What kind of coolant to use

[charles4690]

Hi, Just checked my coolant and it is a bit low. Since the dealers are so far from home is there an acceptable coolant that I can purchase from auto parts store to use. Maybe something that is same and won't void warranty. 2013 STS Cant believe how hot this gets. The heat comes up through the seat and when I went to get gas the cap was really hot. This heat issue is really bugging me. My dealer said they just run hot and not to be worried about it. I really dont think a small amount of coolant will make a diff. Maybe a cup low. Thanks

 

[Bob Denman]

If you're willing to do a complete change; I'd switch over to Engine Ice... I ran it in my "686'd" 2004 Grizzly for years; it ran 10 degrees cooler during the hottest, low-speed, high-load conditions... :thumbup:

 

[happyspyder2039]

Hi, Just checked my coolant and it is a bit low. Since the dealers are so far from home is there an acceptable coolant that I can purchase from auto parts store to use. Maybe something that is same and won't void warranty. 2013 STS Cant believe how hot this gets. The heat comes up through the seat and when I went to get gas the cap was really hot. This heat issue is really bugging me. My dealer said they just run hot and not to be worried about it. I really dont think a small amount of coolant will make a diff. Maybe a cup low. Thanks

You might be surprised what low coolant will do. I Buy Prestone 50/50 premixed green in gallon jug that is safe for all engines at Autozone. It's not the cheapest stuff but compared to $8 a Qt for BRP stuff it works.

 

[charles4690]

What coolant to use for spyder

You might be surprised what low coolant will do. I Buy Prestone 50/50 premixed green in gallon jug that is safe for all engines at Autozone. It's not the cheapest stuff but compared to $8 a Qt for BRP stuff it works.

Can I mix this Prestone 50/50 with what is already in there or do I need to drain and refill. Did not see any info on draining coolant in my owners book. Thanks

 

[MT Kevin]

we have had great success with the enviro friendly, antifreeze from oriellys. 50/50 and it does mix with brp antifreeze.its in a tannish brown jug with a black and red lable.

 

[kepople]

FYI: Can Am off road and the spyder share the same coolant type. So there may be a dealer closer that sells atv's.

I bought it from a dealer that does not sell can am, but they carried the BRP premixed stuff.

 

[Flanker]

:cus:! You've made me feel guilty about not checking my coolant more often..........................going out to do it now!