DWVO Radiator Compatible with 1997-2001 Camry 2.2l L4, Compatible with 1999-2001 Solara 2.2L L4 4Cyl DWRD1017

The week of August 6-12 was soaring high heat and severe heat warning/record high to most cities in the Phoenix AZ area. I was driving home from work around 1/4 to 8PM when i suddenly saw on my dash "check engine" and quickly observed all gauges and saw temp at RED line so immediately pulled over to the side of the road and quickly put the vehicle on hazard lights and turn off the engine. My 2000 Toyota Camry LE 4 2.2L 4cyl car has experience engine overheat due to the radiator tank (top part) cracked almost 3 inches long. I had this aftermarket installed myself when my OEM radiator (made out of brass tank) has finally retired at 180k miles of driving in AZ. That aftermarket radiator lasted almost 5 years and at about 50k miles of driving. It probably gave up due to the extreme heat we had experienced during this 2023 summer. I was able to get home safely by letting the engine cool down a bit and I have my go to bag tools always in the trunk with 2 gallons of water that i always carry in circumstances like this. I applied several 3M packaging tape to the top tank (made out of plastic), fill the reservoir all the way to the top and slowly filled the radiator (2 gallons was more than enough). I left the radiator open (didn't install the cap) so the pressure wont build up and to allow the tape to patch/stick long enough for me to drive the car home ( about 4 miles). I made it safe and sound. I bought this DWVO Radiator and which by the way is 1/4 of the price of what i paid for with an aftermarket brand replacement from Oreilly 5 years ago. The radiator comes securely packaged with enough protection to prevent damaging the aluminum fins. The ATF oil cooler lines were made out of brass connector and it comes with drain plug (it does not come with radiator cap and AT sensor). What i really love with my good old Camry is that everything is as easy as DIY so removing the broken radiator was very easy. Installing the 2x aux fans matches exactly the mounting holes and radiator snug fit when i position it in the engine bay. Do not overtighten the ATF oil cooler line brass adapters just snug fit is enough. Reinstalled the existing AT Sensor after thoroughly cleaning the sensor body. First top off was pure Distilled water to flush out the remaining tap water i poured in with my 2 gallons. 2nd top off was 50/50 mix coolant (yellow ethylene glycol based engine coolant) used 1 gallon and drain again. Final top off another gallon of 50/50 mix coolant (i used super tech 50/50 premixed coolant) including the reservoir to max line. This Camry model engine 5SFE does not have a bleeder port and the way to bleed air from the cooling system is to squeeze both upper and lower hoses gently while engine is running idle and radiator cap off. I did a few times but the coolant bursts out of the radiator when the engine reached its operating temp which i noticed on the temp needle the temp rises 3/4 means there is something wrong with the cooling system (suspected cylinder head swelling, damaged head gaskets, damaged water pump, or thermostat). I let the engine cool down, fill up the radiator with coolant and lock the cap in place. Started the engine and observed the operation of the 2x aux fans which should run automatically when the engine temp reaches between 280-300F which means water pump still work, thermostat still good as well as the AT sensor. I decided not to use the car for work for a week and just drive around doing short trips errands and observing the temp as well as the reservoir level. I noticed the temp needle is steady even at 114F outside temp driving but had to fill the reservoir back to max line 3x before the air lock system has finally adjusted and all air was dispensed through the reservoir tank. I have driven the car for more than 5k now since replacement and the temp still steady needle just below the mid line and the reservoir tank steady at max line. I still kept a gallon extra of the 50/50 mix coolant just in case and a gallon of distilled water plus my go to 2 gallons water for emergency or top off. Very satisfied with my purchase. I know i dont expect this radiator to last very long despite routine coolant flushing and maintenance especially here in the AZ desert driving condition. Best bet would be same as the last aftermarket radiator but I am hoping this one from DWVO could outlast and get me at least to 6-7 years before i have to replace it again. Overall experience with this product 5 stars. Highly recommended!

I know very little about radiators. However, my mechanic is a very reliable guy whom I have known for about 5 or 6 years now. He gave me absolute confidence that this is a great product, he installed it carefully with no issues, and that it solved the problem by replacing my old radiator which was leaking after several decades of use. This part was installed on a 2003 Buick Regal LS and the car runs like a dream on all original parts (including the stock plastic coolant elbows). Having a good trustworthy mechanic is a great place to be at. I can attest that this is a great product. Brand new radiators like this product here are cheap so why not take a chance!

Perfect fit for my 2003 Toyota Camry. It arrived with no cracks or damage from shipping, and there were no leaks after installation. All of the hoses fit properly, making the installation straightforward. The engine has maintained normal operating temperature since the replacement. It’s been installed for about two weeks now, and I’m continuing to monitor it, but so far I would definitely recommend this radiator to anyone looking for a reliable, more affordable replacement option.

Have purchased many of these radiators, with zero issues. Installed in a family member's truck who was heading out for a road trip. Unfortunately as sometime things happen the unit developed a leak in the side along the bottom seal.

Excellent product, retro-fit perfectly and the cooling performance exceeds the need. I live in SC where summer days in the high 90s, even higher are frequent. Quality product for sure!

Bought this for my wife's Toyota Camry and it fit just fine, no issues. It works great and was easy to install. Bought the hoses at Amazon as well. Pretty much OEM part.

I purchased this for my 2001 1st gen sequoia SR5, fit perfectly and works great. No issues so far 2 months later

Perfect fit for a 2009 Chevy Silverado 4.3L. Packaging and installation was easy, pretty straightforward. NOTE: The 34” version that includes the engine cooling ports will still be compatible with your vehicle whether you have that feature or not. It operates independently of the radiator itself akin to the transmission cooling system. Don’t remove the plugs for the engine cooling ports if you don’t need to, to keep dust/debris out. MAJOR NOTE: there is a ~1” stem that is (when mounted) on the left side of the radiator. This stem was for older models of trucks (since this is a universal fit) that required it. Attached are photos of the stem in question and auto-grade vacuum caps and a hose clamp that I purchased at O’Reilly’s for ten bucks. Cap that stem off prior to refilling and you’re good to go! Had they provided caps and clamps, or even mentioned this in their product description/instructions, I would’ve rated this 5 stars.

Came broken and unusable. Manufacturing defects and poor quality. Don’t waste time or money.

Fit and works perfectly

It leaked

haven’t installed yet but its very weak material. bought it knowing it would be. but it should last until i get a decent one

Installed radiator made up all line filled it with antifreeze and when I started the engine I found both engine cooler line leaking. As per an earlier review the radiator engine cooler line make up but don’t seal.