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Coolants
Tom Birch
Jim Halderman
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Jim Halderman
Former flat-rate technician and instructor and a business owner. Author of many automotive books and lives in Dayton, Ohio.http://jameshalderman.com
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Topics to be Discussed
Engine coolants- Purpose and function Water (1/2 of the coolant)Coolant TypesCooling system testingCooling system service
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What is Coolant?
Coolant is a mixture of: 1. Water (50%)
2. Anti-Freeze (ethylene glycol-about 93%)
3. Corrosion inhibitors (additives)
Water: 50%
Ethylene Glycol: 47%
Additives: About 3%
Coolant
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Water
Water is the principal ingredient and:
1. Is inexpensive 2. Is a very efficient heat exchange fluid 3. Has excellent thermal conductivity 4. Has a good specific heat 5. Freezes at 32°F (0°C) 6. Boils at 212°F (100°C)The water used in coolant must be clean &
pure.
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Good Water
The American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) standards for water quality include:
Chloride <40 ppm Sulfate <100
ppm Calcium <100 ppm Magnesium <100 ppm Total Hardness <170 ppm pH Range: 5.5—9.0 Iron <1 ppm
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Freeze and Boil
Pure Water 50/50 Anti-Freeze/Water
70/30 Anti-Freeze/Water
Freezing Point
0° C (32° F) -37° C (-35° F) -55° C (-67° F)
Boiling Point 100° C (212° F) 106° C (223° F) 113° C (235° F)
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Ethylene Glycol (EG)
Ethylene glycol is the base antifreeze used in every OEM factory fill. The additive package will vary.
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Propylene Glycol (PG)
• Only sold to the aftermarket
• Not recommended for use by vehicle manufacturers
• More expensive than EG, Increased cost is $/gallon
• Still toxic but is not as sweet as EG
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Embittered Coolant
Embittered = tastes awful
Embittering agent is required (denatonium benzoate, 30 ppm) Required in California and Oregon since 2004 but not included on the label.Need to know
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OAT=DEX-COOL is one brand
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HOAT=Red; Pink; Yellow or Blue
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Replacement Antifreeze
The best choice is to follow the vehicle manufacturer’s recommendations.
OR, you can follow the recommendations of reliable antifreeze manufacturers (next slide).
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Coolant Summary • Ethylene glycol - Most ethylene glycol coolant is any color and contains about 93% ethylene glycol
plus water and additives.
• Propylene glycol - less harmful to pets and animals because it is not sweet tasting, although it is still harmful if swallowed.
• Organic acid technology (OAT) antifreeze coolant – This type is ethylene glycol based but it does not contain silicates or phosphates. It is usually orange. DEXCOOL is an OAT coolant.
• • Hybrid organic acid technology (HOAT) – This orange, green, red, blue or yellow coolant is an
ethylene glycol based coolant similar to the OAT- type antifreeze as it uses additives (a low amount of silicate)
• VW/Audi pink - Most of these coolants are HOAT (ethylene glycol-based with some silicate and contain an organic acid) and are phosphate free.
• Asian red – This coolant is ethylene glycol-based and is silicate-free, yet contains phosphate.
• Mercedes and Ford yellow – This conventional ethylene glycol coolant has low amounts of silicate and no phosphates.
• Mercedes Lifetime – Very expensive, can be drained, filtered and reused.• Korean or European blue – This conventional ethylene glycol coolant has low amounts of silicate
and no phosphates.
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pH Tests
pH can be measure using test strips or a meter.
Fairly accurate and costs pennies/test.
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Metal Corrosion
This iron tube has been ruined by rust.
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Diesel Wet Sleeve Cavitation
The sleeve can vibrate during the combustion stroke producing the pressure drop, bubbles, and metal erosion. Heavy duty coolants contain supplemental coolant additives (SCA) to help prevent this.
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Bi-Metal Corrosion
Ions move from more active metals to less active metal through the coolant which acts like the electrolyteNice to know
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Radiator Voltage
Connect the negative voltmeter lead to a good ground (this radiator has a plastic filler neck), and immerse the positive lead into the coolant. A reading of 0.300 V or greater indicates corrosion is probably occurring.
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Refractometer Image
The image will show the amount of freeze protection and is read at the scale at the bottom edge of the shadow. This unit can check EG and PG antifreeze freeze protection and battery specific gravity.
