The Ford F-250 uses ZEREX G05 coolant/antifreeze, which is the automaker-approved original chemistry used in newer Ford vehicles, including the F-250 Super Duty. ZEREX G05 is a hybrid organic acid technology (HOAT) coolant that combines the best of conventional and organic acid-based chemistry to provide protection against rust, corrosion, and liner pitting. It uses high-quality virgin ethylene glycol for freeze and boil over protection. This coolant is designed to provide optimal performance and protection for Ford, Chrysler, and Mercedes-Benz automotive and diesel engines.
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- What Colour is Ford antifreeze?
- What coolant does Ford recommend?
- Do Fords need special coolant?
- What coolant is recommended for Ford 6.7 diesel?
- Is Ford orange antifreeze the same as DexCool?
- Does Ford require special coolant?
- What is the best coolant for a Ford diesel engine?
- What happens if you put wrong coolant in diesel engine?
- What kind of coolant does a f250 diesel take?
- Does it matter what coolant you use in a diesel truck?
What Colour is Ford antifreeze?
This antifreeze was always red/pink in colour, Ford are now producing this in different shades, it will mix with your existing coolant. This Anti-Freeze is suitable for the majority of Fords but there may be some exceptions.
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.
Do Fords need special coolant?
Every car manufacturer, including Ford has developed its own coolant or requires a specific coolant that is unique to individual years and models.
What coolant is recommended for Ford 6.7 diesel?
Ford Motorcraft
Shop Blessed Performance for the Motorcraft Yellow Concentrated Antifreeze/Coolant for your 2011-2022 Ford 6.7L Powerstroke diesel. This ethylene glycol-based antifreeze/coolant is designed for use in diesel and gasoline engines.
Is Ford orange antifreeze the same as DexCool?
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 .
Does Ford require special coolant?
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.
What is the best coolant for a Ford diesel engine?
Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant
Recommended by Ford Motor Company meeting warranty requirements. Yellow-colored, longer-life, ethylene glycol-based antifreeze/coolant for use in gasoline and diesel engines, and electric motors.
What happens if you put wrong coolant in diesel engine?
Putting the Wrong Engine Coolant in Your Car
As mentioned above, the mix can solidify, block your engine, and cause overheating, which can, in turn, cause the following problems: Degraded cylinder heads. Head gasket breakage. Marred hoses.
What kind of coolant does a f250 diesel take?
ZEREX – G05 50/50 Ready-to-Use Antifreeze / Coolant, 1 Gallon (Part No. ZXG05RU1) ZEREX G05® is the automaker approved original chemistry used in newer Ford®, Chrysler® and Mercedes-Benz® automotive and diesel engines.
Does it matter what coolant you use in a diesel truck?
YES! Diesels actually create shock waves when they fire and can cause cavitation on the cylinder liners. Cavitation is tiny bubbles erupting from the metal surface tearing metal with it. Diesel coolants are specially formulated to protect the cylinders from losing metal and becoming eroded away.
