Engine Coolant change Toyota Camry 2011

Simple way of coolant drain on Toyota Camry 2011 LE 4 cylinder.

[@advancedtv1110]

Thanks to people like you I am more independent. I even help friends changing their coolant to save money. Thank you.

[@averagemaintenance3875]

Glad to hear that, Omar. It makes me happy to know that my videos help you and others. The reason I make them is that I felt appreciative for videos from other people. Thank you.

[@verlaryder]

Very good tutorial that shows all the steps needed. You did everything correctly.

[@averagemaintenance3875]

Thank you.

[@wakinguptooearly]

Wow this was a very clear and well done walkthrough. Thank you for sharing

[@slysanders3512]

Thank you so much it worked for my 2010 Toyota Camry just saved me so much money ❤❤❤❤

[@averagemaintenance3875]

I'm glad to hear that. Now you have money for other things. Thank you for watching.

[@Mr.Moose5000]

Thank you sir. Your video helped a lot to do this on my mom's car. And it worked!! Also at toyota a female mechanic helped me get an employee discount on the coolant. I guess she wanted me to do maintenance on her too. THANK YOU! YOU SAVED ME A LOT OF MONEY.. BLESS YOU GOOD SIR!

[@averagemaintenance3875]

I'm glad to know I have saved you money, and all worked well for you. Now you can use the money you saved for dinner with Toyota mechanic..

[@mgomez5606]

How much is Toyota coolant?

[@averagemaintenance3875]

@mgomez5606 I don't remember the exact price, but it was in the 30s. I got it from the dealership, which is a little bit more. You can check out Amazon or other online options.

[@averagemaintenance3875]

After car driven 100 miles, there is no issues. Runs well. I think I am good for next 50k miles at least, even though can be earlier due to inexpensive and easy way to do it.

[@DuckMcDuckinson]

Hey man do you have any idea where the IAC valve is on these 2ARFE engines?

[@averagemaintenance3875]

@@DuckMcDuckinson I searched my self on Google and would suggest you do the same, so you can see different results and see is it any help to you. I searched like " IAC valve Toyota Camry". Good luck.

[@tundedamian]

Thank you for this video, it’s very educative.

[@averagemaintenance3875]

Thank you for watching.

[@davidking5490]

Wow I was going to take my car in but now I think I will do it myself. Thanks to this video

[@averagemaintenance3875]

Glad to hear that.Thank you.

[@GenX_US_Marine]

Changing the main fluids Coolant, Oil, and Transmission on these Camry's is very simple. I always advise people to learn how to do the fluids yourself because it's simple. No use to spending 300 dollars and wasting your hard earn money.

[@stevesurprenant1005]

I just did my 2011 Camry and the drain plug was stuck! It took quite a while to use vice grips to loosen it as there was no room to work. But I followed your steps and it worked out. Thank you.

[@averagemaintenance3875]

You are welcome. Sometimes it takes a little longer, but it is worth it. Now you know, all is well.

[@mgomez5606]

Steve, what coolant did you use?

[@stevesurprenant1005]

​@@mgomez5606 I used NAPA pink with Toyota on front

[@nazarettos6987]

Love your videos, very meticulous

[@averagemaintenance3875]

Thank you. Looks like you have pretty interesting channels, yourself. I will make sure to check it out.

[@valjean2036]

You did good job and you made it easy to do. Im doing mine and alot of vids are complicated

[@averagemaintenance3875]

Thank you for watching. I am glad it will help you.

[@jakebrandystapleton7062]

The videos that I have seen are telling people that they have to Jack the car up and take off that plastic piece underneath. Thank you for your video it's very informative

[@averagemaintenance3875]

@@jakebrandystapleton7062 I am glad it helps. Thank you.

[@mikalok]

Thank you, this was very helpful

[@averagemaintenance3875]

I am glad it helped. Thank you for watching.

[@brianezzell7005]

Great job! Thank you!

[@averagemaintenance3875]

Thank you for watching.

[@stevesurprenant1005]

Nice explanation. That helps a great deal.

[@averagemaintenance3875]

Glad to hear that.

[@0ldtablet]

well done and thanks for sharing !

[@averagemaintenance3875]

Thank you too!

[@fazliddinmakhmadkulov2087]

Thank you, that's very helpful ❤❤

[@averagemaintenance3875]

Thank you for watching and kind comment.

[@stevensevek6151]

High heat is good but you don't need the fan on high. It will circulate better and open the thermostat quicker if the fan is on low or even off. The heater core works like a small radiator. If you keep the heater fan off then the engine will get to operating temperature sooner.

[@averagemaintenance3875]

Thank you for watching and comment. Makes sense, good to know.

[@earlgreco8636]

Thanks for sharing your knowledge.

[@averagemaintenance3875]

You are welcome, and thank you for watching and liking it.

[@PaulCyclist]

Great job

[@averagemaintenance3875]

Thank you.

