Can I mix Prestone with any color?
Mixing coolants which aren’t compatible, or using the wrong one for your car, can cause clogging and damage. Prestone is guaranteed for all cars and can be mixed with any other colour of coolant/antifreeze, making it the best choice for you.
What color is Prestone antifreeze for all vehicles?
yellow
Prestone is yellow, but many other coolant manufacturers use different colours.
Can you mix different colors of antifreeze?
It’s never a good idea to mix two different colors or types of antifreeze. Mixing two formulas won’t cause any dangerous reactions or explosions, but it could turn your coolant into a sludgy chemical mixture that won’t be able to flow properly through your cooling system. Don’t mix different colors of antifreeze.
Can you mix universal coolant?
The term “Universal Coolant” seems like a contradiction because of all the different antifreeze requirements we just described. Even so, universal coolants are formulated to mix with virtually any coolant. The makers of these product say their antifreeze can be safely used in any year, make or model of vehicle.
Is Prestone antifreeze universal?
Prestone® Extended Life Antifreeze/Coolant is compatible with ANY antifreeze/ coolant – regardless of color – for use in ALL makes and models of cars and light duty trucks.
Is it OK to use universal antifreeze?
What color is Prestone 50 50?
Green
This pre-mixed Conventional Green product contains demineralized water to prevent hard water deposits and scale build-up that can occur with the use of ordinary tap water. Prime® 50/50 Pre-Diluted Conventional Green Antifreeze/Coolant can be use to top off product in both automotive and heavy duty vehicles.
What happens if I put a different coolant in my car?
Mixing different engine coolants or using the wrong coolant can impair the performance of the special additive packages; this can result in increased corrosion to the radiator. Using the wrong engine coolant can gradually lead to corrosion and damage to the water pump, radiator, radiator hoses and cylinder gasket.
Which antifreeze color should I use?
You can use either blue or green antifreeze in your Honda without impacting the antifreeze’s performance; the color difference is simply a result of the different dyes used in making the product. If you have previously used green antifreeze, you can still use blue or use a mixture of both. Red or Orange Antifreeze
Can you mix different antifreeze?
Mixing different types of antifreezes can reduce their corrosion protection and can actually lead to corrosion problems. Engine manufacturers recommend a 10% limit on mixing coolant types. If you add more than 10%, it is recommended that you flush the system and replace the antifreeze—EET Corporation.
What are the different types of antifreeze?
There are 3 basic types of antifreeze used today, ethylene glycol based, propylene Glycol based and the newer Organic Acid Technology. The biggest thing to look out for is using the organic acid technology (OAT) in older vehicles with brass or copper radiators.
What color is antifreeze coolant?
Antifreeze colors include red, orange, yellow, pink, blue and green. Different colored antifreeze is used to identify the type of antifreeze being used. Inorganic Acid Technology (IAT) antifreeze is green in color. Organic Acid Technology (OAT) antifreeze is orange, red, green, pink or blue.