How to Replace (and upgrade!) the Radiator in your Gen 2 ('05-'15) Toyota Tacoma

How to Replace (and upgrade!) the Radiator in your Gen 2 ('05-'15) Toyota Tacoma - & Top Off Fluids!

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10 ай бұрын

Other Videos I refer to:
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How to flush your coolant: • How to Flush Your Cool...
How to use a coolant lift pump: • How To: Refill Your Co...
How to Change your Transmission Fluid: • How to Service a Seale...
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Parts I used in this job:
- CSF Radiator: amzn.to/3Pw7sCX and more info here: csfrace.com/csfs-high-perform... new radiator cap if necessary!
- Trim clip assortment: amzn.to/3ECDqah
- Coolant: amzn.to/3qYQpQL
- Distilled water if needed for mixing
- WS Fluid: amzn.to/48atNNY
- Silicone paste: amzn.to/45HrVdT
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Tools I used to do this job: (* = essential tools)
Clean 5 Gallon bucket: amzn.to/3Zcox8r OR a regular drain pan: amzn.to/45LMypk
- Hose to drain (anything will do, I got mine at an aquarium store!)
- *Pliers: Really any pliers will do, but here are some of the specialty ones I show in the video:
- Spring Clamp Pliers: amzn.to/3qXHxLb
- FANCY long spring clamp pliers: I have and LOVE these ones: amzn.to/3sLh9oh but you can get away with a cheaper version too: amzn.to/3PdC62R (I show these Astro ones in the video, and they are OK)
- Diagonal Cutting Pliers / Dikes: amzn.to/3PtcksD
- *Sockets: 10mm (I use both 1/4" and 3/8" in this video, but just 3/8" will do), 12mm, 16mm (maybe, for drain plug of CSF rad), 17mm, 24mm socket: amzn.to/3LgWj6J and 5mm Allen Key Socket: amzn.to/44KAWBz
- Impact Wrench: air, battery, or hand tools!
- *Ratchets: I used 3 sizes in this video - ½", ⅜", ¼" but jeez, you can get away with just one.
- Torque Wrench: amzn.to/3EuX0VZ
- *Long extension & Short extension
- Trim clip tool: (usually comes with a trim clip assortment kit like the one I listed above, or get one solo:) amzn.to/45IRQ4C or flathead screwdriver
- Pocket screwdrivers
- Magnetic tray: this is the one I use in the video: amzn.to/44EAEw5 but my personal fave are these magnetic bowls: amzn.to/3LhM1my
- *Gloves: amzn.to/3P2tifO
- Two used spark plugs or large bolts
- Hose puller pick tool: amzn.to/3EvvveZ
Lights:
- Schumacher Magnetic Base Swivel Head Floodlight: amzn.to/3P9tPwO
- GearWrench Magnetic Base Rechargeable Flashlight: amzn.to/465hWyA
- Underhood Light: amzn.to/3Pddw1M
- Streamlight Pocket Flashlight: amzn.to/3r91Nth
Infrared Thermometer: amzn.to/3ZbFFuF
* Fluid pump of some sort (hand pump will do):
- Power Bleeder: amzn.to/3Z8PyJG - I love this thing, but I have this because I do a lot of transmission services. You can also get away with a hand pump like this: amzn.to/3Pc03Ht
Coolant lift pump: amzn.to/3sNehax
No spill funnel: amzn.to/3Rdh0UA
- (or any funnel) amzn.to/3LggiST
Zip ties: amzn.to/3PwI9AU
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Other cool things featured in this video:
Ironman 4X4 Under Armour: ironman4x4america.com/exterio...
Advantage 4-Post Lift: www.advantagelifts.com/produc...
the magnetic light strips are sold separately and can be found here: www.advantagelifts.com/produc... (check out my assembly and install video here!: • Advantage Portable 4-P... )
Jan Fan: industrialfans.hunterfan.com/... and janfan.com/shop/
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To check out my complete list of Tools, Shop Supplies, and Parts recommendations: www.amazon.com/shop/fayehadley
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Equipment I use for filming:
Phone: amzn.to/3xUkvFd
Camera: amzn.to/3EAuhyp
Tripod: amzn.to/3EBYtJr
Drone: amzn.to/38DgR8P
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@floridag8rfan 10 ай бұрын

Did I just watch a whole video on a vehicle I don't own, for a job I've already done on my '04 Taco? Yes I did. Your videos are that good. Also picked up a tip or two (spark plugs), and links to new tools! Cheers.

