2023 Toyota Highlander Coolant
Coolant, as it relates to vehicles, is normally a liquid or gas substance used to regulate the temperature of your engine. Liquid coolants are typically half water and half ethylene glycol. Water is used to transfer heat while ethylene glycol is used to lower the freezing point of the liquid. In colder climates, this is exceedingly important. This seemingly isn't the first time you've heard of ethylene glycol as it is the main 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 mixed to design the appropriate coolant.
You can purchase ready-made mixtures of coolant that already have water added, or you can purchase full-strength antifreeze which needs to be diluted with distilled water before being added 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 mechanics and service specialists handle your coolant flush.
Every vehicle manufacturer, including Toyota has developed its own coolant or requires a exact coolant that is unique to individual years and models. There are different colors of coolants to assist distinguish every including purple red, blue, green, yellow, and orange. It is vital to do your research if you plan to buy, flush, or replace the coolant in your car. Multiple models will not be compatible even with "universal" coolants or antifreeze.
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How often should you change coolant in a 2023 Toyota Highlander?
Normally, you should have your 2023 Toyota Highlander coolant flush completed every 30,000 miles or every two years. There are certain instances where your car can go without a flush for a longer period of time. When you bring your car into Courtesy Toyota of Brandon, we will check your fluid levels and examine it for debris or sediment which can harm the engine, and make sure it's diluted correctly. It's important to have this checked every 15,000 miles to make sure you catch any issues before they cause dramatic damage. When it comes to your 2023 Toyota Highlander engine, it's better safe than sorry.
2023 Toyota Highlander Coolant Flush
A coolant flush or cooling system service consists of three central services.
- Adding a cleaner compound to get rid of sediment, corrosion, particles,and rust
- Replenishing the system with the appropriate coolant and carefully measuring the dilution percentage
- Flushing the complete system thoroughly
How much coolant does a 2023 Toyota Highlander take or need?
Every make and model requires a distinct level of coolant. To see the precise amount necessary you should consistently check your 2023 Toyota Highlander owner's manual. Give us a call or bring your car 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 cool before checking your coolant level.
What color coolant does 2023 Toyota Highlander use?
It's vital to understand that color doesn't matter. While most Organic Acid Technology (OAT) coolants are normally orange, yellow, red or purple, Hybrid Organic Acid Technology (HOAT) coolants are orange and yellow. So evidently, there's quite a bit of overlap. Then you have Inorganic Acid Technology (IAT) coolants that are normally green, however, some manufacturers sell them in blue. At the end of the day, consistently be sure to read the bottle to confirm the type of coolant you're utilizing. When looking for the right coolant for your 2023 Toyota Highlander, you need to consistently check your owner's manual. The easiest way to confirm you are utilizing the right coolant is to send your 2023 Toyota Highlander to Courtesy Toyota of Brandon or give us a call at 8132854632. Schedule service online and use one of our numerous coolant flush coupons to save today.
How long does 2023 Toyota Highlander coolant last?
How often you need to flush and replenish your vehicle's coolant relies on the type of coolant. There are numerous types of coolants. Up until the mid-1990s there was relatively 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 particular advice on what intervals your coolant needs to be changed, check your 2023 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 OEM-trained technicians or advisers. You can again book an appointment online and we'll take care of your coolant service for you.
What happens if my 2023 Toyota Highlander runs out of coolant?
Your 2023 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 2023 Toyota Highlander engine parts can start to rust, break, or become irreplaceably broken. If you run out of coolant completely due to a leak or poor fluid levels, your whole engine system can be compromised from the gaskets to the pistons or even the engine block itself.
How do I know if I need a coolant flush in my 2023 Toyota Highlander?
Common symptoms that your 2023 Toyota Highlander needs a coolant flush are:
- Sometimes, albeit unlikely, you'll be able to smell an odd burning odor coming from under the hood.
- Your temperature gauge will read far above normal with the engine on for a few minutes.
- Coolant will ordinarily leak out when the engine is running. Check the ground when you park.
- Steam will come from the radiator or hood
- Your check engine light may turn on
- Unexpected grinding noises can come from the engine
- Your heater may stop working
- Sediment or rust will be visible in the coolant
What kind of coolant does 2023 Toyota Highlander use?
There are many types and colors of coolant from inorganic to organic to hybrid. To make things even more puzzling, the color of the coolant doesn't regularly mean the same thing. It's essential to reference your 2023 Toyota Highlander owner's manual for the particular type of coolant needed and the particular intervals in which you should have a coolant flush service completed. Or you can call one of our Toyota Highlander factory certified service mechanics for any details you need. We can again schedule you an appointment to make sure the right coolant is used. Give Courtesy Toyota of Brandon a call today!
