2001 TOYOTA AVALON Service Repair Manual

B09047
Ta pCORRECT
WRONGTank
Lock
Plate
CO1206
Dimension ºBº
Stopper Bolt
Punch Assembly
Overhaul HandlePart ºAº
SST
B09045
1
SST
Stopper
Bolt2 37
5
48
6
TankLock
Plate
B09044
Rib
Bracket
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(b) Install the tank without damaging the O-ring.
(c) Tap the lock plate with a soft-faced hammer so that there
is no gap between it and the tank.
4. ASSEMBLE SST
SST 09230-01010, 09231-14010
(a) Install the punch assembly to the overhaul handle, insert-
ing it in the hole in part ºAº as shown in the illustration.
(b) While gripping the handle, adjust the stopper bolt so that
dimension ºBº shown in the diagram.
Dimension ºBº: 8.4 mm (0.34 in.)
5. CAULK LOCK PLATE
(a) Lightly press SST against the lock plate in the order
shown in the illustration. After repeating this a few times,
fully caulk the lock plate by squeezing the handle until
stopped by the stopper plate.
SST 09230-01010
HINT:

Do not stake the areas protruding around the pipes,
brackets or tank ribs.

B09041
B09046
H
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The points shown in the rib sides and oil cooler near here
cannot be staked with SST. Use pliers or similar object
and be careful not to damage the core plates.
(b) Check the lock plate height (H) after completing the caulk-
ing.
Plate height (H): 7.4 - 7.8 mm (0.2959 - 0.3119 in.)
If not within the specified height, adjust the stopper bolt of the
handle again and caulk again.
6. INSTALL CUSHION

CO0WT-01
B09040
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REMOVAL
HINT:
At the time of installation, please refer to the following items.

Start the engine, and check for coolant and A/T fluid
leaks.

Check the A/T fluid level (See page DI-160).
1. REMOVE BATTERY AND BATTERY TRAY
2. REMOVE ENGINE UNDER COVER
3. DRAIN ENGINE COOLANT
4. DISCONNECT NO.3 ENGINE ROOM RELAY BLOCK
FROM RADIATOR
5. DISCONNECT NO.1 COOLING FAN CONNECTOR
6. DISCONNECT WIRE CLAMPS FROM NO.1 FAN
SHROUD
7. DISCONNECT NO.2 COOLING FAN CONNECTOR
8. DISCONNECT NO.1 ECT SWITCH WIRE CONNECTOR
9. DISCONNECT WIRE CLAMPS FROM NO.2 FAN
SHROUD
10. DISCONNECT UPPER RADIATOR HOSE FROM RA-
DIATOR
11. DISCONNECT LOWER RADIATOR HOSE FROM RA-
DIATOR
12. DISCONNECT A/T OIL COOLER HOSES FROM RA-
DIATOR
13. REMOVE RADIATOR AND COOLING FANS AS-
SEMBLY
(a) Remove the 2 bolts and 2 upper supports.
Torque: 12.8 N´m (130 kgf´cm, 9 ft´lbf)
(b) Lift out the radiator, and remove the radiator and cooling
fans assembly.
(c) Remove the 2 lower supports.
14. REMOVE NO.1 ECT SWITCH
15. REMOVE NO.1 COOLING FAN FROM RADIATOR
Remove the 2 bolts and cooling fan.
Torque: 5.0 N´m (50 kgf´cm, 44 in.´lbf)
16. REMOVE NO.2 COOLING FAN FROM RADIATOR
Remove the 2 bolts and cooling fan.
Torque: 5.0 N´m (50 kgf´cm, 44 in.´lbf)

CO02Q-03
B09035
V-Bank Cover
Air Cleaner Hose
w/ Resonator
Engine Wire Protector
Thermostat

Gasket
Water Inlet
Water Inlet PipeN´m (kgf´cm, ft´lbf)
: Specified torque

O-Ring
No.2 ECT
Switch
Connector
8 (80, 69 in.´lbf)
19.5 (200, 14)

Non-reusable part
Vacuum Hose
Heater Hose
V-Bank Cover Fastener
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THERMOSTAT
COMPONENTS

