Ford Falcon Coolant Type
The Ford Falcon uses organic corrosion inhibitor coolant if it was built in 1997 or later. This type of coolant is recommended for Ford vehicles to prevent corrosion and maintain optimal performance.
It’s important to note that using the correct coolant is essential for the proper functioning and longevity of your vehicle’s engine. Always refer to the manufacturer’s recommendations for the specific coolant type and specifications for your Ford Falcon.
If you have any further questions about maintaining your Ford Falcon, feel free to ask!
Contents
- Do Fords need special coolant?
- What coolant does Ford recommend?
- Can you mix red and green coolant?
- Where do you put coolant in a Ford Falcon?
- Is Ford orange antifreeze the same as Dexcool?
- Does Ford require special coolant?
- Is it OK to mix Ford orange and yellow coolant?
- Does it matter what type of coolant you use?
- What coolant to use in BF Falcon?
- Does Ford make orange coolant anymore?
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 does Ford recommend?
Over the years Ford has used many Motorcraft products and the latest Yellow P-OAT coolant is the most advanced offering so far!
Can you mix red and green coolant?
The two antifreeze types are not chemically compatible. They can chemically react with each other causing a viscosity increase and even gelling in the cooling system. This will render the coolant less effective and can even damage your cooling system. Don’t ever mix the two coolant types.
Where do you put coolant in a Ford Falcon?
Open the hood and locate the engine coolant reservoir. It is often a translucent white color, and has hose(s) connecting it to the radiator. The reservoir has a fill range marked on the side.
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?
Ford Engineers for Ford, Lincoln and Mercury Vehicles
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.
Is it OK to mix Ford orange and yellow coolant?
You can mix with the orange. So you can mix yellow and orange. Without having to drain the whole system and flush it out and do all that. So if you’re like me. And you have a newer vehicle.
Does it matter what type of coolant you use?
What Coolant Does Your Car Need? 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.
What coolant to use in BF Falcon?
Nulon Long Life Coolant protects for 7 years or 500,000km and is safe to use in all Commodores and Ford Falcons (including all V series Commodores and AU to BF Falcons).
Does Ford make orange coolant anymore?
Around 2020 Ford introduced a yellow colored coolant as their factory fill and discontinued supplying the orange coolant under the “Motorcraft” label in favor of the yellow one. The yellow one is said to be compatible with the orange one.
