How to Replace Coolant Drain & Fill Tacoma 3rd Gen

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UPDATE: please be very cautious if you choose to drain the block as well. Only torque to 9 ft-lbs. Breaking this piece is a bad day for everyone. If you do not drain block you can do a radiator drain and fill 2-3 times for same effect. Let coolant throughly cycle between each drain and fill. Note credit to: JoeCova and MGMDesertTaco of Tacoma World

[@teamoildrop]

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[@rileyescalle4173]

Team Oil Drop - I hope all is well with you! Do you have a video of doing a whole coolant job, replacing thermostat etc? If not, I would love to send you some product if you would be interested.

[@teamoildrop]

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[@graysonm6689]

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[@teamoildrop]

Maybe one day! until then stayin humble and maintained! Thanks for the words - Tyler

[@teamoildrop]

1 yr update… getting closer!!

[@teamoildrop]

1 yr and 1 month update. We did it my brother, we have ascended

[@stewp.3298]

It seems this is the only vid that actually does a full coolant change, the other guys talk and do nothing helpful! Thanks

[@teamoildrop]

If they talk for 8 minutes then they are hitting their monetization goals 🙄 glad I could help!

[@stewp.3298]

@@teamoildrop You rock!!!

[@jmyers6175]

Plan on doing this at 30k. Use only Toyota factory pink coolant. For 21 tacoma.Glad there is a block drain. Very good video 🍻

[@teamoildrop]

Thank you and agreed! The Toyota SLLC is quality.

[@miguelgumulak8084]

Y’all do a great job on getting to the point and being 100 informative while being as close to the owners manual as possible. Great videos too, love the edits and music

[@teamoildrop]

Thank you Miguel! Welcome to the team 🍻

[@davidsendelbach9353]

Just bought my first Tacoma (and first car on my own). I can tell this video is something I am going to be looking back at often. Thank you!

[@teamoildrop]

Welcome to the team! 🍻

[@Pawnfaz409]

Just bought a 3/8 ryobi brushless ratchet wrench. Can't wait to do this. Love how much at ease these videos make the job feel.

[@thepokerpilotapp]

What a wonderful library of videos you’ve created. In under 40 minutes of watching an owner has everything they need to keep their truck running like new. Here’s a few suggestions for down the road. Throttle body clean MAF clean Brake cleaning, front Front break replacement Rear brake replacement PCV replacement Brake bleed and fluid replacement Power steering fluid replacement Water pump/thermostat replacement Starter replacement Center bearing support, driveshaft

[@teamoildrop]

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[@teamoildrop]

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[@teamoildrop]

All in good time! Thanks brother

[@kevinromero3990]

I’m so glad you happen to do videos on a Tacoma 🙌🏼 you help a lot. Thanks!

[@teamoildrop]

My pleasure! Thanks for the words

[@ryoung6725]

I spent all day looking for how to do this, and I am one of your subscribers lol. I should have checked with you first. Even the Car Care Nut doesn't show how to do this. Thanks again for the detail!!

[@teamoildrop]

Happy to help, and happy wrench turning!

[@StevePesh91]

this is the best channel for tacoma maintenance i will for sure be using these techniques on my 23 trd pro

[@teamoildrop]

Love it brother, beautiful truck! Welcome to the team! 🍻

[@jorgeortiz7612]

Thank you brother, watched this video months ago, finally got around to doing this and with this video for backup this pm went smooth !

[@teamoildrop]

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Love to hear it. That’s what I’m going for! No monologuing and unnecessary opinions. I’ve got a number of videos still to make in the coming weeks!

[@chrisnunley4866]

I’ve taken a pic of my empty reservoir! I’ll hold onto it for when yal need it for the giveaway. Also, GREAT tip on the knobs for the skid plate. I got those & installed them using some thick plastic washers instead of stacked metal washers, helps out the worry of losing washers.

[@teamoildrop]

@@chrisnunley4866 giveaway info was just posted here in the original post www.tacomaworld.com/threads/3rd-gen-maintenance-maps-swing-by-new-stuff.789809/

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[@teamoildrop]

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[@teamoildrop]

Thank you brother! Love to hear it and welcome to the team! 🍻

[@garybaldwin1061]

Thanks for another great video. Based on your videos I did both differentials and transfer case a couple days ago....piece of cake. Your old coolant looked pretty clean!

