How many liters of coolant are needed for a one-time replacement in a Corolla 1.6t?
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Approximately 5 liters of coolant are needed for a one-time replacement in a Corolla 1.6t. Before completely replacing the coolant, a thorough inspection should be conducted to check for any signs of leakage or cracks in the pipes, with a special focus on the five-way pipe. The five-way pipe is named for its five connections to different parts of the car. Coolant flows through the five-way pipe and is then distributed to various parts of the vehicle to perform its function. If there is any leakage of coolant in this part, the hose should be replaced or the connection re-secured as necessary. Drain the old coolant and then flush the liquid channels with clean water. Add clean water to the coolant reservoir and continue to pour water into the reservoir so that it continuously flows through the engine cooling system. Then, start the engine and let it idle for 3 to 5 minutes to circulate the water. Initially, the water flowing out of the reservoir will have a faint pink color. Continue adding clean water until the water coming out is clear. Note: Don’t forget to remove the heater hose and drain the water from the heater core. About an hour after draining, add the new coolant through the radiator hose. This allows the coolant to flow quickly into the radiator. Then, add another bottle of coolant to the coolant reservoir until it is nearly full. Start the engine and let it run for about 10 minutes. During this time, the coolant level will drop slightly as air is purged from the cooling system. Add more coolant until the level reaches the "MAX" mark on the reservoir.