@FayeHadley 6 ай бұрын

Awww haha what a huge compliment, thank you!!:))

@markarnold5898 10 ай бұрын

Supercharger birthday is best birthday.

@klwthe3rd 10 ай бұрын

This Tacoma series is getting tons of attention!!! I wish my car got this much love! Don't have a Faye in my area sadly. 🥰🥰🥰

@jeffkeryk3550 10 ай бұрын

Beautiful work Faye; esp the attention to detail. One tip: when removing the filler funnel, squeeze the upper rad hose a little to force a little fluid back, then plug the funnel. You won't spill a drop! Thanks for all your guidance!

@gavincregan7892 6 ай бұрын

Awesome video. I appreciate the little tips and tricks that come from experience that some of us shade tree mechanics don't know.

@mushfaker 10 ай бұрын

Best how-to ever. Everyone on KZfaq should take lessons for you Faye.

@FayeHadley 6 ай бұрын

Aww thank you :'))

@YourTransmissionRepair 6 ай бұрын

It's better to do a dull thing with style than a dangerous thing without it. 🙂

@nygelali3716 10 ай бұрын

These are some of the best How To videos on KZfaq!

@FayeHadley 10 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!!!!!😀

@curtisschrader3998 8 ай бұрын

Hey Faye, an old Cadillac dealer tech new to your channel here. I find your enthusiasm for our trade very refreshing, great video and keep up the good work.!

@mslizaalexandra 12 күн бұрын

Sorry for my previous comment. Didnt find the video on your channel. Searched and then found it!

@TheFogLakeshore 7 ай бұрын

Wow this is next level competence.

@SeanDustman 9 ай бұрын

Back in the day, I was a mechanic and if I had a teacher who laid out the instructions as well as you, I might still be in the field.

@stco2426 5 ай бұрын

Came here after watching the thermostat video, which was really good. That new radiator looks really rad. I’m still using the original one from ~30y ago, but it’s copper and brass rather than plastic and aluminium. I’ve had it re-cored and upgraded to a three-layer core (from two). I’m sure your new rad, rad will last forever. Timmy the Toolman suggested a set of silicone plus and caps for hoses and fittings etc. I’ve found these invaluable. Great work, Faye!

@crusix954 10 ай бұрын

Just recently made the upgrade to the CSF radiator on my 05 Tacoma! Wish I wouldn’t have beat you to the job! Your tutorial definitely would have helped with some of the issues I ran into! Love your tutorials as always!

@mikeball9715 10 ай бұрын

This video is totally RAD! You certainly bet to the CORE of things. And those Corbin clamps, and the Christmas tree plugs, make me LOOSE MY COOL. I hate those... Ha ha, I'm full of jokes this evening 🤣. This is definitely a job you can't rush, especially because you're like me, things get misplaced and lost. Hey, we have that same exact same funnel! They really are amazing. No more faffing about with keeping the funnel upright as you pour. I have to laugh though at the disclaimer printed on ours, about not forgetting to take the plug out before the system pressurizes. I can just picture that scene **POP, as it shoots up like the Saturn 5 rocket* **SMASH, as it takes out a light, sending glass showering down** 🤣. All these jokes aside, great job as always.

@FayeHadley 10 ай бұрын

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

@mikeball9715 10 ай бұрын

@@FayeHadley I forgot one joke... You're totally right, wider is better. Higher capacity **pats high capacity stomach** 🤣

@princessauska 7 ай бұрын

I love watching your videos! Makes me want to buy a Toyota and follow along! 😹🖤 Love your energy and determination too, makes wanting to learn about cars more fun!