[@teamoildrop]

Thank you! Love to hear it. It definitely did but quality of a fluid is not always visible to us. It definitely could have run longer though!

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[@scarygary3569]

Got my new team oil drip maintenance poster...SWEET! Looks like this will be job 1.

[@teamoildrop]

Nice!! Greg the Editor

[@Obee270]

This was super helpful. Thanks. The only thing I did different was remove the passenger side front wheel for easier access.

[@teamoildrop]

Thanks! And that’s a good idea for sure if you don’t wanna link every extension in the world together

[@terryosowski8143]

Or just turn the wheel all the way to the left allowing more room to get under the wheel well

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[@teamoildrop]

Thanks! I'll be home in a few weeks and back at it! - Tyler

[@donaldstogner9518]

Thanks for the video. I looked for the drain cock on the engine and never could find it. That thing is hidden. Keep up the good work!

[@teamoildrop]

Isn’t it hidden deep?? My pleasure

[@donaldstogner9518]

@@teamoildrop It is insane where Toyota put it. :)

[@jonsutubechannel]

Thanks dude! appreciate the help! I like how everything was filmed and straight to the point! Subscribed! Also, do I have to drain the engine block? I dont have that many extenders. I will go buy some if I have too though

[@teamoildrop]

Thanks man! Always appreciate the words. You don’t have to drain the block, just know you’ll only be getting about 30% out at a time from the rad therefore you’ll be doing it a 3 or so times to get a good flush. Completely okay and some would argue safer to go this route as there are those who fear breaking the drain on the block.

[@jonsutubechannel]

I changed at 101xxx and the old stuff didn’t look much different at all! Good stuff

[@Paddockguys]

Hahaha dude you are awesome describing it hahaha. Love about the bbq favorite cup

[@teamoildrop]

Glad you liked it! Greg the Editor

[@thepokerpilotapp]

Another awesome video. What size tubing, ID, are you using to drain the radiator? I’m assuming the same tubing is used for draining the engine block? Question- might it be easier to do this earlier, say at 30k miles, and just drain the radiator and overflow reservoir? This way you are investing new coolant more often, approximately 1 gallon, and sidestepping the need to open up that engine block plug. This would be similar to performing a tranny drain and refill every 15k miles to introduce some clean fluid to mix with the older fluid.

[@teamoildrop]

You know… it’s the same tube I just pop off my bottle pump, thus justifying the residual tranny fluid in it in the first scene. As long as the interior diameter is 9mm you’re gonna be good! As for the more frequent mini flushes. I’m all for it, but wouldn’t do it myself simply because the block drain is hidden but by no means hard to access (as long as you have extensions) and you’ll still have to burp anyway. I would never knock someone for draining 30% more frequent then 70%, kind’ve a tomato tomato user preference deal I’d say

[@fodera0915]

Awesome Vid

[@teamoildrop]

Thanks! Glad you stuck around!

[@baseballdipper111]

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[@teamoildrop]

There is a 110% chance you are correct ha!

[@joycegiasson1396]

good teacher

[@teamoildrop]

Giving you rear brakes in the next day or so. Just finished filming!

[@gregd4391]

Great video. Thanks. The dealership wanted $220 to change coolant. My only concern with doing this work was, the 10mm bolt for the block drain was very tight. I was concerned that the bolt was going to break.

[@teamoildrop]

Good work; that is definitely something you don’t want to break, but at least it’s done!

[@tim3308]

Jack! LOL!

[@kyleguthrie4598]

Have you considered doing a video on how to flush the heater core?

[@teamoildrop]

Heater core is flushed when the radiator is flushed Greg the Editor

[@cory5233]

Do you squeeze the driver side radiator hose with the engine running? I thought it would be dangerous sticking your hand in there with the belts going.

[@teamoildrop]

I definitely did, it’s not exactly the “safe” move but many of us do it. Work it at your own risk.

[@2kjOU3oZxbiox82]

Did you get any Maintenance Required warning lights come on? Its going to be my Tacomas first coolant change

[@teamoildrop]

I did not!

