How to Replace the Coolant Recovery Tank in a Toyota Corolla

When you do certain repairs on your Corolla, like removing the starter or transaxle, you need to remove the Corolla's coolant recovery tank, otherwise known as the coolant reservoir tank. If you should damage any components of the tank during this process, you'll need a new one. Here is how to replace the coolant reservoir tank on your Corolla so your system is back in commission.

Instructions

1

Turn the engine off on your Corolla, and wait for it to completely cool. Be sure to allow at least an hour for the engine coolant to shrink back into the radiator before working on the reservoir tank.

2

Depress the coolant tank "stay" to free it from the engine compartment. Be sure to note the hose is still attached to the radiator at this point.

3

Remove the coolant overflow hose from the radiator. Make sure you have a rag to catch any coolant that may spill out of the tank. Use a small bin to catch any coolant that flows from the radiator.

4

Reattach the new coolant recovery tank hose to the radiator, and then pop the new tank under the stay.

5

Refill with pre-mixed coolant that is approved by your Toyota dealer. Pour in the coolant until it reaches the cold fill line and tightly replace the cap.