How to Flush a Toyota Windom Radiator

Engine sludge can cause an engine to run improperly.

Engine sludge can build up in a Toyota Windom radiator, causing the veins that transfer fluid through the engine to clog up and the thermostat that regulates engine temperature to fail. To prevent this, flush the radiator. The result will be a radiator that can properly cool the fluid that is flowing through it, thus improving overall engine life.

Difficulty:

Moderately Easy

Instructions

things you'll need:

• Ramps
• 3-gallon bucket
• Pliers
• Large disposal container
• Hose
• Water

1. • 1

     Drive the Windom onto a set of front-end ramps and secure the parking brake. This allows easier access to the lower part of the radiator.

   • 2

     Place a 3-gallon bucket under the location where the lower radiator hose connects to the radiator. Squeeze the clamp that holds the hose onto the radiator with a pair of pliers and pull the radiator hose off the radiator. Allow the radiator fluid to drain into the bucket.

   • 3

     Remove the filler cap located on top of the radiator and place a hose that is connected to a water source into the radiator filler spout.

   • 4

     Remove the bucket full of radiator fluid and drain it into a large disposal container. Place the bucket back under the radiator to catch the flush water.

   • 5

     Turn the hose on and spray the inside of the radiator to flush the build up out of the radiator. Move the hose in a spiral manner to get both sides of the radiator. Continue this process until the water coming out of the bottom of the radiator is clear again.

   • 6

     Secure the lower radiator hose back onto the radiator using the retaining clip that was previously removed.

Tips & Warnings

• The amount of water you will need depends on the degree of build up inside of the radiator. It is common to use 5 to 10 gallons of water or more. Constantly check the bucket below the radiator and empty as needed.