[@sagarkamalakar3917]

very informative video👍

[@averagemaintenance3875]

Thank you.

[@oibal60]

THANKS!

[@averagemaintenance3875]

Thank you for watching.

[@jameswhite1319]

Thanks for sharing

[@averagemaintenance3875]

Thank you for watching.

[@gmzx3]

I used to flush my Toyota's coolant with the hose and the engine running, but then I could no longer get the Toyota red coolant concentrated. If I used the 50/50 version, I'd have too much water left in the cooling system when done. I now do it as you do and get most of it changed but not 100% as before. Wash spilled coolant with a hose as it can kill animals that like it's sweet taste. Recycle the used coolant responsibly.

[@averagemaintenance3875]

Thank you for watching and advice.

[@gmzx3]

Good advice if you use full strength coolant. Toyota stopped sellling that. I actually used Prestone version in full strength but I tend to stick to manufacturers version ax I know there will be no compatibility issues. Worth the extra cost to me.

[@malikrfreagrtor2917]

Very good

[@averagemaintenance3875]

Thank you.

[@k0yw79]

thanks

[@rojlanz7432]

Hello! How many quarts did you use to refill it completely? Do I need to max all fans, thermostat? How would I know if there are no more air trapped inside? Thank you!

[@averagemaintenance3875]

Thank you for watching. I used around 5 quarts of coolant. Yes, max the heat on defroster to reach operating temperature. While you running your engine air will escape and you will see bubbles when that happens. Add coolant to the top of radiator each time. I did add coolant 4-5 times. Once you reach operating temperature all air should escape. If you want to make sure all air is out, keep your engine running longer. I did 20 minutes you can run it for at least 30 minutes, but best thing is look into your dashboard to see are you at daily operating level. Do not forget to check the level after driving it for 20-30 miles or 20-30minutes of idling. I did this procedure at 77436 miles and now my wife has 78677. There was no any problems. Good luck.

[@user-lg5dt2of7u]

I have a Toyota Camry 09 LE and Engine Coolant Filler Neck is leaking coolant as soon as I turn on my car. I tried looking online to order that specific piece but I can’t find it anywhere. Sorry this question has nothing to do with the video but I’m not sure what my next steps would be

[@averagemaintenance3875]

I understand. There's no need to be sorry. I appreciate that you watched my video and wanted to do a job yourself. As for part finding, I have question, are you talking about reservoir filler neck or radiator? If you need a reservoir, try search under "coolant reservoir toyota camry LE 2009". I found this among many options: www.carparts.com/details/Toyota/Camry/Replacement/Coolant_Reservoir/2009/REPT161306.html?TID=gglpla&origin=pla&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAgqGrBhDtARIsAM5s0_ltPzupS-wP9lR9T8WE0Q6Zhn2MmX2gr5foYUrXXBxTuF-Iachqe0caAoIHEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds Walmart and Auto zone have it if you close to anyone of those.

[@jakebrandystapleton7062]

attention average maintenance:I have the same drainer plug on my 2011 Toyota Camry and I am trying to remove it so I can add new coolant to my whole radiator, The plug is very tight I don't know if I'm doing something wrong. Help

[@averagemaintenance3875]

To avoid bigger problem, be patient with it, to not brake it. It is plastic and too much of force could be bad. Try do it when engine coolant is cold and spray it with WD40, or some other penetrator. Give some time to penetrator to loosen up. Good luck.

[@jakebrandystapleton7062]

@@averagemaintenance3875 I appreciate it, thank you so much. Hope you have a good night sir

[@ericnwachukwu]

What if under the car starts leaking? I followed all steps in the right order.

[@averagemaintenance3875]

Make sure that is not spill of coolant. Dry all around best you can and try to locate exact leak spot. It could be drain plug on bottom of radiator. Needs to be tight. Also check that you did not accidentally puncture hose or radiator. Good luck.

[@ryancolomy5207]

Where did you order the coolant from?

[@averagemaintenance3875]

I purchased it at local Toyota dealer.

[@adventureswithrojoandoso9252]

Has your Camry given you any issues

[@averagemaintenance3875]

Not at all. All is well.

[@frankmontez6853]

Why does owners manual say it’s got 7.5 quarts capacity but only drains out much less ?

[@averagemaintenance3875]

Mechanics and Dealers, if you can trust them, can flush the complete transmission. I wanted to post my way for people to see how one can refresh fluid by doing my procedure 2-4 times based on the condition of fluid and not only to save some money but also to have pease of mind.

[@frankmontez6853]

@@averagemaintenance3875 well I did it. Yes a complete flush could replace all the coolant but I suppose it’s good enough for now. Thing is I bought 2 gallons of the pink stuff the Toyota coolant. They’ll still be good for a long while?

[@averagemaintenance3875]

@frankmontez6853 I was thinking about transmission when I replied, but you commented on coolant. Sorry. It is also good refreshment the way I did it. Flushing is hard in a small garage, but at least you know what you have done. And if you do it a couple of times, than it should be good for a long time.

