"740 2.4 Turbo Diesel engine' Anti-Freeze"
 

Would you recommend continuing to use Volvo anti-freeze (as has been done all the car's life so far) or will any good anti freeze be just as good?

Thanks,

RE:
 

NO! Use only Volvo anti-freeze and use demineralised water too! I am taking apart a 940 SE Turbo which has had just plain water in it for a while, rust everywhere in the engine! Very bad!

George

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'95 940 Polar LPT (B230FK/AW71; 130k)
'92 940 SE Turbo (B200FT/AW71; 115k)
'87 740 GLE Turbo Diesel Intercooler (D24TIC/ZF22; 210k)

RE: Anti-Freeze
 

Any good quality anti-freeze should be OK but don't use those containing methanol as it evaporates.
Use one containing glycol and remember to be careful to ensure you fill with the correct concentration.

RE: Anti-Freeze
 

Why take the chance? Use Volvo Anti-freeze. Its not that expensive FFS :) And change it regularly, every 2 years. Its cheaper than new radiators, new head gaskets, cylinder heads, etc.

RE: Anti-Freeze
 

Better still use the "pink" anti freeze, it has summer coolant and a guaranteed life of 5 years!!!!!!

Just a thought....


Regards
Dave M

RE: Anti-Freeze
 

As it is a Volvo recomendation to change the coolant every two years that would make it a rather expensive purchase, unfortunately Dave, however, I applaud your sentiment. If, as you say, it is guaranteed for five years that might be a good reason to use it, but be very sure to change it at the five year end or you will have no guarantees after that.

All the best, Peter