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Orange coolant at the top but when drained it’s red

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by Rclarkson, Jun 15, 2024.

  1. Jun 15, 2024 at 1:23 PM
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    Rclarkson

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    Last time I checked under the radiator cap the coolant appear orange like rust colored. As I’m in the process of flushing the system I noticed as it came out of the drain it was red/clear almost looking new. Why would it be orange at the top and red when drained?
     
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  2. Jun 15, 2024 at 1:25 PM
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    SoCaltaco65

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    Rust in the condensate vapor coating the top after vehicle was driven. once it cools it deposits on those surfaces.
     
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    Change on time to prevent corrosion. I just drained coolant on a car with 80k well maintained. The metal looks new inside.
     
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