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Radiator and inverter A/F the same system?

Discussion in 'Knowledge Base Articles Discussion' started by MR.K, Apr 20, 2008.

  1. MR.K

    MR.K Junior Member

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    Is the anti freeze in the radiator and in the inverter part of the same system or are they independent from each other ...thanks ...
     
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    Two independent loops. The lower third of the main radiator
    is a dedicated section for the inverter, even though it's
    physically part of the same unit.
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    _H*
     
    #2 hobbit, Apr 20, 2008
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    Independent systems both using the same fluid - Toyota SLLC
     
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    Is there a pitcock to drain the inverter supply...??
     
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    Mr. K, for the inverter loop there is a bolt under the transaxle. It is possible to mistake it for the transaxle fluid drain bolt, so don't do that. Reservoir cap off for draining, also.

    Engine coolant is drained by a radiator valve, and another on the engine that you'll never find unless somebody tells you where it is. ;)
     
    #5 tochatihu, Apr 21, 2008
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    My Prius Chilton's repeatedly refers to the Inverter coolant as the Transaxle coolant. Not sure which its cooling more as it does both and then is routed into the bottom of the radiator like most automatic transmissions.That should make you even more confused.
     
    #6 edthefox5, May 11, 2008
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