@garyworokevich2524 10 ай бұрын

I don't own a Tacoma ( sad ).......but I enjoy watching you work and listen to your bright and perky personality. Nice to see the girls cooling off with some watermelon. A friend of mine works on my 2002 Caravan....I'm too old to do so anymore. When something major is being done I'll try to find someone doing that same work on you tube so I don't walk into his shop unprepared. Nice to see Brandon's cameo appearance.

@scorporsupremacy7948 5 ай бұрын

Thank you thank you,so much. I have to change mines on my 2005 Tacoma for the first time after almost 19 years. You give folks the confidence to tackle tasks like these 👍🏽🥳👍🏽

@crbourret 5 ай бұрын

I love those Motive Power Fill Transfer Pumps, I have one for ATF and another for gear oil. They make fluid fills so much easier!

@johnmbell4642 10 ай бұрын

Hey Faye, excellent tutorial the way you break it down, making what can be conceived as a daunting task much much more doable for even a so so backyard mechanic. Hopefully it cools down soon that’s pretty hot. Stay cool and have a great one.🐔🐔🐔👍

@smrtnz5995 9 ай бұрын

Great as always, I like the Fav tools let’s the diy’er decide if it would be handy for them. Tips and triks on the silicone for hoses and clamp 👍🏻.

@richardwilliams3788 10 ай бұрын

Faye knows how to handle her hose😎🥕

@jozsefizsak 10 ай бұрын

I watched mainly for entertainment purposes, and heaven knows what that says about me, but it's also nice to keep these things fresh in my mind in case I need to banish an uncooperative radiator one day. 😊

@FayeHadley 10 ай бұрын

Heck yes, you'll be prepared with the know how! 💪🏻

@hratchzeitunlian 2 ай бұрын

Awesome videos , Tnx for the positive energy

@FunWithCars716 10 ай бұрын

⭐⭐⭐Hello Faye! Thanks for the Friday video! 👋 👍⭐⭐⭐. My biggest fan appears at about the 1:20 mark 😉

@danieltolle148 5 ай бұрын

I think you are wonderful Faye.

@UPNash-eh8ci 10 ай бұрын

You have the coolest tools for car repair projects

@FayeHadley 10 ай бұрын

12 years and counting! I love tools haha 😆

@paulbinmo 10 ай бұрын

Awesomeness!! 😊🙌

@VSLComputers 3 ай бұрын

Great vids!

@Badmax123 10 ай бұрын

Super cool video Faye. How nice of you to get your husband a supercharger. Brandon is a very lucky man!

@unclebob870 10 ай бұрын

Loving the series, keep them coming!

@FayeHadley 10 ай бұрын

Will do!!!

@scott917 10 ай бұрын

Thanks for the video Faye! Keep up the great work!

@FayeHadley 10 ай бұрын

Thank you! Will do!

@pepperwatson7784 8 ай бұрын

Good job

@Mark_Linford 10 ай бұрын

The Toyota Tacoma receives some TLC from Faye 🙂 Masterfully handled and elucidated to an adoring YT audience 😁

@FayeHadley 10 ай бұрын

🥰🥰🥰

@jdsrcs8061 10 ай бұрын

Another great vid Faye!!! Best laugh on YT by far!!!! My nephew finished his automotive tech school last month, he got a job at a local toyota dealership. He is loving it. My daughter wants to go the milirary to be a Flight mechanic. Im super proud of both, you are one of her idols, she loves watching all your vids and show on tv!!!! 🤘🤘🤘

@FayeHadley 10 ай бұрын

Oh my gosh this is so cool all around!! Thank you for sharing, I'm so happy for them both!!

@tolitze6521 10 ай бұрын

Made my day better just by watching your video Faye. Thanks

@FayeHadley 10 ай бұрын

I'm so glad!🥰

@theylied1776 9 ай бұрын

I was devastated when I broke the plastic trim clips on my Toyota. Then I went to the Napa warehouse and I bought 500 sorted body and trim clips for Toyota and Honda for $25. I didn't know that they sold those. I thought that I could only buy them from a Dealership.

