How to Replace Radiator 97-01 Toyota Camry

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1A Auto shows you how to repair, install, fix, change or replace a broken radiator fan. If your car overheats or runs hot and the radiator cooling fan will not turn on then this may be your solution. This video shows the process for the 97, 98, 99, 00, 01 Toyota Camry
This process should be similar on the following vehicles:
1997 Toyota Camry
1998 Toyota Camry
1999 Toyota Camry
2000 Toyota Camry
2001 Toyota Camry
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• Slip-Joint Pliers
• Ratchet 1aau.to/oEX/1AX...
• Socket Extensions 1aau.to/oCg/1AX...
• Anti-Freeze
• 8mm Allen Wrench
• Drain Pan 1aau.to/odT/1AX...
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[@kyehunter93]

never worked on a car on my own. till lastnight. I watched this video twice and was able to change out my cracked radiator with a new one. in( 1 1/2 hrs . ) I really appreciate the help!

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+Ky Thank you for watching. Great job on the replacement, and we're glad that our video was able to help! 1aauto.com

[@stevebyrne3065]

Same here. Great video for this non mechanic. I get everything installed, just need to add coolant in the morning and make sure it runs. Thanks again for the PRECISE instructions.

[@brianpacheco1927]

Guys - if you're looking to replace the coolant switch at the bottom it actually goes by a different name. It's called a coolant fan switch. The one at the top near the manifold is the coolant temperature sensor. They work together to tell the ECU when to turn on the fans. The one at the bottom radiator is larger and has a larger probe. If you suspect either one is bad you can test it by using alligator clips on a multimeter and connecting to the pins and putting your multimeter to 20K ohms. In cold icy water the resistance should be as high as 5.5, but in hot boiling water the resistance should drop to 0.25. If the number doesn't change or stays high than your sensor is bad. Hope this helps!

[@kentruitt9997]

I've done this twice now on my 99 Camry and this video--all the 1aaa auto videos really--was super helpful. The second time, I skipped dealing with removing the skid plate and the job went a lot faster.

[@JetskiMark11]

Thank you for the informative video. It was clearly shot and illuminated nicely. The list of tools needed saved me some time. I have replaced several radiators on my old school American cars and trucks, but have never worked on anything with electric fans. I was surprised by how light this radiator is. This was fairly easy to do on a friend's 1999 Camry. I changed the order of procedures from yours however. I raised the car on jack stands. I removed the skid plate and drained the coolant first. I then removed the hoses above the fans so I could pull them straight up. I used the caps from the new radiator's transmission cooler lines to plug the old ones. The most difficult part was removing the electrical connectors and the transmission cooler hoses. These have never been removed since the car was built and required a bit of persuasion. I checked for coolant and transmission fluid leaks while it was still raised up and without the skid plate. The first paragraph in your description must have been copied from a different video and needs to be edited. It is about the radiator fan. Again, thank you.

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[@sargefo722]

Great video, thorough and easy explanation, and really appreciate it when you mentioned what size socket and how many bolts needed to be taken off.

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[@holdingboost2024]

thanks just did mine! from your instructions.. never done it it works perfect now! no overheating

[@1AAuto]

+4 mat Thanks for watching! If any of our viewers needs to make this repair, we carry the auto repair part shown in this video on our website. Here is a link to them: www.1aauto.com/toyota-camry-solara-radiator/i/1arad00640?KZbin&CTA+Comment&Cnnp1Rli-4A

[@zamukito7]

Great video. Took almost 2 hours, between setup on a ramp, removing, replacing, testing and clean up!!! Thank you !!!!!

[@tompavic5364]

Great and precise video, even us old people can follow. Great job!!

[@Hingle_McCringleberry87]

Everyone, that is NOT a coolant temperature sensor! That is a cooling fan switch! Totally different. If you are looking for that part do not ask for a coolant temperature sensor. You are going to get the wrong part.

