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2023 Ford Transit-150 Coolant
Coolant, as it relates to vehicles, is ordinarily a liquid or gas substance used to regulate the temperature of your engine. Liquid coolants are ordinarily half water and half ethylene glycol. Water is used to transfer heat while ethylene glycol is used to lower the freezing point of the liquid. In colder climates, this is extremely essential. This seemingly isn't the first time you've heard of ethylene glycol as it is the central ingredient in the popular term "antifreeze". Keep in mind, you never want to pour antifreeze or water by themselves into your engine system. They need to be mixed to create the appropriate coolant.
You can purchase ready-made mixtures of coolant that already have water added, or you can purchase full-strength antifreeze which needs to be diluted with distilled water before being added to the engine system. Give the experts at Larry H. Miller Ford Mesa a call at 4806901279 or schedule service online and let one of our mechanics and service experts handle your coolant flush.
Every vehicle manufacturer, including Ford has developed its own coolant or requires a exact coolant that is distinct to individual years and models. There are different colors of coolants to assist distinguish any including yellow, green, purple red, blue, and orange. It is crucial to do your research if you plan to buy, flush, or replace the coolant in your vehicle. Numerous models will not be compatible even with "universal" coolants or antifreeze.
LHM Ford Mesa offers a wide range of coolant flush coupons to assist you save today. To shop all of our service specials click here. If you'd like to handle your coolant service yourself, you can still purchase coolant or antifreeze from Larry H. Miller Ford Mesa directly at a awesome price.
What kind of coolant does 2023 Ford Transit-150 use?
There are many types and colors of coolant from inorganic to organic to hybrid. To make things even more complex, the color of the coolant doesn't consistently mean the same thing. It's vital to reference your 2023 Ford Transit-150 owner's manual for the specific type of coolant needed and the specific intervals in which you should have a coolant flush service completed. Or you can call one of our Ford Transit-150 factory certified service technicians for any information you need. We can also schedule you an appointment to make sure the right coolant is used. Give Larry H. Miller Ford Mesa a call today!
How do I know if I need a coolant flush in my 2023 Ford Transit-150?
Common symptoms that your 2023 Ford Transit-150 needs a coolant flush are:
- Coolant will normally leak out when the engine is functioning. Check the ground when you park.
- Sediment or rust will be visible in the coolant
- Your heater may stop working
- Unexpected grinding noises can come from the engine
- Steam will come from the radiator or hood
- Your temperature gauge will read far above normal with the engine on for a few minutes.
- Sometimes, albeit unlikely, you'll be able to smell an odd burning odor coming from under the hood.
- Your check engine light may turn on
What color coolant does 2023 Ford Transit-150 use?
It's vital to understand that color doesn't matter. While most Organic Acid Technology (OAT) coolants are normally orange, yellow, red or purple, Hybrid Organic Acid Technology (HOAT) coolants are orange and yellow. So evidently, there's quite a bit of overlap. Then you have Inorganic Acid Technology (IAT) coolants that are normally green, yet, some manufacturers sell them in blue. At the end of the day, consistently be sure to read the bottle to confirm the type of coolant you're using. When looking for the appropriate coolant for your 2023 Ford Transit-150, you need to consistently check your owner's manual. The easiest way to confirm you are using the right coolant is to send your 2023 Ford Transit-150 to Larry H. Miller Ford Mesa or give us a call at 4806901279. Schedule service online and use one of our multiple coolant flush coupons to save today.
What happens if my 2023 Ford Transit-150 runs out of coolant?
Your 2023 Ford Transit-150 doesn't have to run out of coolant for troubles to start. Dilution levels need to be within a exact percentage range or your 2023 Ford Transit-150 engine components can start to rust, break, or become irreplaceably broken. If you run out of coolant absolutely due to a leak or poor fluid levels, your whole engine system can be compromised from the gaskets to the pistons or even the engine block itself.
How often should you change coolant in a 2023 Ford Transit-150?
Normally, you should have your 2023 Ford Transit-150 coolant flush completed each 30,000 miles or each two years. There are certain instances where your vehicle can go without a flush for a longer period of time. When you bring your vehicle into Larry H. Miller Ford Mesa, we will check your fluid levels and examine it for debris or sediment which can harm the engine, and make sure it's diluted perfectly. It's important to have this checked each 15,000 miles to make sure you catch any issues before they cause dramatic damage. When it comes to your 2023 Ford Transit-150 engine, it's better secure than sorry.
How long does 2023 Ford Transit-150 coolant last?
How regularly you need to flush and replenish your vehicle's coolant relies on the type of coolant. There are many types of coolants. Up until the mid-1990s there was essentially only a single type of coolant. It was a green formula coolant that contained corrosion inhibitors that only lasted between 24,000 - 36,000 miles or between two to three years. This type of coolant is not advised for newer vehicles which come equipped with a longer-lasting coolant.
Newer coolants use an Organic Acid Technology (OAT) and last up to twice as long as older coolant. In some cases these long-life coolants can last over 5 years or 100,000 miles.
For precise facts on what intervals your coolant needs to be changed, check your 2023 Ford Transit-150 maintenance schedule within your owner's manual or give Larry H. Miller Ford Mesa a call at 4806901279 today and ask one of our OEM-trained mechanics or advisers. You can still book an appointment online and we'll take care of your coolant service for you.
How much coolant does a 2023 Ford Transit-150 take or need?
Every make and model requires a distinct level of coolant. To see the precise amount necessary you should always check your 2023 Ford Transit-150 owner's manual. Give us a call or bring your vehicle to Larry H. Miller Ford Mesa and we'll answer any questions you have on coolant levels.
WARNING - To avoid burns, make sure your vehicle engine is cool before checking your coolant level.
2023 Ford Transit-150 Coolant Flush
A coolant flush or cooling system service consists of three central services.
- Adding a cleaner compound to get rid of particles, corrosion, sediment,and rust
- Flushing the entire system thoroughly
- Replenishing the system with the appropriate coolant and delicately measuring the dilution percentage