WHY COOLANT WILL DAMAGE YOUR CAR'S ENGINE FASTER !!!

[@kennedymuli5130]

I think the colour of the coolant doesn't really matter. It is just a dye that companies use to identify with their brands. A coolant is a mixture of 80% water and 20% additives (Anti-corrosion and/or anti-freeze additives). The anti-freeze (glycol) additive is not necessary in the hot climates such as Kenya. The quality of the anti-corrosion additive is what matters in an engine coolant as it needs to have a high boiling point and specific heat capacity. Some coolants come as concentrates which need to be mixed with water at a specified ratio (on the packaging) and most of coolants in the Kenyan market come as premixed from the blending plants so no need for mixing with water.

[@heckmanwasuna]

I couldn't agree more. 👍

[@daretowatch7214]

Awesome chemistry class

[@stevebenzmcogare]

In Kenya there's no need of using coolant it's just a business thing someone came with . Corrosive part you talking about that will only happen when you drain water but why would you drain water from the Engine?

[@dennisakumu9061]

Thank you so much for make this guy to know his technical knowledge we only have two types of coolant brother Ethylene glycol and proplyn glycol only what this guy needs to know is that the colour is just a marketing brands die that are used but he should not confuse people saying that pink and green

[@kennedymuli5130]

@@stevebenzmcogare Hahahaha. Chuma na maji kwanza ya chumvi itakuumiza bro. You might have to change your whole radiator.

[@MCbwel]

Mr. Wokabi.I think you got your facts a bit mixed up on this one. Coolant is simply a water and antifreeze + + mix. Firstly, impurities, generally, raise the boiling point of water not lower it. Secondly, inorganic coolant is better suited for the older engines made from cast iron because they have chemicals that better inhibit corrosion as compared to organic coolants. Organic coolants are better suited for newer engine applications because the alloys used,(generally alluminium alloys) are less susceptible to corrosion by water and organic compounds. They are also a lot more friendly to the environment at time of disposal or accidental spills. Finally, the colours are a guide with pink or blue indicating organic acids and phosphates and greed indicating inorganic additives (mainly silicates) This explains the pink coolant you generally find in newer cars. So yeah, if your car has an aluminium block, stick to the pink coolant (organic) and green for the cast iron lot. (Inorganic).

[@eddiemukhwana3084]

Tell him...you choose your struggle 100 or 100+

[@bazukamimi5721]

Buda, next talk about recommended batteries for various cars. The type of fueling(v-power/unleaded) The optimal pressure for them tires. The levels of fueling and whether it is ok to park your car without fuel for longer periods like 3 - 4 months like when you travelling out of the country. Finally talk about the different fluids and when to replace them..like brake fluids, steering fluids, etc

[@lepedeshe1076]

I second you

[@nickgathu]

I really like how comprehensive your channel is...moving beyond car reviews to provide us with maintenance tips, which help us make more informed decisions and question our mechanics for better results. Looking forward to more great content! 🙂👍

[@CARNVERSATIONS]

Thank you for the support and watching too

[@denniswekesa1588]

Point of correction impurities do not lower boiling points

[@code-king]

Impurities lower the boiling point.

[@moseskiplagat5940]

Correct. Impurities increase boiling point and lower melting point

[@mrkekoro]

It lowers

[@eastpeak9332]

Battery water is a great coolant also because it’s ionized and hence won’t make your engine rust.

[@chrisgweth]

I think you have mixed up things...The Organic coolant is the one meant for new cars from year 2000. The inorganic one is the one for older cars before year 2000. Also, the in organic one is the one often made with green color. Kindly rectify this to prevent people from making mistakes

[@devoredavid8296]

Boss, This one you got me, I had no Idea, I could use any as I thought the contents were similar, green and pink was just colour and is really not significant. Lesson learnt.

[@tomm487]

Good info as usual. Coolant was invented mostly for use in those regions in the world that experience winter to prevent the cooling system that used water from freezing into ice and cracking the engine block. It has a very low freezing point. It is better than water due to its anti corrosion ingredients but it can still cause it if left for too long and in the wrong mix. It will accelerate galvanic corrosion which is the corrosion of different types of engine metals that are in contact like steel, iron and aluminium. Another way that it can get corrosive is if the engine and by extension the radiator is not grounded well. It can become an electrolyte and promote metal corrosion by electrolysis. By ingredients the coolant we use is almost 90% percent water and 10% "coolant'( anti freeze) while in winter countries the mix is 50/50 .

