G30 coolant

[boardy1987]

Hey guys I was lookin for g12 coolant for my car and the guy in halfords said it is recommended that I use g30 coolant. He stated that the g12 is manufacture guide but not always accurate. Does this really matter?

Many thanks ryan

 

[S4_dan]

I've always stuck with G12+ from either a dealer or eBay. I wouldn't mix coolants, but that's just me being me.
G12+ isn't too dear to buy.

 

[boardy1987]

No probs mate I just noticed today that it was low and went to halfords as every1 else closed at 5. Im goanna take it back n get my money back and get the correct one. Cheers mate for your output greatly appreciated

 

[S4_dan]

Topping up with water would of been fine if it's only a small amount required. I know your frustration when places close etc. I live in the sticks and frustrates me sometimes!

Dan

 

[Jimmy TDI]

It's now called G13, and £10.20 per 1.5l. I got two bottles from the dealers on Tuesday.

 

[S4_dan]

G12++ was the last one i bought. So they have yet again changed the name! Why?! lol

 

[Jim_P]

Confirmed G13, bought some from tps recently. No idea why the change from G12 to G13 tho..

 

[B5NUT]

They changed it to meet the new EU green standards (less of the nasty chemicals) G13 can be mixed with G12 & G12++

 

[boardy1987]

I no mate. Seems like alot is happening to the car so trying to eliminate as much as I can haha

 

[AlexGSi2000]

Stay away from the halfords rubbish - Last time I checked it was more expensive than G13 from Audi.
Stick with the G13 - I find two bottles mixed with water fits the bill.