Alternative for Type D Coolant?

F4RT · Feb 9, 2018

Hi all,

I'm an owner of a Mégane Sport RS2 2008 and I live in Costa Rica. I'm looking to change the coolant of my car. I know that the easiest answer is to buy Renault's Type D Antifreeze. However the local dealer doesn't offer it (yeah, the dealer sucks - but that's another topic).

So, what would you say it's the best Alternative Coolant for an RS2 other than the Renault Type D?

I've been looking online for options other than the Type D and so far I have just few details:

- Renault's Type D is the same as Gulf Organic Coolant
- The most important feature of the Type D is the ASTM D norm

I cannot locate the Gulf coolant in Costa Rica. Is it safe to look for any recognized brand with the ASTD D norm?

I appreciate any details and help you can give me.

Thank you,

Phil48 · Feb 9, 2018

Might be a good idea if you tell US what brands you CAN get where you are..:smile2:

F4RT · Feb 9, 2018

Good idea. Recognized brands that I've seen are Total and Motul. I've heard good comments from Motul, but I don't know. Also, if you can recommend another brand I can try to locate it here.

funkoval · Feb 9, 2018

Motul Inugel Optimal is declared as compatible with Renault Type D spec.

Total Glacelf Supra.

F4RT · Feb 10, 2018

Very good, thank you. I will try to locate the Motul. I'll let you know the outcome.

F4RT · Feb 10, 2018

Guys, seems to be that I'm able to find the Motul Inugel Optimal. :smile2: Now, I'm looking to change the coolant myself. For purge purposes, do I need to consider a particular detail for the Megane Sport RS2? Or it should be as any other car?

Update:

Is there any "bleed valve"?

Alternative for Type D Coolant?

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