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Read Here
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Universal Coolant
• Arctic Blend
• Recycool
•Prestone Prime
coolants that have been formulated to be used in any vehicle
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Flushing
Some communities permit draining into sewer. EG and PG will biodegrade. There is a problem however if coolant is spilled on open ground.
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Cap has two seals
What will happen if the upper seal fails? What will happen if the lower seal fails?
Upper Seal
Filler Neck
Lower Seal
To CRR
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Bleeder Valves
• Use a clear hose attached to the bleeder valve and the other end in a “suitable” container
• Prevents coolant from getting on the engine and gives the technician a visual clue as to color of coolant
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Typical Questions/Answers
1. Are all green antifreezes the same?A. No-Chrysler used HOAT coolant that was green like IAT coolant
2. Can DEX-COOL be replaced with conventional green coolant?A. Yes, but then the coolant has be replaced every 24 months or 24,000 miles
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Summary
• Not all coolants are the same• Not all tap water is OK to use• Premixed coolant usually produces good
results• Check the coolant freezing/boiling point• Check the coolant pH • Always check or replace the pressure cap,
especially on DEX-COOL vehicles
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Resource materials
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Topics to be Discussed
Engine coolants- Purpose and function Water (1/2 of the coolant)Coolant TypesCooling system testingCooling system service
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What is Coolant?
Coolant is a mixture of: 1. Water (50%)
2. Anti-Freeze (ethylene glycol-about 93%)
3. Corrosion inhibitors (additives)
Water: 50%
Ethylene Glycol: 47%
Additives: About 3%
Coolant
Need to know
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Water
Water is the principal ingredient and:
1. Is inexpensive 2. Is a very efficient heat exchange fluid 3. Has excellent thermal conductivity 4. Has a good specific heat 5. Freezes at 32°F (0°C) 6. Boils at 212°F (100°C)The water used in coolant must be clean &
pure.
Need to know
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Good Water
The American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) standards for water quality include:
Chloride <40 ppm Sulfate <100
ppm Calcium <100 ppm Magnesium <100 ppm Total Hardness <170 ppm pH Range: 5.5—9.0 Iron <1 ppm
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Good Quality Water
Good quality water types include:
Distilled- boiling water and then cooling the steam back to water
• Deionized (Also called demineralization or purified)-Has the minerals removed such as sodium, calcium, iron, copper, chloride, and bromide
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City Tap Water
• Usually unknown quality• Can have unwanted
chlorides, minerals, or salts• Unknown pH
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What to do?
Test the water at the shop and if it has high mineral content, consider:
1. Purchasing distilled or de-mineralized water
2. Installing a micro filtration system
3. Installing a reverse osmosis system
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Burst Pressure
Water expands about 9% when it freezes, and this creates the burst pressure that can break cooling system components.
Antifreezes (freeze depressants) lower the freeze temperature.
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Freeze and Boil
Pure Water 50/50 Anti-Freeze/Water
70/30 Anti-Freeze/Water
Freezing Point
0° C (32° F) -37° C (-35° F) -55° C (-67° F)
Boiling Point 100° C (212° F) 106° C (223° F) 113° C (235° F)
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Ethylene Glycol (EG)
Ethylene glycol is the base antifreeze used in every OEM factory fill. The additive package will vary.
Need to know
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Propylene Glycol (PG)
• Only sold to the aftermarket
• Not recommended for use by vehicle manufacturers
• More expensive than EG, Increased cost is $/gallon
• Still toxic but is not as sweet as EG
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Embittered Coolant
Embittered = tastes awful
Embittering agent is required (denatonium benzoate, 30 ppm) Required in California and Oregon since 2004 but not included on the label.Need to know
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Additives
The major additives:
1. Reduce corrosion
2. Buffer (control) pH
3. Add color (dye)
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IAT
Inorganic Additive Technology (IAT) is the traditional green coolant used in most older vehicles. This solution offers fast-acting corrosion protection, but the additives are quickly consumed, exposing the cooling system to possible corrosion problems if not changed regularly.
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IAT (Usually Green in Color)
Inorganic Additive Technology (IAT) antifreeze can contain:
• Silicates (possible abrasive dropouts)
• Phosphates• Borates
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IAT is considered obsolete and can cause early failure of ceramic-phenolic seals used in newer water pumps.
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OAT (Usually Orange)
The downside of OAT is it is not compatible with other types of coolant (IAT and HOAT). In fact, Ford, Chrysler and others say to not use this type of coolant in their newer models.
