RX 300 FWD V6-3.0L (1MZ-FE) (1999)
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a. Disconnect these connectors and hoses:
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No.1 electric cooling fan connector
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No.2 electric cooling fan connector
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No. 1 ECT switch connector
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Upper radiator hose from radiator
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Lower radiator hose from radiator
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Radiator reservoir hose
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2 oil cooler hoses from radiator
b. Remove the 2 bolts and 2 upper radiator supports.
Torque: 12.8 Nm (130 kgf-cm, 9 ft. lbs.)
c. Lift out the radiator assembly.
d. Remove the 2 lower radiator supports.
5. REMOVE ELECTRIC COOLING FAN FROM RADIATOR
Remove the 6 bolts and cooling fan.
Torque: 5.0 Nm (50 kgf-cm, 44 inch lbs.)
DISASSEMBLY
1. REMOVE NO.1 ECT SWITCH Aft
a. Remove the No. 1 ECT switch.
b. Remove the O-ring.
2. REMOVE DRAIN PLUG
a. Remove the drain plug.
b. Remove the O-ring.
3. ASSEMBLE SST
Special Service Tool (SST) 09230-01010
a. Install the claw to the overhaul handle, inserting it in the hole in part "A" as shown in the diagram.
b. While gripping the handle, adjust the stopper bolt so that dimension "B" shown in the diagram is 0.2 - 0.3 mm (0.008 - 0.012 inch).
NOTICE: If this adjustment is not done the claw may be damaged.
4. UNCAULK LOCK PLATES
