Coolant Replacement on Toyota's New Dynamic Force Engine | DIY Without a Scan Tool

[@damiangrouse4564]

I think Armando mainly drove that far to be sure of a job well done…

[@mosesbrown30]

Okay! Call me back! Pat

[@damiangrouse4564]

@@mosesbrown30 meaningless.

[@MyNameJeff-ck4sb]

Exactly why I would drive that far too.

[@troy3456789]

I do not blame Armando one tiny bit, not in the very least. Different shops go through technicians like underwear.

[@bradleylee7311]

Thank you Armando

[@jgomez7061]

I would drive 2.5 hrs if I knew I the job was going to be done right and I wasn’t going to be scammed. Thanks Armando!

[@richardmoncebaiz7930]

Hello AMD, you seem to make certain diy jobs look easy. I know other big jobs need to be handled by a certified masterToyota technician but showing us some of the jobs we can tackle by ourselves by reviewing your KZbin videos is brilliant. Anyway thanks Armando! Arriba!

[@mosesbrown30]

Did ! Luv Pat

[@mosesbrown30]

Love Pat

[@jayg6335]

Thank you Armando!

[@kaafromoz]

TY AMD a great informative video, and TY Armando for allowing us to see your lovely Toyota being treated by our favourite Master Tech AMD. Keep Safe Keep Strong Mate 🦘🦘🦘🚗🚗🚗

[@islesrule123]

Can you do a video for the 2GR-FKS coolant? Thank you in advance!

[@jamesg6792]

I traded my 2018 Camry SE in February for a new Tacoma. I love my truck as i just feel its a solid vehicle. My 2018 Camry was an awesome car and that engine despite how much technology is built into it was absolutely flawless in performance during my time of ownership. I love Toyota and AMD thanks for the awesome videos. I only wish all technicians were as meticulous and professional as you.

[@rayemanuel7460]

Thank you Armando for making me realize how lucky I am to own my 2012 Corolla with 150K. Simple car to own, maintain, and drive. Still has a dipstick for the transmission so fluid changes are easy. No undercarriage plastic piece to remove before doing any oil or coolant changes. Being paid off for years is also a great plus.

[@MrCorvette5lovers]

Thank you Armando!!

[@jonathantorres8865]

Yep old toyotas are easy to maintain and fix and they don't break as the new models.

[@jesusquezada7996]

Ahmed, Can you please make a video on how to change the coolant on a 2018 Seinna with the 2GR FKS engine. I've been waiting for to make that video, Thank You!

[@leyland9999]

Very informative, as always! And thank you Armando, greetings from Hekelingen, The Netherlands.

[@RealWorldGarage]

Thank you Armando, and AMD!!! Is that 8 spd the same as what’s in my 21 Highlander?? Much love and respect as always!!

[@TheCarCareNut]

Hi! Yes it’s exactly the same as your highlander

[@papajanian]

Thank you for sharing, and thank you ARMANDO for driving all the distance just to keep your car in good hands. 👍

[@elkabong11]

Can this method be used on the 2GR-FKS engine? I'm at 80k miles and anxious to do it soon.

[@TheCarCareNut]

Hi! It doesn’t but when I get one with the 2gr-FKS I’ll film it

[@coloradoboo1071]

Thanks for the tips…I’ve had that cool filler for years but putting a little hose on the drain tube is a new tip!! When I just did my Tundra, I was afraid to mess with the block drains so just did the radiator and will do it, again, before fall. (A gallon and a half came out and it looked very clean.)

[@andytong1988]

What about the coolant inside the funnel after bleeding? Is it gonna go down the radiator?

[@yunieskerjoseespinosamarre1174]

Thank you Armando!!! Lucky you are; I can not drive from Europe 🌍🤣🤣🤣, otherwise I I would be taking my rav4😁. Thanks for the video!! Just the way you have spoiled us: always super!!!

[@chrisczarnik3439]

Thank you Armando, it was a good choice choosing a best quality and trustworthy technician. I would do the same except I live in Australia 🇦🇺. It is a pleasure to watch a car nut technician at work and explaining steps he is taking along the job. 10++++👍👍👍👍👍 From Brisbane, Australia.

