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2015 Mercedes-Benz S 550 Coolant

Coolant, as it relates to vehicles, is generally a liquid or gas substance used to regulate the temperature of your engine. Liquid coolants are ordinarily half water and half ethylene glycol. Water is used to transfer heat while ethylene glycol is used to cut the cold point of the liquid. In colder climates, this is immensely crucial. Interestingly enough, this isn't the first time you've heard of ethylene glycol as it is the extensive ingredient in the common term "antifreeze". Keep in mind, you never want to pour antifreeze or water by themselves into your engine system. They need to be combined to create the decent coolant.

You can purchase ready-made mixtures of coolant that already have water supplemental, or you can purchase full-strength antifreeze which needs to be diluted with distilled water before being supplemental to the engine system. Give the experts at Mercedes-Benz of Tampa a call at 8135438419 or schedule service online and let one of our technicians and service advisors handle your coolant flush.

Every vehicle manufacturer, incorporating Mercedes-Benz has developed its own coolant or requires a specific coolant that is unique to coherent years and models. There are copious colors of coolants to assist distinguish each including green, blue, red, yellow, purple and orange. It is difficult to do your research if you plan to buy, flush, or replace the coolant in your vehicle. Many models will not be admissible even with "universal" coolants or antifreeze.

Mercedes-Benz of Tampa offers a variety of coolant flush coupons to help you save today. To shop all of our service specials click here. If you'd like to handle your coolant service yourself, you can still invest coolant or antifreeze from Mercedes-Benz of Tampa directly at a terrific rate.

What happens if my 2015 Mercedes-Benz S 550 runs out of coolant?

Your 2015 Mercedes-Benz S 550 doesn't have to run out of coolant for troubles to start. Dilution levels need to be within a attentive percentage range or your 2015 Mercedes-Benz S 550 engine components can start to rust, wear and tear, or become irreparably damaged. If you run out of coolant completely due to a leak or poor fluid levels, your entire engine system can be compromised from the gaskets to the pistons or even the engine block itself.

How long does 2015 Mercedes-Benz S 550 coolant last?

How mostly you need to flush and replenish your vehicle's coolant relies on the type of coolant. There are many types of coolants. Interestingly enough, up until the mid-1990s there was basically only a single type of coolant. It was a green formula coolant that contained corrosion inhibitors that only lasted between 24,000 - 36,000 miles or between two to three years. This type of coolant is not recommended for newer vehicles which come equipped with a longer-lasting coolant.

Newer coolants use an Organic Acid Technology (OAT) and last up to twice as long as older coolant. In some cases these long-life coolants can last over 5 years or 100,000 miles.

For specific information on what intervals your coolant needs to be changed, check your 2015 Mercedes-Benz S 550 maintenance schedule within your owner's manual or give Mercedes-Benz of Tampa a call at 8135438419 today and ask one of our factory-trained mechanics or advisers. You can also book an appointment online and we'll take care of your coolant service for you.

2015 Mercedes-Benz S 550 Coolant Flush

A coolant flush or cooling system service consists of three preeminent services.

  • Adding a cleaner compound to get rid of sediment, corrosion, particles,and rust
  • Flushing the entire system thoroughly
  • Refilling the system with the suitable coolant and carefully measuring the dilution percentage

How much coolant does a 2015 Mercedes-Benz S 550 take or need?

Every make and model requires a slightly various level of coolant. To see the definitive reward necessary you should always check your 2015 Mercedes-Benz S 550 owner's manual. Give us a call or bring your vehicle to Mercedes-Benz of Tampa and we'll answer any questions you have on coolant levels.

WARNING - To avoid burns, make positive your vehicle engine is charming before checking your coolant level.

How do I know if I need a coolant flush in my 2015 Mercedes-Benz S 550?

Common symptoms that your 2015 Mercedes-Benz S 550 needs a coolant flush are:

  • Your heater may prohibit working
  • Unusual grinding noises can come from the engine
  • Coolant will commonly leak out when the engine is running. Check the ground when you park.
  • Your check engine light may turn on
  • Sometimes, albeit unlikely, you'll be able to smell an chance burning odor coming from under the hood.
  • Steam will come from the radiator or hood
  • Your temperature gauge will read well above regular with the engine on for a few minutes.
  • Sediment or rust will be discernible in the coolant

How often should you change coolant in a 2015 Mercedes-Benz S 550?

Typically, you should have your 2015 Mercedes-Benz S 550 coolant flush completed each 30,000 miles or each two years. There are some instances where your vehicle can go without a flush for a longer period of time. When you bring your vehicle into Mercedes-Benz of Tampa, we will check your fluid levels and inspect it for debris or sediment which can harm the engine, and make sure it's diluted properly. It's imperative to have this checked each 15,000 miles to make sure you catch all issues before they cause unsafe damage. When it comes to your 2015 Mercedes-Benz S 550 engine, it's better safe than sorry.

What kind of coolant does 2015 Mercedes-Benz S 550 use?

There are decent types and colors of coolant from inorganic to organic to hybrid. To make things even more confusing, the color of the coolant doesn't always mean the same thing. It's awesome to reference your 2015 Mercedes-Benz S 550 owner's manual for the exact type of coolant needed and the particular intervals in which you should have a coolant flush service completed. Or you can call one of our Mercedes-Benz S 550 trained service technicians for any information you need. We can also schedule you an appointment to make convinced the honorable coolant is used. Give Mercedes-Benz of Tampa a call today!

What color coolant does 2015 Mercedes-Benz S 550 use?

It's exciting to understand that color doesn't matter. While most Organic Acid Technology (OAT) coolants are usually orange, yellow, red or purple, Hybrid Organic Acid Technology (HOAT) coolants are orange and yellow. There's quite a bit of overlap. Then you have Inorganic Acid Technology (IAT) coolants that are usually green, however, some manufacturers sell them in blue. At the end of the day, always be courageous to read the bottle to confirm the type of coolant you're using. When browsing for the right coolant for your 2015 Mercedes-Benz S 550, you need to always check your owner's manual. The easiest way to confirm you are using the right coolant is to send your 2015 Mercedes-Benz S 550 to Mercedes-Benz of Tampa or give us a call at 8135438419. Schedule service online and use one of our copious coolant flush coupons to save today.