2012 Acura RDX Coolant

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2012 Acura RDX 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 freezing point of the liquid. In colder climates, this is extremely vital. Interestingly enough, this isn't the first time you've heard of ethylene glycol as it is the main ingredient in the common 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 polite 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 specialists at Coggin Acura Fort Pierce a call at 7727424342 or schedule service online and let one of our technicians and service consultants handle your coolant flush.

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

Coggin Acura offers a mixture 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 Coggin Acura Fort Pierce directly at a exciting price.

How do I know if I need a coolant flush in my 2012 Acura RDX?

Common symptoms that your 2012 Acura RDX needs a coolant flush are:

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

How much coolant does a 2012 Acura RDX take or need?

Every make and model requires a slightly contrasting level of coolant. To see the precise amount necessary you should always check your 2012 Acura RDX owner's manual. Give us a call or bring your vehicle to Coggin Acura Fort Pierce and we'll solution each questions you have on coolant levels.

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

What happens if my 2012 Acura RDX runs out of coolant?

Your 2012 Acura RDX doesn't have to run out of coolant for troubles to start. Dilution levels need to be within a accurate percentage variety or your 2012 Acura RDX engine elements can start to rust, break, or become irreparably damaged. If you run out of coolant entirely 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.

What color coolant does 2012 Acura RDX use?

It's extensive to understand that color doesn't matter. While most Organic Acid Technology (OAT) coolants are commonly 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 commonly green, however, some manufacturers sell them in blue. At the end of the day, always be bold to read the bottle to confirm the type of coolant you're using. When considering for the right coolant for your 2012 Acura RDX, you need to always check your owner's manual. The easiest way to confirm you are using the right coolant is to send your 2012 Acura RDX to Coggin Acura Fort Pierce or give us a call at 7727424342. Schedule service online and use one of our many coolant flush coupons to save today.

How long does 2012 Acura RDX coolant last?

How typically 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 personal information on what intervals your coolant needs to be changed, check your 2012 Acura RDX maintenance schedule within your owner's manual or give Coggin Acura Fort Pierce a call at 7727424342 now and ask one of our factory-trained mechanics 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 2012 Acura RDX 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 exciting to reference your 2012 Acura RDX owner's manual for the distinct type of coolant needed and the particular intervals in which you should have a coolant flush service completed. Or you can call one of our Acura RDX trained service mechanics for any information you need. We can also schedule you an appointment to make sure the noble coolant is used. Give Coggin Acura Fort Pierce a call today!

How often should you change coolant in a 2012 Acura RDX?

Typically, you should have your 2012 Acura RDX 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 Coggin Acura Fort Pierce, we will check your fluid levels and analyze it for debris or sediment which can harm the engine, and make sure it's diluted accordingly. It's notable to have this checked every 15,000 miles to make sure you catch any issues before they cause alarming damage. When it comes to your 2012 Acura RDX engine, it's better safe than sorry.