ZEREX – G05® 50/50 Ready-to-Use Antifreeze / Coolant, 1 Gallon (Part No. ZXG05RU1)
What color coolant does Ford f150 take?
Motorcraft Yellow
After 2018, this dark yellow coolant became the replacement for Motorcraft Orange for both gasoline and diesel engines. Motorcraft Yellow is a P-OAT that offers better protection and a longer lifespan compared to Motorcraft Orange.
What coolant does Ford recommend?
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.
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 coolant does Ford f150 use? – 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.
Can I mix Motorcraft orange and yellow 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.
Does it matter what kind of coolant I put in my truck?
Different vehicles require different coolants. There are varieties for every type of vehicle, from diesel engines to American, Asian and European vehicles. Each one is specifically formulated to keep its designated engine type running in extreme temperatures.
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.
Can I use Ford Yellow coolant instead of orange?
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.
What replaces Ford orange coolant?
Prestone ® Prime ® DEXCOOL ® Compatible Orange.
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.
What is Ford yellow coolant?
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)
Can you mix Ford orange and green coolant?
The two coolants should never be mixed together as they do not react well. When mixed together they can form a thick, jelly-like substance that can completely stop all coolant flow which can lead to overheating.
Is Ford Orange the same as Dexcool?
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.
Does the coolant color matter?
Antifreeze or coolant (the terms are interchangeable) is clear when it is manufactured. Dye is used to color the antifreeze for identification and marketing purposes only. So if you were used to the tried-and-true green coolant and just opened a jug full of orange fluid, don’t be alarmed.
What happens if you use the wrong color coolant?
Using the wrong engine coolant can gradually lead to corrosion and damage to the water pump, radiator, radiator hoses and cylinder gasket. This can lead to damage to the engine in the worst case.
Can wrong color coolant cause overheating?
If you do mix different-coloured coolants they generally do not mix well and some can form a gel-like substance. This will halt coolant flow, causing blockages that can lead the engine to overheat, as well as damage to the radiator, water jackets and heater core.