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Coolant (Antifreeze), Mixing Precautions



Models: All

New antifreeze, Part No: G 012 A8F A4: Color = Purple
Replaces Part No: ZVW 237 G12 (Pink)
Can be mixed with ZVW 237 G12 (Pink)
DO NOT mix with ZVW 237 105 (green) or any aftermarket antifreeze
DOES NOT replace Part No: ZVW 237 105 (green)

Antifreeze, Part No: ZVW 237 G12: Color = Pink
Can be mixed with G 012 A8F A4 (purple)
DO NOT mix with ZVW 237 105 (green) or any aftermarket antifreeze
DOES NOT replace Part No: ZVW 237 105 (green)

Regular antifreeze, Part No: ZVW 237 105: Color = Green
DOES NOT replace and cannot be mixed with Part No: G 012 A8F A4 (purple)
DOES NOT replace and cannot be mixed with Part No: ZVW 237 G12 (Pink)

Follow coolant mixing instructions Cooling system - Service and Repair - Procedures - Draining and Filling, for the Model you are working on.
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