[@bortstanson2034]

There's a difference between antifreeze and coolant

[@tomm487]

@@bortstanson2034 Coolant is the mixture of antifreeze and water. You can use 100% antifreeze in an engine but it will just be an expensive exercise for nothing.A 50/50 mix works perfectly to prevent coolant freezing.

[@mashamambea5704]

Thanks man, Mech for 20 yrs and i never knew this i hope now i won't be cut off. thanks again.

[@bw5559]

Green,Red, Pink, orange, yellow,purple, blue…. Can never rely on color. Your owners manual will guide as to which coolant to use. Conventional (oldskool) is propylene glycol based, Organic acid technology is the new type and Hybrid has both properties. Only mix with distilled/deionized water to avoid mineral deposits.

[@jimmj887]

@bw you are very correct. You cannot rely on color to determine type of coolant! Erick please get all facts right

[@boboka333333]

I agree colour shouldnt be the main feature to look at but the composition of the coolant. Even on the car manufacturers manual it doesn't say use orange, blue etc

[@Rx2wg]

Muache kupeleka boyz wangu wokabi mbio. This guy always produces legit contents. Everyone has their opinion, the only and a must opinion is to always maintain your engines well and be safe✌️

[@wrt305]

Wokabi ,am still waiting for Nissan xtrail review coz am interested with buying one.

[@mainamoses3234]

Very informative!!! My vehicle is using the green coolant which I never thought much about apart from checking the levels regularly... after watching this video, it turns out that I have been using the wrong coolant - I should be using the pink coolant instead of the green one because my vehicle has an aluminium block. The things you learn!!! Glad I have known earlier than later.

[@TheJoselpre]

Coolants we used it in Lathe machines to cool down the heat when machining cast iron steel etc. So it will help engine to cool down when running. I used mixed pink/orange coolant with 50/50 distilled water.

[@nenemureithi4265]

What about adding a little bit of water with the coolant? Is it bad?

[@ngenokevin]

I had an overheating issue with Nissan Elgrande 2012, I wanted to install the CVT cooling system but on opening the gearbox cooler; The cooling pipes had blocked with a green coolant, which was a relief as the external cooling system would cost alot. The mechanic washed the radiator pipes and gearbox coolant part and the car runs smoothly now. Though we added water, I will top up with 50% pink coolant for proper cooling and engine performace.

[@mfabias1]

Very informative Erick. A while back I put the green coolant in a Toyota NZE and later on it formed a green paste causing overheating issues.

[@Njiru_West]

Same case nze.

[@chairmanwawahenga6524]

Watu wa ORANGE COOLANT twende wapi

[@vincentngunu144]

For Japanese cars the best coolant i'd recommend is Toyota's Super Long Life Coolant which you can buy from Toyota Kenya, Toyotsu or any shop that deals with genuine Toyota parts. Yes it is hybrid coolant and its the stuff they use from factory from the smallest petrol Vitz & Passo to the bigger diesel V8s and Prados. And Toyota themselves claim its good for 5yrs or 100,000kms.

[@benardkilaghai5009]

Hehehe, usiseme "it is a mixture," watu watazichanganya. Sema "it is a blend of the two."

[@CARNVERSATIONS]

😂😂😂😂 true

[@AlaminMacharia]

Wow! Thanks for this like you said it’s often overlooked. It literally just happened to me. A corroded pipe caused leakage. I just got it fixed and I’m using water to test out any leaks before flashing and doing coolant. I was definitely using the wrong coolant and will switch to the correct one thanks I love your content ntacheza pale tinypesa 😂

[@jameskuria1664]

Remember the ratio of coolant to water is 1:1 do not use coolant alone otherwise

[@baadayakazi4983]

Excellent content. I've experienced burst pipes in the cooling system after some mechs claimed to have flushed the radiator. It looked clean on the outside. But since that job, it was downhill. Saa hii the engine is getting rebuilt. Can you demonstrate the outcome of a flush? Also, kindly review additives in the market and their claims.

[@CARNVERSATIONS]

We shall be talking about additives soon

[@kenkim8385]

I have an old VW Golf MK3 1995 that am currently using but needs several things. Paint work, Suspension, Interior re-do and some engine touch ups though i recently serviced it with new plugs, Total Semi synthetic oil, all filters and changed the piston rings. Can your garage do these things and where are you located?

