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Ford Has Discontinued The Use Of Specialty Orange Coolant. What Do You Do Now? Should You Trust The New Yellow Coolant? I Explain It's Compatibility In Easy To Understand Layman's Terms.
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[@balesmith8936]

no worries Jake about not being scietist we all are just regular dudes, and that is exactly how to make a regular video for us . thx

[@CHEECHMUN]

Backwards compatible, that's all I needed to know! Thank you, Dude who keeps his truck, in shape!!!!

[@JakeInGeorgia]

201,000 miles and counting! Thanks!

[@JakeInGeorgia]

240,000 now

[@manuelramirez-zt8de]

Thanks for the video man very informative

[@JakeInGeorgia]

You’re welcome. Thanks for watching and if you could hit that subscribe button it helps me out. Have a great day.

[@Saved_The_Day]

Thanks for the info! I have a 2017 Ford Taurus Limited and also a 2018 Ford Taurus SEL. Both have the 3.5L NA V-6. Both also have the orange coolant. Both need topping off so I went to my local Ford dealer and they told me to use the new Yellow concentrate to top off the cars. At first I was freaking out because so many KZbin channels talk about not mixing colors because the coolant could turn into a jelly like substance blocking coolant passages, etc. So, thank you for the reassurance and also my dealership reassured me it's fine. It does look tasty though, kinda like a icy cold Mountain Dew!

[@JakeInGeorgia]

Yep! You’ll be fine. It’s backwards compatible. What I would recommend though is that you completely remove the orange coolant from your system at your earliest convenience and replace it entirely with the yellow. The orange is known to be acidic and will prematurely wear out components like the water pump.

[@scooterget-r-done9015]

Thanks for the Info my FORD Friend!!

[@JakeInGeorgia]

Anytime bud!

[@mikimiki195]

When I mix I just use 5galon bucket no waste and I know it’s mixed correctly 👍🏻 good video

[@dabosman43]

Cool vid man thanx

[@JakeInGeorgia]

You’re welcome!

[@sabriahmed2976]

Thank you so much

[@earlbutkay251]

Awesome no nonsense thanks

[@JakeInGeorgia]

Anytime!

[@waltertaylor9615]

JIG Ford has the internal water pump issues so I'm trying to prolong the lifespan of the orginal wp Iwent to Ford for coolant flush for my 17 explorer interceptor and Ford installed 2 gals of VC13 D, and 1 CFK Coolant F (Not sure what CFK is) but my question is am I safe with what they installed or should I get another flush?

[@dustbat]

Interesting cb mount. Like pre mixing all the time. Years ago I replaced a water pump on a falcon 6. Poured in anti frz straight and it wiped out the permatex. Had to pull pump off and re-do. From then on I pre mixed.

[@JakeInGeorgia]

The cb mount is just a universal mount I bought from a local shop. It does have a ground wire coming off but that’s because at one time I thought I had a bad ground. Turned out that the cable going from the radio to the antenna was bad. I just never took the ground wire off when I replaced the cable.

[@pilot3016]

Is this Good for use in a 2001 "Diesel" F-350?

[@j.t.cooper2963]

There are only two manufacturers of ethylene Glycol in the U.S. Prestone and Union Carbide. I filled my 2006 crown Vic with new yellow stuff from Prestone. Thats who makes it for Ford.

[@HypnoticSuggestion]

I just got 3 bottles of prediluted for my Taurus interceptor. The internal water pumps in these and the Edge, Explorer and so on are probably a huge reason for this change. They preserve the pump far better supposedly.

[@JakeInGeorgia]

I hear that too. And I believe it. I replaced a water pump while using the old orange fluid. Buying prediluted isn’t a bad thing if you’re looking for a jug to keep in the vehicle ready to go. For the garage, I recommend buying the concentrate and mixing it up 50/50 with distilled water. Then just keep the mixture in your garage. Better bang for your buck!

[@mygt8a4re]

It doesn't just preserve the pump per say, the newer coolant is likely to lessen deterioration of the rubber hoses, seals, internal plastics and aluminum in the radiator and heater core. It's not just the "internal" water pump at risk or cause of coolant system failure. A little more "R&D" would have been helpful to longevity here 😉

[@Guillotines_For_Globalists]

@@JakeInGeorgia According to FordTechMakuloco the new Yellow fluid is super incompatible with non-distilled water. A word of warning for those who might not know to mix properly WITHOUT tap water or even worse, well water.

[@JakeInGeorgia]

@@Guillotines_For_Globalists it’s probably best to always use distilled water no matter what but that’s my two cents.

[@Guillotines_For_Globalists]

@@JakeInGeorgia It absolutely is, but not everyone will know or care to use distilled water "and pay more for it." Also when you are flushing your system with a garden hose that water is definitely not distilled and there's no good way to ensure that ALL of it gets purged from the system.

