Esp. when you pop the good to look at the engine...Careful, now.... People complain when they don't understand the humor.
Esp. when you pop the good to look at the engine...Careful, now.... People complain when they don't understand the humor.
I agree, but is that taking the OP 5 or 10 or 15 years to get to. I would agree with 5yr/100k.With long life coolant it's 5 years or 100,000 miles-IMHO. I don't believe in "money flushes".
I do mine at 5 years and about 50-60,000 miles.
Maybe if you changed your coolant on a regular basis, you wouldn't be doing cooling system repairs.I don't really change coolant, just fill it back up after repairs.
For what it’s worth, GM still suggests every 6 years or 150,000 miles, which ever comes first. Does Hyundai have a time aspect?Hi,
I own a 2017 Hyundai Elantra Value Edition, approaching 75,000 miles. The car was been great and trouble free. I was wondering exactly what is the correct mileage/years to drain and refill the coolant? I believe the manual states at 100,000. However, my dealer says every 30,000, my mechanic say every 60,000. My mechanic says waiting till 100,0000 as the manual states in too long to wait. So what is the correct interval??
Thanks
I changed coolant after 15 years in one car and another 14 years. The first was "lifetime" . Both appeared new and cooling system components were likewise. Refilled with Peak Global Lifetime.YMMVThe manufacturer's manual is typically the go-to source for maintenance guidelines. They have extensive knowledge of your vehicle and its specific needs. So, if they suggest 100,000 miles for coolant replacement, it's a safe bet to follow their recommendation.
However: an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure!
So: your dealer's suggestion of every 30,000 miles ensures you're proactively caring for your cooling system. It's a bit more frequent than the manual's recommendation, but it provides added peace of mind. Similarly, your mechanic's advice of every 60,000 miles strikes a balance between the two, offering a compromise that still keeps your engine running cool.
Go with your mechanic’s recommendation!
I changed coolant after 15 years in one car and another 14 years. The first was "lifetime" . Both appeared new and cooling system components were likewise. Refilled with Peak Global Lifetime.YMMV
And your point is? Smoke and change coolant? LOLI know someone who smoked and lived to 77 yo, and I know someone who never smoked and passed away at 62. I now recommend that if people would like to live longer, they should start smoking. Btw, YMMV!
Corrosion inhibitors, and other chemistry is inside. I wouldn't ignore intervals.Maybe if you changed your coolant on a regular basis, you wouldn't be doing cooling system repairs.