You can also try opening the windows a bit to get some more air moving inside. Hot air should start coming out of it. Also, I've gotten second opinions from other owners of high-mileage late model Toyotas who say that Prestone Long life coolant is 100% compatible with their vehicles and actually lasts longer than Toyota Long life as measured by the coolant gauge. Apparently, there's also a Toyo Super long life coolant that looks pink in color. I'm coming up on a coolant flush and change for my 01 Corolla. As a general rule of thumb, you should get a coolant flush every 30,000 miles or three to five years, whichever comes first.
You might want to put a little grease on the pipe for easier removal when you are ready to install new core. Unless you can completely drain the bock and heater core of pure water which is difficult to do. The system is regulated by the thermostat, water pump and radiator. Yet, when you drain the cooling system, you only get 5. I too was a big Prestone fan - on my Honda and Camry, but I always get some deposits that comes out after I flush the system. As for checking the thermostat - jus dunk it in some water with a decent thermometer - heat up the water and watch when the plug ing he thermostat opens. I know that the above procedure works because my radiator sprung a leak last weekend and I had to replace it.
I only had to remove the air filter housing to get to it, not the exhaust manifold as directed by my local parts store and some other directions I have seen online. This article is worth reading. If the system isn't hot enough, the thermostat won't open and it would circulate the system. With my 1999 Chevy Prizm, I had the same problem twice. There is more coolant in the block and heater core than there is in the radiator. Step 1: Unscrew and remove the radiator cap The radiator cap is located here Step 2: Remove the drain cock radiator petcock This is located on the bottom of the radiator.
The cheapest cure in the long run is to check the oil at every fill up and keep a case of oil handy. I don't see the need for a flush kit, its just a place for future leaks. Fill and drain, fill and drain. I too was a big Prestone fan - on my Honda and Camry, but I always get some deposits that comes out after I flush the system. When the thermostat opens up, you'll see turbulence in the radiator. Once it is full, attach it to the radiator and clamp it. How often do you need a coolant flush? For the 8th gen Corolla - total coolant capacity is 6.
Fill and drain, fill and drain. As for running the car - you want to heat it up enough to cycle the coolant through the system. Pop the… ill give it to u step by step1 open hood2 locate the ten mm bolt then their will b a screw on the right side that hold the cornner light take that out3 locate ten mm bolt on the fender holding the light on. This differs greatly from simply topping off the coolant; a full coolant flush removes harmful contaminants from the system and adds new, clean fluid. The only tools required is a pair of pliers. Coolant drains and refills come every 60K for me - I don't even have to back flush the system always used distilled water. You can watch a video on performing a Toyota Corolla coolant flush below.
Heater core skinnier of the two should have one or two straps holding it in remove the straps and remove the core and replace. I did not know that that was reason for running heater on high. I had the Timing Belt, and Water Pump done at my local Toyota Dealer, and they put green coolant in it to fill it back up? If this is so, you will need to replace the heater core. After a flush you still have some pure water left behind in the engine block and other places, so mixing it beyond 50-50 is recommended to keep a total near 50-50 or higher. Hook onto it with a bent cheap screw driver and pop it off. The problems comes in with the makeup of that additive package. Check your reservoir level for the next few days.
Please or to join the conversation. Put antiseez on the plug before reinstalling. Proper Maintenance Proper maintenance leads to not only a longer living vehicle, but a more efficient and powerful vehicle as well. Your pick for the manuals - though most people that I know have the Haynes manual. Caution, coolant will leak if you haven't drained it. I had the Timing Belt, and Water Pump done at my local Toyota Dealer, and they put green coolant in it to fill it back up? I'd pop the radiator cap off and take a look at the fins inside the radiator. Easily done by disconnecting its hose at the pressure cap, and running it down.
Be sure to have the petcock plugged back in before you do this, or the flush will be ineffective. Next, remove the bolts holding each lower ball-joint don't worry, you don't have to press them… check out CarComplaints. Best to do a flush, refill with Toyota Red + distilled water. Then, if you need to add coolant, use the plain water. That fact that you are worried about something going bad by running something else, means that you should stick with what works and not switch. I'm hoping no, if it does say Dex-Cool - might be in for some trouble.