@PoorManMods 10 ай бұрын

Haha cool 😎😅 and hell yeahh 🤟 good stuff!!

@HoodsGlobal 8 ай бұрын

****Funny to see you sitting down on a swivel chair under the vehicle, that was new to me. "Good job though"..

@bobmiller7426 10 ай бұрын

Geez Faye! You forgot to mention the need for a 20 foot long table to hold all those tools!👍😁

@FayeHadley 10 ай бұрын

HAHA heyy now I did link the lift in the description ;)

@rakatika 7 ай бұрын

I watch your work even if it's not directly helpful to go me

@rakatika 7 ай бұрын

Wow I'm so far behind this video posted 2 months ago.

@coreyswann8735 10 ай бұрын

Great work as always! I love that even though you are doing multiple things in this video that you created separate videos for each of those things so as to allow your viewers to watch only the content that pertains to their needs! Incredibly thoughtful and it really shows that you know how to run your business!

@FayeHadley 10 ай бұрын

Oh my gosh, thank you very much! And let me tell ya, it takes a LOT more time and editing to do it that way, so I really appreciate your feedback!! :))

@micahtolleson9735 10 ай бұрын

i enjoy your videos when they come out faye!!!

@FayeHadley 10 ай бұрын

Thank you!!!

@micahtolleson9735 10 ай бұрын

@@FayeHadley you're so welcome your fun to watch because you make it interesting to watch

@stevenaylor5163 8 ай бұрын

Just bought a CSF all aluminum for my JK. The original only lasted 100k but that’s what you get with a jeep. Feel better about the CSF brand seeing you install one in a Tacoma.

@FayeHadley 5 ай бұрын

6 months later and we are still so happy with the upgrade!!

@stevenaylor5163 Ай бұрын

@@FayeHadleyI’m on my 2nd radiator and it’s leaking. My luck isn’t as good I guess.

@callmebackfriday2 10 ай бұрын

1 st. Thanks for the video.

@robstack2047 10 ай бұрын

Great video, Faye!! I'm so jealous of your boyfriend...😊 Keep up the great work!

@FayeHadley 10 ай бұрын

Thank you!! 😊 that's my husband of 7 years, Brandon. I appreciate the kind words !

@brianbarrow8524 3 ай бұрын

Great video Faye. We may have to pull the rad off my son’s 06 taco as he’s got a main seal leaking. Do you have a video on this? Love your channel!

@Yemeball 10 ай бұрын

Cool

@carloquinn3470 10 ай бұрын

Wow genuine TRD superchargers are discontinued and hard to find. Very rare. I would like to see you do the instal of the charger. The dealer wants $2000.00 for an install.

@FayeHadley 10 ай бұрын

It took us YEARS

@murphychris9811 10 ай бұрын

hey faye

@Cruiseangel72 7 ай бұрын

How cool n beautiful is Faye .❤

@BUCA_BILL 6 ай бұрын

Dam it Faye you're addictive

@p3te2jz 10 ай бұрын

nice work Faye 🤙 I'm jealous when I hear these mileages on vehicles still going strong I've no luck with cars, my last daily driver ford went kaput at 110k miles, and my newish Mazda diesel ate the turbos at 51k miles 😅 trusty old Toyota still going strong though 😈

@FayeHadley 10 ай бұрын

Oh gosh!!! Sounds like we have a pattern here 😆 my 4Runner is at 315k !!!!!!

@dan-kim9719 10 ай бұрын

Not to brag but I am proud. We have a 2002 tacoma bought it new for my wife. She has over 500.000 miles on it and still going. Everything still works great. EVERYTHING We are huge fans of yours. Between the 2 of us we do our own maintenance, referring to your videos constantly. (WE LOVE YA ❤)

@williamalbright8878 10 ай бұрын

Hi there, you are so awesome! How is Cristy doing??

