2013 Ford Explorer Coolant
Coolant, as it relates to vehicles, is typically 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 lessen the chilly 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 extensive ingredient in the acclaimed 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 suitable coolant.
You can purchase ready-made mixtures of coolant that already have water extra, or you can purchase full-strength antifreeze which needs to be diluted with distilled water before being extra to the engine system. Give the experts at Bill Estes Ford Brownsburg a call at 3177903264 or schedule service online and let one of our technicians and service experts handle your coolant flush.
Every car manufacturer, including Ford has developed its own coolant or requires a specific coolant that is scarce to private years and models. There are bountiful colors of coolants to help distinguish every including yellow, red, blue, purple green, and orange. It is critical to do your research if you plan to search, flush, or replace the coolant in your vehicle. Many models will not be exciting even with "universal" coolants or antifreeze.
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What happens if my 2013 Ford Explorer runs out of coolant?
Your 2013 Ford Explorer doesn't have to run out of coolant for troubles to start. Dilution levels need to be within a factual percentage range or your 2013 Ford Explorer engine components can start to rust, break, or become irreparably damaged. If you run out of coolant completely 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 2013 Ford Explorer?
Common symptoms that your 2013 Ford Explorer needs a coolant flush are:
- Unusual grinding noises can come from the engine
- Your check engine light may turn on
- Sometimes, albeit unbelievable, you'll be able to smell an odd burning odor coming from under the hood.
- Coolant will consistently leak out when the engine is running. Check the ground when you park.
- Your temperature gauge will read well above commonplace with the engine on for a few minutes.
- Sediment or rust will be discernible in the coolant
- Steam will come from the radiator or hood
- Your heater may stop working
What color coolant does 2013 Ford Explorer use?
It's imposing 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 courageous to read the bottle to confirm the type of coolant you're using. When considering for the right coolant for your 2013 Ford Explorer, 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 Explorer to Bill Estes Ford Brownsburg or give us a call at 3177903264. Schedule service online and use one of our many coolant flush coupons to save today.
What kind of coolant does 2013 Ford Explorer use?
There are several 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 find out the same thing. It's notable to reference your 2013 Ford Explorer owner's manual for the explicit type of coolant paramount and the singular intervals in which you should have a coolant flush service completed. Or you can call one of our Ford Explorer skilled service technicians for all information you need. We can also schedule you an appointment to make confident the constitutional coolant is used. Give Bill Estes Ford Brownsburg a call today!
2013 Ford Explorer Coolant Flush
A coolant flush or cooling system service consists of three central services.
- Adding a cleaner compound to get rid of corrosion, particles, sediment,and rust
- Refilling the system with the appropriate coolant and carefully measuring the dilution percentage
- Flushing the total system thoroughly
How much coolant does a 2013 Ford Explorer take or need?
Every make and model requires a slightly assorted level of coolant. To see the specific fee considerable you should always check your 2013 Ford Explorer owner's manual. Give us a call or bring your vehicle to Bill Estes Ford Brownsburg and we'll answer any questions you have on coolant levels.
WARNING - To avoid burns, make sure your vehicle engine is nice before checking your coolant level.
How often should you change coolant in a 2013 Ford Explorer?
Typically, you should have your 2013 Ford Explorer coolant flush completed every 30,000 miles or every two years. There are some instances where your vehicle can go without a flush for a longer period of time. When you transport your vehicle into Bill Estes Ford Brownsburg, we will check your fluid levels and inspect it for debris or sediment which can harm the engine, and make positive it's diluted accurately. It's essential to have this checked every 15,000 miles to make positive you catch any issues before they cause important damage. When it comes to your 2013 Ford Explorer engine, it's better safe than liable.
How long does 2013 Ford Explorer coolant last?
How consistently you need to flush and replenish your vehicle's coolant relies on the type of coolant. There are countless 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 specific information on what intervals your coolant needs to be interchanged, check your 2013 Ford Explorer maintenance schedule within your owner's manual or give Bill Estes Ford Brownsburg a call at 3177903264 expeditiously 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.