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How to replace the thermostat in a Toyota Camry?

Model: Toyota Camry Xv20 - Years 1997-2001
Part: Thermostat

In this tutorial, we can see how to replace the thermostat in the Toyota Camry, a very simple and quick operation. First of all, make sure the engine is cold, then go under the vehicle, remove the protective cover and, by unscrewing the indicated tap, drain all the coolant in the system. Next, locate the thermostat housing, unscrew the two fixing bolts with a 10mm socket wrench and remove the valve from the housing. At this point, all that's left to do is insert the replacement, reassemble everything and refill the lost amount of coolant.

Posted on 20 July 2025 by ScegliAuto

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