1987 Toyota Tercel coolant

1987 TOYOTA TERCEL
249,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • MANUAL
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ROXYMAYE
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I just replaced my radiator and although I drained the cooling system there is still water in the expansion tank. I have a premix of ant-freeze and coolant that says "Do Not Mix with water" Is it okay to use water alone as a coolant for a short time?
Apr 12, 2008 at 6:04 PM
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MHPAUTOS
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Hi there,

Yes you can just use water , as long as you are not in a area that will have freezing temp. as the coolant is a anti freeze agent as well as a corrosion inhibitor, just don't leave it to long.

mark (mhpautos)
Apr 12, 2008 at 6:12 PM
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