AMSOIL
Antifreeze & Coolant (ANT) is formulated to provide benefits far
beyond those found in today’s conventional antifreeze and coolant
products. This revolutionary formulation provides maximum antifreeze and
cooling protection in the most extreme temperatures and operating
conditions. And unlike conventional ethylene glycol based products, which
are highly toxic and even fatal, AMSOIL Antifreeze & Coolant is
formulated with propylene glycol. It is biodegradable and requires no
special disposal costs or procedures in most areas. Above all, its low
toxicity limits the threat to children, pets or wildlife.
AMSOIL Antifreeze & Coolant provides even greater
benefits:
Lasts Longer
AMSOIL Antifreeze & Coolant contains a proprietary poly organic acid
technology. It eliminates the need for supplemental coolant additives and
recharging cooling systems. AMSOIL Antifreeze & Coolant provides
extended service life in all gasoline and diesel vehicles. It can be used
for seven years or 250,000 miles in passenger cars, light-duty trucks,
vans and recreational vehicles. It lasts seven years or 750,000 miles in
over-the-road diesel trucks. Also for motorcycles, ATVs, snowmobiles and
closed marine applications. AMSOIL Antifreeze and Engine Coolant lasts
longer than conventional products.
Compatible With Other Fluids
AMSOIL Antifreeze & Coolant is dyed neutral yellow and is compatible
with all ethylene and propylene antifreeze and coolant formulations on the
market, including DEX-Cool®, Sierra® and Zerex®. It is also compatible
with fully formulated diesel antifreezes and other organic acid technology
(OAT) and hybrid organic acid technology (HOAT) formulations.
Stops Leaks
AMSOIL Antifreeze & Coolant adheres to metal. It self-seals hairline
cracks in welds and seams to prevent leaks, without additional stop-leak
products or fibrous materials.
Prevents Metallic Corrosion
Independent tests reveal AMSOIL Antifreeze & Engine Coolant surpassed
standards for metallic corrosion. It plates metal to protect even when
exposed to acids and salt spray. Standard allowances for loss in aluminum
and solder are less than 60 mg. AMSOIL Antifreeze & Engine Coolant
lost 0 mg in aluminum and less than 6 mg in solder. Standards for iron,
steel, copper and brass allow a maximum loss of less than 20 mg. AMSOIL
Antifreeze & Engine Coolant never exceeded a 3 mg loss in any of those
metals in a testing period that was run for 10 weeks, three weeks longer
than required tests.
• Formulated for heavy duty and automotive applications.
• Also good for motorcycles, ATVs, snowmobiles and some marine applications
• Extended drain intervals
• Up to seven years or 750,000 miles in Class 8 vehicles
• Up to seven years or 250,000 miles in pleasure vehicles
• Universal compatibility
• Safe, biodegradable, non-toxic, non-polluting
• Aluminum engine block compatible
Meets Automotive and Heavy Duty Service Specifications:
• ASTM D-6210
• ASTM D-3306
• ASTM D4985-98
•ASTM D 6210-98
Description:
The most common formulation of antifreeze
is green in color and uses ethylene glycol as a base with anti-corrosion
additives mixed in. The ethylene glycol part of the formula provides
crucial anti-freezing characteristics and the additives deliver the
anti-rust and anti-corrosion capabilities. Beginning with 1995 models,
most GM vehicles started coming from the factory filled with an
extended-life antifreeze, trademarked as DEX-COOL®. Distinctively
different in appearance, DEX-COOL®, and its aftermarket equivalents, is
an orange/amber color. It still uses ethylene glycol as a base, but
contains a different additive package than standard green-colored
antifreeze. This coolant is designed to protect cooling systems for up to
150,000 miles or five years. Other antifreeze formulations include
silicate-free for Japanese cars and phosphate-free for European cars.
Purpose:
When properly mixed, antifreeze and water
provide excellent anti-freeze, anti-boil and anticorrosive properties.
Maintenance Tips/Suggestions:
Check your owner's
manual for antifreeze usage specifications. Antifreeze, when mixed at a
50/50 ratio with water, provides excellent anti-freeze, anti-boil, and
anti-corrosive properties. In extremely cold environments, the ratio for
standard ethylene glycol can go as high as 70% antifreeze, 30% water. With
DEX-COOL®, the maximum ratio of antifreeze to water is 60/40. Although
DEX-COOL® type antifreeze can be mixed with standard ethylene glycol
antifreeze, DEX-COOL® loses its 5 yr./150,000 life. As such, it's best
not to mix antifreeze types unless absolutely necessary. All coolants must
be diluted with water at the proper ratios and should not be used
full-strength. Full-strength antifreeze actually has a lower freeze point
than when mixed with water. Generally, standard ethylene glycol type
antifreeze should be changed every two years or 24,000 miles. Even though
the coolant freeze protection may test OK with a hydrometer (freeze
protection only drops with extreme dilution, not with age), the additives
break down over time. When changing coolant, it also presents an opportune
time to replace bad cooling system hoses. Leaking, brittle, spongy,
cracked, or rotted hoses should be replaced before new antifreeze is
installed. Hose clamp connections should also be checked to ensure that
they're secure and free from leaks. If you decide to service your cooling
system yourself, use extreme caution: Opening a hot radiator or coolant
reservoir/overflow tank can cause severe burns. Be sure that both the
engine and cooling system are cool before you begin any heating/cooling
system maintenance or repairs. Because of lower hood profiles and cramped
engine quarters, it's also possible that your car may be equipped with an
air bleed for the cooling system. Unless the cooling system is bled
properly, air may stay trapped in the system and cause erratic
temperatures, or in extreme cases, engine or cooling system damage. If
you're unsure about any aspect of cooling system service, don't take a
chance. Have your car looked at by a professional service technician.
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