@FayeHadley 10 ай бұрын

Thank you!! And thanks for asking. She is still really suffering, but pushing through. She is such a trooper. Her energy is really low, and her eyes are still swollen and dark. I feel for her so much. She is such an incredible person :(

@scot_irsh 10 ай бұрын

Another superb video can't wait for the related videos to come out. I dig when you do tacoma gen two stuff, makes me want to work on mine. Quick question if i may... how do you stay so calm when you work on your Tacoma? I get Tacoma Frustration at times and i have to take an extra day or two to get it done.

@FayeHadley 10 ай бұрын

Well, for starters I set aside time for filming when the truck, or other vehicle isn't needed so I don't have a huge time stresser. I see small reasonable goals for myself, "I'm going to get this done before lunch" or "I'm going to get to this point by the end of the day" so I have little victories to celebrate throughout the process. And when I'm filming, I DO take a lot of time to get it done! In this case, this job with all the extras would have been half a day. Instead with filming it, it was 3 days, and then 2 weeks of evening editing. And the camera angles were really difficult, and I did get frustrated!! When I was editing I heard myself cursing the camera for losing focus, and yelling at it when it fell out of position!! But really I mostly just feel grateful that I get to work on it, or any vehicle for that matter, because it was such a struggle to get to this point. I still remember working a different job and dreaming of being here and having mechanic skill and know how. So that helps, too. But I hear you. It isn't always fun or easy, and I definitely get frustrated too.

@scot_irsh 10 ай бұрын

@FayeHadley thank you Faye for taking the time to write that and actually answering. I really do appreciate you and the knowledge you share in all of your videos. You are a treasure. Thank you again. 😊

@gregvolz4184 4 ай бұрын

Great video, except I ordered your link for the power bleeder ? Should it be a power filler? Got to the point of filling the trans opened the box and was perplexed to see it only bleeds and not fills?

@themeez1000 9 ай бұрын

Also, something you can domif ots goinf tonget some harder use us replace the hoses with a steel braided PTFE -AN line setup. Way more robust than standard rubber.

@ItsJusHP 10 ай бұрын

🔥👌

@patickhallenbeck3542 10 ай бұрын

do you ever do a vacuum rad fill?

@bigsarge2085 10 ай бұрын

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@malikdigger4544 10 ай бұрын

Awesome video Faye about replacing coolent system on a Toyota Tacoma also what's name of tool u used when want save coolent for next project

@FayeHadley 10 ай бұрын

Do you mean the no-spill funnel? The orange funnel with the plunger ? It's linked in the description of this video too if you want to check it out!😃

@malikdigger4544 10 ай бұрын

@@FayeHadley : Thanks but I believe it was little yellow pump with long hose i have couple those same orange funnels in toolbox cabinet

@xESPplayer500x 10 ай бұрын

Hey Faye, havent seen danny in a hot minute but if you could let him know i sent him a couple things off the cnc water jet for being so helpful when i ask questions, that would be awesome!

@FayeHadley 10 ай бұрын

Ok will do!

@xESPplayer500x 10 ай бұрын

@@FayeHadleythanks!

@sibergygaming7483 10 ай бұрын

Where did you find those aftermarket headlights?

@ChroniclesofKToyoda 9 ай бұрын

Hy Fay, need advice. I have an '85 MR2, I want to switch to a better more modern coolant, what is the best option using factory system Or what will be the best option if I switch to a more modern radiator with Toyota's new electronic water pumps for compatible metals Bonus if there's a Toyota coolant that is track approved in tracks that require it, my system is flushed & heater core is removed, integrated oil cooler is still part of the factory system IDK what metal that is made of, outside is plastic though

@jasonpowell7305 10 ай бұрын

This no t about the video,but I've had to replace my alternator a couple times already,and now I have to replace it again...ugh,I've also bought 6 new batteries for my Honda odyssey,I really think it's something electrical but every time I've had it looked at,I've been told they can't find anything wrong with it,any ideas on what it could be?

@jirehroales7701 9 ай бұрын

Hello I have 2001 Toyota Tacoma v6 and I would like to rebuild my transmission. What would you recommend.

