inverter coolant level dropping no visable leak

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  1. Beachbummm

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    just noticed my level is about an inch below the full mark, it was fine at the last oil change, no leaks that I can see....nothing on the ground, any ideas?

    also where can I buy the pink kool aid besides the dealer they said $32 a gallon ....can I just add water?
     
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    Buy the "Pink Cool Aid" (Toyota type super long life Coolant). A Gallon lasts a long time. Drain and refill your tranny fluid (Toyota type WS) and have a several ounce sample analyzed (I use R&G labs - about $25) to see if coolant is getting into the ATF (hopefully not).

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    how many miles on her?
     
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    Further, look at the inverter coolant pump and associated hoses, located behind the driver's headlight assembly, for any signs of a pinkish or whitish deposit which would be evidence of a coolant leak. Then, raise up the front of the car on jack stands. With a trouble light or flashlight, get under the car, and look very carefully at the transaxle, the coolant hoses, and the radiator for evidence of a leak.

    If the coolant level continues to decline after you've filled the inverter reservoir to the full mark, you will need to have the car evaluated at your local Toyota dealer.
     
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    Mine did the same after the inverter pump recall. topped off and never happened again.

    Maybe toyota can help you top off on next visit. It's not worth buying a gallon to top off 6 oz
     
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    Generic SLLC can be bought at Napa auto stores.
    Made by Zerex, it is called 'asian.' About ~$14 a gallon
     
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    will do, thanks

    good, thanks

    the pump was changed months ago and I just noticed it was lower...Ill top it off with distilled water and check for leakage merged
     
    #8 Beachbummm, Dec 21, 2014
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    I Would change it.
    The dealer does not replace the fluid with the pump TSB.
    They just clamp the hoses off.

    Unlike engine coolant its a very easy DIY.
    And if in Florida the coolant takes a beating.
     
    #9 edthefox5, Dec 21, 2014
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