

View attachment MCraft Coolant SDS 09-2018.pdf View attachment Prestone DexCool Tech Sheet 09-2018.pdf View attachment Prestone DexCool SDS 09-2018.pdf Not sure of Motorcraft prices as they vary online (without shipping) or dealership cost but, I bet the aftermarket brands are more cost effective and, again, easier to get your hands on. One gallon of concentrate + distilled water (<$2/gallon) = 2 gallons of 50/50 mix about $10/gallon. Prestone costs range from $15-$18 (50/50) to $17-$20 (concentrate) per gallon.

Other alternatives are certainly available (e.g., Zerex, Peak, etc.) but Prestone seems to be in stock at auto parts stores while the others may not. “Meets or exceeds all ASTM D3306 and SAE standards for coolant corrosion protection”Ģ-ethyl hexanoic acid sodium salt: not listed on SDS Ģ-ethyl hexanoic acid sodium salt: 1-5% (anti corrosive)īottom line is Prestone DexCool® is a safe and readily available alternative to Motorcraft. This 50/50 mixture of antifreeze/coolant and treated (purified) water provides freeze protection down to -34 F (-36.7 C) and boiling protection up to 265 F (129 C) Use only when specified Approved to Ford Specification WSS-M97B44-D2. PRESTONE DEXCOOL® AF888 (concentrate)/AF850 (50/50 premixed) Provides year-round antifreeze, anti-boil and corrosion protection Ready-to-use. Note the reference to GM spec (i.e., Motorcraft is DexCool®) All Motorcraft antifreeze/coolant contains bittering agent Prediluted coolants eliminate the time required for technicians to properly mix with distilled water Prediluted formula eliminates dilution/ concentration errors and ensures proper use of distilled water Motorcraft products are the only antifreeze/ coolants recommended. Color is used mainly for identification purposes so that to avoid using the. The engine antifreeze/coolant usage noted in the chart above applies to all engine types (e.g., gasoline and diesel) available for a particular vehicle. “Meets or exceeds the requirements of WSS-M97B44-D2, GMW 3420 (superseded GM Note : Motorcraft has superseded the old orange color antifreeze with yellow. MOTORCRAFT VC-3DIL-B (concentrate) / VC-3DIL-BD (50/50 premixed) Product Title For 1992-2003 Ford F150 Coolant Antifreeze Motorcraft 64571MW 2000 1993 1994 Average Rating: ( 0. Notes: Cyl head temp sensor The 2013 ford f150 coolant temperature sensor is. The stock/OEM stuff is yellow/orange - NOT green. 5L 2008 - 2017 for Ford Focus 1 Loose the switch with a socket or wrench. OEM Ready-to-Use Extended Life Antifreeze/Coolant Gold is specifically formulated for Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles. Cat coolant equivalent.This was definitely touched on in other posts but they seemed to get a bit off subject so hoped to dedicate to Motorcraft antifreeze alternatives.Īnd yes, do not mix different color antifreeze especially green (containing silicates and borates) with orange as it will gel and clog the system.Īlternatives to the Motorcraft orange antifreeze, Focus ST spec WSS-M97B44-D2 that are safe to use.įrom the manufacturer's specification and safety data sheets (attached) Dexcool is an OAT coolant which is not compatible with some of the older antifreezes that are or were on the market.