[@goodtalker]

Hello Sir. Roy, from Yuma, Arizona. I was wondering if the engine block drain is really all that necessary when changing the coolant in my 2019 Tacoma. The last vehicle I ever worked on, regularly, was a 1979 CJ-7 straight six. Usually, once per year, I would drain all the fluid out, grab some cheap coolant and non-tap water, then a six pack and hall ass all day long. Probably don't want to do that today. Your thought? Much appreciated.

[@teamoildrop]

Draining the block isn't completely necessary. But, do keep in mind, you won't get all the old coolant out. I do believe I have done that once to twice back in the day. Certainly not recommended now. Thanks for the comments and the question, appreciate ya Greg the Editor

[@goodtalker]

Thanks sir. Have a nice day.

[@teamoildrop]

Thanks, you as well Greg the Editor

[@yezkaholic]

Is draining the block really detrimental? I mean there cant be more than 8oz in there right. I just dont have the 30" extension

[@teamoildrop]

You’d be just fine without doing it. Also, nice AoE reference…

[@tylerexperience8704]

Question for you the hose for the block drain what size hose was it?

[@teamoildrop]

Same hose size I used on the rad. 9mm/.35” interior if I recall correctly. Listed in the parts required part of video too.

[@michael88h]

What kind of coolant do you run. I have some pink/red in mine but idk what that is.

[@teamoildrop]

I use Toyota SLLC, Check the beginning of the video and it’ll tell you all you need. Don’t use another color!

[@roomservicetaco]

Do you recommend changing the radiator hoses and cap at the same time as a precaution?

[@teamoildrop]

I personally see no reason to unless you see some dry rot on hoses or other wear. My 2016 has lived in some rough environments and did not need.

[@roomservicetaco]

@@teamoildrop Thanks. Really appreciate the advice. These videos and the maintenance map you put together are fantastic. Thanks for doing it!

[@dfed842]

does this apply to the 2GR-FKS 6 cal. engine (2018 Highlander)?

[@teamoildrop]

While sporting the same engine, I don’t want to say without experience the the cooling system is IDENTICAL. It likely is, but please do your own research. As for basic procedure of a coolant drain and fill, these steps are practically universal.

[@orangeblood307]

Do you have to drain it? Cant just top it off with new coolant into the existing coolant?

[@teamoildrop]

Your truck (hopefully) is not leaking coolant therefore it shouldn’t have room to add more unless you drain some. You could just do a radiator drain and add the amount you drained in the end.

[@XDgamer-lk8nf]

The Toyota coolant does it come premix 50:50?

[@teamoildrop]

Toyota SLLC (super long life coolant) is premixed ready to go!

[@DrippinginSarcasm]

so if i bleed once and swap to this coolant, do I have to bleed every time? Aren't i just topping off the same coolant type?

[@teamoildrop]

If you drain the radiator and the block, you will need to bleed the coolant system. Once the system is bled, the expansion tank will act as the reservoir to ensure the system is full. Greg the Editor

[@crush9197]

Thank god I only have 1000 miles. Cuz I don’t have that many extensions 😂

[@teamoildrop]

a day may come when your wife asks you why you bought x3 of the same thing

[@kevinmeraz1566]

Question at 1:18 do you have to engine block drain? 🤔 and how much quarts does it take?

[@teamoildrop]

You don't have to drain the block. You could just drain the 3 qts from the radiator and do the rest of the process. However, your new coolant will mix with your old coolant and you'll only be about 30% fresher. You could do this multiple times similar to a transmission drain and fill. Burp every time!

[@kevinmeraz1566]

@@teamoildrop question that engine block drain can you get it from underneath instead of the passenger side fender?

[@teamoildrop]

@@kevinmeraz1566 maybe... with very long skinny arms. I did not even attempt honestly.

[@scarygary3569]

Hey I'm noticing a ton of overflow and splashing going on? I've always been super careful to not get this stuff on things but if you aren't sweating it,what am I missing? Hosing down after or ???

[@teamoildrop]

It does make a bit of a mess, but it doesn't cause paint damage or anything. It's rather easily washed and rinsed off. Greg the Editor

[@scarygary3569]

@@teamoildrop 10-4 sounds good to me

[@BlaineSword]

Where can I get this .35" hose? What fraction size hose should I look for? No .35" at home depot

[@teamoildrop]

It’s linked in the pinned comment and description!

