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Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport 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 ordinarily half water and half ethylene glycol. Water is used to transfer heat while ethylene glycol is used to lower the cold point of the liquid. In colder climates, this is extremely decisive. Interestingly enough, this isn't the first time you've heard of ethylene glycol as it is the main ingredient in the well-known 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 essential coolant.

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

Every automobile manufacturer, including Volkswagen has developed its own coolant or requires a exact coolant that is scarce to clear years and models. There are several colors of coolants to help distinguish each including green, blue, red, purple yellow, and orange. It is troublesome to do your research if you plan to invest, flush, or replace the coolant in your vehicle. Many models will not be applicable even with "universal" coolants or antifreeze.

Volkswagen Alpharetta offers a variety of coolant flush coupons to aid 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 superb price.

How much coolant does a VW Atlas Cross Sport take or need?

Every make and model requires a slightly distinct level of coolant. To see the exact deposit basic you should always check your VW Atlas Cross Sport owner's manual. Give us a call or bring your vehicle to Nalley Volkswagen of Alpharetta and we'll answer any questions you have on coolant levels.

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

What color coolant does Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport use?

It's notable 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 hopeful to learn the bottle to confirm the type of coolant you're using. When looking for the right coolant for your VW Atlas Cross Sport, you need to always check your owner's manual. The easiest way to confirm you are using the right coolant is to send your Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport to Nalley Volkswagen of Alpharetta or give us a call at 7706299081. Schedule service online and use one of our innumerable coolant flush coupons to save at this moment.

Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport Coolant Flush

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

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

How long does VW Atlas Cross Sport coolant last?

How constantly 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 certain information on what intervals your coolant needs to be changed, check your Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport 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.

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

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

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

What kind of coolant does Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport use?

There are bountiful 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 learn the same thing. It's basic to reference your VW Atlas Cross Sport owner's manual for the extra type of coolant crucial and the peculiar intervals in which you should have a coolant flush service completed. Or you can call one of our VW Atlas Cross Sport experienced service technicians for each information you need. We can also schedule you an appointment to make sure the correct coolant is used. Give Nalley Volkswagen of Alpharetta a call today!

What happens if my Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport runs out of coolant?

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

How often should you change coolant in a Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport?

Typically, you should have your VW Atlas Cross Sport 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 hopeful it's diluted perfectly. It's basic to have this checked every 15,000 miles to make hopeful you catch any issues before they cause alarming damage. When it comes to your VW Atlas Cross Sport engine, it's better safe than sorry.