What is WSS M97B44 D?
FORD WSS-M97B44-D. October 26, 2000. COOLANT, ORGANIC ADDITIVE TECHNOLOGY (OAT), CONCENTRATE, FOR PASSENGER CAR AND LIGHT TRUCK. 1. SCOPE The material defined by this specification is a coolant concentrate composed essentially of monoethylene glycol and OAT corrosion inhibitors.
What kind of coolant does a 6.7 Powerstroke take?
The 6.7L Power Stroke diesel engine has both a cooling system and a radiator, with its own belt-driven coolant pump, thermostats and degas bottle. The only coolant to use is Motorcraft® Specialty Orange mixed with distilled water.
What kind of coolant does Ford use?
Motorcraft® Antifreeze/Coolant – Now Conveniently PREDILUTED Motorcraft® Premium, Gold and Orange Antifreeze/Coolants are now available pre- mixed 50/50 with deionized water. The 50/50 mixture helps ensure vehicles get optimal corrosion, freeze and overheat protection and minimizes possible mix errors by technicians.
What color is Ford antifreeze?
The Ford F-150 antifreeze color is listed as orange for Dexcool and the recommended brand by the manufacturer is Motorcraft premium. The coolant should be used with A50/50 mixture which helps Your vehicle get optimal protection for corrosion, freezing, and overheating.
Can you use universal coolant in Ford?
If your drive a Ford, it would be an antifreeze that meets Ford WSS-M97B51-A1 specs. Once your vehicle is out of warranty, you can use the same type of antifreeze that came in the cooling system from the factory, or you can switch to a “Universal” or Global” coolant that is compatible with all makes and all models.
What coolant is equivalent to Motorcraft orange?
Alternatives to the Motorcraft orange antifreeze, Focus ST spec WSS-M97B44-D2 that are safe to use. Bottom line is Prestone DexCool® is a safe and readily available alternative to Motorcraft. Other alternatives are certainly available (e.g., Zerex, Peak, etc.)
Is Ford orange coolant the same as DexCool?
The new Ford coolant is OAT and is not compatible with DEXCOOL. You cannot go by the color of coolant anymore an have to use only the one that meets the specifications of your vehicle. Using the incorrect coolant can damage cooling system components and cause engine components damage or overheating.
What kind of antifreeze does a Ford diesel take?
Genuine Ford Fluid VC-7-B Gold Concentrated Antifreeze/Coolant. The best Antifreeze Coolant for your Ford F250 is the Genuine Ford which is yellow-colored ethylene glycol-based antifreeze coolant and may be used in gasoline and diesel engines. It is manufactured to have a longer life and protection against corrosion.
What color is Ford Motorcraft coolant?
Orange
Motorcraft® Orange Antifreeze/Coolant.
Can you put green coolant in a Ford?
Green or orange should work in the cooling system of just about any vehicle on the market, so you don’t need to worry about whether or not you have a brand that was specifically made for your car. The problem with green and orange antifreeze is that they do not work together.
What type of coolant is pink?
The Colors of Coolant
| TYPE | INHIBITOR TECHNOLOGY | COLOR |
|---|---|---|
| HOAT (Hybrid OAT) | Silicates & Organic Acids | YELLOW |
| HOAT (Hybrid OAT, Phosphate-free) | NAP Free | TURQUOISE |
| P-HOAT (Phosphated HOAT) | Phosphates & Organic Acids | PINK / BLUE |
| Si-OAT (Silicated HOAT) | Silicates & Organic Acids | PURPLE |
Why is universal coolant bad?
The worst part is that silicate is abrasive and damages water pump seals. Many all makes, all models universal antifreeze formulas don’t contain high enough silicate levels to reach that point. An antifreeze with too low a concentration of anodic corrosion inhibitor is worse than having no anodic inhibitor at all.