Do I have to use G12 coolant?
Re: Do we HAVE to use G12 coolant? ( The only thing you can’t do is mix the G12 with any other kind of coolant. If you flush every last bit of the g12 out of your cooling system, you can use any kind of coolant you want. If you mix it, you end up with a nasty brown sludge in the system.
Does VW need special antifreeze?
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 you use G12+ instead of G12?
G12+ is purple. It’s new and it can be mixed in to pink coolant systems, it replaces G12 according to VW.
What is the difference between G12 and G13 antifreeze?
The G13 has a purple/violet colour and has the same exceptional cooling and antifreeze performance as G12++. The main difference: it is manufactured using glycerin instead of glycol. Glycerin is much less harmful to the environment than glycol.
Is G13 better than G12?
The G13 has the same exceptional cooling and antifreeze performance as G12++, but it is manufactured using glycerin. Glycerin is much less harmful to the environment than glycol. The G13 is also excellent for cooling and protection against corrosion and chalk deposits.
What is the difference between G12 and G12+?
G12 is pink. It cannot be mixed with any other coolant (except G12+ which is purple). It is supposed to be able to last 5 years before being changed (more frequent changes are suggested by vortexers, like every 2 years), and it has sealant and anti-coerosive additives. G12+ is purple.
What kind of antifreeze and coolant for Volkswagen Jetta?
Recommended antifreeze for radiators of Volkswagen Jetta. Find out how much coolant does your car need. Car A Rac presents recommended by manufacturers types for all popular vehicles.
Can you use G13 coolant on a VW?
Yes. Most owners who are currently using G12+ or G12++ may wish to upgrade to the latest G13 coolant the next time they thoroughly flush the cooling system (i.e. during timing belt replacement). Can I Use Generic or Non-Approved VW Coolant?
Can you use store bought coolant on a VW?
Do NOT use regular store-bought coolant, which typically doesn’t correspond with the specifications of a VW cooling system. Most VW coolant antifreeze comes in a concentrated form. If using concentrated coolant, you MUST dilute the coolant to a 50/50 concentration. DO NOT mix normal tap water with coolant.
What are the coolant specs for a VW?
The newest VW G13 coolant antifreeze specification is backwards compatible with all coolant specs VW used previously. So, this means it can be mixed with the earlier G11, G12, G12 plus, G12 plus plus coolant specs. However, we do recommend topping off your coolant tank with the same type of coolant that is currently in your VW cooling system.