[@howusu1231]

Oh yeah the Ford Gold is the BASF Glysantin 05 aka G05. Same tech that Chrysler was using before they switched to the CCI sourced OAT with the tri-dye coloring. And yup Chrysler switched because of the CAB flux issue as well.

[@mygt8a4re]

Are you taking about the issue with the aluminum and coolant corrosion?

[@cupramir]

For the Mustang GT with orange, which would be the most recommended? Prestone Yellow?

[@j.t.cooper2963]

I put the yellow Prestone in my 2006 Crown Vic that had orange in it and it has worked out fine for the last 2 years it says you can mix them but I decided to do a flush. Prestone makes the yellow Motorcraft for Ford. It really is the same thing.

[@frankmontez6853]

I've 2016 Focus SE 2.0L and why does Ford not recommend alcohol or methanal coolant ? The one I just bought is supposed to be universal..but it's ethylene glycol

[@JakeInGeorgia]

Well, I can’t answer for anything Ford does as I have no association with them or their business. Practically speaking, it could be because alcohol evaporated faster, or maybe it’s because they think the blend of coolant transfers heat better, or it could be because of its acidity level, or it could be because of how the coolant reacts with the rubbers and plastics that it is traveling through. It could be any number of things. However, it usually boils down to $$$$. If I’ve learned one thing from working on vehicles it’s that if you have to ask why something was done a certain way rather than another... the answer is typically money $$.

[@GreatGrandmasterWang]

That coolant looks really tasty and refreshing

[@xenomorph7299]

I use it as a disinfectant on cuts.

[@mygt8a4re]

@Xenomorph I bathe my dogs in it, really cools them off! 👍

[@xenomorph7299]

@@mygt8a4re I take big shits and eat it.

[@gregt8638]

...and everyone's liver failed🤢

[@armadillotoe]

What about the old green? How far back is backward compatible?

[@JakeInGeorgia]

From what I’ve read it’s compatible with orange and SPECIALTY GREEN used in 2009-2010. Not the green that was used up through 2001.

[@howusu1231]

The Ford Yellow is the Prestone All Makes/All Models with cor-guard(phosphate) dyed yellow...a 2-EHA based OAT with phosphate The Ford Orange is the Prestone All Makes/All Models dyed orange...a straight 2-EHA based OAT The Ford dark Green is the CCI sourced FL22 also used for Mazda and Subaru...an OAT with phosphate Every OEM is changing or tweaking their factory fill coolants because of an issue with CAB flux contamination in aluminum radiators and heater cores. It's not a nitrite issue folks. It's bad engineering by radiator manufacturers that the coolant manufacturers have to deal with. New rads and cores should be flushed out with hot water before adding the coolant but the OEMs know what the problem is and see a future full of engine issues that bring cha ching in for the dealerships so no incentive to do the right thing.

[@mm-il8dg]

but fl22 and speciality dark green 2eha free while yellow has %3 or less 2 eha for 2020 version after the announcement

[@Gave-rf1hr]

@@mm-il8dg I read that if you have an FL22 system you can run this new Yellow without problems and even its an improvement

[@rds990]

I use the rainbow coolant. It's inclusive.

[@Exterminator_PvP_YT]

If you don't use rainbow coolant your car will be offended.

[@cmgzfiveonezero]

Is this good for 1999 and older year vehicles?

[@andysahs1599]

Ford says still use old green 1999 or older .

[@fruitfulfigtree2195]

If i need green for my 97 ford aspire can i just use yellow or stick to original green ?

[@JakeInGeorgia]

If it is the DARK SPECIALTY GREEN, yes. If any other green, no. Here is the bulletin: www.fcsdchemicalsandlubricants.com/quickref/FCSD%20Motorcraft%20Yellow%20Antifreeze-Coolant%20Backward%20Compatability.pdf

[@TavosMr]

@@JakeInGeorgia thanks for the information 👍

[@JakeInGeorgia]

@@TavosMr anytime! Glad to help.

[@2damaxmr2]

What is the shelf life of these when it is opened?

[@JakeInGeorgia]

Not sure but probably longer than the stuff you’re running in your vehicle since it won’t be getting dirty. I’d imagine you could keep it a damn long time.

[@valegre8244]

Can i use this for ecosport 2015?

[@JakeInGeorgia]

www.fcsdchemicalsandlubricants.com/quickref/FCSD%20Motorcraft%20Yellow%20Antifreeze-Coolant%20Backward%20Compatability.pdf

[@SY27196]

What is equivalent of this in prestone?

[@JakeInGeorgia]

Yellow

[@stephenstewart2974]

It's chemistry, as they discover better chemistry, they change the coolant. Doesn't mean they don't know what they are doing.

