Universal (All Makes And Models) Coolant In Volvo? Topic is solved

Oka · Post by **Oka** » 10 Oct 2021, 01:43

Now that I have completely drained the coolant (replaced water pump also).

For my two 2001 XCs, I have been using the green coolant. I have other cars I use different coolants in them. I currently have about four or five coolant colors. Can I use the universal (All Models) in these volvo?

Thanks

93SCMax · Post by **93SCMax** » 10 Oct 2021, 06:30

I'd recommend against it.

I have only used Volvo green in my 2001 V70 T5. Never had a leak, or any cooling system problem. Maybe replaced the thermostat and temperature sensor once in 20 years. I'm sold on the Volvo formula. I believe a gallon is less than $30.

Why change now?

Oka · Post by **Oka** » 10 Oct 2021, 07:04

93SCMax wrote: 10 Oct 2021, 06:30 I'd recommend against it.

I have only used Volvo green in my 2001 V70 T5. Never had a leak, or any cooling system problem. Maybe replaced the thermostat and temperature sensor once in 20 years. I'm sold on the Volvo formula. I believe a gallon is less than $30.

Why change now?

Thanks for your thoughts on the coolant. The green coolant I use is not Volvo coolant. It’s store bought coolant. Guess I’ll stick with it.

Cheers

Post by **cn90** » 10 Oct 2021, 11:37

I have used only Green Prestone (the fully concentrated version) + distilled water for the last 25 yrs
on my BMWs, Volvos.

Zero issues.

In fact, when I opened up the thermostat housing, WP areas etc., the inside of the engine looked pristine clean.

I like Prestone...

Oka · Post by **Oka** » 10 Oct 2021, 14:06

cn90 wrote: 10 Oct 2021, 11:37 I have used only Green Prestone (the fully concentrated version) + distilled water for the last 25 yrs
on my BMWs, Volvos.

Zero issues.

In fact, when I opened up the thermostat housing, WP areas etc., the inside of the engine looked pristine clean.

I like Prestone...

I’ll just stick to the “green” coolant.
Thanks.

Post by **volvolugnut** » 10 Oct 2021, 15:06

Zerex G-05 is labeled for modern Volvo use. I have used for many years.
volvolugnut