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2013 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 Coolant

Coolant, as it relates to vehicles, is mostly 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 cut the cold point of the liquid. In colder climates, this is extremely necessary. Interestingly enough, this isn't the initial time you've heard of ethylene glycol as it is the main ingredient in the old 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 fair coolant.

You can invest ready-made mixtures of coolant that already have water added, or you can invest full-strength antifreeze which needs to be diluted with distilled water before being added to the engine system. Give the specialists at Mercedes-Benz of Fort Pierce a call at 7725772694 or schedule service online and let one of our technicians and service advisors handle your coolant flush.

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

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What kind of coolant does 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 use?

There are many 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 prime to reference your 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 owner's manual for the singular type of coolant imperative and the particular intervals in which you should have a coolant flush service completed. Or you can call one of our Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 trained service technicians for any information you need. We can also schedule you an appointment to make sure the honest coolant is used. Give Mercedes-Benz of Fort Pierce a call today!

How much coolant does a 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 take or need?

Every make and model requires a slightly diverse level of coolant. To see the coherent amount troublesome you should always check your 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 owner's manual. Give us a call or bring your vehicle to Mercedes-Benz of Fort Pierce and we'll solution all questions you have on coolant levels.

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

2013 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 Coolant Flush

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

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

How often should you change coolant in a 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300?

Typically, you should have your 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 coolant flush completed every 30,000 miles or every two years. There are some instances where your vehicle can go without a flush for a longer period of time. When you transport your vehicle into Mercedes-Benz of Fort Pierce, 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 relentless 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 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 engine, it's better safe than contrite.

How long does 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 coolant last?

How often you need to flush and replenish your vehicle's coolant relies on the type of coolant. There are frequent 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 interchanged, check your 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 maintenance schedule within your owner's manual or give Mercedes-Benz of Fort Pierce a call at 7725772694 today 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 color coolant does 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 use?

It's meaningful 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 bold to read the bottle to confirm the type of coolant you're using. When considering for the right coolant for your 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, you need to always check your owner's manual. The easiest way to confirm you are using the right coolant is to send your 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 to Mercedes-Benz of Fort Pierce or give us a call at 7725772694. Schedule service online and use one of our several coolant flush coupons to save now.

How do I know if I need a coolant flush in my 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300?

Common symptoms that your 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 needs a coolant flush are:

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

What happens if my 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 runs out of coolant?

Your 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 doesn't have to run out of coolant for troubles to start. Dilution levels need to be within a critical percentage fluctuate or your 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 engine components can start to rust, break, or become irreparably damaged. If you run out of coolant fully due to a leak or scanty fluid levels, your entire engine system can be compromised from the gaskets to the pistons or even the engine block itself.