How to Replace Thermostat 1993 Camry LE 3VZ-FE

[theckt]

Engine overheating. Radiator was installed over 5 months ago. Warmer temperatures has caused overheating with some temp fluctuations at both driving and sitting.

I've drained the radiator, but am not sure how to reach the thermostat. I've read that the lower radiator hose attached to engine should be removed, then remove bolts.

Before I loosen the clamp and remove the hose, I wanted to make sure that the thermostat is in fact located behind that area.

It's a hard area to reach, so I wonder if I should move the alternator or something.

Pictures would be a plus, but if not then I would appreciated whatever help anyone can offer.

Thanks

[Rob_0126]

Originally Posted by theckt

Engine overheating. Radiator was installed over 5 months ago. Warmer temperatures has caused overheating with some temp fluctuations at both driving and sitting.

I've drained the radiator, but am not sure how to reach the thermostat. I've read that the lower radiator hose attached to engine should be removed, then remove bolts.

Before I loosen the clamp and remove the hose, I wanted to make sure that the thermostat is in fact located behind that area.

It's a hard area to reach, so I wonder if I should move the alternator or something.

Pictures would be a plus, but if not then I would appreciated whatever help anyone can offer.

Thanks

If the 93's are exactly like my 92, you need to remove the alternator without a doubt, unless you want to pull the passenger front wheel and splash cover. It's not hard, but it is fun to remove it without disassembling the bracket that holds the alt. on. I did it without headaches, just be careful to not pinch any of the wires and dont force the alt out or in, just wiggle it out.

Btw, Id get a Chilton manual before doing any of this, as it has the step by steps. You have some bolts to remove, but not many.

[xtremeskier97]

Chiltons manual SUCKS for our car. Get the haynes if you dont have the online pdf.

Ive got all 3 manuals.

[zoni]

Originally Posted by xtremeskier97

Chiltons manual SUCKS for our car. Get the haynes if you dont have the online pdf.

Ive got all 3 manuals.

agreed!!!!! 100%
a repair manual is a must have. Nobody is going to waste their time on this question, because it is a common job in a haynes manual.
and chiltons sucks balls.

[Rob_0126]

Chiltons suck? Man, guess Ive been out of the loop for a while. Ive used chiltons for years, after using haynes way back, I thought the chiltons were more informative.

Ill have to give a haynes a look then. thanks for the headsup.

But yeh, a manual is a must, everytime I get a different vehicle, I go buy the repair book for it. worth every penny.