Then there was the big manufacturers: Prestone, PEAK, Motorcraft, Shell, Mopar, Zerex, etc. Of course, there was the store’s name brand – (It was also the lowest in price). I was recently with a friend and we were in a local auto parts store and he saw that there was over 30 different types or variations of ANTIFREEZE. If you have ever taken a stroll into your local auto parts store you may have noticed the antifreeze/coolant section has grown substantially. If you’re still unsure what coolant is appropriate for your Toyota – Lexus – Scion, please give us a call at 50 or schedule an appointment.įor those of you interested in further reading: Although the silicates in other coolants provide exceptional corrosion protection, in the long run, they tend to precipitate out and clog cooling passages. This can eventually result in overheating and/or having to replace the radiator. The additional cost of Toyota’s coolant is minimal if you consider that the cost is amortized over a two to three year period and that the superior coolant may well save having to replace your radiator. They were also intentionally formulated with zero silicates. These coolants were specifically formulated with full engineering knowledge of the numerous materials (seals and alloyed metals) they need to protect. However, if we’re replacing the coolant, I strongly prefer to go with the appropriate coolant from Toyota.
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