What type of coolant does Chevy Trax use?

Type of Coolant for Chevy Trax
When it comes to the type of coolant for a Chevrolet Trax, it’s essential to reference the owner’s manual for the specific type of coolant needed and the specific intervals for a coolant flush service. The color of the coolant doesn’t consistently indicate the type, so it’s important to confirm the type by checking the owner’s manual or the bottle itself.
For example, the 2015 Chevy Trax uses Dex-cool Extended Life 50/50 antifreeze engine coolant, with a capacity of about 6.9 quarts. It’s recommended to check the owner’s manual for the correct type of fluid to add, typically found in a section titled Fluid Capacities.
In summary, the specific type of coolant necessary for a Chevy Trax should be referenced in the owner’s manual, and it’s important to confirm the type by checking the manual or the bottle itself.

Does it matter what 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.

Does Chevy need DexCool?

When mixed, these two products will react forming a gel that can prevent your engine from cooling properly. It can even damage multiple components of your cooling system which then must be flushed or replaced which is expensive. For that reason, the best thing for your Chevy or GM vehicle is to stick with Dex-Cool.

How do I know what coolant to put in my car?

You should check your owner’s manual, to check on what type or color of antifreeze your car takes. One of the most common, and longstanding coolants of this type is DEX COOL®, which was developed by GM in the late 1980’s and has been used ever since.

What is the difference between DexCool and orange coolant?

The orange or salmon-colored coolant is DexCool. DexCool is a GM-developed long term (high mileage drain interval) coolant that is *TOTALLY INCOMPATIBLE* with any other type of coolant.

What happens if I put the wrong coolant in my car?

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.

Does Chevy use special coolant?

Every vehicle manufacturer, including Chevrolet has developed its own coolant or requires a conspicuous coolant that is unique to particular years and models. There are many colors of coolants to help distinguish each including yellow, red, green, blue, purple and orange.

What happens if you use the wrong type of coolant?

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 antifreeze does a 2015 Chevy Trax take?

Use PEAK ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT TECHNOLOGY 50/50 PREDILUTED ANTIFREEZE + COOLANT to perform a complete flush/fill or top off.

What color is Chevy coolant?

The recommended mix is 60% water, 40% Dexcool – good down to -18 F, below that use 50/50. Make sure it is labelled CONCENTRATE, not 50/50. Yep, the coolant should be orange in color.

Do I have to use Dex-cool in my Chevy?

Though they can work together in a pinch, after extended use, they can react and create a gel, which can be very damaging to multiple components of the cooling system. For that reason, the best thing for your Chevy or GM vehicle is to stick with Dex-Cool.