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How to Cheaply Fix Radiator Leak on 1996-2001 Toyota Corolla

Toyota Corolla Radiator Leak Fix 1 photo
Photo: screenshot from Youtube
If for some reason you damaged your Toyota Corolla radiator, you can fix small leaks using some silicone adhesive.
Its a simple job and you only need some quality silicone, like the kind used to form a gasket between two engine parts, a 10 and 12mm socket with wrench, wipes, cleaning alcohol and a thin flathead screwdriver. Some Sika Gasket silicone like the one in the video bellow should work fine. Here are the steps:
  • Let the engine cool off completely
  • Remove the two bolts fixing the radiator according to the video
  • Scrape all the dirt around the leaking zone
  • Clean it with alcohol to get rid of any grease
  • Wipe the area with a clean wipe
  • Apply the gasket silicone in a homogenous layer
  • Let it dry out completely and then start the engine
  • Wait for the engine to warm and circulate water through the radiator to see if it’s still leaking.

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