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Hi Folks,
I'm about to do a coolant change to my 2014 GX and would like to double check the part number of the coolant before ordering from the dealer. Is this correct :
00272-SLLC2 (Toyota Genuine Fluid Long Life Coolant)
That's a 1 gallon jug, I think I will need 4 jugs to drain/refill radiator and engine block. Is that right?
Cheers
I'm about to do a coolant change to my 2014 GX and would like to double check the part number of the coolant before ordering from the dealer. Is this correct :
00272-SLLC2 (Toyota Genuine Fluid Long Life Coolant)
That's a 1 gallon jug, I think I will need 4 jugs to drain/refill radiator and engine block. Is that right?
Cheers
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Note if you want to do a thorough coolant change, there are two coolant drains on the block, one on each side.
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Joined: Aug 2014
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From: AR
Fill the radiator with the engine running, and let the engine warm up with the radiator cap off until the thermostat opens. Top off radiator as required and replace cap and fill coolant overflow reservoir.
Note if you want to do a thorough coolant change, there are two coolant drains on the block, one on each side.
Note if you want to do a thorough coolant change, there are two coolant drains on the block, one on each side.
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From: Northwest
The process is described in this post: https://www.clublexus.com/forums/gx-...ml#post4568167
Make sure you set the cabin temp to max heat otherwise you may end up with an air pocket in the heater core.
Make sure you set the cabin temp to max heat otherwise you may end up with an air pocket in the heater core.
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The process is described in this post: https://www.clublexus.com/forums/gx-...ml#post4568167
Make sure you set the cabin temp to max heat otherwise you may end up with an air pocket in the heater core.
Make sure you set the cabin temp to max heat otherwise you may end up with an air pocket in the heater core.
Last edited by mike202; Dec 5, 2024 at 08:50 AM.
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I don't think fighting with the driver side drain is worth the payoff - maybe 1/2 - 1 cup of fluid. I started with the driver side because I could easily see it from the underside. This is how I do my Land Cruiser 100's and it's insanely easy. That driver side was a battle. The passenger side from the wheel well took a little work to get a drain hose on the drain and routed through the lower control arm, but draining that was a cinch. Since it appears that regardles of laterality the first one you open on the block is going to be the 5+ quart payoff, I'd just do the passenger. I spent at least 45 minutes with various tools fighting the driver side from underneath on the ground. My ratcheting 10mm spanner would just barely fit with a drain hose. I got just over 2 gallons, including the overflow.
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Joined: Nov 2023
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From: MS
It will flow a tiny amount of coolant (and air) even when fully closed.
I would also suggest this tool, it's a game changer and makes the burping process incredibly simple.
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