Coolant for 2005 Volvo

[koi]

The manual says to use only Volvo coolant that is quite pricey. Does anyone know what I can buy off the shelf that is compatible?

 

[Volvohead]

Just my opinion, but I'd stick with the Volvo Type C. Pricey is a relative term. Type C is cheap next to an OEM radiator or short block.

Otherwise, if you must, I guess G-05 should work.

 

[bdcardinal]

what model volvo? the coolant mine is green, although that does not mean much.

 

[Volvohead]

Originally Posted By: bdcardinal
what model volvo?


Not sure that should matter. IIRC, all models from MY05 use Type C as the factory fill.

 

[Audi Junkie]

I thought it was Ford G-05?

 

[Carmudgeon]

In the past, it was a green version of G48. Don't know if that's changed.

Older Saabs (pre-2001) and BMW also use G48, in blue/purple.

Valvoline/Zerex says G05 is an acceptable substitute for all three.