2023 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid Coolant
Coolant, as it relates to vehicles, is frequently a liquid or gas substance used to regulate the temperature of your engine. Liquid coolants are generally half water and half ethylene glycol. Water is used to transfer heat while ethylene glycol is used to lower the freezing point of the liquid. In colder climates, this is extremely essential. This seemingly isn't the first time you've heard of ethylene glycol as it is the prime ingredient in the popular term "antifreeze". Keep in mind, you never want to pour antifreeze or water by themselves into your engine system. They need to be mixed to develop the proper coolant.
You can purchase ready-made mixtures of coolant that already have water added, or you can purchase full-strength antifreeze which needs to be diluted with distilled water before being added to the engine system. Give the experts at Larry H. Miller Hyundai Albuquerque a call at 5753057120 or schedule service online and let one of our technicians and service experts handle your coolant flush.
Every vehicle manufacturer, including Hyundai has developed its own coolant or requires a precise coolant that is distinct to individual years and models. There are several colors of coolants to assist distinguish every including purple blue, green, red, yellow, and orange. It is critical to do your research if you plan to buy, flush, or replace the coolant in your vehicle. Multiple models will not be compatible even with "universal" coolants or antifreeze.
LHM Hyundai Albq. offers a wide range of coolant flush coupons to assist you save today. To shop all of our service specials click here. If you'd like to handle your coolant service yourself, you can still purchase coolant or antifreeze from Larry H. Miller Hyundai Albuquerque directly at a great price.
How do I know if I need a coolant flush in my 2023 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid?
Common symptoms that your 2023 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid needs a coolant flush are:
- Your temperature gauge will read far above normal with the engine on for a few minutes.
- Your check engine light may turn on
- Sometimes, albeit unlikely, you'll be able to smell an odd burning odor coming from under the hood.
- Steam will come from the radiator or hood
- Your heater may stop working
- Unexpected grinding noises can come from the engine
- Sediment or rust will be visible in the coolant
- Coolant will normally leak out when the engine is functioning. Check the ground when you park.
How much coolant does a 2023 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid take or need?
Every make and model requires a distinct level of coolant. To see the precise amount necessary you should invariably check your 2023 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid owner's manual. Give us a call or bring your car to Larry H. Miller Hyundai Albuquerque and we'll answer any questions you have on coolant levels.
WARNING - To avoid burns, make sure your car engine is cool before checking your coolant level.
How often should you change coolant in a 2023 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid?
Normally, you should have your 2023 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid coolant flush completed each 30,000 miles or each two years. There are certain instances where your vehicle can go without a flush for a longer period of time. When you bring your vehicle into Larry H. Miller Hyundai Albuquerque, we will check your fluid levels and examine it for debris or sediment which can harm the engine, and make sure it's diluted correctly. It's vital to have this checked each 15,000 miles to make sure you catch any issues before they cause dramatic damage. When it comes to your 2023 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid engine, it's better safe than sorry.
2023 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid Coolant Flush
A coolant flush or cooling system service consists of three predominant services.
- Adding a cleaner compound to get rid of corrosion, particles, sediment,and rust
- Replenishing the system with the appropriate coolant and cautiously measuring the dilution percentage
- Flushing the entire system thoroughly
How long does 2023 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid coolant last?
How regularly you need to flush and replenish your vehicle's coolant relies on the type of coolant. There are numerous types of coolants. Up until the mid-1990s there was relatively only a single type of coolant. It was a green formula coolant that contained corrosion inhibitors that only lasted between 24,000 - 36,000 miles or between two to three years. This type of coolant is not suggested for newer vehicles which come equipped with a longer-lasting coolant.
Newer coolants use an Organic Acid Technology (OAT) and last up to twice as long as older coolant. In some cases these long-life coolants can last over 5 years or 100,000 miles.
For precise data on what intervals your coolant needs to be changed, check your 2023 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid maintenance schedule within your owner's manual or give Larry H. Miller Hyundai Albuquerque a call at 5753057120 today and ask one of our OEM-trained mechanics or advisers. You can also book an appointment online and we'll take care of your coolant service for you.
What color coolant does 2023 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid use?
It's vital to understand that color doesn't matter. While most Organic Acid Technology (OAT) coolants are normally orange, yellow, red or purple, Hybrid Organic Acid Technology (HOAT) coolants are orange and yellow. So evidently, there's quite a bit of overlap. Then you have Inorganic Acid Technology (IAT) coolants that are normally green, nonetheless, some manufacturers sell them in blue. At the end of the day, always be sure to read the bottle to confirm the type of coolant you're using. When looking for the right coolant for your 2023 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid, you need to always check your owner's manual. The easiest way to confirm you are using the right coolant is to send your 2023 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid to Larry H. Miller Hyundai Albuquerque or give us a call at 5753057120. Schedule service online and use one of our numerous coolant flush coupons to save today.
What kind of coolant does 2023 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid use?
There are multiple types and colors of coolant from inorganic to organic to hybrid. To make things even more bewildering, the color of the coolant doesn't always mean the same thing. It's essential to reference your 2023 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid owner's manual for the particular type of coolant required and the particular intervals in which you should have a coolant flush service completed. Or you can call one of our Hyundai Tucson Hybrid factory certified service technicians for any advice you need. We can likewise schedule you an appointment to make sure the correct coolant is used. Give Larry H. Miller Hyundai Albuquerque a call today!
What happens if my 2023 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid runs out of coolant?
Your 2023 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid doesn't have to run out of coolant for troubles to start. Dilution levels need to be within a exact percentage range or your 2023 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid engine components can start to rust, break, or become irreplaceably damaged. If you run out of coolant absolutely due to a leak or poor fluid levels, your whole engine system can be compromised from the gaskets to the pistons or even the engine block itself.