[@BlaineSword]

Thank you. Can i ask also... do you agree with using fuel cleaners like additives to your gas tank?

[@reaksmeymaranda2341]

I have a question,If the coolant is drained from the block without removing thermostat how could you fill coolant back in the block with coolant before starting the engine? Do you not damage the engine to run the engine without coolant in it?

[@tedeganagondi]

Use an spill proof funnel no harm will happen unless your engine is hot already.Coolant will start to circulate already until it reaches operating temprature

[@teamoildrop]

Keep in mind that coolant will flow into the engine block from the lower radiator hosed past the water pump. The engine block will be mostly full. The Editor

[@jonkirkwood469]

Isn't coolant flow to the heater core always in-line? None of the vehicles I've owned controlled coolant flow to the heater core. The controls moved a damper to direct or stop air flow across the heater core.

[@teamoildrop]

You are correct, thank you for your addition. Greg the Editor

[@chongher95]

What size is your drain hole tube?

[@teamoildrop]

I put it in the what’s required intro for ya!

[@hardkombucha]

After watching this you definitely should just get a burp funnel. Makes it so much easier and cleaner.

[@teamoildrop]

Being that most owners will do this 0-1 times in the life of their truck ownership I just saw no need 🤷‍♂️

[@hardkombucha]

@@teamoildrop I will be doing it soon on my 2018 Tacoma. Currently at 97k miles, got the funnel and the coolant ready to go.

[@teamoildrop]

@@hardkombucha love to hear it, the burp funnel will make this a breeze

[@jleatherwood2286]

DO A BRAKE FLUID FLUSH W ABS VIDEO PLEASE.

[@teamoildrop]

I do owe us some brake videos... They are on the to-do list in the not-so-distant future - Tyler

[@leatherwoodjay]

@@teamoildrop That would be awesome! I just did my 30k flush, at 50k and now my pedal is a little spongey on the first push, then firm on the 2nd push. Apparently there is a fairly complicated procedure that requires a scanner while bleeding to allow abs to also purge air.....ugh! THANK YOU FOR YOUR VIDEOS! THEY ARE VERY HELPFUL!!

[@megahurts2]

Anyone ever notice that the brand new pink coolant has sparkles in it? (Sort of like if fiberglass bits got in the coolant)

[@teamoildrop]

Have not noticed that......will take a look Thanks Greg the Editor

[@megahurts2]

@@teamoildrop I took a video of it, as it was so weird to me, and I can post it in your Tacomawold thread 👍. Also thanks for all the great videos!

[@scarygary3569]

OK so I 100% will not return to any social media nonsense EXCEPT i am going to join TOD discord...for obvious reasons as well as its not really social media like the others and I always seem to need someone's help when doing any maintenance on my 2016 that I've owned for year 2 now. As I begin to do my coolant I'm stifled and have a question. When turning the 10mm on the engine block drain,the actual drain stem is turning with the nut...I'm assuming it's NOT supposed to? HELP and I'll see yall on discord soon enuf✌️

[@teamoildrop]

Wait.....so the entire drain cock is backing out? Greg

[@scarygary3569]

Yeep,I'm so lucky😅

[@tambosnipes1652]

😂 ahh mman you dont turn on the heater, your turn the dial of tour heater to maximum heat but you dont turn it on meaning the fan it actually takes long to heat like this! Tou also need the speacial funnel that helps burp the system , once the engine fans kicks on you know your good for the butp the system

[@teamoildrop]

Attention to detail is key. You have a point, the temp is indeed maxed, however, the fan being on won't increase the engine's warm up length by any major amount of time. Yes, you can buy a $40 special funnel.....or you can mod one you already have. Great additions/suggestions, Thanks Greg the Editor

[@derekp6636]

And there's another 100 bucks added to the shopping list for 2 gallons of coolant.....

[@teamoildrop]

Just say to yourself “I’m saving hundreds vs the dealership doing it” and then you can smile again 😂

[@crisgladwil]

Spanish language please

[@teamoildrop]

Will work on that idea. Possibly a version with Spanish subtitles? Greg