[@danieltico2604]

I’ve been waiting for this video, its very informative and it helps a lot, thank you, you are the best mechanic on here. Thank you Armando for bringing the car in so we can learn a thing or two.

[@riceburner4747]

Thank u Armando! Very nice car! I dont have this engine OR car, but jst love Toyotas! Great job as usual Ahmed! I love learning! 👍

[@arkrainflood]

one HUGE problem i have heard from mechanics is the draincock breakoff when attempting to open OR leaking after opening then closing. they recommend removing the lower hose clamp and draining that way. the draincocks are typically plastic and rarely if ever operated for many years. the plastic becomes brittle from heat cycling and the o-ring gets stuck which results that it is damaged when the valve is opened.

[@robertomulero514]

Well the male end of the radiator where the lower hose connects to is also plastic and prone to cracking or leaking when you try to remove a stuck hose from it. So either way, you're potentially screwed. Lol

[@arkrainflood]

@@robertomulero514 a tip to removing a coolant hose is to relocate the hose clamp to the very end of the hose, even to the point where only half the clamp width is on the hose, then operate the vehicle until it reaches operating temperature. the increased pressure will cause the hose end to balloon out which unsticks the hose end from the connector. otherwise as you mentioned, the twisting of the hose might very well damage the connector. even if one is trying to replace the hose and uses a knife and pliers to pull it off, the connector can also be damaged.

[@TheCarCareNut]

Usually they only break when they haven’t been opened for a very long time like 10 years or more or if the car overheated before

[@oibal60]

Yup, when I 'drained & refilled' the coolant, I was gentle with the plastic. I smeared some Molykote 111 on the o-ring. Good to go. Zero leaks.

[@mitomr.twiceasnice4358]

Just what I needed to know. Thanks AMD. Many blessings

[@MrD1maS]

Thank you Armando and AMD! I have couple questions: 1. What is a meaning of cooling fun turning on? Is it evidence of thermostat operating? 2. You didn't run engine 3 times at 3000 rpm for 10 second.

[@riceburner4747]

Im gonna guess to make sure it reaches proper temperature & so coolant gets into all parts. 😉

[@TheCarCareNut]

Hi! When the fan comes on it’s a guarantee that the thermostat has opened. And revving the engine up to 3000 rpm for 10 seconds through experience didn’t do anything

[@hss8973]

Thank you Armando and Ahmed. I'll be taking my 2014 Toyota Highlander for a coolant and transmission fluid exchange, luckily I'm only 40 minutes from your shop.

[@snakejuice4300]

Hi AMD, you don’t seem to have a coolant replace/proper bleed video for a 2-AR-FE. Would really appreciate if you did one and I’m sure you’d get a ton of views as those engines get to that 5 year service interval.

[@dave7296]

Hi armondo, thanks for all your great videos I never miss one, I just bought a 2022 camry 2.5 l , what's your view on the electric water pump and power steering pump, will they last A long time, im worried it will cost alot to replace them

[@TheCarCareNut]

Hi! The electric water pump lasts a good amount of time likely more than the mechanical one and your car has electric power steering and the motors are also far more reliable than the previous hydraulic systems

[@test40323]

Thanks to Armando we get to watch this demo. Question: isn't transmission fluid level temperature sensitive?

[@TheCarCareNut]

Yes it is. Watch the other video for explanation and exact process to check the fluid level.

[@turkeyssr]

Thank you Armando. I hope he brought you some cheese too or something!

[@DJ-gh4dg]

Thanks Armando! 👍🏼👍🏼 This was a very educational video. Been very curious about these A25 engines.

[@kenty6973]

TIS said to maintain 3,000 RPM, your video showed to maintain 2,000 RPM. Would you please shield some light on me? Thank you!

[@bruceo9937]

When performing coolant replacement, don’t you need to drain coolant from the engine block as well? Or is just draining coolant from the radiator sufficient for such purpose?

[@jay-em]

If these Toyotas are anything like my Honda, only a small fraction of the coolant is in the block and it's not worth the hassle to drain, especially if the drain bolt is in a hard to reach location and seized due to heat cycles.

[@TheCarCareNut]

This engine doesn’t have a block drain

[@anwalt693]

Thank you Armando! And good choice of mechanic. Too bad I can't make a similar trip -- I would do it! But I'm 8 hours away.