[@JakeInGeorgia]

I guess that means foreign auto makers are better at chemistry

[@dashcam3098]

should you use deionised water instead of distilled water

[@JakeInGeorgia]

I never have

[@beltrik3766]

What is diffence with VC13G and VC13DLG

[@JakeInGeorgia]

One is concentrate (you have to mix with distilled water) one is pre-diluted (no mixing required). I typically buy concentrate if I’m doing this as preventative maintenance in my driveway as it’s the best value for your dollar but I keep a bottle of pre-diluted in my vehicle in case of roadside emergency.

[@JolicoeurAbear]

does this only take the place of the orange? will not work in an older truck that used the green coolant?

[@JakeInGeorgia]

That is correct

[@themarvelousvintage76]

I think if you put prestone 50/50 same think

[@Exterminator_PvP_YT]

Should I use the Ford Motorcraft coolant or I can use any brand?

[@JakeInGeorgia]

I guess it comes down to preference. I used Motorcraft until this summer. I’m now running Prestone yellow with no issues to report.

[@Megadellicantera]

This new yellow Ford coolant is the exact same as the Prestone All Makes All Models coolant. Ford had a TSB to use the Prestone coolant on the transit heater core problem.

[@JakeInGeorgia]

Good info to know! Thanks for sharing.

[@mygt8a4re]

I've heard somthing similar but it was another brand of yellow coolant. Makes me wonder why we just don't use the more affordable yellow coolant that's been out there for YEARS!?

[@j.t.cooper2963]

@@mygt8a4re Prestone makes it for Ford. It's the same stuff.

[@Guillotines_For_Globalists]

@@mygt8a4re Because you just don't know if the "one size fits all" coolant will cause a compatibility issue with the existing coolant in your system. For a few bucks more it's worth the peace of mind!

[@mygt8a4re]

@@Guillotines_For_Globalists thanks for your input. I wasn't referring to mixing them though, I was referring to using/purchasing the more affordable brand that is just about the same exact coolant as the Ford product. I flushed my system over six months ago (back when I asked this question), and used the Prestone yellow coolant with no problems to date. It was even recommended by a mechanic friend to be better for the water pump seals than the red coolant that came in my vehicle when I purchased it.

[@precisiont5188]

Can you provide a link to the product?

[@JakeInGeorgia]

You really need a link to google Motorcraft yellow coolant?

[@mkl5448]

​@@JakeInGeorgiaI think this person wants you to order and deliver it directly to them. Your video clearly was not enough...silly stuff.

[@kilmarmondragon3278]

the reason of the orange is because is oat organic that is safe for the aluminum and plastic now this new yellow what kind of addictive uses organic o inorganic ??

[@JakeInGeorgia]

Orange was not safe for the metals. It was causing corrosion and failure. That’s why ford changed to yellow.

[@rhurtadorh32]

So whats vc13DLG?

[@JakeInGeorgia]

That’s the coolant

[@Condor1970]

From what I understand, it's basically identical to Prestone Platinum Universal 56/44 coolant.

[@JakeInGeorgia]

Does “basically identical” mean exactly to spec as instructed by the manufacturer?

[@Condor1970]

@@JakeInGeorgia That I don't know.

[@oscarvelasco3003]

This new coolant seems like luminous green to me instead of yellow.

[@michaelflinn2791]

I'm at the mileage where everything needs to be changed in my f150.. Spark plugs ( $40.00) flush and fill coolant ( 100.00), differential fluid ( $100.00 ) . Ouch!

[@JakeInGeorgia]

Differential fluid change is easy on our trucks. Check out my other videos for a “how to”. As far as coolant goes, since the yellow is backwards compatible, I just pull a hose, drain, top off. Repeat that a few times and you’ll basically have all new fluid in there.

[@Bigsteve123]

Go ahead and spend it now. It will save you in the end. Best thing you can do is doing your preventive maintenance. I replace some parts before they even think about failing on me lol.

[@JakeInGeorgia]

@@Bigsteve123 excellent point. We will never be completely perfect with maintenance but taking a couple minutes every couple of weeks to do a visual inspection and making sure you do the routine stuff at the right intervals can prevent a lot of headache.

[@mygt8a4re]

@Steven L spend it now.... until you find out the coolant you coughed up money for is now the wrong coolant... but seriously, preventative maintenance is key. Just skip FoMoCo's suggestions and go straight to the coolant companies who have been making the same quality coolant for several decades! 👍

[@javierreyes4236]

Do you still have what you have left lol i need maybe a quarter to top off my 🖐😜

[@JakeInGeorgia]

I got plenty!

[@yousufkan6960]

The orange coolant had the tendency to gel up in the cooling system and clog heater cores or in severe cases clog a coolant passage way and cause a head gasket leak. So ford has now discontinued the red My truck had the coolant passage clog and needed a new engine. The new engine was filled with the yellow so now I’m good.

