Jump to content
The mkiv Supra Owners Club

Coolant change questions


stevie_b
 Share

Recommended Posts

I've read lots of threads about changing the engine coolant, but I've got a couple of questions still unanswered:

 

1) what do people use to collect the old coolant as it comes out of the drain plug(s)? I know I could just let it run down the drains, but I'd rather not (being environmentally friendly and all that). 7.5 litres (or whatever the capacity is) is a lot of liquid to collect!

 

2) I'd like to drain the coolant from both drain plugs and double-flush the radiator and heater matrix with hose water, because I haven't done it since owning the car. No other reason. Should I be careful of how hard I force hose water through the rad? Obviously I won't go crazy, but is the radiator fragile when it comes to mains-pressure water?

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Guest Chumpalot
what do you guys do with your old coolant? Got loads of it around the garage from the last time I did it

 

Dispose of it properly mate. Your local tip will have the means to get rid of it for you.

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Join the conversation

You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.
Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible.

Guest
Reply to this topic...

×   Pasted as rich text.   Restore formatting

  Only 75 emoji are allowed.

×   Your link has been automatically embedded.   Display as a link instead

×   Your previous content has been restored.   Clear editor

×   You cannot paste images directly. Upload or insert images from URL.

 Share

×
×
  • Create New...

Important Information

We have placed cookies on your device to help make this website better. You can adjust your cookie settings, otherwise we'll assume you're okay to continue. You might also be interested in our Guidelines, Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.