Removal and installation of thermostat on a '94 Camry XLE

[BRomero]

Hey guys, I need to change my thermostat cause apparently mine is stuck open. My question is, is it hard to change it on a '94 camry? Can I do it myself or should I take it to a shop? I already purchased it, I just need to install it.

[Knailgun]

Originally Posted by BRomero

Hey guys, I need to change my thermostat cause apparently mine is stuck open. My question is, is it hard to change it on a '94 camry? Can I do it myself or should I take it to a shop? I already purchased it, I just need to install it.

pain in the ass to change, but not impossible, use the search function, if I am not mistaken it is on the lower radiator hose, the end by the block

[RU2CHKN]

I4 or V6?

[Camry LE 94]

if you have the right tools, you can do anything

[JohnGD]

I4 or V6? Both should be no problem if you're mechanically inclined. But may take a while on your first try because of clearance to some nuts/bolts. Refill with Toyota Red and distilled water. Good time to get a new radiator cap.

Disconnect the battery. Make sure no coolant gets into electrical parts. use tin foil to divert coolant if needed.

Originally Posted by BRomero

Hey guys, I need to change my thermostat cause apparently mine is stuck open. My question is, is it hard to change it on a '94 camry? Can I do it myself or should I take it to a shop? I already purchased it, I just need to install it.

[96paseo]

The 4 banger is easier than the V6. Both are doable with a 3/8" or 1/4" socket set. Get a clean drain pan for the coolant and open the valve at the bottom of the radiator. Let all the coolant drain. Remove the bolts on the thermostat housing. Some more coolant will spill so have the drain pan positioned appropriately. Remove your old t-stat. Slip the new o-ring on the new t-stat. Seat the t-stat in the housing and put the bolts back on. Re-fill with 50/50 mix Toyota Red. Run car up to normal operating temperature and check for leaks. Allow to cool and top of radiator. Fill the reservoir between "Full" and "Low".

[bronzemaxell]

i've changed both i4 and v6, 4cyl is much easier, only held by three of 10mm nuts, located under the alternator, if you trace the upper radiator hose on passenger side to the engine, u will find it.

the v6 is a bitch, took me a good 45 minutes to an hour. located on the side of the front bank, (driver side), proper tool will make it easier, i used 10mm socket (1/4" drive), 1/4" swival, and different 1/4" extension, 2", 4", 6", 8" to get to the 3 bolts on the thermostat housing, and have to remove air box hose that connects to the throttle body to give more working room, and remove what ever is on the way. the coolant heater hoses and engine wire/harness also on the way,