Is it OK to mix red and blue antifreeze?

Mixing antifreeze in two different colors or types is never a good idea. There are no dangerous reactions or explosions caused by mixing two formulas, but mixing them could create a sludgy chemical mixture that won’t be able to pass through your cooling system properly.

Is Blue coolant the same as red?

Antifreeze Blue is a full concentrate which meets BS6580 and contains the same pure ethylene glycol and anti-corrosive additives as the Red. Its application is for protection for up to a maximum of 2 years.

What is the difference between red blue and green antifreeze?

The purpose of using an antifreeze is to lower the freezing point and increase the boiling point of the coolant. The key difference between red and green antifreeze is that red antifreeze lasts longer than green antifreeze. An antifreeze contains ethylene glycol and propylene glycol as the bases.

What cars use blue antifreeze?

(Blue) Antifreeze + Coolant. Premier formula for all Honda ® & Acura ®, Nissan ® 2009 and newer, Infiniti ® 2009 and newer, and Subaru ® 2009 and newer. Our upgraded and patented technology provides instant protection to all engines, new and old.

What is red antifreeze for?

Red. If you have a red coolant in your cooling system, you have an Extended Life Coolant. This coolant is recommended for use in Toyota, Scion, and Lexus. It can be used in any engine requiring an OAT engine coolant.

What happens when you mix different color antifreeze?

It’s never a good idea to mix two different colors or types of antifreeze. Mixing two formulas won’t cause any dangerous reactions or explosions, but it could turn your coolant into a sludgy chemical mixture that won’t be able to flow properly through your cooling system.

What color is universal antifreeze?

green
Traditional North American “green” antifreeze, the original “universal” formula that everybody used until the introduction of today’s extended-life coolants.

Can you mix different antifreeze colors?

Who makes blue coolant?

Prestone® Asian Vehicles (Blue) Antifreeze + Coolant – Prestone® Total Protection.

What is the difference between red and blue antifreeze?

Primarily designed for post-2001 models, red antifreeze has a higher super-additive content than traditional blue antifreeze and will potentially last up to five years. Blue antifreeze, which has a two year service life, will still be available to Trade Club members in the same range of sizes.

How do you mix antifreeze blue?

To apply, drain and flush the cooling system. Mix the concentrate 50:50 with water to produce a 50% solution. Antifreeze Blue is a full concentrate which meets BS6580 and contains the same pure ethylene glycol and anti-corrosive additives as the Red.

Is antifreeze blue BS 6580 compliant?

Antifreeze Blue is a full concentrate which meets BS6580 and contains the same pure ethylene glycol and anti-corrosive additives as the Red. Its application is for protection for up to a maximum of 2 years. It meets or exceeds the requirements of the following European & International standards: BS 6580:2010, ASTM D 3306, ATSM D 4985, SAE J 1034.

How do you use antifreeze red?

Antifreeze Red meets the requirements of Audi/Seat/Skoda/VW (TL774D), Ford (WSS-M97B44-D), MB (325.30), Porche and exceeds BS658-2010. To apply, drain and flush the cooling system. Mix the concentrate 50:50 with water to produce a 50% solution.