Organic Acid Technology (OAT) is the formula found in DEX-COOL®, and is usually the antifreeze/coolant of choice for GM, VW, and many Japanese/Asian vehicles. This formula is engineered to offer long-life corrosion protection.
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OAT-continued
NAPS=nitrates, amines, phosphate and silicate free
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OAT=DEX-COOL is one brand
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DEX-COOL Concerns
• Root cause= air entering system
• Check cap replace cap
• Air causes ‘Brown Gunk’
• Rust then causes blockages
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Rust in Engine
• DEX-COOL + Air= rust orDEX-COOL + core sand = Brown gunk
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GM DEX-COOL Problems
Class action suit; GM may have to pay for intake gaskets on V-6s (V-8s still being determined)
Brown Gunk on radiator cap
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DEX-COOL’s Unique Formulation
• DEX-COOL uses Ethylhexanoic Acid (2-EH) as a corrosive inhibitor
• 2-EH is prone to damage plastics like Nylon 6.6 used in intake manifold gaskets and radiators
• G30 OAT and Peak Global OAT do NOT use 2-EH
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HOAT (Many colors)
Hybrid Organic Acid Technology (HOAT) is found in newer Ford, Chrysler and Mercedes vehicles. Said to use the very best aspects of both IAT and OAT, HOAT is a very protective, long-life coolant.
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HOAT=Red; Pink; Yellow or Blue
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POAT Coolant
• Phosphated Organic Acid Technology (POAT)
• Dark Green in color• Used in Mazda-based
Fords (2008+)• same as Mazda FL-
22 • $34.95 per gallon
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Ford Motor Company & E-OAT
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The E = European, low silicate and phosphate free
•Ford of Europe has validated Dex-Cool and uses it with no problems.
•Ford of U.S. has reengineered all of their new engines (No- Cavitation water pumps and no-silicone rubber or Nylon 66) to work with this formula.
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Ford/Mercury Coolant
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The 1999—2001 Cougar used a OAT DexCool clone, but had issues with water pump cavitation.
Pre 1999 99—01 2002 2003 2004
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Dex-Cool & OAT that meets GM Spec.
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Prestone markets an OAT antifreeze (Extended Life:
“compatible with ANY antifreeze/ coolant”) that meets the GM Dex-Cool spec.
it is less expensive than Dex-Cool-labeled products because of no-royalty cost.
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It takes about 5,000 miles for an OAT to establish protection.
Some manufacturers use purified water in the 50-50 factory fill.
This helps keep the cooling system very clean until the protection is there.
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Passivation
• Passivation= is a chemical reaction the takes place between coolant additives and the metal that it protects
• Takes a few days or few weeks • It creates barrier between the metal and corrosion• Each chemical package does its own passivation • if you change chemical packages, passivation has to
start over • It boils down to: DO NOT CHANGE PACKAGES.
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“G” Designations
• G= Glysantin –trade name of BASF. Valvoline (Zerex) in the US.
• G30, G33, G34= non-silicate and phosphate free (DEX-COOL replacement)
• G05 = Phosphate free-low silicates (Asian formula and Chrysler HOAT)
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“G” Designations-continued
• G11=Blue VW used before 1997
• G12=Pink/Red VW 1997+
• G12=Purple VW 2003+
• HOAT formulation; phosphate free
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“G” Designations-continued
• G48=Low Silicate and Phosphate free
• Blue Color
• NAP =nitrates, amines, phosphate free
• BMW
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Replacement Antifreeze
The best choice is to follow the vehicle manufacturer’s recommendations.
OR, you can follow the recommendations of reliable antifreeze manufacturers (next slide).
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Color
The color helps us identify a coolant leak. It also helps us identify the additive package.
Should not be used as an indicator what to use-some Chrysler vehicles used HOAT coolant that was green
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Coolant Summary • Ethylene glycol - Most ethylene glycol coolant is any color and contains about 93% ethylene glycol
plus water and additives.
• Propylene glycol - less harmful to pets and animals because it is not sweet tasting, although it is still harmful if swallowed.
• Organic acid technology (OAT) antifreeze coolant – This type is ethylene glycol based but it does not contain silicates or phosphates. It is usually orange. DEXCOOL is an OAT coolant.
• • Hybrid organic acid technology (HOAT) – This orange, green, red, blue or yellow coolant is an
ethylene glycol based coolant similar to the OAT- type antifreeze as it uses additives (a low amount of silicate)
• VW/Audi pink - Most of these coolants are HOAT (ethylene glycol-based with some silicate and contain an organic acid) and are phosphate free.
