Camry Sedan V6-180.5 2959cc 3.0L DOHC (3VZ-FE) (1992)
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Thermostat: Service and Repair
THERMOSTAT REMOVAL
HINT: Removal of the thermostat would have an adverse effect, causing a lowering of cooling efficiency. Do not remove the thermostat, even if the
engine tends to overheat.
1. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE TERMINAL OF BATTERY
CAUTION (w / Airbag): Work must be started after approx. 30 seconds or longer from the time the ignition switch is turned to the
LOCK position and the negative (-) terminal cable is disconnected from the battery.
2. DRAIN ENGINE COOLANT
3. REMOVE WATER INLET PIPE
(a) Remove the bolt holding the water inlet pipe to the alternator belt adjusting bar.
(b) Remove the water inlet pipe and 0-ring.
4. DISCONNECT WATER TEMPERATURE SENSOR CONNECTOR
5. REMOVE WATER INLET