ZEREX – G05® 50/50 Ready-to-Use Antifreeze / Coolant, 1 Gallon (Part No. ZXG05RU1)
What type of antifreeze does Ford use?
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 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.
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 kind of antifreeze does a Ford F 150 take? – 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.
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.
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)
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.
Can I use Dex-Cool antifreeze in a Ford?
Zerex Dex-Cool Antifreeze/Coolant is proven to maximize engine life in passenger cars and light trucks, and is approved for use in GM, Ford, Chrysler and SAAB vehicles with cooling systems that require an orange antifreeze with Organic Acid Technology (OAT).
Is it OK to replace Dexcool with regular antifreeze?
When mixed, these two products will react forming a gel that can prevent your engine from cooling properly. It can even damage multiple components of your cooling system which then must be flushed or replaced which is expensive. For that reason, the best thing for your Chevy or GM vehicle is to stick with Dex-Cool.
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.
What color is Ford Motorcraft coolant?
USA – Motorcraft – Orange Prediluted Antifreeze/Coolant.
Can I mix Prestone with Ford coolant?
Yes. Thanks to its unique and patented formula, Prestone Coolant/Antifreeze can be safely mixed with another product within the cooling system without causing damage or gelling. It’s also guaranteed to be compatible with all cars, vans, or light trucks.