• Asian red – This coolant is ethylene glycol-based and is silicate-free, yet contains phosphate.
• Mercedes and Ford yellow – This conventional ethylene glycol coolant has low amounts of silicate and no phosphates.
• Mercedes Lifetime – Very expensive, can be drained, filtered and reused.• Korean or European blue – This conventional ethylene glycol coolant has low amounts of silicate
and no phosphates.
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Depletion Rate of Additives
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pH
Substance pH
Hydrochloric acid -1.0
Battery acid 0.5
Lemon juice 2.4
Cola 2.5
Vinegar 2.9
Orange or Apple juice 3.5
Acid Rain <5.0
Tea or healthy skin 5.5
Milk 6.5
Pure water 7.0
Healthy human saliva 6.5 – 7.4
Blood 7.34 – 7.45
Sea water 7.7 – 8.3
Hand soap 9.0 – 10.0
Household ammonia 11.5
Bleach 12.5
Household lye 13.5
Caustic Soda 13.9
pH is a measure of acidity or alkalinity of a solution. Less than 7 is considered acidic. Greater than 7 is considered alkaline.
Alkaline
Acid
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pH Effects
Fresh antifreeze pH= 9 and 11
Used coolant pH= 7.5 and 10
It can also increase electrolysis
( the dissimilar metals in contact with an electrolyte can produce a simple battery)
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pH of various coolants
• IAT= 9.0-10.5 new
• OAT= 7.5-8.5 new (G30 and G34 designation)
• HOAT= 7.5-8.5 new (G05,G48,G11 or G12 designation)
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Desired pH
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pH Tests
pH can be measure using test strips or a meter.
Fairly accurate and costs pennies/test.
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pH Meter
This Milwaukee is probably more accurate and cost $30.00.
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Corrosion
Corrosion is the “decomposition of metal”
(called rust or aluminum oxide, the whitish material that forms on aluminum components)
Oxide formation:
1. eats away at the parent material from the outside
2. forms an insulating barrier for heat transfer
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Metal Corrosion
This iron tube has been ruined by rust.
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Corrosion
aluminum oxide, often found on coolant outlet/stat cover
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Corroded Water Pump
One of the reasons for the removal of silicates from coolant
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Corroded pump can cause:
• reduced coolant flowand an overheating
condition
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Cavitation
Cavitation is the sudden formation and collapse of low-pressure bubbles. With gasoline engines, the pressure drop can occur at the inlet of the water pump. These bubbles produce a pitting of the solid metal .
Cavitation
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Cavitation Damage
The very low pressure can produce gas bubbles that implode next to a metal surface. The implosion blasts particles from the surface.
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Diesel Wet Sleeve Cavitation
The sleeve can vibrate during the combustion stroke producing the pressure drop, bubbles, and metal erosion. Heavy duty coolants contain supplemental coolant additives (SCA) to help prevent this.
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Galvanic action
• Galvanic activity does not require an outside source of voltage
• The higher the conductivity of the coolant, the greater the amount of corrosion
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Metals
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Bi-Metal Corrosion
Ions move from more active metals to less active metal through the coolant which acts like the electrolyteNice to know
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Electrolysis
Electrolysis requires the use of an outside voltage source.
•When electrical ions move from metal to the coolant, they can take metal atoms with them
• This metal transfer can eat holes in a heater core or radiator.
•Electrolysis holes will usually start from the inside and have a dark coloration. Need to know
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Testing Coolant with a Voltmeter
• This test gives variable and questionable results depending on many factors
• Galvanic=less than 200 mV
• Electrolysis= (engine running and accessories switched on and off)=less than 300 mV. This check can locate faulty ground connections
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Radiator Voltage
Connect the negative voltmeter lead to a good ground (this radiator has a plastic filler neck), and immerse the positive lead into the coolant. A reading of 0.300 V or greater indicates corrosion is probably occurring.
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Coolant Condition
This “green” antifreeze has a clean, bright appearance. The other types will have a different color but should also appear clean and bright.
A muddy brown or rust-reddish color indicates that corrosion is occurring.
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Freeze Protection, Refractometer
A few drops of coolant are placed under the sample window. The technician then holds the unit up to light and looks through the eye piece (right end).
Sample Window
Eye Piece
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Refractometer Image
The image will show the amount of freeze protection and is read at the scale at the bottom edge of the shadow. This unit can check EG and PG antifreeze freeze protection and battery specific gravity.
