Parts for your 1990 Toyota Hilux surf-Coolant

1990 Toyota Hilux Surf coolant — what it does and how to look after it

Coolant is absolutely relevant and used on the 1990 Toyota Hilux Surf. Toyota’s factory literature for the N130-series Hilux/4Runner (1989–1995) describes a liquid-cooled engine with a pressurised radiator, thermostat and heater core. Sources such as the Toyota Repair Manual for Hilux/4Runner (N130) and period owner’s manuals, along with the Haynes Toyota Pick-up & 4Runner 1979–1995 manual, all specify ethylene‑glycol engine coolant for these engines (including 2L‑TE diesel, 22R‑E petrol and 3VZ‑E V6). Toyota service information from the era also calls for Toyota Genuine Red Long Life Coolant mixed with water.

In this Surf, coolant isn’t just about stopping freezes