How to Replace Thermostat 97-01 Toyota Camry

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How to Replace Thermostat 97-01 Toyota Camry

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In this video, 1A Auto shows how to remove, install, or replace a leaking or cracked cooling thermostat housing. The video is applicable to the 1998 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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@1AAuto 3 жыл бұрын

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@elace2007 3 жыл бұрын

How long does it take to change the thermostat?

@RIPdBOON 5 ай бұрын

Man I'm so relieved. I always thought the thermostat was inside the engine block lol. I didn't know it was literally right in front on these 4th gen Camrys. Great video!

@user-gm6pn1gm2u 5 ай бұрын

I have a 2000 Toyota Camry no ac heat was one temp car made a weird noise when starting , car was heating up way too fast and lost coolant a couple times . Did some research Used this video to replace thermostat and it fixed all those problems everything came back and it only cost me 30$ thank you guys had no engine light either

@OverlandOne 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome. These videos have really helped me to learn my Toyota and do my repairs correctly. Thanks.

@1AAuto 4 жыл бұрын

+Pirate Labs Thank you! We love empowering our customers and showing how to perform DIY auto repairs with our high quality auto parts. 1aauto.com

@Definegoatxyz 2 жыл бұрын

I know right!!!

@t_money1850 Жыл бұрын

Same here

@ctg6734 10 ай бұрын

I appreciate the info in this vid, but It should be noted that you do not have to remove the pan underneath the radiator in order to drain it. There's a hole right below the petcock that allows it to pass through.

@1AAuto 10 ай бұрын

+CTG We appreciate the feedback. Sometimes there are multiple ways to accomplish the same repair.

@Getitin1988 5 жыл бұрын

I just completed the thermostat change thanks for the tips dude

@1AAuto 5 жыл бұрын

+Getitin1988 Thank you! We are happy we could help.

@Stinkyweed 4 жыл бұрын

So did u know it was the thermostat because it was no pressure in that top radiator hose

@EmoDKTsuchiya Жыл бұрын

Has to be one of the easiest engines to maintain

@delosanator13 5 жыл бұрын

Replaced the cracked radiator yesterday with the help of your videos, car was running fine until highway speeds, thermostat possible?

@1AAuto 5 жыл бұрын

+Jared Berger Thanks for checking us out! While it is possible it is the thermostat, we cannot provide an exact diagnosis over the internet. We'd suggest getting your vehicle checked out by a local mechanic to figure out the exact problem. 1aauto.com

@chrissizemore745 3 жыл бұрын

u dont hav2 remove the skidplate bc thers a outlet hole 4the coolant?

@TheMrBennito 5 ай бұрын

good vid. could have shown how to set temp etc inside the cabin> the bleeding procedure

@derekgleue3679 5 жыл бұрын

What would be the consequence of doing this without draining? My bolts in the skid plate are rusted to kingdom come and I can't get anything on them to pull them out

@1AAuto 5 жыл бұрын

+Derek Gleue It's going to make a big mess and dump coolant out of the thermostat housing. That's the only real downside, try to catch and dispose of the coolant as best you can.

@92xsaabaru- 3 жыл бұрын

For future reference and other readers, I was able to reach down from the top and reach the valve. The skid plate on my 98 had a hole for it to drain out of.

@Maxjuliann Жыл бұрын

I have a 98 camry V6 I am having trouble removing my thermostat housing

@skylersiwy2239 3 жыл бұрын

I was always taught to put a little grease on o ring just like rubbing oil on o ring of oil filter. Owner before me never greased contact spots on brake pads/calipers and of course it seized up on rotor. Like to hear what pros say about this

@WT-bm4iw 2 жыл бұрын

In this video the coolant used to refill the radiator is not toyota approved. The coolant drained from the radiator was pink/red and what the radiator was refilled with was green coolant which should not be mixed. This will be bad for those who follow this video to the tee!

@jasonpeachrick2037 Жыл бұрын

What position should the jiggle valve on the thermostat be at for this engine?