@boris9331 7 ай бұрын

Definately no impact for re-installation of any covers, I remember people who used to use a impact gun for even the smallest bolts holding tiny covers on into weak threads, they broke everything. If a steady speed of getting jobs done as with most busy shop environments is of the essence , a cordless battery powered driver with just a tiny bit of finger pressure so it doesn't apply too much torque, just don't let it go on hammer , nipped up is all that's needed for plastic covers

@robostyle9773 10 ай бұрын

Vacuum is not measured in PSI. It is measured in Inches of Mercury. Just FYI. I have an air lift as well and won't fill coolant with anything else anymore.

@ProCrawlerAdventures 10 ай бұрын

Faye, do you recommend an additional trans cooler for 4x4ing not necessarily towing? I have a 23 TRD Pro Tacoma w/ towing package but noticed I don’t have the external trans cooler…(not sure why) but I see here, you say that there is an internal cooler…is that sufficient or should I install an external cooler?

@FayeHadley 10 ай бұрын

Great question. If you take a look at the end of this video, when I have the grill off, you can see the additional transmission cooler that this truck has for exactly that purpose. Is it totally necessary? That depends. You certainly don't want the fluid too cold either, that also causes issues. I'd start by monitoring the transmission fluid temperatures during normal driving as well as when towing and see what the difference is. Toyota does seem to be overkill in the cooling department for the TRD models. You can monitor transmission fluid temperature with a scan tool that you plug into the OBD2 port. There are even some Bluetooth models that hook up to your phone! One thing I would be sure to do though if you tow often is exchange the fluid at 60k and every 60k miles !!

@D21403 10 ай бұрын

Hope you didn’t break any bolts off that water pump. Those bolts are too small, I almost broke one but took my time and got it out!!!

@Tonyrg1988 9 ай бұрын

First youre gunna need a flashlight Child of darkness: i dont think so

@themeez1000 9 ай бұрын

You're in Texas!? Heck yeah. I would ask what area but figure you dont want that info getting out.

@Thomas-uw1gq 4 күн бұрын

Haven't seen you in a long time, why?

@themeez1000 9 ай бұрын

Whoever invented spring clamps is Evil!

@jamiegroves1761 10 ай бұрын

😎🍺👍🇦🇺

@Spaceman_spliff Ай бұрын

Why do you have dreadlocks

@orlandogarcia9751 5 ай бұрын

Wow man we’re can I find a girl like this lol 😊

@Rehbraun 8 ай бұрын

Why does the customer decide to upgrade to an aluminium cooler?

@FayeHadley 8 ай бұрын

More reliability, higher capacity, and increased cooling ability

@vittoriosilva1454 10 ай бұрын

Of course you realize you've voided your warranty ....

@FayeHadley 10 ай бұрын

On a 15 year old truck?!! 😂😂😂

@3ffrige 9 ай бұрын

I think women mechanics are so hot

@robsdeviceunknown 8 ай бұрын

Do people actually watch this channel and not have tools? The beginning ofthis video seemed so mundane. If I was watching something like a doctor performing a surgery, then him explaning what stuff was needed would be understandable. But then why would i be watching videos of surgery? I watch car channels. So it would be safe to assume i have some knowledge of tools and well, cars in general. This is just my 2 cents. I mean no offense. Just wondering if anyone actually cared for her " tools needed" list. Maybe if it was specialty tools. But explaning what wratchet and socket i would need just seems pointless.

@roknrolbilly 10 ай бұрын

love you in tacoma washington girl!

@FayeHadley 10 ай бұрын

😃

@MikeyAlbertin 10 ай бұрын

Thanks Faye for another informative video. It is greatly appreciated because I know it take a lot of time to do these. 🫡

@FayeHadley 10 ай бұрын

Yes - a LOT of time! Thank you so much for the kind comment. It took about 2 weeks of editing to get this one done - that's a lot of "free time" no longer free. Y'all enjoying and benefiting from them makes it all worth it and brings a huge smile to my face!!

@D21403 10 ай бұрын

Did you ever have to do the knock sensors on one of those trucks , a lot of work but I got it done !!!! Thanks !