J JDD Joined May 5, 2008 Messages 595 Location Utah Dec 28, 2010 #1 What coolant is spec'd for a 98 Ford Contour? I actually have the owner's manual, but that page is missing, but I couldn't fit that in the subject heading. I want to do a flush on it this week. Thanks in advance for your help.
What coolant is spec'd for a 98 Ford Contour? I actually have the owner's manual, but that page is missing, but I couldn't fit that in the subject heading. I want to do a flush on it this week. Thanks in advance for your help.
D dparm Joined Apr 19, 2010 Messages 13,663 Location Frisco, TX Dec 28, 2010 #2 IIRC that motor is not very picky. Just go to the local auto parts store and grab the Prestone "mixes with anything" coolant.
IIRC that motor is not very picky. Just go to the local auto parts store and grab the Prestone "mixes with anything" coolant.
C Chris142 Joined Jun 5, 2003 Messages 28,001 Location Apple Valley, California Dec 28, 2010 #3 The original coolant was Silicated green.
M MrMeeks Joined May 16, 2010 Messages 338 Location Maryland, Dec 28, 2010 #4 Walmart store brand works well.Replace the thermostat with a 180 for good engine longevity.
