Coolant type

2013 NISSAN SENTRA
78,000 MILES • 1.8L • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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ALEX19899
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Hello, i was wondering what was the correct coolant type for my car. I usually use Prestone on older models. I was reading somewhere that Nissan calls for Zerex.
Feb 10, 2019 at 12:58 PM
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Good afternoon.

I posted below the recommended coolant for the system to keep it from producing electrolysis.

Roy

Fluid Types


Engine Coolant

Type .................... Pre-diluted Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) or equivalent.
Capacities


Cooling System Capacity

With reservoir .................... 1-3/4 gal (6.6L)
Feb 10, 2019 at 2:35 PM
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ALEX19899
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So i would need to go to Nissan to get coolant or can i go to Walmart and get Zerex blue type?
Feb 10, 2019 at 3:12 PM
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I would not use Walmart brand at all.

Get the correct coolant from Nissan.

Roy
Feb 10, 2019 at 3:20 PM
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ALEX19899
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Thank you!

Do you know about how much it would cost from Nissan?
Feb 10, 2019 at 3:42 PM
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It is about $18.99 per gallon around where I live.

Roy
Feb 10, 2019 at 3:54 PM
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They usually have them in stock?
Feb 10, 2019 at 4:25 PM
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yes, that is all they use.
Feb 10, 2019 at 4:36 PM