Can I put regular antifreeze instead of Dex-cool?

Firstly, Dex-Cool and traditional anti-freeze don’t mix well. Though they can work together in a pinch, after extended use, they can react and create a gel, which can be very damaging to multiple components of your cooling system. For that reason, the best thing for your Chevy or GM vehicle is to stick with Dex-Cool.

What happens if you put green antifreeze instead of Dex-cool?

The two coolants should never be mixed together as they do not react well. When mixed together they can form a thick, jelly-like substance that can completely stop all coolant flow which can lead to overheating.

Can I add Prestone to Dex-cool?

The answer of whether or not Prestone antifreeze and Dex-cool can be mixed together. The answer is yes. They are both ethylene glycol-based types of antifreeze and will mix together without any problems.

Is Peak orange coolant Dexcool?

Peak Dexcool Concentrate Orange Antifreeze is made for use in GM cars and trucks requiring a Dex-Cool antifreeze. It is an orange colored ethylene glycol based antifreeze compatible for use in all automobiles, light duty trucks and motorcycles.

Is Prestone compatible with Dexcool?

Prestone® Dex-Cool® Premixed LongLife® Antifreeze/ Coolant has been approved by General Motors under their DEX-COOL® specifications and is compatible with other DEX-COOL® approved coolants.

Can I mix Prestone with Dex-cool?

Is Prestone antifreeze compatible with Dex-cool?

Prestone Extended Life 5/150 Antifreeze/Coolant meets all requirements for GM Dex-Cool extended life antifreeze/coolant, and as such has been assigned Dex-Cool license number DC-002.

Does AutoZone sell Dex-cool?

AutoZone Antifreeze/Coolant Dex-Cool Compatible 50/50 PREMIXED *5 Year/150K Mile Protection* 1 Gallon.

Is Ford orange coolant the same as Dex-Cool?

Is Motorcraft Orange the Same as Dexcool? Dexcool coolants differ from Motorcraft Orange in a few ways. Motorcraft Orange has an ethylene glycol level of 40-50%, while Dexcool has a concentration of 30-60%.