What is G12 coolant for Audi?

G12 coolant is red or pink and is made up of carboxylate and ethylene glycol. It is used in high-performance engines with operating temperatures of 90-110 degrees. G12 coolant has a service life of 4-5 years. There are 3 different G12 coolants: G12, G12+ (Red), and G12++ (Purple).

What coolant does Audi recommend?

Use ONLY Audi VW G13, G12++, G12+, or G11 approved Audi coolant antifreeze specifications. Do NOT use regular store-bought coolant, which typically doesn’t correspond with the specifications of an Audi cooling system.

Does Audi need special coolant?

Every vehicle manufacturer, including Audi has developed its own coolant or requires a definite coolant that is scarce to assorted years and models. There are many colors of coolants to help distinguish each including yellow, red, blue, green, purple and orange.

What color is Audi G12 coolant?

Index number as standard

VW	BASF	Colour
G12	red/pink
G12+	G30	red/violet
G12++	G40	red/violet
G13	purple

Can I use G12 instead of G13?

G13 is perfectly compatible with G12 systems Check out the chart below and our PDF for more information on coolant.

What is equivalent to G12 coolant?

G13
The G13 has the same exceptional cooling and antifreeze performance as G12++, but it is manufactured using glycerin. Glycerin is much less harmful to the environment than glycol. The G13 is also excellent for cooling and protection against corrosion and chalk deposits.

What is G12 coolant?

Valvoline G12++ Coolant Concentrate is a concentrated product based on monoethylene glycol and contains Si-OAT corrosion inhibitor technology to protect against limescale, corrosion, foaming, etc. As modern engines have high operating temperatures, they can easily reach damaging temperatures.

Can I use Prestone coolant in my Audi?

(Pink) Antifreeze + Coolant. Our specially designed formula for Audi ® 1997-2007, Volkswagen ® 1997-2008, Porsche ® 1999-2009, and Jaguar ® 1999 and newer. Includes the Prestone ® protection package that meets corrosion, rust and scale protection standards for the cooling system. …

How do I top up my Audi coolant?

Wait for the engine to cool down. Cover the cap on the expansion tank with a cloth, and carefully unscrew the cap anti-clockwise WARNING!. Add coolant in the correct concentration ►Link up to the top mark. You should make sure that the fluid level remains stable.

Can I mix G12 with G13 coolant?

Registered. They are fine together. But if you are just topping up, you can always just use distilled water so you don’t mix and save the G13 for when you switch out coolant next.

Can I mix G12 and G12+?

skodakid said: Yes. G12+ is the latest formula. It is designed to mix safely with both G12 and G11.

Can I mix G12 ++ and G13?

They are fine together. But if you are just topping up, you can always just use distilled water so you don’t mix and save the G13 for when you switch out coolant next.

What is the difference between G12++ and G13 coolant additives?

G13 coolant additive provides the same exceptional cooling and antifreeze performance as G12++, but is manufactured in an environmentally sustainable way, using glycerin instead of glycol. Glycerin, a bi-product of biodiesel production, is much less harmful to the environment than glycol-based products, which are produced from mineral oil.

What are the benefits of Hepu® premium coolant additives?

They protect the engine also from corrosion, overheating and formation of scale and thus offer an excellent heat flow for a perfect cooling performance. All HEPU® premium coolant additives meet the requirements of the automotive industry and are an excellent addition to HEPU® water pumps and water pump kits!

What type of antifreeze does the Audi VW use?

Use ONLY OEM Approved Audi Volkswagen G11, G12+, G12++, or G13 VW coolant antifreeze. Do NOT use regular store-bought coolant, which typically doesn’t correspond with the specifications of an VW cooling system. Inferior coolant has an adverse reaction within an VW cooling system.

What is Class G11 antifreeze?

Different from traditional additives principle. If antifreezes of class G11 cover the entire inner surface of the cooling jacket with a protective film, then carbon reagents act locally and are activated only in case of chemical corrosion. The service life is 250,000 km. Recommended for Audi, Opel, Volvo, Skoda.