Type of Antifreeze for Ford Ranger
The type of antifreeze or coolant recommended for a Ford Ranger is the Motorcraft Coolant Antifreeze. This coolant meets the Ford Specification WSS-M97B51-A1 and is approved by Ford. It is a premium-quality ethylene-glycol based mixture that meets the strict standards of Ford engineers for performance and longevity.
It’s important to use the recommended coolant to ensure the proper functioning and longevity of the vehicle’s cooling system.
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Contents
- What antifreeze does Ford recommend?
- What happens if you use the wrong antifreeze?
- What is the difference between Ford Green and orange coolant?
- Can you mix Ford red and yellow coolant?
- Is Ford orange antifreeze the same as DexCool?
- Is Ford orange antifreeze the same as Dexcool?
- Is universal coolant safe?
- Does Ford require special coolant?
- Does it matter which antifreeze coolant I use?
- What colour is Ford antifreeze?
What antifreeze 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.
What happens if you use the wrong antifreeze?
Putting the Wrong Engine Coolant in Your Car
Degraded cylinder heads. Head gasket breakage. Marred hoses. Reduction in vehicle performance.
What is the difference between Ford Green and orange coolant?
Coolant manufacturers updated their formula and changed the color to orange to combat the corrosion in new materials. The orange antifreeze is designed to last much longer than the green antifreeze. It is recommended to be flushed out of the cooling system every 135,000 miles or every 10 years.
Can you mix Ford red and yellow coolant?
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.
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 .
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 .
Is universal coolant safe?
Only use the coolants specified by the manufacturer. Check the MPM website to find out which coolant fluid is prescribed for which vehicle. There is no universal coolant: be wary of so-called universal / multi-vehicle coolants. Never mix different types of coolant (there are some exceptions.
Does Ford require 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. There are many colors of coolants to help distinguish each including purple blue, red, yellow, green, and orange.
Does it matter which antifreeze coolant I 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 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.