[@lazarousallenbwalya6006]

If you put water alone in ur car it will cause the water jackets around the cylinders to clog as well as the radiator because of rust. Coolant is a mixture of Ethylene Glycol andater. Ethylene Glycol has anti rust properties. You need to add coolant as well as water in ur radiator for ur cooling system of ur car to perform well.

[@Mrhondak-24]

Coolant in anything thats made of steel is highly recommended because it reduces plain water from rusting components,but alloy engines you can get away with just using water as aluminium doesnt rust like steel does. But generally coolant is recommended in all engines thesedays regardless of their make or model or year of manufacture.

[@victornyakundi244]

Wrong tittle.It should have been why a wrong coolant can damage your car engine.On the contrary the right coolant prolongs the life of your car engine.

[@nzavali00]

I agree 👍🏿 on this one 👌🏿

[@charlesm.gichovi1475]

What of Blue coolant, is it organic/inorganic or hybrid?

[@marvinkigame2838]

Good question 🤔

[@kei_anthony]

Lucky guys are them within Nairobi coz they can always visit carnversations auto care clinic

[@steevesmwangiis1836]

Thank you for the informative information I use Toyota Pink coolant 4 years now and still no issues I just have one litre extra for top up

[@philipmungai9070]

Manze,some of us use any coolant available bt from now on I have learnt something I didnt know,Use of correct coolant

[@alonsolazz]

What if you use distilled water as a coolant? Haina minerals

[@jayhislordship]

Impurities increase the boiling point of a solution. They lower the melting point. Could have been a confusion after the previous point leading up to that statement

[@vichwa80]

Erick with a CK as always spot and very insightful I've always never bothered infact mpaka story ya kuflash after 30,000Kms.This is Dip stick party manifesto man

[@dankemu8896]

Was told ati you can dilute coolant na maji for better performance. Ni ukweli??

[@livingstoneocan4223]

Very educative episode. Did not the difference between the coolants!

[@pieterdippenaar3786]

Can I use coolant with distilled water or rain water that are the purest and mixed according to manufacturer's specification

[@joshuanyarango]

Impurities don't lowere boiling point of liquids but increase their BPs.

[@joshuanyarango]

Impurities in the solution increase the boiling point. This is because impurities decrease the water molecules available for vaporisation during boiling. A greater amount of heat is needed to make the same amount of impure solution to vapourize than the heat that is required to make a pure solution vaporize. Therefore, leading to the rise of the overall boiling point of the solution.

[@mykenjuno]

Depends on the impurity.

[@simon_owira]

Can go either way

[@suleimanimran3424]

Impurities increase boiling point, they don’t lower. They lower melting point.

[@vinlilgraphics1192]

in areas like Netherlands, the temperature goes as low as -15 . it is good to use coolant since it does freezes

[@augustinengumi7214]

Wow! I have to flash and clean and start using the right coolant. Wow.

[@calebmathenge832]

Kuna pia coolant yenye ni maji imepigwa food colour alafu ikapigwa branding

[@marvinkigame2838]

I have been to Europe and while I was there I discovered that they have 4 different coolant colors namely green, orange, pink and blue. I recently saw a common brand used in Europe called shield at carrefour shelves and all those four coolant colors were available. I think it would have helped if you focused on all four.. my two cents though 🤔

[@CARNVERSATIONS]

Mostly green and red or pink has been widely used to distinguish the two differences in alkalinity but as I stated there are hybrid or synthetic versions that may come in different colours what is important is to carefully analyse the quality, standard and specifications of your car before you purchase one

[@briankimutai2758]

This is really insightful.definately changing on mine

[@Terquila]

Bosss you are detailed just like Scotty..... Ebu niajiri for internship plz.?....

[@jipskamau8743]

Very informative... Next touch on CVT transmission fluid

[@emmalyod9813]

Can i put water and coolant 50/50 in radiator

[@samuelmacharia7608]

Distilled water is also a good coolant given that the specific heat capacity of water is high 4.2g/j/K

[@BenKip-ih3ci]

What coolant should be used in Nissan engine's?..especially the wingroad in particular

[@code-king]

Amazing and informative. Hii sikuwa najua.

[@franciskungu9845]

Am using XADo coolant...tell us more about the radiator pipes...Assuming they are prone to wear , how often should they be changed?

