Why does my antifreeze keep getting low?
Causes of Coolant Loss External leaks from radiator hoses, connections between hoses, or from the radiator itself. Radiator cap leaks due to a faulty seal on the cap where the pressurized coolant can leak out. Internal leaks where coolant may leak out of places such as the engine’s head gasket.
Why is there antifreeze all over my engine?
You definitely have a leak somewhere in the cooling system. The spraying of coolant in the engine compartment occurs after the cooling system pressurizes. When pressure begins to build in the cooling system, coolant will be forced out much like a spray nozzle from a water hose.
What does it mean when my Mercedes says Check coolant level?
If the coolant warning light becomes illuminated on your dashboard as you’re driving along, it’s a certain sign that your engine is overheating. In order for your car to work, a series of explosions are created in the combustion chamber.
What kind of coolant is in Mercedes Benz anti freeze?
Read the backs of these two containers of coolant. Note the Mercedes-Benz coolant con- tains forms of borate (sodium tetraborate) and benzoate (sodium benzoate) as well as silicates. The other anti-freeze contains only organic acids (2-EHA and neo-decanoate).
How often should I Flush my Mercedes Benz coolant?
To maximize corrosion protection and prolong engine life, flushing your Mercedes-Benz coolant antifreeze every 4 to 5 years or every 50,000 – 60,000 miles is recommended. Why?
What happens if you mix Mercedes coolant with water?
As noted in the information above, mixing a Mercedes coolant specification with generic universal coolant antifreeze will cause an adverse chemical reaction with the existing coolant and contaminates the cooling system. The only reason to top off your coolant system with water is for emergency reasons.
Can you use green coolant on a Mercedes C320?
Green coolant should not be used unless green coolant has originally been flushed. Mixing coolants can result in them gelling up together. How can Mercedes coolant be successfully changed on the C320 (2001 model)?