2015 Mercedes-Benz GLK 350 Coolant

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2015 Mercedes-Benz GLK 350 Coolant

Coolant, as it relates to vehicles, is commonly 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 bitter point of the liquid. In colder climates, this is exceedingly troublesome. Interestingly enough, this isn't the first time you've heard of ethylene glycol as it is the principal ingredient in the traditional 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 cordial coolant.

You can purchase ready-made mixtures of coolant that already have water extra, or you can purchase full-strength antifreeze which needs to be diluted with distilled water before being extra to the engine system. Give the mentors 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 specific coolant that is admirable to exact years and models. There are many colors of coolants to help distinguish each including green, blue, yellow, purple red, and orange. It is severe to do your research if you plan to buy, flush, or replace the coolant in your vehicle. Many models will not be correct even with "universal" coolants or antifreeze.

Mercedes-Benz of Fort Pierce 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 Fort Pierce directly at a useful price.

How often should you change coolant in a 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLK 350?

Typically, you should have your 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLK 350 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 bring 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 courageous it's diluted correctly. It's crucial to have this checked every 15,000 miles to make courageous you catch any issues before they cause critical break. When it comes to your 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLK 350 engine, it's better reliable than sorry.

How much coolant does a 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLK 350 take or need?

Every make and model requires a slightly disparate level of coolant. To see the careful payment basic you should always check your 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLK 350 owner's manual. Give us a call or bring your vehicle to Mercedes-Benz of Fort Pierce and we'll resolution any questions you have on coolant levels.

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

What color coolant does 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLK 350 use?

It's exacting 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 fearless to read the bottle to confirm the type of coolant you are using. When looking for the right coolant for your 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLK 350, you need to always check your owner's manual. The easiest way to confirm you are using the right coolant is to send your 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLK 350 to Mercedes-Benz of Fort Pierce or give us a call at 7725772694. Schedule service online and use one of our frequent coolant flush coupons to save today.

How long does 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLK 350 coolant last?

How mostly you need to flush and replenish your vehicle's coolant relies on the type of coolant. There are several 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 precise information on what intervals your coolant needs to be changed, check your 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLK 350 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 kind of coolant does 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLK 350 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 paramount to reference your 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLK 350 owner's manual for the specific type of coolant decisive and the accessible intervals in which you should have a coolant flush service completed. Or you can call one of our Mercedes-Benz GLK 350 professional service technicians for any information you need. We can also schedule you an appointment to make sure the possible coolant is used. Give Mercedes-Benz of Fort Pierce a call today!

How do I know if I need a coolant flush in my 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLK 350?

Common symptoms that your 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLK 350 needs a coolant flush are:

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

What happens if my 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLK 350 runs out of coolant?

Your 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLK 350 doesn't have to run out of coolant for troubles to start. Dilution levels need to be within a acknowledged percentage differ or your 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLK 350 engine components can start to rust, break, or become irreparably damaged. If you run out of coolant altogether due to a leak or poor fluid levels, your entire engine system can be compromised from the gaskets to the pistons or even the engine block itself.