When should I change the coolant in my Mustang?

Typically, you should have your Ford Mustang coolant flush completed every 30,000 miles or every two years. There are some instances where your vehicle can go without a flush for a longer period of time.

Is a coolant flush worth it?

Flushing your radiator is strongly recommended for the following reasons: It removes scale deposits and rust. Scale deposits and rust build up in a radiator over time. Flushing helps to take out these deposits, which get washed out with the antifreeze.

What is Ford orange antifreeze?

Recommended by Ford Motor Company meeting warranty requirements. Orange-colored, longer-life, ethylene glycol-based antifreeze/coolant for use in gasoline and diesel engines, and electric motors. Provides year-round antifreeze, anti-boil and corrosion protection. Ready-to-use.

What kind of antifreeze does a 2006 Mustang take?

Prestone 50/50 Coolant/Antifreeze.

Can I do a radiator flush myself?

Flush the Radiator Remove the radiator cap and pour distilled water into the radiator until full. Replace the cap, then start up the vehicle and let it run for 10 to 15 minutes. This will work the distilled water into the engine, flushing out any loose debris or corrosion along with the last of the old antifreeze.

What’s the best way to flush a Mustang radiator?

Use a garden hose to quickly fill your radiator. After the engine has sufficiently cooled, remove the radiator cap and pull the drain plug again. Let all that nasty stuff drain completely. Insert the garden hose into the radiator and use the highest amount of water pressure you can get out of the hose.

Is it good practice to flush your Radiator?

Flushing your radiator is very good practice if you want to prolong the life your engine. This article applies to the Ford Mustang V6 and Mustang GT (1994-2004). Flushing your radiator is a job that is often overlooked by Mustang owners until problems start surfacing.

Where does the coolant go in a Mustang?

The small hose next to the radiator cap goes from the top of the radiator tank on the right side to the top of the expansion tank. This provides a path for air at the top of the radiator tank to travel to the expansion tank. It is kind of deceptive but the expansion tank connects to the lower radiator hose.

Where is the drain valve on a Ford Mustang?

Crawl under your car, get your catch basin ready and positioned under the radiator below the drain valve. The drain valve is on the bottom-left corner (passenger’s side) of the radiator. It is white and may have wings to simply remove with your fingers, or it may have a large slot for a flat head screwdriver.