[@mitchellbarnow1709]

Thank you so much Armando!

[@naseemmughal9939]

Please I need your help I have 2003 SR5 V6,4Runner is taking lot of gas miles I just charge d air filter but still Iam loosing mileage naseem

[@oriondragos5876]

Awesome upload from AMD. Just the video I’ve been waiting for when I need to change my coolant. Thank you sir!!!

[@peterseverin2379]

Thanks for sacrificing your Toyota Armando. Great video. Great work. Nice details for the DIYer.

[@raylegend808]

Great video, wish we had someone like you in the new York area. 😢

[@zainah3446]

I have a toyota Avalon 2006 limited Every time I try to reverse I hear grinding noise and then it goes away and then I reverse. Should I junk my car?

[@TheCarCareNut]

Hard to tell without diagnosis. Is it as soon as you shift into reverse?

[@zainah3446]

@@TheCarCareNut thank you for replying... yes it happens as soon as I reverse it sound more like buzzing. Thanks for Your great videos

[@martinlugus7242]

Thank you, Armando. Surprised how complicated the radiator fluid replacement process is.

[@Kandalf8989]

Hi AMD. And thanks to Armando. Just a question regarding transmission. when you should do first transmission oil change on Camry 8speed 2019?

[@MrD1maS]

60 000 miles (96 000 kms).

[@TheCarCareNut]

Hi! 60k miles or 6 years

[@johnleiker1242]

I think that there should be car car nut shops all over the country

[@omarrashidomany2247]

Thank you Armando and thank you AMD for this helpful video. Godbless!

[@josemoronta9955]

Thank you both. Armando you are true viewer and we appreciate you.

[@bobsapp807]

Wow 2.5 hrs that’s a long haul but the peace of mind knowing my car was properly fixed might be worth it

[@jaysmith179]

Lets get CCN channel to one million subs.

[@paulheiting6484]

With all of the plastic components of the Dynamic Force engines, has anyone been experiencing coolant leak issues? I am considering buying a Corolla, so feedback would be appreciated.

[@hass1337]

None what so ever just do not have a very heavy foot do not use a super thin oil if you live in very hot climate(any where above 25 degrees centigrade) use original Toyota oil if you can and keep very good maintenance and use high grade petrol and clean petrol from good reputable petrol stations 😊

[@We7hePeople]

Ty Armando

[@agamersworld4741]

Do you do this same procedure when u change ur water pump and thermostat?

[@fixcar111]

Thank you Armando! I am presently using this technique on a 2019 Rav4.

[@philipthompson8904]

Have 2018 camry but when the fan comes on it doest turn off. i have scanned and all system seems ok. changed the temperature sensor and still remains same. Cooling fan goes off only after a minute when engine turn off. Any help

[@61espo]

Normal….The fan should run for a minute or two after the engine is turned off… my sisters does the same thing…

[@FrankySilverFace]

Coolant low? Outside temp high? Low speed driving operation only? Mud caked on the front on the radiator?

[@TheCarCareNut]

Is the weather very hot? If it is that could be normal. Also is your AC running?

[@jdbbs1]

Thanks Armando… you are so good I’m almost thinking of driving from Connecticut .. lol ❤the channel

[@rightlanehog3151]

Thanks Armando! Gracias. Merci. Grazie. Danke. Tack. Arigato. 😁

[@seanpop2886]

Ahmed, I think you could step up production by having a magnetic mounted camera directly overhead. You know the parts and their exact look and location... Not everybody else does. Congratulations on the shop. Hope your departure from the dealership was cool and supportive. Yes. Thank you Armando!

[@anwalt693]

I agree with Sean Pop. More close-ups would be helpful, and also seeing things put back correctly. Just as an example of things that I know are done incorrectly all the time, show how to properly tighten oil filters, drain plugs or spark plugs. Too many guys wrench those things down excessively and create problems for themselves and others. In other words, don't hesitate to show us the nitty-gritty details. I think most of us are genuinely interested!

[@ianspooner2250]

I changed my coolant according to the video. I found my reservoir was empty. It's about half way between full and empty now. Thanks Armando.

