Zerex 50/50 for Asian cars

[SamirD]

Having owned a distributorship for radiators, I would strongly suggest using the exact coolant a manufacturer recommends. Not because of compatibility, but because of specific performance. There's a reason one coolant is called for and not another.

Can you elaborate? It would be great to learn the specific reasons

Sure. Mainly it's the additive package in the coolant. Most coolant bases are the same (ethylene glycol, etc.), but the additive package different manufacturers use are specific to the vendors' radiators and the engine block and hoses.

I saw premature corrosion on radiators (we didn't cover this under warranty), electrolysis issue (again not covered), as well as engine temperature issues (for cars with very specific thermostats).

Savings with going with some other coolant--maybe $30-$40. Cost of the trouble--hundreds. Not worth it imo.

I even started using genuine Honda coolant in my 94 Accord after I had that business. I learned a lot!

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So after reading this I should get Antifreeze from a Nissan dealer or get the Extended Life Blue made by Beck Arnley. I detest getting stuff from a dealer, besides I have no Nissan dealer near. Does anyone know where I can get the Extended Life Blue made by Beck Arnley? I know O'Reilley's sell some Beck Arnley stuff but no antifreeze.

[KuroNekko]

So after reading this I should get Antifreeze from a Nissan dealer or get the Extended Life Blue made by Beck Arnley. I detest getting stuff from a dealer, besides I have no Nissan dealer near. Does anyone know where I can get the Extended Life Blue made by Beck Arnley? I know O'Reilley's sell some Beck Arnley stuff but no antifreeze.

I'd use this Beck/Arnley product if I could not get it from Suzuki. After all, the bottle even explicitly states that it's formulated for Suzuki among other brands.

Amazon sells it.
http://www.amazon.com/Beck-Arnley-252-1 ... B005BNYD36

O'Reilly does too, but you may have to order it if it's not in stock at the store.
http://www.oreillyauto.com/site/c/detai ... &ppt=C0059

[nytq]

You can just order the Suzuki stuff from suzukicarparts.com

P/N 990B001003

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Thanks guys I couldn't find it @ O'Reilly's.

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You can just order the Suzuki stuff from suzukicarparts.com

P/N 990B001003

I just checked suzukicarparts.com and found it but listed it as N/A Not Available

http://suzukicarparts.com/parts/2010/Su ... eid=214820

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OK, Now I'm Nervous. The O'Reilly antifreeze said:
"Only Use This Coolant If Radiator Cap Is Marked Fl22"
My radiator cap is marked 12L.
O'Reilly listed compatibility for Kizashi 2011-2013. My Kizashi is a 2010
Amazon lists this Antifreeze as "Does not fit your 2010 Kizashi"
The 2010 Kizashi Service Manual said;
"The cooling system has been filled with a SUZUKI super long life coolant (coolant color:
Blue) that is a 50/50 mixture of ethylene glycol antifreeze and deionized water."

Apparently the 2010 coolant is different than the 2011+
Even if I go to a Suzuki dealer how can I be sure they don't give me the antifreeze most of the Kizashi's (2011-2013) use?

[KuroNekko]

I really don't think there is any difference between the 2010 MY and the later models. They all have the same engine so why would the coolant formula be different?

Going with the Suzuki coolant would be best, but as you noted, it's hard to find. It'll only get harder too as Suzuki support diminishes over the years. In fact, I'm just counting on using something like the Beck/Arnley blue coolant given the realities of when my car is due for it. I'm sure it will work just fine.

[nytq]

I was afraid it would not be available any more so I ordered enough for the 90k change earlier this month. Also ordered cvt fluid even though my next change is 50k away. After that if I'm still running I'll throw in the next best thing.

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My 2010 radiator cap is marked 12L.
What are the 2011-2013 radiator cap's marked with?
Can someone check? The mark is stamped on the outside rim of the cap.
Is it Fl22, 12L or something else?