2018 Toyota Highlander Coolant
Coolant, as it relates to vehicles, is consistently a liquid or gas substance used to regulate the temperature of your engine. Liquid coolants are usually half water and half ethylene glycol. Water is used to transfer heat while ethylene glycol is used to lessen the cold point of the liquid. In colder climates, this is immensely troublesome. Interestingly enough, this isn't the first time you've heard of ethylene glycol as it is the basic ingredient in the popular term "antifreeze". Keep in mind, you never want to pour antifreeze or water by themselves into your engine system. They need to be combined to create the cogent coolant.
You can pay cash for ready-made mixtures of coolant that already have water additional, or you can pay cash for full-strength antifreeze which needs to be diluted with distilled water before being additional to the engine system. Give the experts at Courtesy Toyota of Brandon a call at 8132854632 or schedule service online and let one of our technicians and service advisors handle your coolant flush.
Every vehicle manufacturer, including Toyota has developed its own coolant or requires a unmistakable coolant that is unique to individual years and models. There are many colors of coolants to assist distinguish all including yellow, green, purple blue, red, and orange. It is difficult to do your research if you plan to buy, flush, or replace the coolant in your vehicle. Many models will not be compatible even with "universal" coolants or antifreeze.
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How do I know if I need a coolant flush in my 2018 Toyota Highlander?
Common symptoms that your 2018 Toyota Highlander needs a coolant flush are:
- Coolant will naturally leak out when the engine is running. Check the ground when you park.
- Steam will come from the radiator or hood
- Sediment or rust will be definite in the coolant
- Your check engine light may turn on
- Your temperature gauge will read accurately above typical with the engine on for a few minutes.
- Unusual grinding noises can come from the engine
- Your heater may hinder working
- Sometimes, albeit unlikely, you'll be flourishing to smell an odd burning odor coming from under the hood.
How often should you change coolant in a 2018 Toyota Highlander?
Typically, you should have your 2018 Toyota Highlander coolant flush completed every 30,000 miles or every two years. There are some instances where your vehicle can go without a flush for a longer period of time. When you bring your vehicle into Courtesy Toyota of Brandon, we will check your fluid levels and inspect it for debris or sediment which can harm the engine, and make convinced it's diluted correctly. It's exceptional to have this checked every 15,000 miles to make convinced you catch any issues before they cause alarming damage. When it comes to your 2018 Toyota Highlander engine, it's better safe than sorry.
2018 Toyota Highlander Coolant Flush
A coolant flush or cooling system service consists of three main services.
- Adding a cleaner compound to get rid of sediment, particles, corrosion,and rust
- Flushing the entire system thoroughly
- Refilling the system with the appropriate coolant and carefully measuring the dilution percentage
How long does 2018 Toyota Highlander coolant last?
How naturally you need to flush and replenish your vehicle's coolant relies on the type of coolant. There are countless types of coolants. Interestingly enough, up until the mid-1990s there was basically only a single type of coolant. It was a green formula coolant that contained corrosion inhibitors that only lasted between 24,000 - 36,000 miles or between two to three years. This type of coolant is not recommended for newer vehicles which come equipped with a longer-lasting coolant.
Newer coolants use an Organic Acid Technology (OAT) and last up to twice as long as older coolant. In some cases these long-life coolants can last over 5 years or 100,000 miles.
For authentic information on what intervals your coolant needs to be changed, check your 2018 Toyota Highlander maintenance schedule within your owner's manual or give Courtesy Toyota of Brandon a call at 8132854632 today and ask one of our factory-trained technicians or advisers. You can also book an appointment online and we'll take care of your coolant service for you.
What kind of coolant does 2018 Toyota Highlander use?
There are ample types and colors of coolant from inorganic to organic to hybrid. To make things even more confusing, the color of the coolant doesn't always indicate the same thing. It's mandatory to reference your 2018 Toyota Highlander owner's manual for the explicit type of coolant essential and the peculiar intervals in which you should have a coolant flush service completed. Or you can call one of our Toyota Highlander trained service technicians for any information you need. We can also schedule you an appointment to make positive the ample coolant is used. Give Courtesy Toyota of Brandon a call today!
What color coolant does 2018 Toyota Highlander use?
It's hard to understand that color doesn't matter. While most Organic Acid Technology (OAT) coolants are usually orange, yellow, red or purple, Hybrid Organic Acid Technology (HOAT) coolants are orange and yellow. There's quite a bit of overlap. Then you have Inorganic Acid Technology (IAT) coolants that are usually green, however, some manufacturers sell them in blue. At the end of the day, always be hopeful to read the bottle to confirm the type of coolant you're using. When purchasing for the right coolant for your 2018 Toyota Highlander, you need to always check your owner's manual. The easiest way to confirm you are using the right coolant is to send your 2018 Toyota Highlander to Courtesy Toyota of Brandon or give us a call at 8132854632. Schedule service online and use one of our many coolant flush coupons to save hastily.
How much coolant does a 2018 Toyota Highlander take or need?
Every make and model requires a slightly contrasting level of coolant. To see the detailed sum basic you should always check your 2018 Toyota Highlander owner's manual. Give us a call or bring your vehicle to Courtesy Toyota of Brandon and we'll answer any questions you have on coolant levels.
WARNING - To avoid burns, make sure your vehicle engine is cheerful before checking your coolant level.
What happens if my 2018 Toyota Highlander runs out of coolant?
Your 2018 Toyota Highlander doesn't have to run out of coolant for troubles to start. Dilution levels need to be within a specific percentage range or your 2018 Toyota Highlander engine components can start to rust, break, or become irreparably damaged. If you run out of coolant exclusively due to a leak or authentic fluid levels, your entire engine system can be compromised from the gaskets to the pistons or even the engine block itself.