@ruthlessmofo Жыл бұрын

Good question 🤔

@jasonpeachrick2037 Жыл бұрын

There is a raised notch in the casting at the twelve o’clock position on my new water pump, so I imagine that this is the proper position. It makes since logically, too. As the coolant level decreases, air is then able to pass through the jiggle valve. At six o’clock, air flow my not be achieved… I think…

@pineapplekatrina 5 жыл бұрын

What does it mean if the heater isn't working on high fan setting?

@1AAuto 5 жыл бұрын

+pineapplekatrina Thanks for watching! There could be multiple causes for that issue, like the heater core, the A/C and heat control itself, HVAC door actuators etc. We recommend having a trusted mechanic take a look at the vehicle to properly diagnose the issue and identify the part needed for the fix! 1aauto.com

@Snouthunter 4 ай бұрын

I'll ask my question, and hope for an answer. I changed the thermostat (used a new fail safe), new radiator, new water pump and water pump housing (had to do the timing belt anyway). I flushed the coolant system, too. Got heat in the car, but the new thermostat is not opening, and it is not damaged. The coolant level is full. I got all the air out that will come out. Why is my new fail safe thermostat not opening?

@elden_lore_title 4 жыл бұрын

What is the part number or a link to buy the thermostat housing gasket please?!!! I can't find it anywhere! Not the O ring thermostat gasket.

@darksolara6750 8 ай бұрын

great as always...

@1AAuto 8 ай бұрын

+@darksolara6750 Thanks for checking us out! 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c

@alexmars3360 2 жыл бұрын

Im confused as to why the radiator needs to be drained to change the thermostat??

@1milcamry237 3 жыл бұрын

My 98 camrys temperature hand is only in the middle of it's idling if I turn the heat on it's on the white line or if I'm driving with no heat it's up only about 20% does this sound like a stuck open thermostat

@1AAuto 3 жыл бұрын

+1mil camry We wouldn't be able to diagnose an issue like that here, you may want to have a local mechanic take a look at it. Thanks for checking us out! 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c

@blakerobinson8 Жыл бұрын

I did this today and coolant started spraying out of the sides, do I need a gasket or rtv or is the problem that It wasnt tightened enough?

@MediocreTwink Жыл бұрын

did you buy a new o ring replacement for the thermostat?

@puppygadget3189 Жыл бұрын

What is best temp on an 01 Camry 4 cyl? Code reader says it runs at about 202 degrees so I hope that’s not been to hit.

@t_money1850 Жыл бұрын

Great video

@GeorgiaRidgerunner 2 жыл бұрын

P.S.A. IF YOUVE DONE WORK ON YOUR 97 TOYOTA CAMRY,S COOLING SYSTEM. Try filling the block. after its cooled with anti freeze. Through the top radiator hose. I replaced my all the sensors on my camrys cooling system and the thermostat (over achieving maybe?) When refilling the cooling system my car kept over heating Not really sure why filling through the top radiator hose worked but it did Hope this helps someone

@jasonpeachrick2037 Жыл бұрын

My ‘96 did the same thing.

@KINGREED-NYC 7 жыл бұрын

can you please help me...I have a 1998 Lexus es300 my new thermostat has a jiggle pin,in what position do place thermostat in?

@turbopencil9766 6 жыл бұрын

I believe that jiggle pin is for letting air bubbles pass correctly out of the system. As such, it should be oriented towards the TOP of the TStat housing, so that said bubbles can move through it. If you mount it upside down, you will trap air in the pipe.

@iwearleatherjackets1 3 жыл бұрын

I replaced the thermostat in my ‘99 Camry ‘cause the temperature would get weirdly low on the highway; not overheating though. I’m assuming I topped up the coolant afterwards, but now I’m hearing a burbling or sucking-ish sound from the reservoir. Why?

