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Old 05-18-08, 01:27 AM
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Originally Posted by atoyot
does anyone have FSM (Factory Service Manual) for these motors? Do these motors have a block drain for coolant? IF so, don't forget to drain it as well when you are flushing your coolant system.
There are 2 drain ***** in the back of the block by the pre-cats. A 12mm socket opens them.
Old 05-18-08, 08:22 AM
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Originally Posted by nthach
There are 2 drain ***** in the back of the block by the pre-cats. A 12mm socket opens them.
Go figure, a 12mm You can just about rebuild a Toyota/Lexus with a 12 mm socket and 12 mm wrench.
Old 06-16-08, 09:05 PM
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ok I finally got the leak repaired it turns out that the water pump and timing belt had recently been replaced....I didnt have service records and the leak was coming from the thermostat housing. rubber seal was bunched up causing leak so I also had the fan clutch replaced and the serpentine belt and tensioner
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