Auto Coolant Discussion
"An antifreeze is an additive which lowers the freezing point of a water-based liquid and increases its boiling point." Coolant
"An ideal coolant has high thermal capacity, low viscosity, is low-cost, non-toxic, chemically inert and neither causes nor promotes corrosion of the cooling system." Antifreeze
"There are three main types of coolant that car companies use:
- - Inorganic Additive Technology (IAT),
- - Organic Acid Technology (OAT), and
- - Hybrid Organic Acid Technology (HOAT)."
Choosing the Right Coolant for Your Car
"ZEREX™ G-40® Antifreeze/Coolant provides unsurpassed protection for vehicles requiring genuine G-40 and G 12 ++ fluid. This Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) approved formula ensures you are getting the precise factory-filled original formula for your European vehicle. ZEREX G-40 is a premium grade, long-life coolant that employs nitrite, amine and phosphate-free, Si-organic acid technology (Si-OAT) to protect the cooling system from rust and corrosion. ZEREX G-40 chemistry will not void vehicle manufacturer warranty. Provides protection for 5 years / 150,000 miles in light duty applications and 3 years / 300,000 miles in heavy duty applications." Valvoline Zerex G-40