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TheSilkySmooth · 06-06-2009, 03:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by curtqn

I want to chane the radiator coolant of my 2009 Toyota Yaris.

No you dont unless someone pee'd in there or your GF put WW fluid in there - DOI!

TheSilkySmooth · 06-06-2009, 03:32 PM

On second thought, I think you need a tuneup, which should be done every 3 months to keep up with the Honda Ricers out there ... I would be willing to do it for around 500 bucks - I'll even put in new copper Champions ;) and remove your restrictive air filter and replace with poly pillow stuffing in a pantyhose FTW!

Bob Dog · 06-06-2009, 07:51 PM

There are threee basic types of coolant the short lifed green that has been around forever and which lasts about two years, the newer red, good for maybe five years, and the recent pink which your car comes equiped with from the factory and is supposed to laast 100,000 miles. Why mess with it when you will not do any good and there is the small chance that you could do some harm?

anexrx7 · 06-08-2009, 01:25 AM

Not to mention its not exactly a "cheap" procedure anymore. The normal green stuff is ~$10+ a Gallon, granted the Yaris probably has like 3/4 of a gallon haha.

Edit: Come to think of it, if you're on here asking if just the radiator drain is "good enough" and don't have a service manual.. You're WAY out of your league already. IMO you should have the manual every time you do something new. People ask me how to fix a problem while they were "fixing" another. I ask them whats the manual say?..

jambo101 · 06-08-2009, 06:49 AM

The manual is that big book in the glove box,read it.

curtqn · 06-09-2009, 02:24 AM

I'm curious because I know some don't have the block drain. I'm glad my yaris does. My car has around 20,000 miles. I drive alot along with a few long trips. I plan to change the coolant when it gets to 30,000 miles. I know it's still early but I just want to keep it in good condition.

WolfWings · 06-09-2009, 04:22 AM

No, actually, you don't want to change the coolant early.

Coolant is not engine oil, it's not put to heavy mechanical stress, nor does it wear out anywhere near as fast as engine oil or actual lubricants. It's a coolant, once it's seasoned it's best to leave it until the chemicals wear out (100k miles of use) before changing it.

Coolant is one of the few things where changing it early and often isn't always the best thing.

yaris-me · 06-09-2009, 11:06 AM

Don't forget to drain and replace the power steering fluid.

POORSHA · 06-09-2009, 11:31 AM

I find replacing the air in the tires with fresh air monthly is best. Remember to do this at night because the air is cooler and more dense.

jambo101 · 06-09-2009, 02:01 PM

Kale auto parts will have everything you need
http://kalecoauto.com/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=2

curtqn · 06-09-2009, 02:22 PM

I believe the Yaris have elect power steering. There is no power steering fluid.

Yaris Hilton · 06-09-2009, 04:37 PM

Better change the electricity, then. Stale electrons can gum up the wiring.

yaris-me · 06-10-2009, 03:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jambo101

Kale auto parts will have everything you need
http://kalecoauto.com/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=2

Lewis · 06-10-2009, 09:26 AM

changing the driver does the most for performance!

:-)

Kongo-Otto · 06-10-2009, 09:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by yaris-me

Don't forget to drain and replace the power steering fluid.

And dont forget to check the piston return springs.

N9QGS · 06-25-2009, 10:42 AM

I did the engine block value and the valve at the bottom of the radiator, I got very little out of the engine block, and it was very difficult to get at in my opinion. I almost said next time I drain, I am not even going to attempt the engine block, 90+% came from the front drain. I was lucky to get a cup out of the engine block. But go ahead and try it, if your results are very different let me know.

auxmike · 06-25-2009, 11:25 AM

Why did you need to mess with the antifreeze on a new car?

