Antifreeze Type & Refilling

charlesj

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As most of you know from my other thread, I just had my coolant system flushed and renewed and then the radiator hose burst. Now that the new hose is being installed, when I refill the system, is it critical to use the same exact type of antifreeze or can I mix and match? I plan on calling the dealer to find out what they used and will then get that stuff but I am curious if that is necessary or if I can just get the Peak Global predilluted stuff and top off with that.
 

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I would not mix them. The Peak Global will likely last longer than the Mopar 3 year that was your factory fill. Others might move to the Mopar 5 year formula.
 
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Thanks for input. I just got off the phone to find out what they put in her and it is Shell Zone ELC (extended life coolant). He said that it is universal and can be mixed with other coolant types but he recommended using an ELC antifreeze. Similar to Steve-Indy, he indicated that I should get something that matches the lifespan of the coolant in the system.
 

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