[@ryaneezy7730]

Just did this on my 2000 Toyota Camry LE pretty straight forward, you don’t really need a tutorial but it helps if you don’t know wasup but its nothin too hard but you can also use a long 3/4’s socket instead of using a 19MM wrench for your coolant temperature sensor. Wish y’all the best of luck💪🏽

[@narrowpath2980]

I’m glad a1 has videos to help with car repairs, you guys are awesome. I’m having trouble finding a radiator that is for a Japan built 2003 Camry V6 SE 3.0L , hope you’ll be able to help , thanks.

[@jasonmartindale3171]

This was EXTREMELY easy to do with this instruction. I had my kid helping who barely knows how to use a ratchet and he followed along and did most of it. In fact it was so easy we looked at each other after and asked what we forgot to do, lol.

[@AdmiralDG]

Thank you! So glad you did a series on this car, I inherited one and it is a beater. So I appreciate the tips in these videos greatly!

[@charlesedmundadams5238]

A few important and helpful tips: this Camry doesn't have a air bleeder valve in the engine, so you may find yourself in a situation where an air bubble is trapped and you're unable to get it out. The simplest fix will be to raise the car up as far as it will go from the front with a jack (be careful & safe) to allow the air bubble to be forced out. Another thing that will help with this is to wait on putting in the large upper radiator hose, filling that up with coolant and then quickly attaching it to the radiator while trying to avoid a mess, this will help to eliminate some of the air that would otherwise be trapped in it. Lastly, I just did this fix and was disappointed to find out from my local Toyota dealership that they discontinued the coolant temp sensor on this car.. so if you're in need of a new one you'll likely need to go to a junk yard (I've tried multiple after market ones with no luck on the fitting).

[@alochoa7057]

Thank you for this video had to watch it again while i was removing the plug and heat sensor line.the should make it simple the plastic connectors can be easily crack if not careful it was a nightmare removing them life should be easy peasy but those electrical connection plug are difficult to remove thank you will ask my overcharging mechanic near my place if they are hiring

[@soniasbooks]

Very detailed and easy to follow! Thank you!

[@sandyfoodie4468]

Excellent instructions, took me 2.5 hours but most is that time was finding lost brackets, screws and tools 🤦🏾‍♂️ otherwise it should only take :30 minutes or less. The screws on the bottom plate were rusted so i broke 3. Use pb blaster and let sit and do not use impact wrench to take them off.

[@CupidsComa]

Because of this video I just ordered a radiator for my v6 camry, hopefully im able to install it when it comes in

[@coinsagE46m3]

Replaced my radiator using this video on my '95 Camry, with only a couple minor differences. Thank you!!!

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Terrific video. Very thorough, professional and complete. Thanks.

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[@WHITTLINGdesigns]

Great video, much appreciated! I knew it was going to be pretty simple but am glad you guys made this video. One thing I would add is to make sure your transmission feeds are all screwed in tight or you will leak transmission fluid like I did. Will definitely buy parts from you guys in the future. I would have saved $40 if I had this time.

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[@joet4806]

Outstanding, Very Good Teaching Skills! Thank you!

[@bmarbett]

This video was detailed and very informative. Made an otherwise complicated replacement, seamless and easy. THANK YOU!!!!

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[@bc4315]

Thanks, 1A Auto! Just replaced my radiator; working as expected.👍

[@jippatru4398]

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[@vndradeanthony]

Great tutorial and thorough! Thank you boss 🙏

[@myhobbyguitar4117]

Thank you for this video. Very helpful....Now I am ready to replace my son's radiator ...

[@PCMKR-xe2vx]

Do we need to replace lost transmission oil during unplugging the hose? Thank you.

[@MegaJeff7]

Thank for such an excellent video! Followed all your instructions and was able to install it successfully.

