2012 Jeep Patriot Coolant Type (2024)

FAQs

What color antifreeze goes in a 2012 Jeep Patriot? ›

What color coolant does 2012 Jeep Patriot use? It's crucial to understand that color doesn't matter. While most Organic Acid Technology (OAT) coolants are usually orange, yellow, red or purple, Hybrid Organic Acid Technology (HOAT) coolants are orange and yellow. So evidently, there's quite a bit of overlap.

Every vehicle manufacturer, including Jeep has developed its own coolant or requires a specific coolant that is unique to individual years and models. There are many colors of coolants to help distinguish each including green, red, yellow, purple blue, and orange.

Coolant Capacity 6.8 L (7.2 qt.)

Peak OET North American extended life gold 50/50 pre-diluted.

Developed for new vehicle technologies. Green-colored coolant formulated as an ethylene glycol-based product for long-lasting protection. Provides corrosion and rust protection for aluminum and all other cooling system components.

Originally, the different colours of antifreeze were intended to make clear which particular type of antifreeze was currently in the vehicle. That's because, due to the different chemical make-ups of different antifreeze mixtures, mixing different ones is likely to cause unwanted chemical reactions between the two.

Generally, each generation of Jeep had much of the same coolant capacity. Most 4.0L engines hold about 6 quarts of coolant.

Checking the coolant level is simple and doesn't involve opening the radiator cap, simply check the markings on the side of the reservoir. If the coolant is at the “full” marking line, you are all set!

Let's consider an example: If the cooling system capacity of a vehicle is 12 gallons and the manufacturer recommends a 50/50 mix, you would need 6 gallons of antifreeze to fill the radiator. In this case, you would mix 3 gallons of antifreeze with 3 gallons of distilled water.

What Coolant Does Your Car Need? Different vehicles require different coolants. There are varieties for every type of vehicle, from diesel engines to American, Asian and European vehicles. Each one is specifically formulated to keep its designated engine type running in extreme temperatures.

Can I use universal antifreeze coolant? ›

Makers of universal coolants say their products are formulated to be compatible with all cooling systems (foreign or domestic) and all coolant types (traditional green, OAT and OAT-hybrid with silicate).

antifreeze and engine coolant are similar, but not the same. Antifreeze is a concentrated, glycol-based liquid that must be diluted with water before use at which point it is referred to as coolant. Alternatively, you can purchase pre-mixed engine coolant, a ready-to-use solution of antifreeze and water.

Find Your Jeep's Paint Code:

Here's where you'll find it: Paint codes can be found in front of the radiator 1, on the firewall 2, underneath the driver's seat 3, or in the door jamb 4. *Multiple possible locations.

Thanks to our patented formula, Prestone is safe to mix with all coolants in all engines so there's no need to worry about what colour is already in the system or spend time talking with a mechanic.

It was a green formula coolant that contained corrosion inhibitors that only lasted between 24,000 - 36,000 miles or between two to three years.

Then you have Inorganic Acid Technology (IAT) coolants that are usually green, however, some manufacturers sell them in blue.