What replaces Motorcraft orange coolant?

Alternatives to the Motorcraft orange antifreeze, Focus ST spec WSS-M97B44-D2 that are safe to use. Bottom line is Prestone DexCool® is a safe and readily available alternative to Motorcraft. Other alternatives are certainly available (e.g., Zerex, Peak, etc.)

Is Motorcraft orange coolant the same as gold?

Motorcraft Orange coolant is OAT (organic acid technology) based for extended drain intervals, and it doesn’t mix well with basic green/ gold coolant in terms of the protection, nor the relationship to the metals inside the cooling system.

What is Motorcraft orange antifreeze?

Recommended by Ford Motor Company meeting warranty requirements. Orange-colored, longer-life, ethylene glycol-based antifreeze/coolant for use in gasoline and diesel engines, and electric motors. Provides year-round antifreeze, anti-boil and corrosion protection. Ready-to-use.

What to use in place of Motorcraft Orange antifreeze?

place of Motorcraft® Orange Antifreeze/Coolant and Motorcraft® Specialty Green Engine Coolant with Bittering Agent Ford Engineering has approved the use of yellow-colored Motorcraft® Yellow

What kind of coolant does a Motorcraft engine use?

Coolant), orange-colored engine coolant approved to Ford specification WSS-M97B44-D or WSS-M97B44-D2 (Motorcraft® Orange Antifreeze/Coolant), or a combination of both engine coolants DY = Yellow-colored engine coolant approved to Ford specification WSS-M97B57-A1 or WSS-M97B57-A2 (Motorcraft® Yellow Antifreeze/Coolant)

How big is a Motorcraft concentrated antifreeze pack?

Specifications Motorcraft ® Part Number VC-3-B VC-3-D Specification Number WSS-M97B44-D WSS-M97B44-D Size 1 U.S. gal. 55 U.S. gal. FIR No. 195505 195505 Unit Pack 1 1

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.

Can you change coolant from orange to yellow?

Ford has authorized to change to yellow coolant – I just had to replace my coolant reservoir and when I got new coolant as-well the ford dealership informed me it was a Ford change. It can be mixed with orange coolant or in place of it

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 replaces Motorcraft orange coolant?