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[@mckav2358]

A very big THANKYOU for showing how to change out the radiator :)

[@thetruth45678]

Thank you! With your simple instructions, I was able to swap out my radiator. Now I can continue to deliver pizza to hungry folks here in Taos during this pandemic. :)

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[@yumecollins4101]

Thank you so much! I'm going to do it myself and I'll get right back to you 😀

[@jreddd1339]

Very good video I just couldn't squeeze the fan past the top hose like you did so I took it back off to install that right fan but a very good video thanks for posting

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[@robertgreenwald2811]

Thank God for the R/R music or I'd never get this done!

[@expeditingwithdiesel4893]

My 99 Toyota Camry Le 2.2L has a few extras, a fuse box is beside the battery and has an a/c line under the horn on the front side of the radiator...

[@fernando3354]

I saw on your channel you have a video for replacing coolant temperature sensor and you called the sensor on the radiator by that name? What is the name of the white sensor on the radiator?

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[@Wizkid490]

Did it today. Just shy of 4 hours for me, including cleanup. Had to make some modifications, though. Bottom wiring harness would not unclip. Ended up having to cut it and zip-tie it back on at the end. My petcock (the little spout on the bottom of the radiator) was blocked and wouldn't flow, so I had to drain the coolant from the bottom radiator hose (messy!).

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[@strivingforworldpeace6828]

Is this the same basic process for a 1995 toyota camry v6?

[@qkg6297]

Just did it myself great vid 👍🏾

[@johnnysuede3156]

does this vehicle have 2 Coolant Temperature Sensors? One on the Radiator and one toward the top hose near the back of it? I understand there's a smaller sensor which is the Sender. But the one next to it, is that also the same sensor as the one on the bottom of the radiator?

[@lilmonckton]

Very informative video, nice details and well shot and narrated.

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[@lunarlasso]

Is this coolant temp sensor at 8:47 the same model as the one that sits near the engine block. It's the only one I can find online. I replaced a radiator in a 1996 camry and it didn't have the radiator sensor or the jumper that connects it. I can't find the jumper anywhere! I even contacted the dealer for the jumper/connection wire and they said they don't sale it. But maybe with a part number. Any help would be greatly appreciated. What does this sensor do also? The car hasn't had it since the owner has had the car for a few years.

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Thanks for the video. It helped me replace the radiator on my ‘99 Avalon (with one from 1A Auto of course).

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[@tpaulgarrison]

The thermostat isn't working if it boils over after installing new radiator?

[@martinthomas1581]

At the 9:40 minute mark there is something that looks like the radiator (similar size and many small fins) in front of the radiator. What is that? I may be getting some leaking from it in addition to the leaking from the radiator. Thanks.

[@miguelfranco1101]

It is the AC condenser

[@troyb6036]

My transmission cooler fittings the gold ones did not come pre-installed I was looking for a video to show the correct way to install them without leaking

[@RR-wq3pq]

was the old coolant temp sensor not connected to anything? im gong crazy here trying to find the connector

[@1AAuto]

+Rudy R Disconnecting the Coolant Temp Sensor Disconnect the coolant temp sensor wiring harness at the bottom of the radiator Pry out the retainer holding the connector to the radiator Lay the harness off to the side

[@austinsullivan7554]

Which transmission hose is the one that goes from the radiator to the transmission, left or right?

[@pandah360]

is this extremely similar to the v6 engine?

[@Bbarnacles50]

My (old) radiator did not have a drain plug that I could find so I made quite a mess when I pulled the large hose off the bottom 😅 Thank you 1A Auto for making this video as it was extremely helpful!

[@susanbishop2685]

How long radiator an condensor

[@SimplyMEHHH]

Thanks for the tutorial, my radiator was black, and the plastic was cracked and yellow. It also shot a stream of radiator fluid everywhere in the engine bay. Wish I replaced it sooner *smh*

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+SimplyMEHHH You are very welcome and thank you for watching! We are sorry to hear that happened. We hope our video helps you out!

[@xxxBradTxxx]

hahaha same thing happened to me a few days ago!

