Toyota Supra Coolant
Coolant, as it relates to vehicles, is usually 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 lower the freezing point of the liquid. In colder climates, this is extremely essential. This probably isn't the first time you've heard of ethylene glycol as it is the primary 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 develop the correct 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 Stevinson Toyota West a call at 7209029966 or schedule service online and let one of our technicians and service experts handle your coolant flush.
Every car manufacturer, including Toyota has developed its own coolant or requires a specific coolant that is unique to individual years and models. There are various colors of coolants to help distinguish each including blue, red, yellow, purple green, and orange. It is critical to do your research if you plan to buy, flush, or change the coolant in your vehicle. Many models will not be compatible even with "universal" coolants or antifreeze.
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What color coolant does Toyota Supra use?
It's critical to understand that color doesn't matter. While most Organic Acid Technology (OAT) coolants are frequently 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 frequently green, yet, some manufacturers sell them in blue. At the end of the day, always be sure to read the bottle to confirm the type of coolant you're using. When looking for the appropriate coolant for your Toyota Supra, you need to always check your owner's manual. The easiest way to confirm you are using the right coolant is to send your Toyota Supra to Stevinson Toyota West or give us a call at 7209029966. Schedule service online and use one of our many coolant flush coupons to save today.
How do I know if I need a coolant flush in my Toyota Supra?
Common symptoms that your Toyota Supra needs a coolant flush are:
- Your heater may stop working
- 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.
- Sediment or rust will be visible in the coolant
- Steam will come from the radiator or hood
- Your check engine light may turn on
- Unexpected grinding noises can come from the engine
- Coolant will normally leak out when the engine is operating. Check the ground when you park.
How often should you change coolant in a Toyota Supra?
Normally, you should have your Toyota Supra coolant flush completed each 30,000 miles or each 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 Stevinson Toyota West, we will check your fluid levels and check out it for debris or sediment which can harm the engine, and make sure it's diluted correctly. It's vital to have this checked each 15,000 miles to make sure you catch any issues before they cause dramatic damage. When it comes to your Toyota Supra engine, it's better safe than sorry.
What kind of coolant does Toyota Supra use?
There are many types and colors of coolant from inorganic to organic to hybrid. To make things even more complex, the color of the coolant doesn't always mean the same thing. It's important to reference your Toyota Supra owner's manual for the exact type of coolant required and the exact intervals in which you should have a coolant flush service completed. Or you can call one of our Toyota Supra factory certified service technicians for any facts you need. We can still schedule you an appointment to make sure the right coolant is used. Give Stevinson Toyota West a call today!
Toyota Supra Coolant Flush
A coolant flush or cooling system service consists of three main services.
- Adding a cleaner compound to get rid of sediment, corrosion, particles,and rust
- Flushing the entire system thoroughly
- Replenishing the system with the appropriate coolant and carefully measuring the dilution percentage
How long does Toyota Supra 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 essentially 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 suggested 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 precise details on what intervals your coolant needs to be changed, check your Toyota Supra maintenance schedule within your owner's manual or give Stevinson Toyota West a call at 7209029966 today and ask one of our OEM-trained mechanics or advisers. You can also book an appointment online and we'll take care of your coolant service for you.
What happens if my Toyota Supra runs out of coolant?
Your Toyota Supra doesn't have to run out of coolant for troubles to start. Dilution levels need to be within a specific percentage range or your Toyota Supra engine parts can start to rust, break, or become irreplaceably broken. If you run out of coolant utterly due to a leak or poor fluid levels, your entire engine system can be compromised from the gaskets to the pistons or even the engine block itself.
How much coolant does a Toyota Supra take or need?
Every make and model requires a distinct level of coolant. To see the precise amount necessary you should consistently check your Toyota Supra owner's manual. Give us a call or bring your vehicle to Stevinson Toyota West and we'll answer any questions you have on coolant levels.
WARNING - To avoid burns, make sure your car engine is cool before checking your coolant level.
