Didn't Add Water To Coolant

[Dani24]

Hi guys.

My coolant level was below the min-mark, so today I popped in to the Ford dealers and was sold some Anti-freeze and coolant. The guy said it was ready mixed.

I topped-up the coolant and noticed that the new stuff was pink, although the old stuff was orange and to make matters worse, I then read the bottle where it said 1 part anti-freeze, 2 parts water!!!!

Because of work, I can't get to a garage until Tuesday. Is there anything I can do until then? I looked in to draining the coolant tank, which looks easy, but searching the internet goes on about draining radiator etc, which is totally over my head.

Any advice?

[WES180]

If youve only topped it up a little bit i wouldnt worry about it now as it will have mixed with the rest of the coolant and been watered down anyway albeit to a slightly stronger ratio. Having the coolant changed when you get chance wont do any harm if you have the spare cash.

[TomsFocus]

It'll be fine. It's mixing pink and blue that can cause problems. And being a bit too strong won't hurt it either, it may reduce the cooling efficiency very slightly but not enough for you to notice.

[Dani24]

Ah I feel so relieved now. I will keep an eye on the temperature gauge and check the levels daily for the time being.

Thanks for your replies :)