Protect Your Power Stroke Diesel Engine with Gold Motorcraft Coolant

What type of coolant should be used in my Power Stroke Diesel?

There are many types of coolant on the market, but 6.0L and 6.4L Power Stroke Diesel engines require Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant (part number VC-7-B). Motorcraft Gold provides optimal protection for the engine and other cooling system components.

Why is Gold Motorcraft Coolant so Important?

The protection coolant provides is twofold protection from freezing and protection from internal corrosion.
The difference between Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant and other coolants is all in the corrosion inhibitor chemistry. Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant has an optimized hybrid organic acid technology (HOAT) inhibitor chemistry that includes silicates for aluminum protection and nitrites for protection against cavitation on cylinder walls. There are many different coolants on sale from a variety of well known manufacturers that claim to have very long service life between changes. The corrosion inhibitors used in these coolants may be incompatible with the factory ll coolant and shorten the coolants useful life. Additionally, use of a non-approved coolant may not be compatible with the gaskets and seals in the engine or the metals in the engine and heat exchangers. In many cases, mixing different types of coolant results in cylinder wall cavitation, viscosity changes, internal corrosion or a loss of gasket sealing. This can then result in coolant ow restrictions that may lead to component failure. Unfortunately, the issues created by using the wrong coolant often show up thousands of miles later in the form of overheating, coolant loss, loss of vehicle performance or even engine failure, necessitating expensive repairs and vehicle downtime.

Bottom Line
Using the proper coolant is essential for optimal engine and vehicle performance. Using the recommended Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant (part number VC-7-B) protects your investment and minimizes operating costs. Motorcraft premium Gold Engine Coolant is also recommended for all Ford gas engined vehicles 2002 or newer, allowing this one coolant to be used on many eets. The coolant is concentrated and should be diluted with deionized (distilled) water to a 50/50 ratio. Motorcraft also sells coolant designed for 7.3L Power Stroke Diesels, with a range of SCA boosters and cooling system cleaners all formulated to get the very best from your vehicle.

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