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2022 Chevy Equinox Coolant

Coolant, as it relates to vehicles, is ordinarily a liquid or gas substance used to regulate the temperature of your engine. Liquid coolants are generally 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 exceptionally essential. This seemingly isn't the first time you've heard of ethylene glycol as it is the main ingredient in the popular term "antifreeze". Keep in mind, you never want to pour antifreeze or water by themselves into your engine system. They need to be mixed to create the proper coolant.

You can purchase ready-made mixtures of coolant that already have water added, or you can purchase full-strength antifreeze which needs to be diluted with distilled water before being added to the engine system. Give the experts at Larry H. Miller Casa Chevrolet a call at 5753057061 or schedule service online and let one of our mechanics and service consultants handle your coolant flush.

Every vehicle manufacturer, including Chevy has developed its own coolant or requires a exact coolant that is unique to individual years and models. There are many colors of coolants to support distinguish any including purple yellow, red, green, blue, and orange. It is critical to do your research if you plan to buy, flush, or replace the coolant in your car. Many models will not be compatible even with "universal" coolants or antifreeze.

Casa Chevy offers a wide range 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 Larry H. Miller Casa Chevrolet directly at a extraordinary price.

How do I know if I need a coolant flush in my 2022 Chevy Equinox?

Common symptoms that your 2022 Chevy Equinox needs a coolant flush are:

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

2022 Chevy Equinox Coolant Flush

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

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

What happens if my 2022 Chevy Equinox runs out of coolant?

Your 2022 Chevy Equinox doesn't have to run out of coolant for troubles to start. Dilution levels need to be within a particular percentage range or your 2022 Chevy Equinox engine parts can start to rust, break, or become irreplaceably broken. If you run out of coolant completely due to a leak or poor fluid levels, your complete 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 2022 Chevy Equinox?

Normally, you should have your 2022 Chevy Equinox coolant flush completed every 30,000 miles or every two years. There are certain instances where your vehicle can go without a flush for a longer period of time. When you bring your vehicle into Larry H. Miller Casa Chevrolet, we will check your fluid levels and inspect it for debris or sediment which can harm the engine, and make sure it's diluted perfectly. It's essential to have this checked every 15,000 miles to make sure you catch any issues before they cause dramatic damage. When it comes to your 2022 Chevy Equinox engine, it's better safe than sorry.

How much coolant does a 2022 Chevy Equinox take or need?

Every make and model requires a distinct level of coolant. To see the precise amount needed you should repeatedly check your 2022 Chevy Equinox owner's manual. Give us a call or bring your car to Larry H. Miller Casa Chevrolet and we'll answer any questions you have on coolant levels.

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

What kind of coolant does 2022 Chevy Equinox use?

There are numerous types and colors of coolant from inorganic to organic to hybrid. To make things even more disconcerting, the color of the coolant doesn't constantly mean the same thing. It's important to reference your 2022 Chevy Equinox owner's manual for the exact type of coolant required and the exact intervals in which you should have a coolant flush service completed. Or you can call one of our Chevy Equinox factory certified service technicians for any details you need. We can still schedule you an appointment to make sure the right coolant is used. Give Larry H. Miller Casa Chevrolet a call today!

How long does 2022 Chevy Equinox coolant last?

How regularly you need to flush and replenish your vehicle's coolant relies on the type of coolant. There are numerous types of coolants. Up until the mid-1990s there was relatively 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 specific advice on what intervals your coolant needs to be changed, check your 2022 Chevy Equinox maintenance schedule within your owner's manual or give Larry H. Miller Casa Chevrolet a call at 5753057061 today and ask one of our OEM-trained mechanics or advisers. You can still book an appointment online and we'll take care of your coolant service for you.

What color coolant does 2022 Chevy Equinox use?

It's vital to understand that color doesn't matter. While most Organic Acid Technology (OAT) coolants are ordinarily orange, yellow, red or purple, Hybrid Organic Acid Technology (HOAT) coolants are orange and yellow. So evidently, there's quite a bit of overlap. Then you have Inorganic Acid Technology (IAT) coolants that are ordinarily green, nonetheless, some manufacturers sell them in blue. At the end of the day, regularly be sure to read the bottle to confirm the type of coolant you're using. When looking for the correct coolant for your 2022 Chevy Equinox, you need to regularly check your owner's manual. The easiest way to confirm you are using the right coolant is to send your 2022 Chevy Equinox to Larry H. Miller Casa Chevrolet or give us a call at 5753057061. Schedule service online and use one of our numerous coolant flush coupons to save today.