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2013 Ford Fusion Coolant

Coolant, as it relates to vehicles, is frequently a liquid or gas substance used to regulate the temperature of your engine. Liquid coolants are usually half water and half ethylene glycol. Water is used to transfer heat while ethylene glycol is used to reduce the freezing point of the liquid. In colder climates, this is extremely hard. Interestingly enough, this isn't the first time you've heard of ethylene glycol as it is the main ingredient in the favored term "antifreeze". Keep in mind, you never want to pour antifreeze or water by themselves into your engine system. They need to be combined to create the apt coolant.

You can purchase ready-made mixtures of coolant that already have water added, or you can purchase full-strength antifreeze which needs to be diluted with distilled water before being added to the engine system. Give the consultants at David McDavid Ford a call at 8174207990 or schedule service online and let one of our technicians and service advisors handle your coolant flush.

Every vehicle manufacturer, including Ford has developed its own coolant or requires a specific coolant that is bizarre to distinct years and models. There are many colors of coolants to help distinguish each including purple red, yellow, blue, green, and orange. It is meaningful to do your research if you plan to shop, flush, or replace the coolant in your car. Several models will not be handy even with "universal" coolants or antifreeze.

McDavid Ford offers a variety of coolant flush coupons to assist you save now. To shop all of our service specials click here. If you'd like to handle your coolant service yourself, you can still purchase coolant or antifreeze from David McDavid Ford directly at a imposing price.

What kind of coolant does 2013 Ford Fusion use?

There are many types and colors of coolant from inorganic to organic to hybrid. To make things even more confusing, the color of the coolant doesn't always indicate the same thing. It's big to reference your 2013 Ford Fusion owner's manual for the decisive type of coolant basic and the peculiar intervals in which you should have a coolant flush service completed. Or you can call one of our Ford Fusion trained service technicians for any information you need. We can also schedule you an appointment to make positive the legitimate coolant is used. Give David McDavid Ford a call today!

How long does 2013 Ford Fusion coolant last?

How generally you need to flush and replenish your vehicle's coolant relies on the type of coolant. There are many types of coolants. Interestingly enough, up until the mid-1990s there was basically only a single type of coolant. It was a green formula coolant that contained corrosion inhibitors that only lasted between 24,000 - 36,000 miles or between two to three years. This type of coolant is not recommended for newer vehicles which come equipped with a longer-lasting coolant.

Newer coolants use an Organic Acid Technology (OAT) and last up to twice as long as older coolant. In some cases these long-life coolants can last over 5 years or 100,000 miles.

For certain information on what intervals your coolant needs to be changed, check your 2013 Ford Fusion maintenance schedule within your owner's manual or give David McDavid Ford a call at 8174207990 today and ask one of our factory-trained technicians or advisers. You can also book an appointment online and we'll take care of your coolant service for you.

How do I know if I need a coolant flush in my 2013 Ford Fusion?

Common symptoms that your 2013 Ford Fusion needs a coolant flush are:

  • Sometimes, albeit unlikely, you'll be impressive to smell an odd burning odor coming from under the hood.
  • Your heater may prevent working
  • Coolant will commonly leak out when the engine is working. Check the ground when you park.
  • Sediment or rust will be diversified in the coolant
  • Unusual grinding noises can come from the engine
  • Steam will come from the radiator or hood
  • Your check engine light may turn on
  • Your temperature gauge will read well above attentive with the engine on for a few minutes.

How often should you change coolant in a 2013 Ford Fusion?

Typically, you should have your 2013 Ford Fusion coolant flush completed each 30,000 miles or each two years. There are some instances where your vehicle can go without a flush for a longer period of time. When you bring your vehicle into David McDavid Ford, we will check your fluid levels and inspect it for debris or sediment which can harm the engine, and make sure it's diluted correctly. It's vital to have this checked each 15,000 miles to make sure you catch any issues before they cause relentless damage. When it comes to your 2013 Ford Fusion engine, it's better safe than contrite.

2013 Ford Fusion Coolant Flush

A coolant flush or cooling system service consists of three prime services.

  • Adding a cleaner compound to get rid of sediment, corrosion, particles,and rust
  • Flushing the entire system thoroughly
  • Refilling the system with the fitting coolant and carefully measuring the dilution percentage

What color coolant does 2013 Ford Fusion use?

It's crucial to understand that color doesn't matter. While most Organic Acid Technology (OAT) coolants are commonly orange, yellow, red or purple, Hybrid Organic Acid Technology (HOAT) coolants are orange and yellow. There's quite a bit of overlap. Then you have Inorganic Acid Technology (IAT) coolants that are commonly green, however, some manufacturers sell them in blue. At the end of the day, always be confident to read the bottle to confirm the type of coolant you're using. When looking for the right coolant for your 2013 Ford Fusion, you need to always check your owner's manual. The easiest way to confirm you are using the right coolant is to send your 2013 Ford Fusion to David McDavid Ford or give us a call at 8174207990. Schedule service online and use one of our many coolant flush coupons to save today.

What happens if my 2013 Ford Fusion runs out of coolant?

Your 2013 Ford Fusion doesn't have to run out of coolant for troubles to start. Dilution levels need to be within a visible percentage differ or your 2013 Ford Fusion engine elements can start to rust, break, or become irreparably damaged. If you run out of coolant entirely due to a leak or poor fluid levels, your whole engine system can be compromised from the gaskets to the pistons or even the engine block itself.

How much coolant does a 2013 Ford Fusion take or need?

Every make and model requires a slightly contrasting level of coolant. To see the definite amount basic you should always check your 2013 Ford Fusion owner's manual. Give us a call or bring your vehicle to David McDavid Ford and we'll interpretation any questions you have on coolant levels.

WARNING - To prevent burns, make courageous your vehicle engine is congenial before checking your coolant level.