Common questions

What kind of antifreeze does a 2002 Ford Focus take?

What kind of antifreeze does a 2002 Ford Focus take?

Prestone 50/50 Coolant/Antifreeze.

Can I use Prestone coolant in my Ford?

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 coolant does Ford use? Motorcraft® Antifreeze/Coolant – Now Conveniently PREDILUTED Motorcraft® Premium, Gold and Orange Antifreeze/Coolants are now available pre- mixed 50/50 with deionized water.

Is there an alternative to Motorcraft Orange antifreeze?

Bottom line is Prestone DexCool® is a safe and readily available alternative to Motorcraft. Other alternatives are certainly available (e.g., Zerex, Peak, etc.) but Prestone seems to be in stock at auto parts stores while the others may not. Prestone costs range from $15-$18 (50/50) to $17-$20 (concentrate) per gallon.

What makes your life better with Prestone auto?

Choose your vehicle. Products designed to make your life better. Our advanced technology, backed by a Longer Engine Life Guarantee 10-year/300,000-mile formula, protects the cooling system from buildup and corrosion, providing maximum value for your vehicle.

How much does a gallon of Motorcraft antifreeze cost?

One gallon of concentrate + distilled water (<$2/gallon) = 2 gallons of 50/50 mix @ about $10/gallon. Not sure of Motorcraft prices as they vary online (without shipping) or dealership cost but, I bet the aftermarket brands are more cost effective and, again, easier to get your hands on.

What does Prestone antifreeze and coolant do?

Prestone ® Antifreeze+Coolant prevents this corrosion and buildup, which keeps fluid flowing appropriately and heat transfer optimal throughout the system. The water pump keeps fluid circulating through the critical parts of your engine.

Choose your vehicle. Products designed to make your life better. Our advanced technology, backed by a Longer Engine Life Guarantee 10-year/300,000-mile formula, protects the cooling system from buildup and corrosion, providing maximum value for your vehicle.

What kind of coolant is good for Oppo?

You’ll want to completely flush the cooling system first to get rid of all of the green coolant. The gold is good for 150,000 miles according to Zerex. While some other members stressed to the OP to not use General Motors’ Dex-Cool coolant, mistaking it with Ford’s orange or gold coolant.

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Ruth Doyle