Is the Honda Type 2 coolant OAT?
Yes, the Honda Type 2 coolant is an OAT (Organic Acid Technology) coolant. OAT coolants are a type of long-life, extended-life antifreeze that use organic acid corrosion inhibitors instead of traditional inorganic salts.
What is Honda Type 2 Coolant?
Honda Type 2 coolant is the recommended engine coolant for many Honda and Acura vehicles. It is a long-life, extended-life antifreeze that is designed to provide superior corrosion protection and extended service life compared to traditional green or yellow coolants. Honda Type 2 coolant is an OAT-based formula, meaning it uses organic acid technology (OAT) as the primary corrosion inhibitor.
What is OAT Coolant?
OAT coolants, or Organic Acid Technology coolants, are a type of extended-life antifreeze that use organic acid compounds as the primary corrosion inhibitors instead of traditional inorganic salts. Some key characteristics of OAT coolants include:
- Longer service life: OAT coolants are designed to last 5-7 years or 150,000 miles before needing to be replaced, compared to 2-3 years for traditional coolants.
- Better corrosion protection: The organic acid inhibitors in OAT coolants provide superior protection against corrosion of metal engine components.
- Compatibility with aluminum: OAT coolants are compatible with aluminum engine parts, which are common in modern vehicles.
- Silicate-free: OAT coolants do not contain silicates, which can contribute to deposit buildup over time.
Honda Type 2 coolant is an example of an OAT-based extended-life antifreeze that meets these characteristics.
Why Use Honda Type 2 Coolant?
Honda recommends using their Type 2 coolant in all Honda and Acura vehicles for a few key reasons:
- Compatibility: Honda Type 2 coolant is specifically formulated to be compatible with the materials and components used in Honda and Acura engines.
- Corrosion protection: The OAT formula provides excellent long-term protection against corrosion of metal engine parts.
- Extended service life: Honda Type 2 coolant can last up to 5-7 years or 150,000 miles before needing to be replaced.
- Improved performance: The advanced OAT formula helps maintain optimal engine cooling and heat transfer for better overall engine performance.
Using the recommended Honda Type 2 coolant is important to maintain the warranty and longevity of Honda and Acura vehicles.
Do Hondas need special coolant?
Every car manufacturer, including Honda has developed its own coolant or requires a specific coolant that is unique to individual years and models. There are many colors of coolants to help distinguish each including purple blue, red, yellow, green, and orange.
What coolants are IAT?
IAT coolants are made with ethylene glycol with silicates and phosphates added to prevent corrosion. This coolant type is used in older vehicles, usually cars manufactured in the U.S. before the late 1990s.
Is the Honda Type 2 coolant silicate free?
Suitable for all Honda engines including motorcycles
Pro Honda Coolant is ready for use. Silicate free! Read our Honda oil and fluid information guide for more details about the oil and fluid capacity of your specific Honda model.
What color is Honda coolant?
Honda Coolant Color
You'll find that most Organic Acid Technology (OAT) coolants can be found in orange, yellow, red, or purple, while Hybrid Organic Acid Technology (HOAT) coolants are orange and yellow. However, you also have Inorganic Acid Technology (IAT) coolants that are usually green, or sometimes blue.
How do I know if my coolant is OAT or IAT?
Common Antifreeze Types by Color
- Green. If you have a green coolant, you have Inorganic Acid Technology (IAT) coolant.
- Orange. An orange coolant typically indicates that you are looking at Organic Acid Technology (OAT) coolant.
- Yellow.
- Red.
- Color Can Lie: Always Read the Label.
- Europe.
- Asia.
What is Honda Type 2?
Honda Genuine Longlife Blue Coolant provides long-term corrosion protection to all metal and non-metal parts of your Honda's cooling system and protects against boil over and freezing. Honda Genuine Longlife Pre-mixed Coolant is the only coolant designed specifically for Honda vehicles.
Should I use silicate or OAT coolant?
Cars made after 1998 normally need antifreeze that uses silicate-free, organic acid technology (OAT). These types of antifreeze offer better corrosion protection so that parts don't need to be changed as often. Cars made before 1998 usually need antifreeze that isn't OAT-based and does contain silicate.
What cars use OAT coolant?
ORGANIC ACID TECHNOLOGY (OAT)
Organic acid based technology coolants are made with a mono ethylene glycol (MEG) and are compatible with GM, Saab, and VW cars.
Is Honda coolant type 1 or 2?
Whether you drive a pre-owned Honda Accord or brand-new Pilot, each release year and model has a brand-recommended coolant, with the most common one known as the Long Life Antifreeze Coolant Type 2.
What color is Honda Type 2 coolant?
Blue Coolant
Genuine Honda Type 2 Blue Coolant | PRE-MIXED | All Hondas
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