What antifreeze does Caterpillar use?

Developed, tested, and approved by Caterpillar, Cat® Extended Life Coolant lasts at least twice as long as Diesel Engine Antifreeze/Coolant (DEAC) in Cat machines and commercial engines and three times as long in Cat truck engines.

How long does Cat ELC last?

That’s because your machine came with Cat Extended Life Coolant (ELCTM) that lasts for up to 12,000 hours — four times longer than a conventional coolant. It’s hands-off and worry-free. Cat coolants provide excellent protection against boiling and freezing to prevent component damage.

What coolant is compatible with Cat ELC?

While Cat ELC is compatible with conventional antifreeze/coolants, we recommend you do not mix the two. Cat ELC is ethylene-glycol based for anti-boil and freeze protection, but its corrosion chemical system is different than that of conventional antifreeze/coolants.

What is the red antifreeze?

Red antifreeze is commercially known as Dexcool® that lasts longer than other types of antifreeze. Green antifreeze is the regular form of antifreeze. Improvement. Red antifreeze is a developed form of antifreeze.

What kind of antifreeze does a diesel take?

For diesel trucks using green antifreeze, the recommendation of coolant service is usually around two years or 30,000 miles. For diesel engines running extended-life coolant, service is around five years or 100,000 miles. To be on the safe side, periodically check the antifreeze every six months.

What color is Caterpillar ELC coolant?

red-orange
General Motors brought out Dex-Cool in a distinctive orange color. Caterpillar engines now come with red-orange coolant. Other engines offer blue, purple, and even pink antifreeze. The key is to buy the same type of coolant recommended by your machine’s manufacturer.

What does ELC stand for in coolant?

Extended Life Coolant (ELC) Extended Life Coolant (ELC) Antifreeze uses advanced organic acid technology to protect the engine, without using harsh corrosion inhibitors like silicates and phosphates.

What is blue antifreeze for?

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 pink antifreeze used for?

Our specially designed formula for Audi ® 1997-2007, Volkswagen ® 1997-2008, Porsche ® 1999-2009, and Jaguar ® 1999 and newer. This technology regulates your engine’s temperature, prevents freezing and protects the engine from corrosion.