Hello,

I'm wondering why some early 1.6 engines (2001 model) use Paraflu 11 (G11), while others (like my 2005 model) use Paraflu Up (G12).

I know you shouldn't mix G11 and G12, it's really bad, and one should stick with the recommended Paraflu brand. But could I use Hepu G12 or (violet) G12+, as they cost the same, about half the price of Paraflu around here ?

Has anyone tried violet/purple G12+ coolant, is it ok for the plastic and rubber hoses ?

How many liters of coolant do you need ... and is it possible to flush more than 80% of the old coolant (so I hear) ? In the manual is says 6.55 kilos (not liters!) so ... 3 liters should be enough + 3 liters of distilled water.

Thanks !

Nobody ?

I'll be putting in Hepu G12+ ... and let you know if it blows up

From what I undestand the 1.6 coolant capacity is 6.55 liters, but you can't extract more than 4-5 liters by normal means (disconnecting the bottom hose) so the old one mixes with the new.

Flush with clear water, that will assist in removing all of the old coolant.

But it will introduce water in the 1:1 antifreeze mix, since you can't really empty more than 4-5 of the 6.5 liters

You can mix more antifreeze with the water. Something like 3 liters of antifreeze to 1 liter of distiled water. Put it in the engine..then add as much water as needed.

Once you start the engine the coolant will get mixed in 1-2 minutes, after the thermostat opens.

That's a very good suggestion, thanks!

I'll probably have to measure how much fluid I manage to get out, then figure the correct dilution from here.