Glycol Base Engine Coolants
In-Service Monitoring

 

Test Description

Method

Required Tests:

Glycol Composition by Gas Chromatography

ASTM E 202.a

Density or Relative Density of Engine Coolants

ASTM D 5931

Freezing Point of Aqueous Engine Coolants

ASTM D 1177

Boiling Point of Engine Coolants

ASTM D 1120

Ash Content of Engine Coolants and Anti-Rusts

ASTM D 1119

pH of Engine Coolants, Antifreezes, Anti-Rusts

ASTM D 1287

Chloride Ion in Engine Coolants

ASTM D 3634

Reserve Alkalinity of Engine Coolants and Anti-Rusts

ASTM D 1121

Foaming Tendencies of Engine Coolants

ASTM D 1881

 
 

Additional Optional Tests:

Foaming Tendencies of Engine Coolants at Room Temperature, Shake Test

ASTM D 4921

Corrosion Test for Engine Coolants

ASTM D 1384