Volvo XC40 Coolant

Volvo XC40 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 usually half water and half ethylene glycol. Water is used to transfer heat while ethylene glycol is used to lower the cold point of the liquid. In colder climates, this is highly troublesome. Interestingly enough, this isn't the first time you've heard of ethylene glycol as it is the crucial ingredient in the common 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 cogent coolant.

You can purchase ready-made mixtures of coolant that already have water added, or you can purchase full-strength antifreeze which needs to be diluted with distilled water before being added to the engine system. Give the experts at Volvo of Greenville a call at 8642077416 or schedule service online and let one of our technicians and service advisors handle your coolant flush.

Every vehicle manufacturer, including Volvo has developed its own coolant or requires a discernable coolant that is unique to private years and models. There are countless colors of coolants to help distinguish each including blue, yellow, purple red, green, and orange. It is troublesome to do your research if you plan to purchase, flush, or replace the coolant in your vehicle. Countless models will not be compatible even with "universal" coolants or antifreeze.

Volvo of Greenville offers a variety of coolant flush coupons to help you save today. To shop each of our service specials click here. If you'd like to handle your coolant service yourself, you can still purchase coolant or antifreeze from Volvo of Greenville directly at a awesome price.

How long does Volvo XC40 coolant last?

How often you need to flush and replenish your vehicle's coolant relies on the type of coolant. There are bountiful 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 disparate information on what intervals your coolant needs to be replenished, check your Volvo XC40 maintenance schedule within your owner's manual or give Volvo of Greenville a call at 8642077416 at this moment 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.

Volvo XC40 Coolant Flush

A coolant flush or cooling system service consists of three essential services.

• Adding a cleaner compound to get rid of particles, sediment, corrosion,and rust
• Refilling the system with the convenient coolant and carefully measuring the dilution percentage
• Flushing the whole system thoroughly

How much coolant does a Volvo XC40 take or need?

Every make and model requires a slightly different level of coolant. To see the exact amount crucial you should always check your Volvo XC40 owner's manual. Give us a call or bring your vehicle to Volvo of Greenville and we'll interpretation any questions you have on coolant levels.

WARNING - To avoid burns, make sure your vehicle engine is charming before checking your coolant level.

What happens if my Volvo XC40 runs out of coolant?

Your Volvo XC40 doesn't have to run out of coolant for troubles to start. Dilution levels need to be within a cognizant percentage range or your Volvo XC40 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 whole engine system can be compromised from the gaskets to the pistons or even the engine block itself.

What kind of coolant does Volvo XC40 use?

There are many 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 embrace the same thing. It's exciting to reference your Volvo XC40 owner's manual for the distinct type of coolant fundamental and the personal intervals in which you should have a coolant flush service completed. Or you can call one of our Volvo XC40 professional service technicians for all information you need. We can also schedule you an appointment to make sure the noble coolant is used. Give Volvo of Greenville a call today!

How do I know if I need a coolant flush in my Volvo XC40?

Common symptoms that your Volvo XC40 needs a coolant flush are:

• Your temperature gauge will read well above normal with the engine on for a few minutes.
• Steam will come from the radiator or hood
• Your check engine light may turn on
• Sediment or rust will be detectable in the coolant
• Unusual grinding noises can come from the engine
• Your heater may stop working
• Coolant will typically leak out when the engine is running. Check the ground when you park.
• Sometimes, albeit remote, you'll be able to smell an odd burning odor coming from under the hood.

How often should you change coolant in a Volvo XC40?

Typically, you should have your Volvo XC40 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 bring your vehicle into Volvo of Greenville, we will check your fluid levels and inspect it for debris or sediment which can harm the engine, and make courageous it's diluted correctly. It's important to have this checked every 15,000 miles to make courageous you catch all issues before they cause alarming damage. When it comes to your Volvo XC40 engine, it's better correct than sorry.

What color coolant does Volvo XC40 use?

It's imperative 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 bold to read the bottle to confirm the type of coolant you're using. When researching for the right coolant for your Volvo XC40, you need to always check your owner's manual. The easiest way to confirm you are using the right coolant is to send your Volvo XC40 to Volvo of Greenville or give us a call at 8642077416. Schedule service online and use one of our several coolant flush coupons to save today.