[@gabrielsandoval575]

Thank you work out great 👍

[@donaldlump7793]

I replaced my radiator bout 30 minutes ago in my camry the top clamps that hold the radiator in place are a little bit off set so I had to pull the radiator a little hard to get the screws in is this ok?

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+Donald $lump ☔ As long as you do not damage the radiator core you should be all set. 1aauto.com

[@wachumin4159]

Good video, thank you very much!!!!

[@mrsaiyan7342]

Do you have any videos of a 97 Toyota RAV4 AWD radiator replacement?

[@1AAuto]

We currently do not have a video of what you are looking for, but will certainly keep this in mind for the future. +Mr saiyan

[@sharp461]

Would these steps in this video work for a 2000 Solara V6 3.0 liter car?

[@1AAuto]

+sharp461 You may be able to apply some of the basic steps shown in this video to your vehicle. We do carry a new radiator for your application. Here's a link to them goo.gl/HV3GFq

[@marthasanchez19]

What color coolant ndoes this radiator need ? Is prestone yellow ok?

[@rehma6b0]

Toyota specifies to use their Pre-Diluted "RED" fluid. They also have a "PINK" fluid but that is only for newer cars. Use the "RED" long life fluid.

[@josephpenderjr8990]

I need a video for radiator replacement on 2000 Avalon

[@huenelius4936]

Thank ya fellas

[@alfredcollins87]

You can use jackstands to be easy but i did it the hard way remove the top and pulled the hoses straight

[@randym119]

Is this a similar procedure on the 1992-1996 Camry?

[@1AAuto]

+Andrew Willson It may be a different procedure on your application. We currently do not have an auto repair video for this particular year, make and model. Thank you for asking. 1aauto.com

[@coinsagE46m3]

Yes, virtually identical.

[@josephpaige3614]

Very good video

[@sopheapcompro1]

After replacement ,I test with ac was fine but when I turn on heat ,I see smoke came out from the radiator, what was the problem?

[@1AAuto]

+sopheapcompro1 make sure there are no leaks and you bled the system properly

[@AnsityJ]

would this be similar to a 1999 toyota celica

[@1AAuto]

+Agora Ansity The installation process would be very similar for your vehicle.

[@TheMidgetman241]

Where does the radiator coolant wire clamp back into?

[@dustoff499]

I think I would be checking for leaks before installing that bottom skid plate...?

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+dustoff499 Thank you for checking us out. It is highly recommended to check for leaks, and before installing the plate may be a perfect time. 1aauto.com

[@sodanaryameas2387]

Thanks! I will do it.

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[@DanLoFat]

do the trans cooler lines have trans or coolant running through them?

[@DanLoFat]

1A Auto Parts and please correct me if I'm wrong but is the fan regulator switch also the drain plug or isn't the drain plug more on the driver side, the fan regulator being more on the passenger side (Avalon) that doesn't have to come out until I pulled the whole radiator out is that right? btw, there is barely any fluid left in the radiator, disonnected hoses planned for being pointed up, I could just drain it once I pull it.

[@DanLoFat]

1A Auto Parts doesn't look as if there is any head gasket nonsense, customer pulled over asap once they saw a bit of steam from the grill and the temp gauge rising. it didn't go into red, should all be good on that part.

[@DanLoFat]

1A Auto Parts wow, amazing you never hear of a transmission leak because of a bad radiator holy cow. so I was thinking, looking inside the Camry which is different than the Avalon, I think the inlet hose is on the passenger side and the filler cap is actually part of the hose it's back by the engine block on the Avalon, is the highest point of the system, but I noticed the Avalon transmission lines to the hises come up and over , kind of like a trap built in, so I would imagine that undoing the clamps from those and then pulling them up they're already up right , so they're not spilling . I can't imagine having to put the car on the lift or get under the car to take the cowl off just to remove the hose clamps, that seems like it's a lot easier to remove the hoses from the top sections both the exit and the input and the output on the fluid and then the transmission hoses off of the lines that are coming up and then curve down and then just kind of tape those to the fan Cowls, undo the three power plugs, take the brackets off and pull the whole assembly out with hoses attached. it just seems to be a be a lot easier and I have seen a couple of KZbin videos where that is being done. at least that's what I'm going to try on a 97 Avalon today.

