antifreeze for Toyota Camry Xv40

When buying, you need to know the shade - Color and Type of antifreeze, valid for the year of manufacture of your Camry Xv40. Select the manufacturer of your choice. Do not forget - each type of fluid has its own lifespan.
For example: for Toyota Camry (Body Xv40) 2006, with a gasoline or diesel engine type, suitable - carboxylate antifreeze class, type G12 + with shades of red. The approximate next replacement period of which will be 5 years. If possible, check the selected fluid against the requirements of the vehicle manufacturer's specifications and service intervals. It's important to know Each type of liquid has its own color. There are rare cases when a type is tinted with a different color.
The color of red antifreeze can be from purple to light pink (for green and yellow same principles).
Mix liquid different manufacturers — can if their types match the blending conditions. G11 can be mixed with G11 analogues G11 must not be mixed with G12 G11 can be mixed with G12+ G11 can be mixed with G12++ G11 can be mixed G13 G12 can be mixed with G12 analogues G12 must not be mixed with G11 G12 can be mixed with G12+ G12 must not be mixed with G12++ G12 must not be mixed with G13 G12+, G12++ and G13 can be mixed together It is not allowed to mix Antifreeze with Antifreeze. No way! Antifreeze and Antifreeze - very different in quality. Antifreeze is the trade name for the traditional type (TL) of an old-style coolant. At the end of the service life - the liquid completely discolors or becomes very dull. Before replacing one type of fluid with another, flush the car radiator with plain water.

The liquid that removes excess heat from a running engine, protecting it from critical overheating, is called antifreeze. It prevents freezing of the cooling system in winter when the car is idle. When operating transport beneficial features antifreeze gradually disappears, which forces it to be periodically replaced.

cooler properties

During operation, the temperature of the coolant reaches and sometimes exceeds 100 degrees, and during downtime it is compared with the ambient temperature. Effective functionality of the Toyota Camry cooling system, as well as durability power unit V50 depend directly on the quality of antifreeze, which must meet the following requirements:

• mobility;
• high thermal conductivity and heat capacity;
• small coefficient of temperature of crystallization and expansion;
• the substance must have anti-corrosion properties, and also not corrode rubber elements.

Classification of coolers

There are three types of coolants:

• basic;
• without silicates;
• without nitrates.

Based on the basis of the substance, they are divided into propylene glycol and ethylene glycol. Each group has an individual set of additives and composition. Mixing different coolants is almost always prohibited. This is especially true for the silicate-free group, since the resulting solution can coagulate in the cooling system, blocking it. This will necessitate flushing.

Requirements are imposed on antifreezes, taking into account the individual characteristics of the cooling system. For the effective functionality of the Camry 2.4 engine, the manufacturer recommends the use of silicate-free solutions based on propylene glycol containing a corrosion inhibitor.

Such requirements are put forward taking into account the functions of the cooling system: more viscous compounds are ideal in the process of forced injection of antifreeze. Taking into account such requirements, the most optimal for the Camry V50 will be the use of compositions:

• SuperLongLifeCoolant (S LLC) - pink;
• LongLifeCoolant (LLC) - red.
  

To avoid premature failure of the engine from overheating, do not use antifreeze to cool it. It won't lead to good things.

When to replace the cooler

The frequency of scheduled fluid replacement depends on the service life indicated on the package. If, for any reason, Toyota Camry antifreeze leaves much faster, an early top-up or replacement is carried out.

Signs of unsuitable coolant:

1. The formation of a jelly-like mass on the expansion tank.
2. With slight frosts, the substance acquires a mushy state or a precipitate forms.
3. The cooler fan runs more frequently than usual.
4. Liquid contamination is determined visually.
5. Forced need to top up the system with water.

Self-replacement

Replacing Toyota Camry V40 antifreeze is not particularly difficult. First of all, it is necessary to install a pan under the engine and radiator, the exhaust mixture will drain into it. The drain cap on the radiator opens and the plug is twisted. Then you need to unscrew the drain plugs located on the radiator and cylinder block to allow the contents to drain completely. After that, all the plugs are twisted, and the antifreeze used is poured in as much as necessary up to the maximum mark. Typically, a Camry V50 can take about 4.5–5 liters. This is considered normal for this model.

During transitional periods that threaten with temperature changes, car owners need to check the condition of the cooling system. With how the replacement is done antifreeze in Toyota Camry 2.4 and others, any motorist can figure it out, regardless of the experience and knowledge of the device and the operation of the car.

