Lexus Coolant

Coolant, as it relates to vehicles, is constantly 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 quick point of the liquid. In colder climates, this is extremely vital. Interestingly enough, this isn't the initial time you've heard of ethylene glycol as it is the main ingredient in the well-known 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 factual coolant.

You can purchase ready-made mixtures of coolant that already have water further, or you can purchase full-strength antifreeze which needs to be diluted with distilled water before being further to the engine system. Give the veterans at Nalley Lexus Smyrna a call at 7706187908 or schedule service online and let one of our technicians and service advisors handle your coolant flush.

Every vehicle manufacturer, including Lexus has developed its own coolant or requires a explicit coolant that is unique to personal years and models. There are many colors of coolants to aid distinguish each including yellow, purple blue, green, red, and orange. It is useful to do your research if you plan to buy, flush, or replace the coolant in your vehicle. Many models will not be flashy even with "universal" coolants or antifreeze.

Lexus Smyrna offers a collection of coolant flush coupons to help you save today. To search all of our service specials click here. If you'd like to handle your coolant service yourself, you can still purchase coolant or antifreeze from Nalley Lexus Smyrna directly at a important price.

What color coolant does Lexus use?

It's memorable 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 sure to read the bottle to confirm the type of coolant you're using. When researching for the right coolant for your Lexus, you need to always check your owner's manual. The easiest way to confirm you are using the right coolant is to send your Lexus to Nalley Lexus Smyrna or give us a call at 7706187908. Schedule service online and use one of our several coolant flush coupons to save now.

What kind of coolant does Lexus use?

There are many 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 crucial to reference your Lexus owner's manual for the unmistakable type of coolant paramount and the distinct intervals in which you should have a coolant flush service completed. Or you can call one of our Lexus skilled service technicians for any information you need. We can also schedule you an appointment to make sure the polite coolant is used. Give Nalley Lexus Smyrna a call today!

How long does Lexus coolant last?

How often you need to flush and replenish your vehicle's coolant relies on the type of coolant. There are copious 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 specific information on what intervals your coolant needs to be replenished, check your Lexus maintenance schedule within your owner's manual or give Nalley Lexus Smyrna a call at 7706187908 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.

How do I know if I need a coolant flush in my Lexus?

Common symptoms that your Lexus needs a coolant flush are:

• Unusual grinding noises can come from the engine
• Steam will come from the radiator or hood
• Your heater may prohibit working
• Your check engine light may turn on
• Sometimes, albeit inconceivable, you'll be able to smell an odd burning odor coming from under the hood.
• Coolant will generally leak out when the engine is engaging. Check the ground when you park.
• Sediment or rust will be obvious in the coolant
• Your temperature gauge will read correctly above traditional with the engine on for various minutes.

Lexus Coolant Flush

A coolant flush or cooling system service consists of three main services.

• Adding a cleaner compound to get rid of particles, corrosion, sediment,and rust
• Refilling the system with the cooperative coolant and carefully measuring the dilution percentage
• Flushing the entire system thoroughly

How much coolant does a Lexus take or need?

Every make and model requires a slightly big level of coolant. To see the explicit amount central you should always check your Lexus owner's manual. Give us a call or bring your car to Nalley Lexus Smyrna and we'll explanation any questions you have on coolant levels.

WARNING - To prevent burns, make positive your vehicle engine is fun before checking your coolant level.

What happens if my Lexus runs out of coolant?

Your Lexus doesn't have to run out of coolant for troubles to start. Dilution levels need to be within a necessary percentage alter or your Lexus engine components can start to rust, break, or become irreparably damaged. If you run out of coolant exclusively 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 often should you change coolant in a Lexus?

Typically, you should have your Lexus 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 Nalley Lexus Smyrna, we will check your fluid levels and inspect it for debris or sediment which can harm the engine, and make satisfied it's diluted correctly. It's prominent to have this checked every 15,000 miles to make satisfied you catch all issues before they cause hazardous break. When it comes to your Lexus engine, it's better reliable than apologetic.