Skoda Octavia I (1998 - 2004) - Coolant change

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Mon 12 Nov 2007 11:53
Coolant change - talkinman
Do I need to use the recomended Skoda coolant when doing a complete change? or is this the usual "trying to get you to use the main dealer stuff". Also is it an easy job?

Edited by Dynamic Dave on 12/11/2007 at 12:30

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Mon 12 Nov 2007 14:09
Coolant change - 659FBE
You need to use the correct coolant. You don't need to buy it from Skoda/VAG. Find the coolant specification (It's on the reservoir tank on my vehicle and is G12) then contact German Swedish & French or some other independent factor to get it at a fair price.

Use at the recommended concentration with distilled water (I use rainwater but I'm lucky enough to live in the country). The job is easy enough - it's worth backflushing the radiator and heater core with a garden hose at moderate flow, then vent the system after filling if required.

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Thu 22 Nov 2007 17:50
Coolant change - hussarman
Use VAG G12, price wise it's on a par with any other anti - freeze.
I got mine from a VAG dealer, cheaper than my local Skody dealer.
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