connector.
- Install the radiator hose
Push it onto the engine head and the radiator, tighten its clamps with pliers, then clip the O2 sensor wire back on.
- Install the intake tube
Connect it to the air box, line it up on the radiator support, then insert its two 10mm bolts.
- Install the splash shield
Close the drain plug, lift the shield into place, then insert its bolts and the bumper cover's bolts.
- Fill the coolant
Add coolant through a funnel, start the engine with the heat on, let it reach operating temperature and the bubbling stop, then remove the funnel and twist the cap on.
Check your vehicle’s repair manual for exact specifications and fit.