Ram 1500 Coolant

Ram 1500 Coolant

Coolant, as it relates to vehicles, is usually a liquid or gas substance used to regulate the temperature of your engine. Liquid coolants are usually 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 exceedingly essential. This seemingly isn't the first time you've heard of ethylene glycol as it is the main 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 create 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 technicians and service advisors handle your coolant flush.

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

Estes CDJR offers a wide range of coolant flush coupons to support 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 great price.

What happens if my Ram 1500 runs out of coolant?

Your Ram 1500 doesn't have to run out of coolant for troubles to start. Dilution levels need to be within a precise percentage range or your Ram 1500 engine parts can start to rust, break, or become irreplaceably broken. If you run out of coolant completely 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 Ram 1500?

Normally, you should have your Ram 1500 coolant flush finished every 30,000 miles or every 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 essential to have this checked every 15,000 miles to make sure you catch any issues before they cause dramatic damage. When it comes to your Ram 1500 engine, it's better secure than sorry.

What color coolant does Ram 1500 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, nonetheless, 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 correct coolant for your Ram 1500, you need to always check your owner's manual. The easiest way to confirm you are using the right coolant is to send your Ram 1500 to Bill Estes Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM or give us a call at 3178540239. Schedule service online and use one of our multiple coolant flush coupons to save today.

Ram 1500 Coolant Flush

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

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

How do I know if I need a coolant flush in my Ram 1500?

Common symptoms that your Ram 1500 needs a coolant flush are:

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

How much coolant does a Ram 1500 take or need?

Every make and model requires a distinct level of coolant. To see the precise amount needed you should repeatedly check your Ram 1500 owner's manual. Give us a call or bring your car 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 vehicle engine is cool before checking your coolant level.

What kind of coolant does Ram 1500 use?

There are numerous types and colors of coolant from inorganic to organic to hybrid. To make things even more puzzling, the color of the coolant doesn't always mean the same thing. It's vital to reference your Ram 1500 owner's manual for the particular type of coolant needed and the particular intervals in which you should have a coolant flush service concluded. Or you can call one of our Ram 1500 factory certified service technicians for any data you need. We can likewise schedule you an appointment to make sure the correct coolant is used. Give Bill Estes Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM a call today!

How long does Ram 1500 coolant last?

How often you need to flush and replenish your vehicle's coolant relies on the type of coolant. There are multiple types of coolants. 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 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 particular details on what intervals your coolant needs to be changed, check your Ram 1500 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.