Motorcraft® antifreeze/coolants meet specific Ford Motor Company engineering standards. They have been subjected to extensive in-vehicle testing in the applications for which they have been approved.
What color coolant for Ford F150?
The Motorcraft Premium coolant is a fluorescent green IAT coolant that used silicates as corrosion inhibitors for Ford’s cast-iron engine blocks.
What kind of antifreeze does a Ford F150 Ecoboost take?
We recommend Motorcraft® motor oil for your vehicle.
Capacities and Specifications – 3.5L Ecoboost™
| Name |
Specification |
| Engine coolant (U.S.): Motorcraft® Orange Antifreeze/Coolant Prediluted VC-3DIL-B |
WSS-M97B44-D2 |
Can I use Prestone coolant in my Ford F150?
AF888) Prestone DEX-COOL antifreeze+coolant – Concentrate is specially designed to work with All GM® vehicles 1995 & newer (GM approved), most Ford® vehicles 2011 – 2018 and most Chrysler® vehicles 2013 & newer.
What antifreeze does Ford recommend? – Related Questions
Can I use Prestone Dex cool in Ford?
Designed to work with all GM ® vehicles 1995 & newer (GM ®-approved), most Ford ® vehicles 2011-2018 and most Chrysler ® vehicles 2013 & newer.
Why does Ford use orange antifreeze?
Why is Antifreeze Orange? If antifreeze is orange, it was most likely made with a more modern formula based around what are known as Organic Acid Technologies. Towards the end of the 1990’s, vehicle manufacturers began to use more aluminum and nylon in cooling systems.
Do you have to use Motorcraft coolant in Ford?
Remember, Motorcraft offers the only antifreeze/coolants recommended by Ford engineers for use in Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles. These products meet specific Ford Motor Company engineering standards and are subjected to extensive in-vehicle testing.
Can I mix Prestone with any coolant?
Prestone is guaranteed for all cars and can be mixed with any other colour of coolant/antifreeze, making it the best choice for you. You can use it to top up your car or to refill the cooling system after you’ve drained and flushed it.
Is it OK to mix Ford orange and yellow coolant?
Important: Do not use Motorcraft® Yellow Antifreeze/Coolant to service Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury vehicles factory-filled with any other Motorcraft® antifreeze/coolant. In the case of these vehicles, Motorcraft® Yellow Antifreeze/Coolant is not compatible and therefore is not approved for use.
Can I use Prestone antifreeze instead of Dex cool?
Can I put a regular antifreeze instead of Dex Cool? You can not mix “Dex-Kill” with regular antifreeze, it can sometimes ruin your cooling system and kill your engine. It is also prone to turning to sludge if exposed to air, from leaking gaskets, etc. Drain and flush your system, then put regular antifreeze in.
Is all orange coolant Dexcool?
There is very minimal difference between Ford Orange Coolant and Dexcool they are both full OAT {Organic Acid Technology} formulation that use 2EHA as one of the OAT inhibitors . 2EHA is a plasticizers that can ruin silicone gasket and should never be used in a car not designed for it .
What color is universal antifreeze?
Traditional North American “green” antifreeze, the original “universal” formula that everybody used until the introduction of today’s extended-life coolants.
Is Dexcool the same as Motorcraft Orange?
No, the two coolants are different. The new Ford coolant is OAT and is not compatible with DEXCOOL. You cannot go by the color of coolant anymore an have to use only the one that meets the specifications of your vehicle.
What antifreeze is compatible with Ford orange?
Prestone ® Prime ® DEXCOOL ® Compatible Orange.
Can you use Motorcraft yellow and orange coolant?
Do not mix different colors or types of antifreeze/coolant in your vehicle unless directed by the vehicle manufacturer to do so. It is important to use the correct antifreeze/coolant.
Can I use Motorcraft yellow instead of orange?
Topping off, Draining and Refilling: • Motorcraft® Yellow Antifreeze/Coolant can be used to top-off or entirely replace (drain and refill) antifreeze/coolant in vehicles factory-filled with Motorcraft® Orange Antifreeze/Coolant.
What is Ford Yellow antifreeze?
Yellow-colored, longer-life, ethylene glycol-based antifreeze/coolant for use in gasoline and diesel engines. Provides year-round antifreeze, anti-boil and corrosion protection. 50/50 mixture of coolant and distilled water provides freeze protection down to -34°F (-37°C) and boiling protection up to 265°F (129°C)
What color is Motorcraft antifreeze?
USA – Motorcraft – Orange Prediluted Antifreeze/Coolant.