coolent change

[R_U_AFA]

Hi,i'm thinking of changing coolent/flushing system on my felicia but are finding it hard to get the recomended antifreeze (what original skoda handbook says). Could i just use the new type antifreeze  G12++/ G13? Also if i use this would the coolent still need changing every 3 years, or would it become like a modern day "sealed for life system" and not need changing in future.

[TeflonTom]

the g12 coolant can be bought from the skoda dealer, i'd be shocked if the parts people didnt have it in stock, it comes in 1.5L bottles if i recall, most motor factors will sell it too

[R_U_AFA]

Thanks, Done a bit of research the problem was I'd been looking for antifreeze with spec TL-VW 774B (G11) which is be an older specification that why i couldn't find any (thats what you get when looking at a handvbook that was printed 18 years ago)

 It seems that you right G12 (TL-VW 774D) would be fine and it lasts for up to 5 years insted of the 3 years for the older type antfreeze.

But @ about 50p diffrence per litre a might as well go all out and get the most recent G13 TL-VW 774J, I don't think it will damage my engine at all.

[TeflonTom]

yes, but it's not a good idea to mix types, make sure you purge the entire cooling system if you are going to use the new-fangled g13, i did read somewhere that certain types of OAT coolant should only be used in alloy engine blocks, it's worth checking with the supplying dealer

[R_U_AFA]

Thanks, will ask about coolent because the 1.3 does have cast iron liners. If not i'll use The G12 type no point in ruining the system for sake of £2. Going to do a full flush anyway make sure all the system is a as clean a posiable.

[gmrtn14]

Had no issues just firing in Euro Car Parts own brand OAT coolant when I changed the radiator in my 1.9D, I doubt it'd make a great deal of difference which grade you use providing you don't mix them.

[VWD]

For the genuine stuff, may I recommend VAG TPS.

[trundlenut]

The genuine stuff is now G13 which replaced G12++

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