[@blissonyt1875]

@9:38 it shows something else that looks like the radiator does anyone know what it’s called?

[@nu50stv27]

What about the trans fluid level?

[@troybonner91]

I'm wondering this as well. I didn't realize trans fluid went through the radiator, so I pulled the lines and lost a little bit of fluid. Lost a little less than a shot glass worth of fluid. Mine is a 1990 and I've heard not to change out trans fluid on these old cars because it could ruin the transmission, so I'm thinking I shouldn't touch it, and hope that that amount won't make a difference.

[@whatsthat568]

Thanks

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[@maygaming153]

I recently Installed a new radiator but the problem Im having now is that the fans are always running need help.

[@RawLaughWorld]

David May plug in tour temp sensor

[@cykablyat1466]

GOOD VIDEO

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[@mmanano]

Great video

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+Joe Puentes Thanks for watching. If any of our viewers needs to make this repair, we carry the auto repair part shown in this video on our website. Here is a link to them www.1aauto.com/toyota-camry-solara-radiator/i/1arad00640?KZbin&CTA+Comment&Cnnp1Rli-4A

[@lukeskywalker354]

So I thought that most Toyota's take special coolant. I have a 2001 camary and it says to only put Toyota coolant in. It's Red. Also you should tell your viewers to always follow the OEM coolant to put in. And I would put on that bottom plate last after I checked my car for any leaks.

[@barbaramealy9490]

I thought you had to remove the condenser bolts in front and push condenser forward alittle to remove the radiator. This was not mentioned. ???

[@nevaehrodriguez4063]

I have a 98 Camry and need to align my hood and it won’t align and I moved the bonnets up and down and nothing works

[@DT-vp4iy]

Why I can't take out the electric connector at the bottom of radiator

[@gregorytapping5731]

Are u able to explain a manual fit

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[@gregorytapping5731]

@@1AAuto so is connecting the oil coolant fittings not required

[@hostilityy]

now try this with a 2006 mazdaspeed 6. garbage cars; whole front end had to come out.4hr job

[@mikeyriley8959]

It might be easier to remove and replace the cooling fans with the radiator out 😬

[@oliviareyes3791]

Did everything but heater not blowing out hot air

[@OMGtheykilledKenny42]

Get a spill-free funnel kit and have some extra coolant ready.. set your climate control to highest heat setting. Get that funnel in the radiator neck set up and fill with coolant. Start and run the engine for 5 minutes to burp out the air bubbles. But don't let it run more than 10 minutes without a pressurized system.

[@trutru9018]

I need to see a 2003

[@hazeltate6614]

Just leave fans attached

[@alfredcollins87]

do i need to lift vehicle to reach bottom hoses

[@1AAuto]

+Alfred Collins It might help you to reach them a little easier. 1aauto.com

[@alfredcollins87]

I forgot to put the bottom foot on one side does it hurt the radiator

[@DanLoFat]

Alfred Collins tell me if wrong, 1A, but once the fans are out, can't we just reach down and undo the clamps there and pull them up quick? I was going to use those temporary brake hose clamps to pinch the trans hoses. Car stays on ground. I'd just kick a drain pan around to catch any fluids as I move among the hoses. Ya? and since mine us a 97 Avalon, I was going to leave the large hoses attached at the radiator bottom and lift it all out, any residual fluid stays in the hoses.

[@alfredcollins87]

Yes You can plus remember to seat the feet back so it dosent rattle or break over time i replaced the 2 radiator hoses anyways to savetime in the future and work

[@xxxBradTxxx]

the longest part of the process was waiting for the fluid to drain