What kind of coolant can I use in my BMW?

Your BMW, Porsche, Mercedes Benz, Audi or Volkswagen uses an HOAT coolant. HOAT coolants are derived from OAT coolants with the addition of silicate to protect aluminum surfaces.

What color coolant does a BMW take?

Genuine BMW green HT-12 antifreeze for optimal cooling system performance. Compatible with all BMW models. We suggest using only German OEM BMW engine antifreeze to keep your cooling system working at its best, part number 83192468442 (83 19 2 468 442).

What is Bluecol antifreeze?

Bluecol ‘U’ is a universal anti freeze and engine coolant which is suitable for use in all vehicles (both petrol and diesel) and will mix safely with all colours and types of antifreeze already in the radiator/expansion tank.

Do all BMWS take the same coolant?

For BMW owners, you need a BMW approved coolant. You can use a BMW Coolant Antifreeze or a BMW 82-14-2-209-769 Antifreeze. Both coolants are highly effective on all BMW models.

Can you mix clear and pink coolant?

You can mix two different colors of the same kind of coolant without any problem whatsoever. But if you mix a significant amount of one type in with the other type, you’re weakening your corrosion inhibitors (it happened to my brother, and look at the condition he’s in now).

Is universal coolant safe?

Even so, universal coolants are formulated to mix with virtually any coolant. The makers of these product say their antifreeze can be safely used in any year, make or model of vehicle.

How often does a BMW need coolant?

every two years
Typically, you should have your BMW coolant flush completed every 30,000 miles or every two years. There are some instances where your vehicle can go without a flush for a longer period of time.

Can BMW drive with low coolant?

To comfort you, if the coolant is too low and the engine would start getting too hot, the car will let you know, tell you to pull over and shutoff the engine, and if you don’t, it’ll do the engine shutdown for you and let you roll out to get to the side of the road.