[@shapho4056]

You find this Camry gives you a lot of wind noise when you drive? I also get this effect when I put the back windows down like there's a thumping noise because the wind doesn't channel out well

[@averagemaintenance3875]

I can feel some noise around windows when on highways. I don't put wi down down over 35 miles anyway due to thumping noise.

[@shapho4056]

@@averagemaintenance3875 yup, I find it's when I go over 40mph with the back windows down it's a really loud thumping..I think it's called the Helmholtz Resonance..so I have to crack the front windows. I also find the wind is just loud with the windows closed. Like louder than most cars imo

[@averagemaintenance3875]

@@shapho4056 You are right. My wife had an Audi A6 before this camry, and she said that she likes reliability of Camry over Audi. We had a lot of repairs by mecanic on Audi because I could not do anything myself, while I can maintain Camry myself. A little less of comfort versus reliability is what is driving my wife and me.

[@shapho4056]

@@averagemaintenance3875 ha almost the exact same situation! Was in a Mercedes (comfort) and went to a Camry (reliability)

[@BeyondAverageSkilled]

is 1 gallon enough?

[@averagemaintenance3875]

You can do one gallon, if you take one gallon out. I wanted to drain as much as possible and replace same amount.

[@mikezterspage]

That's pretty insane that you have a 10 year old car with only 77,000 miles. My 2010 has 175000 miles lol

[@averagemaintenance3875]

My wife works very close to home, that is why. Toyotas are meant to drive long like yours because of how durable they are.

[@nicksander8857]

my camry too lol. 2009 with 171K.

[@averagemaintenance3875]

@@nicksander8857 Looks like if you do all your required maintenance these cars can run long time.

[@mission2paradise65]

My Toyota Camry is 2011 still running on 283000 miles

[@averagemaintenance3875]

@@mission2paradise65 That is really amazing. Good job.

[@troxistmajin8740]

Only 77,436 miles driven

[@averagemaintenance3875]

My wife work is very close.

[@AustinDuruzor]

Can I use just water as a coolant as well?

[@averagemaintenance3875]

I would not. With coolant there is no sediments build up which eventually causes leaks and in winter coolant prevents freezing. A lot of people suggest distilled water vs. tap water when mixing concentrated coolant to prolong the engine life.

[@AustinDuruzor]

@@averagemaintenance3875 thank you so much...this is very helpful information. Cheers.

[@averagemaintenance3875]

@@AustinDuruzor Glad to help. Thank you for watching and sharing.

[@darcelsmall8498]

@@averagemaintenance3875 last guy who worked in my malibu said I could use water but today I bought a Camry so everything changed

[@gmzx3]

Water will cool very well but it lacks corrosion protection for different metal types that will react galvanically. Coolant also helps with water pump lubrication that.50/50 water/coolant will provide.

[@navjotsingh1863]

How much cost coolant for camry 2010 le?

[@averagemaintenance3875]

I don't remember, after a couple of years, my exact price, but you can find original Toyota coolant, premixed 50/50 on Amazon for $36.00.

[@navjotsingh1863]

Can u get it from canadian tire? Which one?

[@averagemaintenance3875]

@@navjotsingh1863 I don't understand your question. What is Canadian tire?

[@navjotsingh1863]

Which country are you in?

[@averagemaintenance3875]

@@navjotsingh1863 I am in USA.

[@ItsYoYoHo]

Does this car eats up motor oil?

[@averagemaintenance3875]

Not in my case.

[@shapho4056]

I've read that that could be the tcv valve

[@mikhailvershinin2292]

Yes if previous owner did not do oil @5,000 miles that is what causes oil consumption.

[@laviebanale]

This video is terrible. Do not use this video as a reference or a DIY. This guy missed steps and he was wrong abt certain things.

[@SmartWentCrazy]

Like what?

[@laviebanale]

@@SmartWentCrazy watch other videos and you’ll see a big difference.

[@SmartWentCrazy]

@@laviebanale I saw another one where they just drained the butterfly valve and then from another hose?

[@snowy7236]

The way shown in this video half of the old coolant was left unchanged. In the 4 cylinder Camry there is 1 drain bolt in the engine block, and in the 6 cylinder Camrys there are 2 drain bolts. After draining old coolant a good practice is to do the 1st re-fill with just a distilled water and drive a car for a day or two and drain all that water again before final filling with a coolant. Also cheaper is to buy a concentrated Toyota coolant. In Canada it costs $3 more for a gallon compared to 50/50 pre-mix.

[@shapho4056]

@@snowy7236 when you mix the coolant are you supposed to mix with distilled water? Also I have the 4 cylinder can I just do the butterfly valve approach like this video shows?

[@saintserg9571]

Thanks for sharing

[@averagemaintenance3875]

You are welcome. Thank you for watching.