[@davewere4996]

Incase I have run out on coolant midway my journey..I get to some Oshago petrol to get a refill of coolant na wako na hiyo blue green Tu..is it advisable nieke Tu Hadi vile ntapata inorganic coolant that my engine needs? Why do we have a radiotor cap hapo juu ya engine ya kuongeza Maji na kuna mahali umetaja Maji has organisms that can corrode our engines... explain please!

[@LilNemo-nj7vk]

Coolant do not damage the car engine “coolant” keeps the engine from overheating putting water in ya engine is what cause parts to rust then break stop giving away cap 🧢

[@clintondaniel7185]

He is a bull shooter.

[@fenceevance]

Green coolants are for cars from 2011 downward

[@bensonmutuku3278]

I think you need to watch the video first before commenting. 😂😂

[@LilNemo-nj7vk]

@@bensonmutuku3278 honestly I think you should watch the video first before commenting I think u put water in your car to which is bad for the engine it rust parts

[@Pitchbound]

Wewe tafuta chanel yako upige show yako 😂😂 what he says is final

[@zylo1383]

Thank you my brother for going in dephts. Im driving a 2008 Nissan Tiida and running it on green coolant.

[@elvispauln.tangem2004]

Great tips. New information to me. Will follow from now.

[@lifestyleandhealthchalleng3783]

Mine is using blue coolant, which is rare to find in Kenya. Can I flash it and use the red one?

[@OaklarTheGooner]

You need to carefully read what the bottle says. It’s not safe to rely on the colour, as there's no regulation on what colour to use on specific coolants. Always double check your owner’s manual to determine the type of coolant your system needs....

[@boboka333333]

I wish he could have mentioned this..but it seems he didn't do his research comprehensively

[@valentinekabi5717]

A car that has not had coolant,just water in the radiator.How would that be remedied?

[@CATHRINEMWANGI-j6k]

Best coolant for nissan note 2017,currently using the green one

[@josephmburu4292]

Mine also 2016 came with green. Should I change?

[@benniestander2725]

No matter the coolant I use, I always add a product that I have been using for years. Developed for use in military equipment to eliminate corrosion. Work like a charm. Aqua Clear PX is the name

[@ronaldooko8375]

Where do you buy from?

[@marcel2928]

Very informative, I have been ignorantly using water. I am going to buy the coolant.

[@lemunkenganga156]

He simply said, use the correct coolant for your vehicle, use water as first aid till u arrive at a petrol station then flush it out. Simple and clear.

[@waynemungai3721]

Just look at your user manual...if you don't have a manual you can always google your car model and find the manual online or the general info for your make and model. There are more than 2 colors of coolant...

[@CARNVERSATIONS]

You are right and wrong at the same time, naturally coolant was designated with 2 colours, green for organic and pink(red) for inorganic however there are many other colours which brings forth the 3rd option of hybrids a blend of the two to offer the best solution coolant. Checking your manual on the spec needed for your car before choosing is recommended if not just get s hybrid and you good to go

[@feellucky271]

@@CARNVERSATIONS And blue concentrate. Is more economical too.

[@anthonygachango8543]

Erick there is a green coolant with dark green that damaged my car in 2019 so they should buy that light green coolant

[@jacksongitahi8262]

how abt mixing coolant with water?

[@Roq-stone]

I have proven there's some truth in your presentation. very real information.

[@BossFlex]

We appreciate your video. Watching from the Caribbean. 👏🏿

[@janetmaina9903]

Thanks Erick for the good content.

[@CARNVERSATIONS]

You welcome and thank you for watching

[@munenex]

Waaa! I thought pink coolant ni ya tududu 😂😂😂

[@CARNVERSATIONS]

😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@austinmuhanga8077]

Apart from colour, is there a way we can differentiate the types of coolants the way we use codes in oil industry?

