How to Replace the Coolant Recovery Tank in a Toyota Camry

The removal of a Camry coolant recovery tank, other wise known as the coolant reservoir tank, is necessary in some of the basic engine jobs done on your Camry, like timing belt and radiator replacement. Should the coolant recovery tank become damaged during this process, or if you need to replace the tank for some other reason on your Camry, here are the steps to follow.

Instructions

1

Make sure the engine is off and cold. Let your warm engine sit for at least an hour to let the coolant settle back into the radiator.

2

Press the retainer clips to loosen the old reservoir from the engine compartment. The hose to the radiator is still connected at this point.

3

Disconnect the coolant reservoir hose from the radiator. Make sure you have a rag handy and a small collection bin to catch any coolant that may spill from the radiator and reservoir.

4

Drain all coolant from the overflow reservoir, making sure to collect the used coolant into a container for proper disposal. Dispose of the old reservoir.

5

Install the new coolant reservoir tank by first attaching the hose to the radiator, and then push the tank into place under the retainer clips.

6

Open the cap and fill the coolant reservoir tank to the appropriate cold engine fill line with pre-mixed Toyota approved coolant. Replace the cap tightly.