[@markkrispin6944]

Thanks AMD for this great video.

[@daytonpyro]

thanks Armando. i don't even own a Toyota product, yet..

[@qm2092]

Another great video Ahmed. Props from South Carolina to you Armando. I’m big on DIY when it comes to taking care of my cars. Videos like this will help keep my 2019 Hybrid Camry in tip top shape

[@Hernsama]

How about the procedure for the 2020 corolla 2.0 engine

[@p6102zrfxe]

Thanks to Armando to make this video possible. Thank you AMD for another great video.

[@russtaylor385]

Thank you Armando for your efforts. I would do the same but I live in England! The video is needed as the Dynamic Force engines are becoming common. My new Yaris Cross has a 1.5 hybrid version and it sure looks different! Thanks also to Ahmed of course.

[@seriousfaith]

Thank you Armando! This will be helpful when I do my 2022 in a couple of years!

[@CharlesBridgTec]

Can you show the engine coolant drain and fill steps on a 2019 Toyota Sienna SE?

[@richardn5263]

Thank you, Armando! And thank you, AMD. Another great video from TCCN!

[@cr9484]

Thank you Armando and AMD. would you recommend a vaccumm coolant fill adapter to fill the coolant . I've used it on Prius wish have electric water pump, is there any difference? Many Blessings

[@TheCarCareNut]

Hi! Don’t use a vacuum fill on this engine as it has coolant valves that need to be opened otherwise you’ll have air in the system

[@andybailey6763]

Thanks Armando. Will be changing coolant in a 2019 Camry before my daughter makes a 500 mile trip to her university. Update after finishing. Be aware that it will take several minutes ( more than 10) to bleed the cooling system. Also, I found a clear overfill funnel and found that was much easier for watching the level in the funnel.

[@1bozo9]

Thanks for the video AMD and thanks to Armando for bringing it in.👍👍

[@jamesmartin1895]

as always, awesome vid - thank you Mr. Armando & AMD 😊👍

[@poluticon]

Thank you Armando! CCN, I have a question - I own the same car, how often should this service be done?

[@jaysmith179]

Transmission fluid every 60k miles or 6 years. Coolant every 50k or 5 years

[@TheCarCareNut]

Hi! If you plan to keep the car long every 50k miles or 5 years

[@bluecloudvapes9067]

I wanted to finally write to say thank you for all the videos you have shared. With your knowledge I have confidently taken care of my 2018 camry. Its approaching 90k miles and I'm a proud owner (possibly because my Toyota was build late 2018 - no trans issues). Keep up the good work. Best of luck with your new place.

[@mrmm7322]

I wish you are working in my area I would bring my 2020 Camry Xse model for service at your dealership because you are professional mechanic 👍👍👍👍👍

[@ibikunleimam393]

thank you Armando for allowing us see this DIY processs

[@anthonyszeto5508]

What about changing radiator fluid for a 5th gen 4runner? THx!

[@JB-he1jt]

Thanks Armando and AMD!! Great info like always 👍 👌

[@Dannyzerk]

Thank you AMD for the video, it was highly informative!!! I have one question, I currently own a 2019 Camry LE 4 cyl, getting close to 50k miles, and I do a long commute so I put a lot of miles on my car. When should the first coolant change be done, on 50k or 100k? I heard both numbers for the first time the coolant is changed so i wanted to make sure since I'm getting close to that 50k mark. Again thanks!

[@cadacabezaesunmundo6496]

He has a video HOW TO MAINTAIN YOU TOYOTA COOLANT AND TRANSMISSION PART 2. I think he suggests 60 000 miles.

[@2000thewoman]

I did mine at 95 K and it didnt look that dirty

[@armandogomez2677]

What are the conditions that are recommended be met to perform the coolant and transmission fluid changes? I have a 2018 xse 4cyl

[@TheCarCareNut]

Hi! Transmission fluid every 60k miles or 6 years. Coolant every 50k or 5 years

[@armandogomez2677]

@@TheCarCareNut thanks AMD

[@glengrandy2378]

Do you use Toyota brand transmission fluid or is there a better type? Same goes for coolant?

[@2405jacko]

@@glengrandy2378 AMD uses only Toyota product, nothing else in his shop. He mentioned that a few times in previous videos.

