Checking Gen 5.5 Coolant levels

[johnfrisco]

What should the coolant level read on a 2006 Camry 4 Cylinder when the engine is cold. Does it have to be exactly at Full or is an inch or 2 below okay?

I brought in my Camry to a quick service station over the weekend and they noted they added coolant—have no idea on how much they added.

My car has 35K miles and am concerned about #1 the Head Bolt Issue; #2 the Water pump issue.

So what gives the most accurate reading of coolant levels? Thanks!

[canderton01]

Originally Posted by johnfrisco

What should the coolant level read on a 2006 Camry 4 Cylinder when the engine is cold. Does it have to be exactly at Full or is an inch or 2 below okay?

I brought in my Camry to a quick service station over the weekend and they noted they added coolant—have no idea on how much they added.

My car has 35K miles and am concerned about #1 the Head Bolt Issue; #2 the Water pump issue.

So what gives the most accurate reading of coolant levels? Thanks!

The level will vary as the radiator heats up and cools down. As long as it doesn't get below the "low" mark on the overflow reservoir or unless you notice a sudden drop like right after you fill it up, you should be fine.