06-06-2009, 03:32 PM	#20
TheSilkySmooth Drives: 08 3DR 5M Bayou Blue; 09 Fos Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: New Hampshire Posts: 622	On second thought, I think you need a tuneup, which should be done every 3 months to keep up with the Honda Ricers out there ... I would be willing to do it for around 500 bucks - I'll even put in new copper Champions ;) and remove your restrictive air filter and replace with poly pillow stuffing in a pantyhose FTW! Last edited by TheSilkySmooth; 06-06-2009 at 03:33 PM. Reason: grammo

06-08-2009, 01:25 AM	#22
anexrx7 Drives: 08 MM HB Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: U.S. Posts: 31	Not to mention its not exactly a "cheap" procedure anymore. The normal green stuff is ~$10+ a Gallon, granted the Yaris probably has like 3/4 of a gallon haha. Edit: Come to think of it, if you're on here asking if just the radiator drain is "good enough" and don't have a service manual.. You're WAY out of your league already. IMO you should have the manual every time you do something new. People ask me how to fix a problem while they were "fixing" another. I ask them whats the manual say?.. Last edited by anexrx7; 06-08-2009 at 01:41 AM.

06-09-2009, 04:22 AM	#25
WolfWings View User's Garage Drives: Silver 2007 3Dr - Gryph Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Kansas City, MO, USA Posts: 310	No, actually, you don't want to change the coolant early. Coolant is not engine oil, it's not put to heavy mechanical stress, nor does it wear out anywhere near as fast as engine oil or actual lubricants. It's a coolant, once it's seasoned it's best to leave it until the chemicals wear out (100k miles of use) before changing it. Coolant is one of the few things where changing it early and often isn't always the best thing. __________________

06-25-2009, 10:42 AM	#34
N9QGS View User's Garage Drives: 2007 Toyota Yaris Sedan Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Georgetown, KY Posts: 117	I did the engine block value and the valve at the bottom of the radiator, I got very little out of the engine block, and it was very difficult to get at in my opinion. I almost said next time I drain, I am not even going to attempt the engine block, 90+% came from the front drain. I was lucky to get a cup out of the engine block. But go ahead and try it, if your results are very different let me know. __________________ 198K Miles

06-25-2009, 11:25 AM	#35
auxmike Drives: 2008 HB, A/T, Power W/L/M Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: LI, New Yawk Posts: 2,063	Why did you need to mess with the antifreeze on a new car? __________________ Never take eyes off opponent - Bruce Lee

06-06-2009, 07:51 PM	#21
Bob Dog DARK PHASE OF THE MOON Drives: 07 liftback Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: the Boondocks, NC Posts: 993	There are threee basic types of coolant the short lifed green that has been around forever and which lasts about two years, the newer red, good for maybe five years, and the recent pink which your car comes equiped with from the factory and is supposed to laast 100,000 miles. Why mess with it when you will not do any good and there is the small chance that you could do some harm?

06-08-2009, 06:49 AM	#23
jambo101 Drives: yaris 08 sedan Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Montreal Canada Posts: 1,286	The manual is that big book in the glove box,read it.

06-09-2009, 02:24 AM	#24
curtqn Drives: Toyota Yaris Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Southern California Posts: 9	I'm curious because I know some don't have the block drain. I'm glad my yaris does. My car has around 20,000 miles. I drive alot along with a few long trips. I plan to change the coolant when it gets to 30,000 miles. I know it's still early but I just want to keep it in good condition.

06-09-2009, 11:06 AM	#26
yaris-me Learn to Relax Drives: 2007, Meteorite, LB Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Anaheim, CA Posts: 2,070	Don't forget to drain and replace the power steering fluid.

06-09-2009, 11:31 AM	#27
POORSHA View User's Garage Drives: 2008 LB Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: NE CT Posts: 418	I find replacing the air in the tires with fresh air monthly is best. Remember to do this at night because the air is cooler and more dense.

06-09-2009, 02:01 PM	#28
jambo101 Drives: yaris 08 sedan Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Montreal Canada Posts: 1,286	Kale auto parts will have everything you need http://kalecoauto.com/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=2

06-09-2009, 02:22 PM	#29
curtqn Drives: Toyota Yaris Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Southern California Posts: 9	I believe the Yaris have elect power steering. There is no power steering fluid.

06-09-2009, 04:37 PM	#30
Yaris Hilton Half a Bubble Off Plumb Drives: 2009 Yaris Sedan Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Bristol, Tennessee, USA Posts: 1,593	Better change the electricity, then. Stale electrons can gum up the wiring.

06-10-2009, 09:26 AM	#32
Lewis Our off road vehicle Drives: 2009 Yaris 3dr Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: NJ Posts: 198	changing the driver does the most for performance! :-)

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