Febi® G13 Concentrated Engine Coolant 0 # 4896930814 Volkswagen Golf 2001, G13 Concentrated Engine Coolant by Febi®. Lilac.
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What to do if there is no coolant in my Volkswagen?
Unscrew the cap carefully . Refill only new coolant according to the Volkswagen specification ( ) . Only top up coolant if there is coolant residue in the expansion tank. If this is not observed, the engine could be damaged. If you cannot see any coolant in the expansion tank do not drive on. Seek professional assistance.
What type of coolant is used in cars?
This type of coolant was commonly used in vehicles before the 1980s. The most common types of antifreeze which are used today include; Ethylene Glycol and Organic Acid Technology.
Is it safe to open the bonnet when coolant comes out?
Hot steam or engine coolant can cause serious burns. Never open the bonnet if you can see or hear steam or engine coolant coming out of the engine compartment. Always wait until no escaping steam or coolant can be seen or heard.
Where should the coolant level be on the engine?
When the engine is warm, the coolant level may be slightly above the top end of the marked area. Always protect your hands and arms from hot coolant or steam by placing a suitable cloth on the cap of the coolant expansion tank.
Can I use any coolant in my VW?
So what kind of antifreeze do you use in your VW? It is highly recommended that you don't use any kind other than the specific Audi/VW G13 or G12 approved antifreeze. Regular, store-bought antifreeze often has chemicals in it that can wear down gaskets and other parts in your system.
Is there a specific coolant I need for my car?
The easiest way to make sure you're getting the right coolant for the job is to go to your car's dealership. They'll sell the coolant for your specific make and model, and it's guaranteed to be the correct one. Many times, the coolant is actually branded for the car you're going to put it in.
Which engine coolant do I need?
Cars made after 1998 normally need antifreeze that uses silicate-free, organic acid technology (OAT). These types of antifreeze offer better corrosion protection so that parts don't need to be changed as often. Cars made before 1998 usually need antifreeze that isn't OAT-based and that does contain silicate.
Does it matter what Colour coolant I put in my car?
If antifreeze is green, that probably means it was made from an older formula that uses something called Inorganic Additive Technology. Green antifreeze is made with special tweaks to the formula specifically to help prevent the corrosion of metals in a vehicle's cooling system.
What coolant does my Volkswagen use?
Volkswagen uses a specific Audi/VW G13 or G12 approved antifreeze. The exact kind that your particular model uses should be stamped on the expansion tank, as well as listed in the owner's manual. Volkswagen coolant is always pink or purple in color. Use the same color that your vehicle already has if you're topping up.
What happens if I put wrong coolant in car?
Using the wrong coolant can lead to corrosion and other damages to the radiator, water pump, radiator hoses, cylinder gasket, and more. The best way to ensure you get the correct coolant is to have your vehicle maintenance performed by a professional auto technician.
Is antifreeze same as coolant?
Well, antifreeze and engine coolant are similar, but not the same. Antifreeze is a concentrated, glycol-based liquid that must be diluted with water before use – at which point it is referred to as coolant. Alternatively, you can purchase pre-mixed engine coolant, a ready-to-use solution of antifreeze and water.
What is the difference between engine coolant and radiator coolant?
At Sweeney Buick-GMC, we often get asked what is the difference between engine coolant and radiator coolant? No difference exists between these two names, as the fluid within both are the same. In fact, the radiator cools the engine coolant after it runs through the engine.
What colour is engine coolant?
Fresh antifreeze is a clear brightly coloured liquid, usually blue, red, green, violet, yellow or orange but this will vary depending on the manufacturer's formulation. Over time, your coolant will become dirty losing its colour and becoming darker, often an oxidized shade of brown.
Which Colour coolant is best?
The Colors of CoolantTYPEINHIBITOR TECHNOLOGYCOLORIAT (Inorganic Additive Technology)SilicatesGREENOAT (Organic Acid Technology)Organic AcidsORANGEHOAT (Hybrid OAT)Silicates & Organic AcidsYELLOWHOAT (Hybrid OAT, Phosphate-free)NAP FreeTURQUOISE2 more rows
Can I use blue coolant instead of pink?
no dont mix them, pink is longer life (5 years) blue is normal (2 years) for some reason mixing the two counters the effects of the pink meaning you will still only have 2 year life. best is just to do a full coolant drop as 5 liters of pink premix is only about 12quid.
Can I use green coolant instead of red?
In fact, if you were to mix green and red antifreeze together, it would end up creating a thick gel that would fail to flow through your cooling system properly. This can cause overheating, as well as damage to various components of your car's cooling system.
What coolant do I need?
You can find the right coolant and parts for your vehicle by using the My Garage tab at the top of this web page. All you need to do is punch in your rego and state or search by make, model and year. Once this is completed you will be suggested the right products to suit/fit your vehicle while searching our site.
Can I use tap water as coolant?
If you choose to use only tap water in your cooling system, this can cause radiator, head gasket and thermostat corrision damage over time. But before that, you will find that water boils at 100c and freezes at 0c, this works outside the optimal range for engine requirements as some engines will heat up over 100c especially on hot days.
What is coolant and why do I need it?
Coolant is commonly a liquid substance that is used in a closed system to reduce and regulate the temperature of an engine.
What is coolant made of? It's just water right?
Coolant is normally a concentrate fluid, usually made of Ethylene Glycol together with some protective additives that is mixed with demineralised water to produce coolant. Propylene Glycol, which is non-toxic, is sometimes used in the mixture, as well as, or even instead of, the more toxic Ethylene Glycol.
What types of additives are used in coolants?
When it comes to selecting a coolant, there are two things which you should take into account. First, you have to find what type of coolant you need. Second, you must find out what the base of the coolant is. First, the type of coolants, there are two main types of coolant, Type A and Type B.
How long does coolant last?
Coolants typically contain something known as a “rust inhibitor” which is used to prevent components within the engine from rusting. This can lead to the coolant becoming flooded with contaminants which contribute to the deterioration of the anti-boiling and anti-freeze additives which are in the coolant.
Can I mix different coolants?
Provided that the coolants which you are using have identical chemical makeup (for example, if two coolants are based on Ethylene Glycol), then it is normally safe for you to mix them together. If you aren’t certain on which base the current coolant that you have in your car uses, there are universal mixes available.