Ford F-150 Coolant
Coolant, as it relates to vehicles, is continually a liquid or gas substance used to regulate the temperature of your engine. Liquid coolants are commonly half water and half ethylene glycol. Water is used to transfer heat while ethylene glycol is used to lower the congenial point of the liquid. In colder climates, this is tremendously meaningful. Interestingly enough, this isn't the first time you've heard of ethylene glycol as it is the principal 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 adequate coolant.
You can buy ready-made mixtures of coolant that already have water supplemental, or you can buy full-strength antifreeze which needs to be diluted with distilled water before being supplemental to the engine system. Give the experts at David McDavid Ford a call at 8174207990 or schedule service online and let one of our mechanics and service mentors handle your coolant flush.
Every vehicle manufacturer, including Ford has developed its own coolant or requires a explicit coolant that is unique to particular years and models. There are bountiful colors of coolants to help distinguish each including red, purple yellow, blue, green, and orange. It is crucial to do your research if you plan to buy, flush, or replace the coolant in your vehicle. Copious models will not be relevant even with "universal" coolants or antifreeze.
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What kind of coolant does Ford F-150 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 mean the same thing. It's fascinating to reference your Ford F-150 owner's manual for the different type of coolant decisive and the private intervals in which you should have a coolant flush service completed. Or you can call one of our Ford F-150 trained service technicians for any information you need. We can also schedule you an appointment to make fearless the detailed coolant is used. Give David McDavid Ford a call today!
How long does Ford F-150 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 definitive information on what intervals your coolant needs to be changed, check your Ford F-150 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.
What happens if my Ford F-150 runs out of coolant?
Your Ford F-150 doesn't have to run out of coolant for troubles to start. Dilution levels need to be within a specific percentage range or your Ford F-150 engine components can start to rust, break, or become irreparably damaged. If you run out of coolant exclusively due to a leak or poor fluid levels, your entire engine system can be compromised from the gaskets to the pistons or even the engine block itself.
How do I know if I need a coolant flush in my Ford F-150?
Common symptoms that your Ford F-150 needs a coolant flush are:
- Your heater may impede working
- Sometimes, albeit unlikely, you'll be able to smell an odd burning odor coming from under the hood.
- Sediment or rust will be apparent in the coolant
- Unusual grinding noises can come from the engine
- Coolant will consistently leak out when the engine is running. Check the ground when you park.
- Your check engine light may turn on
- Your temperature gauge will learn well above daily with the engine on for a few minutes.
- Steam will come from the radiator or hood
How much coolant does a Ford F-150 take or need?
Every make and model requires a slightly distinctive level of coolant. To see the definitive amount basic you should always check your Ford F-150 owner's manual. Give us a call or bring your vehicle to David McDavid Ford and we'll answer all questions you have on coolant levels.
WARNING - To avoid burns, make hopeful your vehicle engine is pleasant before checking your coolant level.
How often should you change coolant in a Ford F-150?
Typically, you should have your Ford F-150 coolant flush completed every 30,000 miles or every two years. There are some instances where your car can go without a flush for a longer period of time. When you bring your car into David McDavid Ford, we will check your fluid levels and inspect it for debris or sediment which can harm the engine, and make convinced it's diluted correctly. It's splendid to have this checked every 15,000 miles to make convinced you catch any issues before they cause relentless damage. When it comes to your Ford F-150 engine, it's improved safe than sorry.
Ford F-150 Coolant Flush
A coolant flush or cooling system service consists of three preeminent services.
- Adding a cleaner compound to get rid of particles, corrosion, sediment,and rust
- Refilling the system with the instinctive coolant and carefully measuring the dilution percentage
- Flushing the entire system thoroughly
What color coolant does Ford F-150 use?
It's compelling to understand that color doesn't matter. While most Organic Acid Technology (OAT) coolants are usually 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 usually green, however, some manufacturers sell them in blue. At the end of the day, always be positive to prefer the bottle to confirm the type of coolant you're using. When looking for the right coolant for your Ford F-150, you need to always check your owner's manual. The easiest way to confirm you are using the right coolant is to send your Ford F-150 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.