Help needed!!!

[TheWhighet]

Hey guys I smelled a funky smell and I believe it has something to do with my radiator/ reservoir. The reservoir that holds the pinkish fluid I saw has maybe only like 8% left in it. I think that it may just not be getting all the fluid it needs since its low. I called my dad and he said to pour distilled water in it. Will it be ok to do that without doing like 50/50 of water and coolant? I don't have any coolant fluid available right now. Thankyou!

 

[KidVermicious]

Yes, a couple glugs of distilled water to top off your reservoir will be fine.

What "funky smell"? Was it a sweet smell, or acrid? Did you check your oil level?

 

[TheWhighet]

Yes, a couple glugs of distilled water to top off your reservoir will be fine.

What "funky smell"? Was it a sweet smell, or acrid? Did you check your oil level?

I don't know how the hell to explain it maybe its a little sweet but it's the same smell my 00' tacoma had which ended up being the radiator. Just when I got it fixed I got this. These radiator bastards...lol. Thanks btw!

 

[gamefreakgc]

You can always check your radiator level when cold by just removing the cap (only when cold or you'll burn your hand and the radiator will turn into a fountain!). The fluid should be all the way to the top. If you see exposed metal fins then your radiator is leaking somewhere.

And yes, these 4Runners have a known issue with radiator failures that can possibly ruin your transmission so don't ignore any problems you might see developing!

 

[Mesofluk]

Would that explain an acid smell? The rad