Your coolant system, otherwise known as your cooling system, helps your engine keep an even temperature. If your engine overheats, it can lead to serious damage to the inner workings of your Lexus, which can be expensive to repair. That’s why getting your coolant flushed every 50,000 to 160,000 kilometres, depending on the type of coolant you use, is so important.
The trained technicians in our service department at Lexus Downtown offer this service so you know your engine can keep itself cool, and can schedule you in for an appointment that will work best with your schedule and get your Lexus back to running in peak conditions.
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How Your Coolant System and a Coolant Flush Works
8 Signs Your Coolant Needs Flushing
The signs that your coolant system needs a flush are really easy to spot, and consist of the following:
- Ascending temperature gauge
- Puddles under the vehicle (coolant leak)
- Sweet, syrup-like smell from the engine
- Steaming engine
- Low coolant levels
- Heater issues
- Coolant warning light appearing on the dashboard
- White smoke from exhaust pipe
If you notice any of these signs while out driving your Lexus around Toronto, ON, take the time to schedule a service appointment with technicians you can trust to fix the issue.
Coolant Flush FAQs
How often should you get your coolant flushed?
While the general rule of thumb is to get it flushed every 50,000 to 160,000 kilometres, this is an estimated range as some coolant types last longer than others, and depending on the conditions you typically drive in, your coolant might last for a shorter or longer time.
What is coolant made of?
Coolant is typically made of antifreeze and water, as this helps absorb heat that much better, which makes keeping the engine temperature regulated easier.
I noticed steam coming from my engine, should I get my coolant flushed?
If your engine is steaming that typically indicates that it’s overheating, which can cause serious damage to your engine the longer it overheats. If you notice steam coming from your engine, it is best to pull to the side of the road as soon as it is safe to do so and call a tow truck to take you to a team of trained technicians who can diagnose what is wrong with your engine. A coolant issue could be the cause, but the trained technicians will be able to get to the bottom of why your engine’s steaming.
Get Your Coolant Flushed at Lexus Downtown in Toronto, ON
At Lexus Downtown, our trained technicians can get your Lexus any service it needs, and that includes coolant flushes. If you’re nearing or over 50,000 kilometres since your last coolant flush and notice any of the signs that it’s time to book in, contact us or fill out the form below to do so!