[@LAactor]

@@2405jacko Actually yes and no. Trans mandatory yes. Coolant. Yes. Preferably, yes. But some fluids that are prohibitively expensive for no good reason, he uses generic. Gear and brake.

[@ask43242flight]

I didn't see which hose you took off inside engine bay. A close view might be better. Thx

[@StormBringer-]

Wow I have 2 of those cars. 2019 RAV4 but it’s a station car to be left at airport or guests use and a 22 Venza I just purchased for my daughter. Not much mileage but another 2+ years on the RAV4 . I hate those clips and screws. Do you know a kit for replacement clips for Toyotas/Lexus if they break. Thanks

[@TheCarCareNut]

Search on Amazon for toyota trim clips

[@sunking2001]

Here's a question AMD probably won't see. From his Amazon product store, I bought the Phoenix Systems 8006-B Coolant and Brake Fluid Test Strips and used them today Sept. 10, 2024. My 2020 Camry will be five years old (with around 22,000 miles by then) in Feb. 2025. Both brake fluid and coolant are original and tested really clean and not even near needing replacement. AMD recommends changing them both at 5 years...but, they both test really clean with plenty of use still left in them both. What would AMD recommend?

[@christopherhuynh6889]

I wish I live near you to service all my Toyota!! My dealership doesn’t have that great of techs to catch my problems before warranty ends! Out of the 6 Toyota vehicles I’ve owned, 2 of the vehicles that I took to the same advisor was kept nicely up to date as you were to work on vehicles! The 2 wasn’t able to catch before warranty ended and 2 was problem free so far!

[@fleetwin1]

Thanks Armando! I'm still confused about the heater being off though... You didn't use a scan tool, but perhaps you somehow put it into "bleed mode" manually without the scan tool? You make it sound like the "bleed mode" will automatically open and close all the valves, including the heater core valve, which is why the heater is left off. Not questioning you for sure, but just trying to understand... Don PS I would happily drive 3hrs to bring my old Camry to CCN...

[@martonmisik886]

Thank you for your work AMD! Wish you all the best!

[@mikechiodetti4482]

Thank you Armando! Now Ahmed. For coolant draining/refill on my 2020 RAV4, how close is it to this 2018 Camry?

[@SuperMan-uj7dh]

It's the same

[@TheCarCareNut]

Hi! It is exactly the same. Still have to remove the front under panel to drain the coolant and fill the exact same way

[@mikechiodetti4482]

I will keep the video for reference. Although I'm not doing the 8 speed trans fluid now, that will come later on. For me it's a time not mileage change. Thank you for the reply. The vehicle is almost 3 years old, so the brake fluid change is coming up soon. Plus I can check the electric parking brake system. Fluids are cheap, parts are expensive.

[@mikechiodetti4482]

@@TheCarCareNut I want to thank you for the coolant tech tips and the throttle holder. I bought one like you had on the Amazon entry and IT WORKED GREAT! Being that the air temp was over 90 last Wednesday following your coolant procedure with the engine fan didn't take long. If this was two months ago, it would have taken longer for the engine fan to come on but I would have appreciated the hot air coming from the fan. Anyway on the fan's 2nd cycle the engine temp stayed at 194 to 196 until I let the engine idle. Still had some coolant in the funnel (similar to yours). Shut off the engine and about 40 minutes later the coolant had dropped enough so removing the funnel and and adapters resulted in no coolant loss. One thing that helps to lower the coolant a little more quickly for many vehicles with the engine off and rad cap off is to gently rock the vehicle in the front side to side. It's not going to go down quickly, but it does help a little. Add a good size fan in front of the vehicle blowing through the condenser and radiator with the engine off with help to lower the coolant level in the radiator. Reinstalled the radiator cap, added coolant slightly over the FULL or MAX mark in the overflow container. Next morning the level was at the normal max or full mark. So that's 1. L.O.F., 2. Brake fluid system flush, now with clean fluid, and 3. Coolant drain/refill. I have the transaxle fluid for it, but jury duty is keeping me away from Periodic Maintenance for the RAV4 and my Nissan Frontier for a while. Thank You again for the Tech Tips, they're like Gold!

