Genuine Volvo Parts

Coolants
When using the engine, heat is generated in the cylinder head
combustion chambers. The coolants transport this heat to the
radiator, thus preventing the engine from overheating. As the coolant
comes into contact with several types of materials in the engine, it
must protect these materials against corrosion and depletion of
sealings. It must be able to withstand high and low temperatures.
The liquid also has a lubricating role: in the coolant pump, for
example.

Volvo provides two different types of Volvo Coolant, in combination with

coolants, which both are based on
monoethyleneglycol (MEG):
Volvo Coolant VCS (Volvo STD
418-0001), which is developed
specifically for Volvo engines. This
coolant is yellow in colour: it was
introduced in 2005 and is
recommended for Volvo truck engines
from that year onwards. It is an OAT
(Organic Additive Technology) type of
coolant, therefore the quality of the
coolant is guaranteed during its entire
lifetime with no extra additives
required.
Volvo’s coolant filter, gives excellent
anti-freeze and corrosion protection
for older Volvo engines. It is green in
colour.
Warning: When topping up or
changing coolant, be sure not to mix
different coolant types. There are risks
involved when using coolant, which is
not approved by Volvo. In order to be
sure that you’re using the right type of
coolant, see service information.

Features Advantages

Compatibility with all specific materials in Volvo components. Prevents leakage, pitting and corrosion.
Increased uptime.

Optimal corrosion protection. Increased engine life and uptime.

High boiling point. Protects the cooling system components against overheating
and unexpected downtime and costs.

Easily mixed with water to the correct coolant concentration. To achieve the optimum anti-freeze protection.

Maximum anti-freeze protection. Low viscosity providing easy flow - even at temperatures
well below freezing point.

Optimal service intervals. Lower maintenance cost.

Superior thermal transfer and cooling capacity. Ensures outstanding engine protection, including fuel
economy.
Increased engine life and uptime.

The difference
Volvo has carried out product
comparisons in laboratory conditions
between Volvo Coolant VCS and three

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other high-quality OAT coolants on
the market. The results are presented
in separate documentation.The main
reasons to use Genuine Volvo
Coolants are:
• Highly specialized: Volvo Coolants
are approved and verified
specifically for Volvo engines by
Volvo engineers.
• Integral part of the engine: Volvo
Coolants are considered a Volvo
Genuine part, and therefore an
integral part of the engine.
• Lower total cost of ownership:
Volvo Coolants meet the high
standards required so that the
engine maintains its performance
and productivity, contributing to
lower operating and ownership
costs during the engine’s entire
service life.
• Longer component life: Volvo
Coolants are the best insurance for
long component lifetime in the
Volvo truck. They are key to trouble-
free operation under all working
conditions.
ENGB 179502 2023-03-20.
Extensive testing
Volvo coolants are subjected to
rigorous test procedures including
industry standard bench tests on
specific Volvo material, such as
common tests and tests to assure that
leakages and sealing damages will not
occur. Volvo perform long term field
trial verifications on complete Volvo
vehicles. This ensures that the engine
is protected, and that Volvo coolants
meet the high quality and standards
demanded by Volvo.
Conclusion
The chemical properties of Volvo
coolants offers optimum protection of
the cooling system components from
corrosion, ageing, swelling and
cracking, thereby optimizing engine
lifetime.
Using an improper coolant or mixing
with other liquids will rapidly reduce
the performance and lifetime of the
engine. Material incompatibility can
lead to leakages, which – in the worst
case – can cause engine breakdown.
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Mixing proportions
To achieve the correct freeze
protection of the cooling system a
minimum of 40% concentrated
coolant in water should be used.
To achieve desired anti-freeze
protection, mix as follows:
Concentration of coolant to provide
anti-freeze protection
% °C
40 -25
50 -35
60 -46
The water quality must meet the Volvo
STD 1285,1: in case of uncertainty,
ready-mixed Volvo coolants are
recommended.
Recommended additional parts
Coolant filter, only together with the
green Volvo Coolant.
Safety information
Safety data sheets are available for
coolants at
https://websds.volvo.com/websds
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