If all units of the machine are working properly, fuel consumption is within acceptable limits, then it is enough to conduct a visual inspection of the tank with the level of antifreeze and radiator located in the engine compartment. When examining them, attention should be paid to the main indicators of quality:

To rule out problems with the cooling system, you need to pay attention to the following facts:

Benefits of a Healthy Cooling System

Paying attention to the condition of the cooling system is recommended due to the fact that replacing antifreeze is the easiest solution to all problems. At the same time, with untimely maintenance or a breakdown, the results of operating a faulty car can be much sadder. Even the most reliable engines fail when overheated. Much easier, at every recommended interval equal to 80 or 40 thousand km, make sure that antifreeze replacement on your toyota camry. The manufacturer recommends that the first coolant change be carried out after 160,000 km, and subsequent changes every 80,000 when using Super Long Life Coolant antifreezes. This recommendation is connected with the natural wear and tear of the materials that make up the parts and structures of the cooling system.

In addition to these factors, antifreeze, materials and parts are significantly affected by temperature changes. For the cooling system, such fluctuations are the most significant and relevant. Although designers are trying to create products with the highest thresholds of strength to withstand such influences. However, under such conditions, no material is capable of working indefinitely. Therefore, the timely replacement of antifreeze and rubber products is the best way to extend the performance of the entire mechanism as a whole. From an economic point of view, this way of maintaining vehicle found to be the most beneficial and appropriate.

Spend your free time with the benefit of the cooling system

Spend replacement of antifreeze on Toyota v 40 it won't be hard for anyone. Even if the owner does not trust his car to the specialists of the service center, he can successfully cope with the replacement of antifreeze on his Toyota with his own hands. This will take an hour of time to spare, flushing the cooling system and the antifreeze itself. It can be sold in the form of a concentrate and in a ready-made state. Replacing antifreeze camry 40 easy to do with your own hands, as you can see from the video is actually simple and not intricate:

1. Drive the car into a pit or a lift;
2. Twist all plugs and plugs from the cooling system;
3. Drain the waste, while looking at the composition of the liquid. It should not contain heavy impurities. If metal chips or a large cloudy precipitate occurs, then the composition of the wash should be checked. Based on the results obtained, contact specialists who can determine the location of the problem and troubleshooting methods;
4. After putting all the equipment and the cooling jacket in order, you can fill in the new recommended antifreeze.

timely replacing antifreeze in toyota camry 2.4 and others, a really profitable operation that allows you to extend the life of all the main units of the car, while maintaining the main operational and consumer qualities of the car.

Video on replacing antifreeze with a Camry 40

AT Toyota car Camry XV40 engine cooling system (ODS) includes radiator, fan, heat exchanger, centrifugal pump, thermostat and expansion tank. The failure of their system of one of the components of the system will most likely lead to a breakdown of the motor, which is fraught with expensive repairs.

Therefore, you should regularly monitor the state of the SOD and change the antifreeze in a timely manner, and it should be exclusively High Quality. How to replace the coolant on the Camry V40, see the photo.

How much does it cost and what kind of antifreeze to fill

The manufacturer developed a special antifreeze "Toyota Super Long Life Coolant".

Antifreeze is toxic, so when working with it, we show caution and accuracy! In addition, change only on a cooled engine so as not to get burned!

Coolants from other manufacturers can also be used for a full replacement: TCL "Long Life Coolant - 50 ° C", product code LLC01236, a four-liter canister will cost 820 rubles. A bottle with a volume of 1 liter, catalog number LLC33145, price - 330 rubles. Patron "Antifreeze", with the article AFRED1PATRON. The price of a canister of 1 liter, product code AFRED1PATRON will be 240 rubles, and a five-liter canister with the article AFRED5PATRON, - 560 rubles.

Also, in the process of replacing antifreeze, it may be necessary to replace the radiator cap. The original cover from Toyota, product code 1640131520 costs 780 rubles. A number of replacements "under the original" are available: Masuma MOX202 - 170 rubles, Gates RC134 - 460 rubles, Metalcaucho 03605 - 150 rubles.

Prices are for autumn 2017 for Moscow and the region.

How to change antifreeze on a Toyota Camry XV40 with your own hands

By, the first coolant change occurs at 160,000 km, and then the interval is reduced to 80,000.

Replacement instructions:

1. We put the car on a flat surface.
2. We unscrew the motor protection.
3. Turning counterclockwise, unscrew the radiator cap.
4. We unscrew the plug in the expansion tank, but do not unhook the steam outlet hose.
5. We put a container under the faucet of the hole for draining the SOD radiator (it is located in the lower tank of the radiator). We turn the drain valve plug 2-3 turns and drain the liquid.
6. We substitute the container for draining under the faucet for draining the coolant located on the left side motor block and unscrew the drain plug 2-3 turns and lower the coolant.
7. Tighten the plugs of both drain valves by hand.
8. Wash the SOD with water. To do this, slowly, pour water to the level of the steam pipe.
9. We start the engine and let it run until the electric fan of the motor turns on.
10. We turn off the engine and drain the liquid again.
11. Rinse with SOD until clean water begins to flow.
12. Pour new coolant into the radiator.
13. Start the engine and warm it up to operating temperature. As air escapes from the SOD, add coolant to the radiator.
14. Before air is removed from the system, the fan should turn off 3-4 times.
15. Then, we twist the radiator cap and add antifreeze to the expansion tank to the “F” mark. We turn off the engine and let it cool down.
16. We measure the antifreeze in the tank, top it up if necessary.