[@JakeInGeorgia]

Good to know! I heard the orange was corrosive. The yellow is supposed to not be corrosive. I guess we shall see.

[@yousufkan6960]

@@JakeInGeorgia if i were you I would get the red coolant out

[@GreatGrandmasterWang]

What is it people? Orange or red coolant?

[@JakeInGeorgia]

@@GreatGrandmasterWang orange

[@JakeInGeorgia]

@@yousufkan6960 orange

[@wilyumfalcon4802]

What about the gold coolant

[@JakeInGeorgia]

What about it?

[@MrRmeadows]

@@JakeInGeorgia 2011 Ranger takes gold color coolant. I am also confused about what the best in that case.

[@andysahs1599]

Its not compatible With Gold or old Green Ford says still use Motorcraft Gold Coolant in cars and trucks calling for Motorcraft Gold same as with the cars and trucks calling for the old Motorcraft Premium Coolant .

[@1fnjo790]

Maybe I would spring for the first coolant change with the pricey factory recommended stuff , but after the waterpumps and all the plastic crap starts failing these vehicles tend to be self flushing Turds and I will mix 100% Zerex GL5 50/50 with Lake Michigan tap water , some Easter Egg dye for Aisian Formula, Euro Formula and recycle my Miller HighLife to make some Pee OAT for Ford Formula 🤣

[@JakeInGeorgia]

Yeah I can’t say I’m a big fan of all the plastic on a vehicle that I paid tens of thousands of dollars for but unfortunately that’s the way of life now and there ain’t no way around it.

[@mygt8a4re]

Well played, got a good laugh on this one 🤣

[@r.i.p_the_5.367]

Easter egg dye lmfaoo

[@gasrag777]

The main difference between organic and inorganic refrigerant lies precisely in these corrosion inhibitors. Inorganics use products like silicates, which tend to degrade over time, subtract effectiveness and may be a source of future breakdowns. Organics, for their part, are more stable over a longer period of time and are biodegradable, making them less harmful to the environment. Furthermore, their ability to avoid freezing is the highest, reaching nearly 40 degrees Celsius below zero.

[@emiliogoodfriend5481]

Tasty

[@jackdolphy8965]

Maybe Ford is just interested in improving their stuff. Or maybe the team that develops their coolant are seriously geeked out. If you don’t like or trust Ford why do you have one?

[@mygt8a4re]

I know I'm shaking the bag of cats here but the coolant will most likely change again. The materials within the cooling system are why the coolant needs to keep changing. The aluminum in the radiator and heater core, the rubber in the hoses, the seals, the plastics.... They all have chemical reactions with the coolant in negative ways. Ford changes the coolant as new coolant testing shows less failure than prior with these materials. But, it takes time to see these reactions (lack of R&D maybe). Then, coolant system parts tend to change over the years. Do the math. Create your own summary. I'm not a hater, I currently own 3 Fords (have owned 10 total)

[@ryanhuang8498]

Ford should have switched to POAT coolant years ago like the Asian carmakers. That way there is no need to keep changing coolant formulas.

[@mygt8a4re]

@Ryan Huang wish they did, but we both know it wasn't as cost effective.

[@ryanhuang8498]

@@mygt8a4re I think it's more about $$$ so that when it breaks down they can make a cash grab.

[@tomcam77]

I bought some but it looks more green than yellow...

[@JakeInGeorgia]

Yeah it’s not exactly yellow like I thought it would be myself. It’s a weird neon color like a chartreuse lol. But, that’s what they are calling yellow.

[@jasonga]

its green

[@yellowsubie28]

Looks like prestone!

[@JakeInGeorgia]

Could be! I’m not sure. If your truck is under warranty I’d suggest sticking with what they recommend. My truck is no longer under warranty but considering the cost of a jug of coolant is less than $20 I’ll just do what they say.

[@coolantkid3428]

This is indeed Prestone Corguard, same stuff you get can at Walmart in the yellow bottle.

[@user-jt2nk3iv4u]

啊 明明是绿色的 你当我是色盲吗？ 预稀释的看起来更像是绿色的

[@gregbennett4254]

Internal water pump what a bad idea who thought of that money maker

[@bullynhoney]

Can't get it right? It's called getting it better lol

[@waylander2]

Just because the color is the same as the Asians doesn't mean it's the same stuff.

[@jeremyrios433]

REALLY!!?? Better cars!!? 😂

[@bugpack6]

Toyota! Honda…yes… better. But I still drive a Ford😊

[@n.p.2653]

Why dont you do it right and do a proper flush and fill?

[@JakeInGeorgia]

Because you don’t have to with a backwards compatible product