HOW TO REMOVE A RADIATOR FROM A TOYOTA COROLLA
Applies to: TOYOTA COROLLA (1995-2000)
Recommended Tools
- Pliers
- Wrench
Instructions
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1
Disconnect the upper radiator hose with the pliers by removing the metal clamp and slide the hose off.
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2
Do the same thing on the smaller bleed line right next to it.
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3
Take two upper brackets off by removing the 4 bolts holding them in place.
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4
Once those are out, disconnect the two electrical connectors going to the radiator fans, one on the driver's side and one on the passenger's side.
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5
Move underneath the car and remove the lower radiator hose (this is the same process as the upper hose, just a pair of pliers to slide the metal clamp off)
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6
Disconnect the smaller lines going to the transmission: a.The first one will be right next to the large lower radiator hose. b.The second one is hidden behind a plastic cover. Pop off a few of the bolts holding it in place and then disconnect the other small line the same way.
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7
Once those lines are all disconnected the radiator should be free - remove it from the vehicle by lifting it up and out.