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VW Atlas Coolant

Coolant, as it relates to vehicles, is naturally a liquid or gas substance used to regulate the temperature of your engine. Liquid coolants are frequently half water and half ethylene glycol. Water is used to transfer heat while ethylene glycol is used to lower the brisk point of the liquid. In colder climates, this is exceptionally essential. Interestingly enough, this isn't the first time you've heard of ethylene glycol as it is the principal ingredient in the plain 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 respectable coolant.

You can purchase ready-made mixtures of coolant that already have water increased, or you can purchase full-strength antifreeze which needs to be diluted with distilled water before being increased to the engine system. Give the experts at Nalley Volkswagen of Alpharetta a call at 7706299081 or schedule service online and let one of our technicians and service experts handle your coolant flush.

Every vehicle manufacturer, incorporating Volkswagen has developed its own coolant or requires a understandable coolant that is unique to personal years and models. There are many colors of coolants to help distinguish each including purple green, red, yellow, blue, and orange. It is vital to do your research if you plan to purchase, flush, or replace the coolant in your vehicle. Frequent models will not be compatible even with "universal" coolants or antifreeze.

Volkswagen Alpharetta offers a range 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 Nalley Volkswagen of Alpharetta directly at a tremendous price.

How long does VW Atlas coolant last?

How often you need to flush and replenish your vehicle's coolant relies on the type of coolant. There are many 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 diverse information on what intervals your coolant needs to be changed, check your VW Atlas maintenance schedule within your owner's manual or give Nalley Volkswagen of Alpharetta a call at 7706299081 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 Volkswagen Atlas use?

It's big 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 positive to read the bottle to confirm the type of coolant you're using. When glancing for the right coolant for your VW Atlas, you need to always check your owner's manual. The easiest way to confirm you are using the right coolant is to send your VW Atlas to Nalley Volkswagen of Alpharetta or give us a call at 7706299081. Schedule service online and use one of our many coolant flush coupons to save today.

How often should you change coolant in a VW Atlas?

Typically, you should have your Volkswagen Atlas 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 Nalley Volkswagen of Alpharetta, we will check your fluid levels and inspect it for debris or sediment which can harm the engine, and make sure it's diluted accurately. It's natural to have this checked every 15,000 miles to make sure you catch each issues before they cause alarming damage. When it comes to your Volkswagen Atlas engine, it's better safe than sorry.

How much coolant does a VW Atlas take or need?

Every make and model requires a slightly divergent level of coolant. To see the exact amount major you should always check your Volkswagen Atlas owner's manual. Give us a call or bring your vehicle to Nalley Volkswagen of Alpharetta and we'll solution any questions you have on coolant levels.

WARNING - To avert burns, make sure your car engine is charming before checking your coolant level.

What kind of coolant does VW Atlas use?

There are copious 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 important to reference your VW Atlas owner's manual for the definite type of coolant needed and the distinct intervals in which you should have a coolant flush service completed. Or you can call one of our VW Atlas trained service technicians for any information you need. We can also schedule you an appointment to make satisfied the correct coolant is used. Give Nalley Volkswagen of Alpharetta a call today!

How do I know if I need a coolant flush in my VW Atlas?

Common symptoms that your VW Atlas needs a coolant flush are:

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

Volkswagen Atlas Coolant Flush

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

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

What happens if my VW Atlas runs out of coolant?

Your VW Atlas doesn't have to run out of coolant for troubles to start. Dilution levels need to be within a certain percentage range or your VW Atlas engine components can start to rust, break, or become irreparably damaged. If you run out of coolant entirely 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.