DIY Coolant flush?
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I tried searching but couldn't find one. Car is a rx330.
What type coolant needs to be used, just Prestone or does it have to be Toyota/Lexus? How many gallons do I need?
When does the thermostat need to be changed? If it's not too much longer, I might as well change it now while the coolant is already drained....car has 65-70k miles
What type coolant needs to be used, just Prestone or does it have to be Toyota/Lexus? How many gallons do I need?
When does the thermostat need to be changed? If it's not too much longer, I might as well change it now while the coolant is already drained....car has 65-70k miles
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Ok, I'm used to Hondas so I was just making sure. What type coolant needs to be used, just Prestone or does it have to be Toyota/Lexus? How many gallons do I need?
When does the thermostat need to be changed? If it's not too much longer, I might as well change it now while the coolant is already drained....car has 65-70k miles
When does the thermostat need to be changed? If it's not too much longer, I might as well change it now while the coolant is already drained....car has 65-70k miles
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what color coolant is their right now? If its green. Uncap the radiator cap and put the garden hose in there. Then open the coolant drain plug. Turn on the car and set the heater to high. Then just wait till the car is warmed up and all the green coolant is gone.
Refil with toyota red coolant 50/50 mix. IF your car already has red coolant, then a simple drain and refill will work.
Refil with toyota red coolant 50/50 mix. IF your car already has red coolant, then a simple drain and refill will work.
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Toyota uses long life coolant. Is it time to drain and fill? I can understand if you have 48K and want to do a drain and fill. What's your mileage?
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Ok, time for drain and fill. Get the Toyota Long life coolant, pre-mixed, RED in color. Drain the radiator and then fill.
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I tried searching but couldn't find one. Car is a rx330.
What type coolant needs to be used, just Prestone or does it have to be Toyota/Lexus? How many gallons do I need?
When does the thermostat need to be changed? If it's not too much longer, I might as well change it now while the coolant is already drained....car has 65-70k miles
What type coolant needs to be used, just Prestone or does it have to be Toyota/Lexus? How many gallons do I need?
When does the thermostat need to be changed? If it's not too much longer, I might as well change it now while the coolant is already drained....car has 65-70k miles
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Do you know if that is for a complete radiator and engine block flush or just radiator?
Haha sorry, I don't know how I missed it. Must of have been late ![Stick Out Tongue](https://www.clublexus.com/forums/images/smilies/tongue.gif)
Should be doing it this weekend if the weather is good.
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Should be doing it this weekend if the weather is good.
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Just remember that the coolant in many states is treated as a hazardous waste. Do not get caught letting it hit the ground without cleaning it up. The coolant is also a poison to animals and humans.
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