Can you replace engine coolant yourself?

Can you replace engine coolant yourself?

Over time, engine coolant loses its anticorrosive properties and lubricating ability. You can change your coolant yourself in about an hour. You’ll need to invest in an air-powered refilling tool to remove air pockets from the cooling system as you fill.

Which coolant is used in Volkswagen Polo?

Volkswagen uses a specific Audi/VW G13 or G12 approved antifreeze. The exact kind that your particular model uses should be stamped on the expansion tank, as well as listed in the owner’s manual. Volkswagen coolant is always pink or purple in color. Use the same color that your vehicle already has if you’re topping up.

Can I use any coolant in my VW?

So what kind of antifreeze do you use in your VW? It is highly recommended that you don’t use any kind other than the specific Audi/VW G13 or G12 approved antifreeze. Regular, store-bought antifreeze often has chemicals in it that can wear down gaskets and other parts in your system.

Where do I find the coolant spec on my VW?

Your VW coolant antifreeze expansion tank will usually have the coolant spec marked on the tank. Your owner’s manual will also specify the VW coolant antifreeze spec and will usually list a part number. Here is a helpful picture chart that can assist you in finding out what type of coolant your VW uses:

What kind of coolant does a VW Golf use?

The cooling system is filled at the factory with a mixture of specially prepared water and at least 40% coolant additive G 13 (TL-VW 774 J). The coolant additive is dyed purple. This mixture of water and coolant additive gives the necessary frost protection down to -25°C (-13°F) and protects the alloy parts of the cooling system against corrosion.

What kind of coolant does a BMW use?

RAVENOL HTC Hybrid Technology Coolant is an all-season amine and phosphate-free mono-ethylene glycol-based coolant with frost and rust protection for Mercedes, BMW, Opel, Saab, General Motors and VW engines.

What kind of coolant does a Volkswagen TL 744 use?

OEM Approved Audi VW TL 744-G G12++ coolant antifreeze type. This coolant is also used in Porsche, Mercedes-Benz, Chrysler, MAN.