[@technicalsolutions1539]

The guy is correct. Infact very correct. Most guys are talking of distilled water which is very wrong. Older engines where distilled water was used had a thin layer of zinc oxide on the inner part of the engine that's why distilled water with nil hardness is calcium and magnesium sulfate was allowed. Right now your modern coolant is a designed multifunctional liquid of. Ethelyne glycol which acts as an antifreeze and nitrite based corrosion inhibitor which acts as an oxygen Scavenger once, the oxygen in the closed cooling system is consumed to turn the nitrite to nirates, reason you sometimes might see which suspension in your coolant in the radiator. So using distilled H²O is a no for my engine. Use the above only

[@samuelesiromo82]

I would very much like for you to introduce progressive topics on car brands, year of models and trim size within the local market especially for guys looking for used but well maintained vehicles as their first purchase

[@jorgeblaq3336]

Hello sir , can u do something on mechanics please , mechanics have become the biggest letdown and rogues in the car repair industry , brokering spare parts to clients , harvesting parts , overcharging , wrong diagnosis etc , thanks

[@opoyajunior2020]

How many litres do toyota wish take thank u for your Information

[@Goverken]

Thanks Erick I have been using any coolant available.

[@yerfillinois8254]

I live in the US and we have almost 8 coolant colors based on the engine and the brand of the cars. I drive a Cat7 engine and I'm encouraged to use the Yellow coolant. Mixing colors is not good. Pick one and stick to it

[@feellucky271]

He clearly says this.

[@albertgichana5716]

#Erick 😂😂😂😂 my mechanic has no idea. Thank you for the information 👏👏👏

[@bernardgichuki3517]

can one mix the 2 types of coolants to obtain a hybrid??

[@fngatia]

If money is not issue, can you use the red on cast iron, aluminium head engines

[@JosephKingori]

Which category does the blue coolant belong to? organic or inorganic?

[@johnwafula4293]

Very good piece of advice Erick.

[@ajebomechanic8509]

thank you for this video.....watching from nigeria. what coolant will you recommend on a honda city 2007

[@jemojacilia]

Maze there is one I bought that is red in color where do categorize that?

[@salaashreson]

There are blue coolants as well. Where do you categorize it?

[@lyimoej7198]

I use toyota genuwine pink coolant. Sold in the black container for my 2004 toyota ist

[@CARNVERSATIONS]

Perfect for your car 🚗

[@philipkingungui811]

Hello. My bluebird sylphy came with blue coolant. Seems blue one is difficulty to get around. Which one do i replace with. Just as you have said, mechanics tell me colour doennt matter , that i put any. Which one do i use

[@sibiabikeri9912]

How did u solve this coz am also stranded..blue is not found

[@ngenokevin]

Pink or red coolant and mix 50% with water

[@isaacmwangi7562]

Thanks Wokabi. Now which one for a Toyota AE 100?

[@josephgichuki4775]

Can an old car used to water to organic coolant?

[@s.s_sachi]

Some guys use ATF for power steering. Is this good or not

[@talesfromkenya1761]

My AXELA 2014 has the green one; it came from Japan with it.

[@ibrahimondicho9240]

Mine as well axela 2015...

[@mosesmwasaghua9725]

My 2011 has green too. So we need not change

[@mutuaambrose7254]

Mine too has green one .. confused kabisa

[@petermwathi6334]

A nice insight bro, keep up ningekutumia kakitu but Sina namba

[@stephenleliaimbagathei2106]

My car is Toyota nze 2003 which material is the engine block and which coolant is good

[@albertlikono231]

which coolant is appropriate for Toyota Corolla AE91?

[@frankdaniel5157]

I put the green one on my 2008 noah and in 2months time ilikua ime corrode a very small T pipe junction, almost overheating the engine

[@elizawanjiru709]

Where can I get/ buy the hybrid??

[@jbmurimi]

Thank you Erick. We are officially Carnverted! Mine is the pink one & has been close to the low mark especially before driving. Whenever i take to the mech it close to full so he says its ok. Should i top up anyways?

[@koechgedeon9581]

Waiting for the answer too

[@caleb_sialah]

When you drive the liquid expand due to heat generated.

[@jamesotalo5024]

I have Honda fit new model but got that it had a green coolant. Should I change?!

[@dennopics]

what do you recommend for Teana AJ31 engine

[@fondobnzovu6556]

Hi Erick with a ck, do the colours apply universally, like is the green in shell the same as green in rubis

[@CARNVERSATIONS]

In most cases yes, kindly read the type of coolant on the description while buying it and make sure it meets the quality and spec of your car

[@fondobnzovu6556]

@@CARNVERSATIONS thanks for the response

[@ricardowhyte6100]

Knowledge... but I have a question for you relating to Toyota Probox/Succeed

[@Cosii-Riggz]

where can I find coolant for W202? Hybrid coolant if possible