@1AAuto 3 жыл бұрын

+Braulio R. We wouldn't be able to diagnose an issue like that here, you may want to have a local mechanic take a look at it. Thanks for checking us out! 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c

@screenmachine Жыл бұрын

exact same sound on my camry

@iPLAYtheSTATION 6 жыл бұрын

1A Auto, Do you need some type of gasket for the housing in addition to the O-ring that fits around the thermostat? I was told that you only need the O-ring because that's considered the "gasket", but I just want to make sure. My car doesn't leak coolant, but I believe the thermostat is stuck open so I'm going to replace it. Thanks.

@iPLAYtheSTATION 6 жыл бұрын

Sorry, forgot to add. My question specifically references the 1997 Toyota Camry, but should be the same for this video.

@1AAuto 6 жыл бұрын

+Nocturnal X The thermostat o-ring is the only gasket you will need! 1aauto.com

@FranciscoHernandez-sf2wb 5 жыл бұрын

1A Auto Parts Do you need a gasket for a 2001 Camry. It keeps leaking on my vehicle after replacing it.

@connieboyland3200 5 жыл бұрын

Im trying to get a understanding on how to replace a upper thermostat radiator hose not the lower can you do a video on a upper thermostat cause thats what im having a problem with..

@1AAuto 5 жыл бұрын

We're always cycling through cars filming hundreds of common repairs for common vehicles every month. We'll add this to our list of repairs to film. Check back again and hopefully we'll have it soon. +Connie Boyland

@stryk3r 8 күн бұрын

NO TORQUE SPECS?

@mrfenderguy1 10 ай бұрын

Same location and procedure for the 3.0 engine Camry

@thebrickguru6838 2 жыл бұрын

Didn't see you change or replace the gasket on the thermostat housing. Why?

@Aic417 2 жыл бұрын

So my 01 camry heats up all the way to the top when it idles or drives slowly. I noticed one of the radiator fans occasionally doesn't turn on when the other does, but do you think it's the thermostat that's the issue or the fan? The coolant empties within 3 days but I've been told there's no leak :/ I'm not sure what to do and don't have a lot of a mechanic right now. I was just scammed 1k at a shop

@stevenrochin7300 4 жыл бұрын

My 97 camery overheats when I turn the heater on any suggestions

@1AAuto 4 жыл бұрын

+Steven Rochin Thanks for checking us out. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide a diagnosis for your vehicle over the internet, we would suggest consulting a local mechanic to figure out what is going on. 1aauto.com

@dwaynenelson4624 3 жыл бұрын

Is this the same for a avalon

@ericross5048 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you guys

@adamantium922 5 жыл бұрын

on my 98 camry, the temperature is normal and leveled off, but when i accelerate, the temp gauge jumps to near-red, then levels off again. Does that sound like a new thermostat? or potentially blockage?

@1AAuto 5 жыл бұрын

+Adam Lee This does sound like a symptom of a bad thermostat, however there could also be multiple reasons for this. I would highly recommend getting this checked out by a certified mechanic to avoid replacing parts that don't need to be replaced.

@banditware 4 ай бұрын

You DO NOT need to drain to replace the thermostat.

@FaisalAhmed-kf9yf 2 жыл бұрын

No gasket...no glue ?

@elace2007 3 жыл бұрын

How long does it take to change the thermostat?

@1AAuto 3 жыл бұрын

+elace2007 This will take about 1-2 hours to replace.

@aremycanela2600 5 жыл бұрын

Could you please do it on a 98 Toyota Avalon, it's really hard to get to the thermostat, thank you. :)

@1AAuto 5 жыл бұрын

We currently do not have an auto repair video that covers this particular repair on your Avalon. We will keep this request in mind in the event that we need to make this repair in the future. 1aauto.com +Blue Leopord

@ericklopez6040 5 жыл бұрын

How do i change the heater hose?

@1AAuto 5 жыл бұрын

+Erick Lopez We currently do not have an auto repair video that covers this particular repair. We will keep this request in mind in the event that we need to make this repair in the future. 1aauto.com

@ShakeYourPhone 7 ай бұрын

I know this is an old ass video but maybe lable your cars better, I'm looking for a v6 not a v4, luckily I know a dude that has worked on one and has it sitting on an engine stand and could show me that it's right above the trans.