CO02S-03
P13255
CO0601
Z1057910 mm
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INSPECTION
INSPECT THERMOSTAT
HINT:
The thermostat is numbered with the valve opening tempera-
ture.
(a) Immerse the thermostat in water and gradually heat the
water.
(b) Check the valve opening temperature.
Valve opening temperature:
80 - 84°C (176 - 183°F)
If the valve opening temperature is not as specified, replace the
thermostat.
(c) Check the valve lift.
Valve lift: 10.0 mm (0.394 in.) or more at 95°C (203°F)
If the valve lift is not as specified, replace the thermostat.
(d) Check that the valve is fully closed when the thermostat
is at low temperatures (below 40°C (104°F)).
If not closed, replace the thermostat.

CO02T-03
B04153Stud BoltJiggle Valve
15°15°
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INSTALLATION
1. PLACE THERMOSTAT IN WATER PUMP
(a) Install a new gasket on to the thermostat.
(b) Align the thermostat jiggle valve with the upper stud bolt,
and insert the thermostat in the water inlet housing.
HINT:
The jiggle valve may be set within 15° of either side of the pre-
scribed position.
2. INSTALL WATER INLET
Install the water inlet with the 3 nuts.
Torque: 8 N´m (80 kgf´cm, 69 in.´lbf)
3. INSTALL WATER INLET PIPE
(a) Install a new O-ring to the water inlet pipe.
(b) Apply soapy water to the O-ring.
(c) Connect the water inlet pipe to the water inlet.
(d) Install the bolt holding the water inlet pipe to the LH cylin-
der head.
Torque: 19.5 N´m (200 kgf´cm, 14 ft´lbf)
4. INSTALL ENGINE WIRE PROTECTOR
5. CONNECT NO.2 ECT SWITCH CONNECTOR
6. CONNECT HEATER HOSES
7. REINSTALL AIR CLEANER HOSE WITH RESONATOR
8. INSTALL V-BANK COVER
(a) Using 5 mm hexagon wrench, install the V-bank cover
with the 3 cap nuts.
(b) Press down the V-bank cover fastener.
9. FILL WITH ENGINE COOLANT
10. START ENGINE AND CHECK FOR LEAKS
11. RECHECK ENGINE COOLANT LEVEL

CO0SW-02
A10518
5 mm
Hexagon
Wrench
B08906
B06725
B04150
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REMOVAL
HINT:
Removal of the thermostat would have an adverse effect, caus-
ing a lowering of cooling efficiency. Do not remove the thermo-
stat, even if the engine tends to overheat.
1. DRAIN ENGINE COOLANT
2. REMOVE V-BANK COVER
(a) Using a 5 mm hexagon wrench, remove the 3 cap nuts.
(b) Loosen the V-bank cover fastener counterclockwise.
(c) Remove the V-bank cover.
3. WARM UP ENGINE
Allow the engine to warm up to normal operating temperature.
4. REMOVE AIR CLEANER HOSE WITH RESONATOR
5. DISCONNECT HEATER HOSES
6. DISCONNECT NO.2 ECT SWITCH CONNECTOR
7. DISCONNECT ENGINE WIRE PROTECTOR FROM
WATER INLET AND RH CYLINDER HEAD
Remove the nut and disconnect the clamp, and disconnect the
engine wire protector from the water inlet and cylinder head.
8. DISCONNECT WATER INLET PIPE FROM WATER IN-
LET AND LH CYLINDER HEAD
(a) Remove the bolt, and disconnect the inlet pipe from the
water inlet.
(b) Remove the O-ring from the inlet pipe.
9. REMOVE WATER INLET AND THERMOSTAT
(a) Remove the 3 nuts, water inlet and thermostat.
(b) Remove the gasket from the thermostat.

CO02M-03
A10834
RH Fender Apron Seal
Generator Drive Belt
Engine Moving
Control Rod
No.2 RH Engine
Mounting Bracket
Ground Strap
Connector PS Pump Drive Belt
Engine Coolant Reservoir Hose
: Specified torque
64 (650, 47)
32 (320, 23)
N´m (kgf´cm, ft´lbf)
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WATER PUMP
COMPONENTS