Why is the coolant warning on my Mercedes?
Other symptoms of engine damage are if the engine fails to crank, as well as presence of Mercedes coolant in the oil. The oil would have a milky appearance if this were the case. Why is the CD220 displaying a warning “Coolant, visit workshop” though no Mercedes coolant is leaking nor is the car overheating?
Can a car have the wrong coolant in it?
It doesn’t have problems when going 65MPH or so. Could this cause this kind of problem? As long as you don’t mix the two coolants together you should not have any problem. I run “green” coolant in my GM that came with Dexcool, and have been for more than 5 years.
Can you use universal coolant on a Mercedes Benz?
There may be universal coolants available to use, you may want to know which specific Mercedes Benz coolant should be used for your car. Apart from this warning lights, leakage, and engine problems can be a result of Mercedes coolant system problems and a wrong diagnosis or delay in repair can be detrimental.
Why does coolant disappear from the engine reservoir?
Call it antifreeze, a coolant, or even radiator fluid; the purpose is to maintain the engine’s cool. There may be times when the coolant system may fail due to one reason or another. The mystery arises though when magically the coolant disappearing from reservoir is noticed with no potential signs of leakage. Has this happened with your car too?
What happens if you mix the wrong coolant in your car?
Don’t do it. If you do, the engine probably won’t explode immediately but mixing or using the wrong coolant is likely to cause engine damage and possible engine failure over time. Booking with an AutoGuru professional mechanic to inspect and replace your coolant can save you from making any coolant blunders.
Can a car coolant be used with a corrosive inhibitor?
: only contain corrosive inhibitors. There are different inhibitors in the various type B coolants and they are not necessarily compatible with one another. Inhibitors provide a layer of protection for the metal or alloy engine components. When these break down, it raises the likelihood of engine corrosion.
Where does the coolant go in an engine?
It then flows to the radiator where it itself is cooled before heading back to the engine to start the process again. Coolant also inhibits corrosion and scale build-up inside the engine and throughout the other components through which it moves.
What happens if you mix coolant in Canada?
The same make and model of vehicle may use different coolant in Canada to one driven in Australia. Mixing or using a coolant that is not recommended for a vehicle can lead to corrosion and damage not just to the engine but to components such as the water pump, radiator hoses and cylinder head gasket.