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3RZ engine oil cooler change

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by overlander201, Apr 3, 2025.

  1. Apr 3, 2025 at 9:22 PM
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    overlander201

    overlander201 [OP] New Member

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    Hello Everyone.

    I just buyed my first 02 tacoma and while doing some services I noticed a little of "milkshake" on my oil cap and radiator.

    After some checking and testing, I found the engine oil cooler was the source of the leak.

    The part number for the oil cooler is 15710-75011, but I could not find it cheaper than $900. Since I live in a very hot place, I don't want to delete it if it's possible.

    I found 15710-31010 looks alike (and a lot cheaper), but it lacks the bolt tab shown in the attached picture.

    So I would like to know if there is another part number that can be used/adapted instead.

    2002 Tacoma 2wd
    2.7 engine.

    Thank you in advance

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  2. Apr 16, 2025 at 6:46 AM
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    DarrenM

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    Based on some of my readings into this, you may only need to change the gaskets for the oil cooler.

    Edit - may be for the 4runner, but it's the 3RZ engine: This is for the 3.4L engine, but I believe the gaskets are the same.

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i9dHgWbiDSs
     
    Last edited: Apr 16, 2025

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