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How much does coolant cost?

How much does coolant cost?

The cost of a coolant or antifreeze change will depend on the type and size of your vehicle. On average you can expect to pay between $100 and $200 for a standard coolant change.

What does G11 coolant mean?

Valvoline Coolant Antifreeze Type G11 Concentrate is based on mono-ethylene glycol and contains additives to protect against limescale, corrosion, foaming, and other common performance-affecting issues.

What Colour is G11 coolant?

Index number as standard

VW BASF Colour
G11 G48 green/ blue- green
G12 red/pink
G12+ G30 red/violet
G12++ G40 red/violet

How much is coolant for a Volkswagen?

The average cost for a Volkswagen Jetta coolant change is between $121 and $152. Labor costs are estimated between $121 and $152.

How long does coolant last for?

Depending on the vehicle and the coolant, the average time between flushes is two years or 30,000 miles for silicated coolants and up to five years or 100,000 miles for an extended drain coolant. You can tell which type of coolant you have by the color.

Can you use G13 instead of G11?

For modern radiator types, G13 antifreeze is backward compatible. However, we recommend thoroughly flushing your cooling system when upgrading from a different type of coolant.

How long does VW coolant last?

Some manufactures suggest every five years, some every three years, and others completely different time intervals. In general, you should have your coolant replaced every 30,000 to 50,000 miles or if you have any performance issues, as outside factors can affect your Volkswagen’s coolant.

How long does green coolant last?

As we mentioned earlier, your engine will suffer if you run out of coolant. Thankfully, both green and orange antifreeze last a while. How long? Green for about 3-years or 36,000 miles, and orange for 5-years or 150,000 miles.

What color coolant does VW use?

Volkswagen coolant is always pink or purple in color. Use the same color that your vehicle already has if you’re topping up. If you’d like to switch colors, flush the coolant system completely first before adding the new shade. Approved Volkswagen coolant comes in concentrated form.

How often should VW coolant be changed?

every 30,000 miles
How often should you change coolant in a Volkswagen? Typically, you should have your Volkswagen coolant flush completed every 30,000 miles or every two years.

Is all green coolant the same?

Typically, Valvoline says, coolant comes in green. But there are other colors available: orange, blue, purple, even yellow and pink. However, they’re not different colors for appearance’s sake. Each manufacturer designs its engines around a specific coolant or antifreeze standard with different additives.

How much does a coolant flush cost?

The average cost to flush coolant from a radiator is anywhere from $100 to $200. The exact cost will usually depend on where you go (an independent mechanic will be cheaper than a dealership). Some less reputable shops might only charge between $50 and $100.

What cars use green coolant?

VW, Audi, and Porsche are OAT users, too, but most others have resisted. Instead of OAT, most new cars now use a “hybrid” antifreeze that’s formulated with both OAT and the silicate inhibitors from green (Japanese hybrids have different inhibitors).