SOD at this time of engine operation is under pressure, when starting the engine, make sure that the plugs are tightly closed, otherwise coolant may leak from under a poorly closed plug.

What you need to replace

Useful:

• funnel;
• clean rag;
• gloves;
• container for draining the coolant (at least 7 liters);
• new coolant and radiator cap.

To replace the coolant on the Toyota Camry XV40, turn off the running engine and let it cool. We install the car on a flat horizontal surface, remove the lower mudguards of the engine.

In order to relieve pressure in the cooling system, slowly turn the cap of the expansion tank counterclockwise.

Open the plug of the expansion tank without disconnecting the steam hose from it. If necessary, remove the expansion tank and flush it.

We go down, substitute a container under the drain valve of the radiator of the cooling system located in the lower radiator tank, unscrew the drain valve plug by 2-3 turns, put a rubber hose on the drainage spout, and drain the liquid.

Flush the cooling system, fill the system with water through filler neck radiator to the level of the steam pipe.

Antifreeze is a non-freezing process fluid designed to cool a running Toyota Camry engine at an external temperature from + 40C to - 30..60C. The boiling point of antifreeze is about +110C. The function of antifreeze also includes lubrication of internal surfaces. Toyota systems Camry including water pump preventing the formation of corrosion. The life of the unit depends on the condition of the liquid.

Antifreezes are distinguished by the additives included in it:
Traditional antifreezes;
Hybrid antifreeze G-11 (Hybrid, "hybrid coolants", HOAT (Hybrid Organic Acid Technology));
Carboxylate antifreezes G-12, G-12+ ("Carboxylate coolants", OAT (Organic Acid Technology));
Lobrid antifreeze G-12 ++, G-13 ("Lobrid coolants" or "SOAT coolants").

Types and types of antifreeze for Toyota Camry

If you need to add coolant to your Toyota Camry, it is safe to mix only one type of antifreeze, not a color. Color is just a dye. It is forbidden to pour water (even distilled) into the Toyota Camry radiator, because in the heat at a temperature of 100C the water will boil and scale will form. In frost, the water will freeze, the pipes and radiator of the Toyota Camry will simply break.

Replace the coolant on a Toyota Camry for several reasons:

• The term of antifreeze ends - the concentration of inhibitors in it decreases, heat transfer decreases;
• The level of antifreeze from leaks has decreased - its level in the Toyota expansion tank should remain constant. In this case, it can leave through leaks in the joints, or cracks in the radiator, pipes.
• The level of antifreeze has decreased due to engine overheating - the antifreeze begins to boil, a safety valve opens in the plug of the expansion tank of the Toyota Camry cooling system, dumping antifreeze vapors into the atmosphere.
• Toyota Camry cooling system parts are being replaced or the engine is being repaired;

A frequently triggered radiator fan in the heat is a reason to check the quality of antifreeze. If not produced timely replacement antifreeze on Toyota Camry, it will lose its properties. As a result, oxides are formed, there is a danger of the engine overheating in hot weather and its defrosting at low temperatures. The term of the first replacement for G-12+ antifreeze is 250 thousand kilometers, or 5 years.

Signs by which the state of used antifreeze in a Toyota Camry is determined:

• Test strip results;
• Antifreeze measurement in Toyota Camry with a refractometer or hydrometer;
• Change color shade: for example, it was green, it became rusty or yellow, as well as turbidity, fading;
• The presence of chips, chips, scale, foam.

Replacing antifreeze and coolant on a Toyota Camry

Flushing the cooling system before pouring new antifreeze on Toyota Camry Flushing the Toyota Camry cooling system, before filling in new antifreeze, completely removes the protective layer and remnants of the old antifreeze, this is necessary when switching from one type to another. To flush the Toyota Camry radiator, you should use a special tool, which is often diluted with water in accordance with the instructions.

The finished flush is poured into the expansion tank of the Toyota Camry radiator with the engine turned off. It must first be warmed up to operating temperature so that the thermostat opens and antifreeze begins to circulate through big circle cooling systems.

The engine is then started and allowed to run for 30 minutes. Idling. Drain the flushing liquid. The operation is repeated depending on the composition of the outflowing liquid. The flushing mixture can be used only in the first run, in subsequent runs - distilled water. The time for replacing antifreeze with a Toyota Camry is from half an hour, with flushing - up to 1.5 hours.