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Mercedes-Benz S 560 Coolant

Coolant, as it relates to vehicles, is typically a liquid or gas substance used to regulate the temperature of your engine. Liquid coolants are normally half water and half ethylene glycol. Water is used to transfer heat while ethylene glycol is used to lower the freezing point of the liquid. In colder climates, this is immensely instinctive. Interestingly enough, this isn't the original time you've heard of ethylene glycol as it is the imperative ingredient in the popular 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 added, or you can purchase full-strength antifreeze which needs to be diluted with distilled water before being added 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 mentors handle your coolant flush.

Every vehicle manufacturer, including Mercedes-Benz has developed its own coolant or requires a decisive coolant that is scarce to definite years and models. There are bountiful colors of coolants to help distinguish each including green, yellow, blue, purple red, and orange. It is laborious to do your research if you plan to purchase, flush, or replace the coolant in your vehicle. Bountiful models will not be compatible 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 purchase coolant or antifreeze from Mercedes-Benz of Tampa directly at a terrific price.

Mercedes-Benz S 560 Coolant Flush

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

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

What happens if my Mercedes-Benz S 560 runs out of coolant?

Your Mercedes-Benz S 560 doesn't have to run out of coolant for troubles to start. Dilution levels need to be within a actual percentage vary or your Mercedes-Benz S 560 engine elements can start to rust, damage, or become irreparably damaged. If you run out of coolant absolutely due to a leak or low fluid levels, your entire engine system can be compromised from the gaskets to the pistons or even the engine block itself.

How long does Mercedes-Benz S 560 coolant last?

How often you need to flush and replenish your vehicle's coolant relies on the type of coolant. There are innumerable 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 definite information on what intervals your coolant needs to be replaced, check your Mercedes-Benz S 560 maintenance schedule within your owner's manual or give Mercedes-Benz of Tampa a call at 8135438419 straightaway and ask one of our factory-trained technicians or advisers. You can also book an appointment online and we'll take care of your coolant service for you.

What kind of coolant does Mercedes-Benz S 560 use?

There are copious 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 endorse the same thing. It's hard to reference your Mercedes-Benz S 560 owner's manual for the exact type of coolant crucial and the particular intervals in which you should have a coolant flush service completed. Or you can call one of our Mercedes-Benz S 560 competent service mechanics for any information you need. We can also schedule you an appointment to make convinced the accessible coolant is used. Give Mercedes-Benz of Tampa a call today!

How much coolant does a Mercedes-Benz S 560 take or need?

Every make and model requires a slightly assorted level of coolant. To see the correct amount basic you should always check your Mercedes-Benz S 560 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 stop burns, make sure your vehicle engine is agreeable before checking your coolant level.

How often should you change coolant in a Mercedes-Benz S 560?

Typically, you should have your Mercedes-Benz S 560 coolant flush completed every 30,000 miles or every two years. There are some instances where your car can go without a flush for a longer period of time. When you bring your car into Mercedes-Benz of Tampa, we will check your fluid levels and observe it for debris or sediment which can harm the engine, and make sure it's diluted accordingly. It's vital to have this checked every 15,000 miles to make sure you catch any issues before they cause relentless damage. When it comes to your Mercedes-Benz S 560 engine, it's better safe than sorry.

How do I know if I need a coolant flush in my Mercedes-Benz S 560?

Common symptoms that your Mercedes-Benz S 560 needs a coolant flush are:

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

What color coolant does Mercedes-Benz S 560 use?

It's exquisite to understand that color doesn't matter. While most Organic Acid Technology (OAT) coolants are frequently 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 frequently green, however, some manufacturers sell them in blue. At the end of the day, always be sure to read the bottle to confirm the type of coolant you're using. When looking for the right coolant for your Mercedes-Benz S 560, you need to always check your owner's manual. The easiest way to confirm you are using the right coolant is to send your Mercedes-Benz S 560 to Mercedes-Benz of Tampa or give us a call at 8135438419. Schedule service online and use one of our bountiful coolant flush coupons to save instantly.