Auto Parts: anti-freeze!, rust inhibitors, auto parts supplier

Question
hi i was just wondering what the different colors of antifreeze means lik orange green yellow and pink. just because  i am going to flush my radiator


Answer
Hi Josh,

Any coolant other than neon-green is what is called 'long-life' antifreeze. Different manufacturers use different colors. The reason is so people don't put the regular stuff in because once they open the cap, they'll see the difference in color and stop.

If your coolant is still clear, you should not need to replace your coolant. Go to your local auto parts supplier and get a 'booster' for the coolant. The additive will include rust inhibitors as well as water pump lubricants which is the only reason you'll ever need to CHANGE or flush your cooling system.

Looking for a reputable service technician? My advice on finding a good technician is: Steer clear of the dealership and 'chain' stores like Firestone, Sears, Pep Boys, Monro Muffler/Brake, Midas, etc. as they usually only employ ONE ASE Certified Tech just so they can say they do and chances are, that guy is the asst. manager or manager and is not in the store to diagnose/repair vehicles anyway. Find a service location in the link below or get some names out of the yellow-pages and do a drive-by. Garages that employ ASE Certified Technicians will be marked with the 'Blue-Seal' insignia. If unsure about whether a place employs Certified Techs, just ask to see their credentials. ALL ASE Certified Technicians will be PROUD to show and display their certificate(s).

Thanks for the question, I hope this information was helpful to you.
Fred
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