Shadow
Read Here
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Freeze Protection, Test Strips
Test strips will change color when they are dipped into the coolant, and the color change is compared to the container.
Test strips are fairly accurate, easy to use, and inexpensive.
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Coolant Corrosion Protection
The new test strip color is compared to the color pads on the container to determine the amount of freeze protection and corrosion protection.
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Coolant Replacement
1. 15 to 20% remains in the system after it has been drained
2. Fill system with antifreeze first and top off with water
3. Be sure to use the specified coolant
(GM warns not to reuse coolant drained from the system)
(Mercedes has a lifetime coolant, drain, filter, & reuse)
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Coolant Replacement-#2
• Check the pressure cap and radiator for faults• Check all hoses and always use coolant hose
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Universal Coolant • Universal Gold =HOAT, extended life, low-
silicate, phosphate-free antifreeze/coolant.
• This product meets Ford WSS M97B51-A1 and Chrysler MS 9769 and other "global antifreeze" type specifications, as well as ASTM D3306, D4985 and D6210/11
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Universal Coolant
• Arctic Blend
• Recycool
•Prestone Prime
coolants that have been formulated to be used in any vehicle
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Coolant Recovery and Storage
Some shops recycle used antifreeze
Should be stored until picked up for recycling
Notice double containers to help avoid spills
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Flushing a Dirty System
1. Drain system 2. Fill system with clean water & chemical 3. Run system to operating temp. (Heater on) 4. Drain system & fill with clean water 5. Repeat until drain water runs clear Any remaining flush agent will upset pH. 6. Fill system with 50/50 antifreeze/water mix 7. Run system to operating temp. (Heater on) 8. Adjust coolant level
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Caution: If flushing a really dirty system, be prepared to repair some leaks.
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Flushing
Some communities permit draining into sewer. EG and PG will biodegrade. There is a problem however if coolant is spilled on open ground.
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Be sure to clean the overflow/surge tank
It should empty if you start draining with the cap in place.
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Mix Coolant 50/50 or use premix
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Coolant Exchange Machine
Most shops use machines like this.
Coolant drains have become fragile and hard to find.
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• Check the freezing Point after service
• Should be -34 degrees F (proper 50/50 mix)
• If higher (i.e. -20 F) this means that there is too much water.
• If lower (i.e. -40 F) this means that there is too much antifreeze
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Always check or replace the radiator pressure cap
The cap can be located on
1. the radiator
2. The coolant recovery reservoir
3. The upper radiator hose
Note the pressure.
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Cap has two seals
What will happen if the upper seal fails? What will happen if the lower seal fails?
Upper Seal
Filler Neck
Lower Seal
To CRR
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Never open when hot!
What can happen if the cap is removed from a hot system?
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1 psi will increase the coolant boiling point 2.7oF. A 15 lb. Cap will increase the BP 40.5oF.
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Proper Fill
All of the air must be removed from the cooling system by one of these methods:
• Bleeder screw: lets air escape• Air Lift: evacuates system before fill• Spill-Free Funnel: Lisle #22150• Fluid Exchange: requires special equipment
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Bleeder Valves
• Use a clear hose attached to the bleeder valve and the other end in a “suitable” container
• Prevents coolant from getting on the engine and gives the technician a visual clue as to color of coolant
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Leak Detection
A good system holds pressure
Tracer dye and some antifreezes glow under UV light
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What should Technician's do?
• Check service information for the designated coolant and replacement interval
• Check the coolant appearance and level at every service
• Check the pressure cap appearance at every service• Check the appearance and pH for signs that the
coolant should be replaced before the regular service interval
• Check Freeze Point, pH, and Galvanic/Electrolysis
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Typical Questions/Answers
1. Are all green antifreezes the same?A. No-Chrysler used HOAT coolant that was green like IAT coolant
2. Can DEX-COOL be replaced with conventional green coolant?A. Yes, but then the coolant has be replaced every 24 months or 24,000 miles
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Questions/Answers
3. Can coolants be mixed?A. No
4. Is DEX-COOL propylene glycol ?A. No. DEX-COOL and all other coolants are ethylene glycol except one labeled propylene glycol and is never used from the factory
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• Not all coolants are the same• Not all tap water is OK to use• Premixed coolant usually produces good
results• Check the coolant freezing/boiling point• Check the coolant pH • Always check or replace the pressure cap,
especially on DEX-COOL vehicles
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