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Toyota 1RZ 1RZ-E 2RZ 2RZ-E engine factory workshop and repair manual

Tools & PPE
- Basic: 3/8" and 1/2" drive ratchets, sockets (8–19 mm), combination wrenches, long extension.
- Torque wrench (0–100 ft·lb / 0–140 N·m).
- Screwdrivers (Phillips & flat), hose clamp pliers or channel-lock pliers.
- Drain pan, funnel, clean rags, shop towels.
- Gasket scraper / plastic scraper and wire brush (brass or soft).
- Scraper/sealer remover or brake cleaner.
- Pliers, pry bar (small), rubber mallet (if needed).
- Jack, jack stands or ramps (if raising vehicle).
- Coolant/antifreeze (Toyota specified type or equivalent), distilled water.
- New water pump, new gasket (or O‑ring), new thermostat (strongly recommended), new thermostat gasket, new hose clamps if old ones are rusted, belt if worn.
- RTV silicone (only if the manual calls for it — most Toyota pumps use a paper gasket or O‑ring).
- Safety: gloves, eye protection.

Safety precautions (do this first)
1. Work on a cold engine. Never open the radiator cap while hot. Relieve system pressure by waiting for engine to cool.
2. Disconnect negative battery terminal to avoid accidental starts.
3. Drain coolant into a container — collect for proper disposal. Avoid skin contact; ethylene glycol is toxic.
4. If you raise the vehicle, use a jack and jack stands on rated lift points. Never rely on a jack only.

Notes on these engines
- 1RZ / 1RZ-E / 2RZ / 2RZ-E family: procedure is the same general cooling-system pump replacement. Some model years / installations may have the water pump driven by the timing belt/chain or accessory belt — check your vehicle’s configuration and factory manual before removing timing covers. If the pump is timing-belt-driven, you must follow timing-belt alignment and torque procedures exactly (and it is recommended to replace the timing belt, tensioner, idlers and seals at the same time).

Step-by-step procedure
1. Preparation
- Park on level ground, set parking brake, chock wheels.
- Allow engine to cool fully.
- Disconnect negative battery terminal.

2. Drain coolant
- Place drain pan under radiator drain cock (petcock). Open petcock and drain coolant completely. If there is a separate engine block drain, open it if needed.
- Remove radiator cap only after engine is cool to speed draining.

3. Remove obstructing components
- Remove engine cover or air intake tube as needed to access pump.
- Loosen and remove accessory drive belt (or timing belt if necessary — only if pump is driven by timing belt follow factory timing procedure). For accessory belt: release tensioner with the correct socket or wrench and slide belt off pulleys.
- Remove fan shroud or mechanical fan (if fitted). If removing a viscous fan, hold fan hub with appropriate tool and loosen bolts. Mark fan/clutch orientation for reassembly if needed.
- Remove pulley from water pump: remove bolts that secure the pump pulley and slide pulley off. Use pry carefully if sticky — do not bend pulley.
- Remove any hoses connected to pump (upper or lower radiator hoses, bypass hoses). Use pliers or screwdriver to loosen clamps and twist hoses to break seal; be ready for residual coolant.

4. Remove water pump
- Unbolt the water pump mounting bolts in a pattern to relieve stress evenly. Keep track of bolt lengths/locations.
- Remove pump. Some coolant will spill — keep pan under it.
- Inspect timing/drive components exposed — if drive-belt-driven check pulleys and tensioner for wear; if timing-belt-driven inspect belt and tensioner and replace if due.

5. Clean mating surface
- Scrape old gasket material from block mating surface carefully with plastic scraper or brass brush. Do not gouge or scratch the block.
- Clean bolt holes and mating surface with solvent/cleaner and rags. Ensure surface is dry and flat.

6. Prepare new pump & gasket
- Compare old pump to new pump (ports, bolt hole locations).
- Fit new gasket (or O‑ring) per parts instructions. Some gaskets require a light coat of RTV in localized areas — follow gasket maker instructions or factory manual. Do not use a thick bead of silicone unless specified.
- If pump has a seal that needs to be lubricated, apply a thin film of coolant or engine oil as specified.

