2012 Toyota Prius v Coolant

Please wait while the page loads...

2012 Toyota Prius v Coolant

Coolant, as it relates to vehicles, is normally a liquid or gas substance used to regulate the temperature of your engine. Liquid coolants are generally 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 principal 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 construct the proper 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 Toyota of Greenville a call at 8647547866 or schedule service online and let one of our technicians and service specialists handle your coolant flush.

Every car manufacturer, including Toyota has developed its own coolant or requires a precise coolant that is distinct to individual years and models. There are several colors of coolants to assist distinguish each including yellow, red, green, blue, purple and orange. It is crucial to do your research if you plan to buy, flush, or replace the coolant in your car. Many models will not be compatible even with "universal" coolants or antifreeze.

Toyota Greenville offers a wide range of coolant flush coupons to help you save today. To shop 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 Toyota of Greenville directly at a great price.

How long does 2012 Toyota Prius v coolant last?

How often you need to flush and replenish your vehicle's coolant relies on the type of coolant. There are many types of coolants. Up until the mid-1990s there was relatively 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 exact facts on what intervals your coolant needs to be changed, check your 2012 Toyota Prius v maintenance schedule within your owner's manual or give Toyota of Greenville a call at 8647547866 today and ask one of our OEM-trained mechanics or advisers. You can likewise book an appointment online and we'll take care of your coolant service for you.

How much coolant does a 2012 Toyota Prius v take or need?

Every make and model requires a distinct level of coolant. To see the precise amount required you should repeatedly check your 2012 Toyota Prius v owner's manual. Give us a call or bring your vehicle to Toyota of Greenville 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.

How do I know if I need a coolant flush in my 2012 Toyota Prius v?

Common symptoms that your 2012 Toyota Prius v needs a coolant flush are:

Sediment or rust will be visible in the coolant
Sometimes, albeit unlikely, you'll be able to smell an odd burning odor coming from under the hood.
Your heater may stop working
Steam will come from the radiator or hood
Your temperature gauge will read far above normal with the engine on for a few minutes.
Coolant will usually leak out when the engine is running. Check the ground when you park.
Unexpected grinding noises can come from the engine
Your check engine light may turn on

What color coolant does 2012 Toyota Prius v use?

It's vital to understand that color doesn't matter. While most Organic Acid Technology (OAT) coolants are ordinarily 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 ordinarily green, however, some manufacturers sell them in blue. At the end of the day, regularly be sure to read the bottle to confirm the type of coolant you're utilizing. When looking for the appropriate coolant for your 2012 Toyota Prius v, you need to regularly check your owner's manual. The easiest way to confirm you are utilizing the right coolant is to send your 2012 Toyota Prius v to Toyota of Greenville or give us a call at 8647547866. Schedule service online and use one of our many coolant flush coupons to save today.

What kind of coolant does 2012 Toyota Prius v use?

There are many types and colors of coolant from inorganic to organic to hybrid. To make things even more bewildering, the color of the coolant doesn't always mean the same thing. It's vital to reference your 2012 Toyota Prius v owner's manual for the precise type of coolant needed and the precise intervals in which you should have a coolant flush service completed. Or you can call one of our Toyota Prius v factory certified service technicians for any data you need. We can also schedule you an appointment to make sure the right coolant is used. Give Toyota of Greenville a call today!

What happens if my 2012 Toyota Prius v runs out of coolant?

Your 2012 Toyota Prius v doesn't have to run out of coolant for troubles to start. Dilution levels need to be within a particular percentage range or your 2012 Toyota Prius v engine parts can start to rust, break, or become irreplaceably damaged. If you run out of coolant utterly due to a leak or poor fluid levels, your whole engine system can be compromised from the gaskets to the pistons or even the engine block itself.