[@Unknown-vw8jk]

He drove 3 hrs lol wait until I break his record ill drive to you from NY one day show up in your shop like a mushroom ahhaha

[@tardeliesmagic]

Thanks Armando❤ Another great video! 💕

[@leilavillalta1375]

Thank you Armando

[@robmckean7531]

Thank you Armando , you have the best Toyota mechanic , but you knew that .

[@blaken3824]

I've been looking for used 2017-2018 Camry and I have yet to see a Coolant Change listed on Carfax reports despite Toyota 5 year maintenance interval for it -- amazing how many people neglect this and also brake fluid.

[@mamokillo6298]

I couldn’t find Toyota long life coolant for my 1998 Toyota Camry in local Toyota dealership. Can I use super long life?

[@TheCarCareNut]

I wouldn’t as they don’t mix well

[@rlacroix4]

I watched your videos on trans fluid change Dealer wants to do some power flush entire system says fluid y filter not good I have no toyota experience but in GM those flushes cause problems What is your thinking. I stay with pan and flulid even though not all fluid exchanged 2020 Rav4 50,120 miles Armando ! Are you Armondo from Pioneer H.S in 1985. He stole my box of Twinkle. Still mad 😡

[@finnthinghuus71]

Did you have a chance to create a video on changing the coolant on the 2GR-FKS 3.5L engine? Thank you for all you effort of providing these DIY videos. Cheers Finn

[@2148aa]

Can you hear the drums Armando. Thanks. ABBA got the lyrics wrong.

[@maximoquiroz9798]

Great work 🎉

[@mariocurbelo5822]

Thanks Armando. My 18 corolla es at almost 47 k miles coolant service may be due soon at 50k?

[@TheCarCareNut]

If you plan to keep the car long change it at 50k

[@robertpayne4197]

Thank you Armando and AMD. Gotta admit, I’m a little nervous to do this…

[@brucerenwick6866]

My wifes 2021 Rav4 hybrid (currently 105k-KM) service dealership is wanting to change the ICE coolant and hybrid coolant at 116k/km this seems really Early for SUPER long life coolant. I am getting them to do oil replacements @ 5k miles/8k KM as we want to keep this car for a while. I can do the Maintenance as required but i feel the Stealership is getting extra $ for over maintenance. Any Ideas?

[@Mystykalbaby1979]

Thank you Armando (Hope I spelled it correctly)!

[@dperez22]

Thankyou Armando, if I can I will send my rav4 to do the transsmission fluid change and coolant, but I am in Puerto Rico. Open one here

[@turlockcellist]

Thank you for your great videos!! I have learned so much from them. I have a 2020 Corolla SE with the M20A-FKS 2.0 L engine and needed to replace the coolant bypass valve (seems to be a common issue on these cars). I don't know if I need to bleed the system after, or not. A small amount of coolant came out when I replaced the valve, but not sure if it warrants bleeding. Also, my car doesn't have a traditional radiator cap, just the cap on the reservoir tank, and the coolant funnel does not fit on it. I would love to see a video of you replacing one of these valves on a Corolla and doing the coolant bleeding, as the service manual seems to have a much more complicated way of bleeding, including running the heater, revving to 3000rpm for a few seconds, and then back to idle, etc., etc. I'm a little stumped as to which method to use. You always have the best videos and cover all the steps.. You're the only one I really trust to be able to do it right. Since this issue seems to be common on all of the M20A-FKS engines, many of us would be eternally grateful to see it done by the best - YOU! Thanks again for all of the incredible content you provide. God bless you and your family!

[@VincentScales]

Last time (late 70's) I did radiator fluid change I used Prestone radiator flush cleaner and Fill Kit!

[@manny4491]

Good Going Armando! Can a borrow your wheels I have a Hot Date?

[@NazarAynazar]

Hi Armando, first of all thank you for the great video, I enjoyed watching your maintenance done videos. I live in Chicago, wanted to change my 2018 Camry Hybrid coolant. I wonder what size of hose you have used for draining the old coolant from radiator. Want to prepare in advance to start changing the coolant Thanks

[@troyallenburton]

Pretty good thank you Armando can you guys please do some more videos on this exact vehicle And engine, greatly appreciated!