7. Install new pump
- Position new pump and start all mounting bolts by hand to ensure alignment.
- Tighten bolts in a criss-cross or star pattern progressively to snug. Final torque: confirm with factory manual. Typical ranges (verify with manual): water pump bolts commonly torque ~10–20 ft·lb (13–27 N·m). Do not overtighten — risk of warping pump or crushing gasket.
- Reinstall pulley and torque pulley bolts to factory spec (typically much higher than mount bolts — often 30–50 ft·lb; check manual).
- Reinstall hoses — use new clamps if original are corroded. Make sure hose ends are clean and cut square.

8. Reinstall removed components
- Reinstall fan, shroud, accessory belt and set belt tension per spec. If tensioner is automatic, ensure it is properly seated. If manual, set specified tension.
- Reconnect any sensors or hoses removed, vacuum lines, and air intake.
- Reinstall thermostat (if replacing): place new thermostat with spring-side toward engine block, install new gasket, torque housing bolts to spec (typical 8–15 ft·lb / 11–20 N·m but check manual).

9. Refill coolant & bleed air
- Close radiator drain and any block drains.
- Fill with correct coolant type — Toyota recommends specific coolant (many older models use green ethylene glycol, newer use long-life red/pink). If unknown, use equivalent ethylene glycol-based coolant mixed 50/50 with distilled water.
- Leave radiator cap off. Start engine and run at idle with heater set to hot and blower on high. Watch for thermostat to open (upper hose warms) and coolant level to drop — top up as it bleeds. Squeeze upper radiator hose to help purge trapped air pockets.
- If there is a bleed screw on the coolant outlet or thermostat housing, open it to let air out until a steady stream of coolant appears, then close.
- When engine reaches normal operating temp and fan cycles, recheck level and top up to “full cold” line. Replace radiator cap.

10. Check for leaks & test drive
- With engine at operating temp, observe pump area, hoses and weep hole (on many pumps there’s a small weep hole that may emit a small drip if seal leaks) for leaks.
- Shut engine off, let cool and recheck coolant level; re-torque bolts if required by manual after heat cycles.
- Test drive and re-inspect for leaks and overheating. After several heat/cool cycles, recheck coolant level again.

Common pitfalls & how to avoid them
- Not replacing the gasket / O‑ring — always replace; old gasket causes leaks.
- Scratching or gouging mating surface — clean gently; a warped or damaged surface leaks.
- Overtightening bolts — can warp pump housing; use torque wrench and factory specs.
- Forgetting to replace thermostat — an old thermostat may fail soon after and require repeating the job; replace as preventive maintenance.
- Not properly bleeding air — trapped air causes overheating and hot spots. Use heater at hot, squeeze hoses, use bleed screw if present.
- Reusing old hoses/clamps — heat-cycled hoses and spring clamps often fail; replace if any doubt.
- Not checking drive belt tension or condition — a slipping belt causes overheating or pump underdrive.
- Removing timing covers or timing belt without correct knowledge — if pump is timing-belt-driven, do not proceed unless you follow full timing alignment and torque procedures or have the timing replaced by someone experienced.
- Wrong coolant type or improper mixture — use the recommended coolant and 50/50 mix unless specified otherwise.

How each tool is used (brief)
- Ratchet & sockets: remove and install bolts. Use extensions to reach deep bolts.
- Torque wrench: set to specified torque and tighten final turns to prevent over/under torque. Use click-type or beam-type and recheck.
- Hose clamp pliers / channel locks: compress spring clamps or loosen screw clamps to remove/install hoses.
- Gasket scraper/plastic tool: remove gasket residue without damaging mating surface.
- Funnel: refill coolant without spills.
- Drain pan: collect old coolant for disposal.
- Jack/stands: safely raise and support vehicle for access to lower hoses/pump.

Replacement parts recommended
- New water pump (OEM or quality aftermarket)
- New water pump gasket / O‑ring
- New thermostat + gasket (highly recommended)
- New hose clamps (as needed)
- New drive belt (if worn) and possibly tensioner/idler if noisy or old
- Coolant (new) — amount depends on vehicle; flush and replace as necessary

Final notes
- Always verify torque specs, belt routing and coolant type with the factory service manual for your exact vehicle/year/installation.
- Dispose of used coolant per local hazardous-waste regulations.

That’s the full procedure — follow it stepwise, use the torque wrench, replace the gasket/thermostat, and bleed the cooling system thoroughly.
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