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Is it safe torun Dex-cool coolant in S4s? Im noticing my car runs 10 degrees C higher than normal.

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Old 11-28-2004, 02:46 PM
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Is it safe torun Dex-cool coolant in S4s? Im noticing my car runs 10 degrees C higher than normal.
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if its not the coolant what might be the problem. Thanks!
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Default ??? so is it safe? I've heard that DexCool might be corrosive to my system.
I'm worried now.. my friend says that this might be the reason why my car is running hotter. I've been using it for about 6months now. Please guys any advice would be appreciated!
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Do NOT do it. You need to use the Audi specific coolant (G12)
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VAG it and see if you have a bad coolant temp. sensor.
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Default Just wondering why you say that?? I've done a bit of research... click on da link
http://popularmechanics.com/automotive/sub_care_sat/1999/3/right_coolant/
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Is it worth $10? Just use G12 and distilled water.
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2nd - if thats the problem, you'll be all set after about 6 bucks and 10 minutes
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Default may be an availability thing. dex cool avail at DAP, walmart, pepboys
to my knowledge, g12 is only at dealership, no?
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