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Chrysler 300 Coolant

Coolant, as it relates to vehicles, is normally 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 lower the freezing point of the liquid. In colder climates, this is extremely important. This undoubtedly isn't the first time you've heard of ethylene glycol as it is the principal 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 mixed to design the correct 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 Bill Estes Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM a call at 3178540239 or schedule service online and let one of our mechanics and service advisors handle your coolant flush.

Every vehicle manufacturer, including Chrysler has developed its own coolant or requires a specific coolant that is unique to individual years and models. There are various colors of coolants to help distinguish every including blue, green, red, yellow, purple and orange. It is vital to do your research if you plan to buy, flush, or replace the coolant in your vehicle. Multiple models will not be compatible even with "universal" coolants or antifreeze.

Estes CDJR offers a wide range 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 Bill Estes Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM directly at a wonderful price.

How long does Chrysler 300 coolant last?

How usually you need to flush and replenish your vehicle's coolant relies on the type of coolant. There are numerous types of coolants. Up until the mid-1990s there was relatively 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 advised 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 precise facts on what intervals your coolant needs to be changed, check your Chrysler 300 maintenance schedule within your owner's manual or give Bill Estes Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM a call at 3178540239 today and ask one of our OEM-trained technicians or advisers. You can again book an appointment online and we'll take care of your coolant service for you.

What kind of coolant does Chrysler 300 use?

There are multiple types and colors of coolant from inorganic to organic to hybrid. To make things even more disconcerting, the color of the coolant doesn't consistently mean the same thing. It's important to reference your Chrysler 300 owner's manual for the exact type of coolant required and the exact intervals in which you should have a coolant flush service completed. Or you can call one of our Chrysler 300 factory certified service technicians for any data you need. We can still schedule you an appointment to make sure the right coolant is used. Give Bill Estes Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM a call today!

What color coolant does Chrysler 300 use?

It's critical to understand that color doesn't matter. While most Organic Acid Technology (OAT) coolants are normally orange, yellow, red or purple, Hybrid Organic Acid Technology (HOAT) coolants are orange and yellow. So evidently, there's quite a bit of overlap. Then you have Inorganic Acid Technology (IAT) coolants that are normally green, yet, some manufacturers sell them in blue. At the end of the day, regularly be sure to read the bottle to confirm the type of coolant you're utilizing. When looking for the right coolant for your Chrysler 300, you need to regularly check your owner's manual. The easiest way to confirm you are utilizing the right coolant is to send your Chrysler 300 to Bill Estes Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM or give us a call at 3178540239. Schedule service online and use one of our numerous coolant flush coupons to save today.

How much coolant does a Chrysler 300 take or need?

Every make and model requires a distinct level of coolant. To see the precise amount necessary you should repeatedly check your Chrysler 300 owner's manual. Give us a call or bring your vehicle to Bill Estes Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM and we'll answer any questions you have on coolant levels.

WARNING - To avoid burns, make sure your car engine is cool before checking your coolant level.

Chrysler 300 Coolant Flush

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

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

How do I know if I need a coolant flush in my Chrysler 300?

Common symptoms that your Chrysler 300 needs a coolant flush are:

  • Your heater may stop working
  • Sediment or rust will be visible in the coolant
  • Your temperature gauge will read far above normal with the engine on for a few minutes.
  • Coolant will usually leak out when the engine is functioning. Check the ground when you park.
  • Steam will come from the radiator or hood
  • Sometimes, albeit unlikely, you'll be able to smell an odd burning odor coming from under the hood.
  • Unexpected grinding noises can come from the engine
  • Your check engine light may turn on

What happens if my Chrysler 300 runs out of coolant?

Your Chrysler 300 doesn't have to run out of coolant for troubles to start. Dilution levels need to be within a exact percentage range or your Chrysler 300 engine parts can start to rust, break, or become irreplaceably broken. If you run out of coolant entirely due to a leak or poor fluid levels, your whole engine system can be compromised from the gaskets to the pistons or even the engine block itself.

How often should you change coolant in a Chrysler 300?

Normally, you should have your Chrysler 300 coolant flush concluded each 30,000 miles or each two years. There are certain instances where your vehicle can go without a flush for a longer period of time. When you bring your vehicle into Bill Estes Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM, we will check your fluid levels and check out it for debris or sediment which can harm the engine, and make sure it's diluted correctly. It's important to have this checked each 15,000 miles to make sure you catch any issues before they cause dramatic damage. When it comes to your Chrysler 300 engine, it's better safe than sorry.