ASTM D6257-98 Standard Specification for Prediluted Aqueous Propylene Glycol Base Engine Coolant (50 Volume % Minimum) for Automobile and Light-Duty Service
1.1 This specification covers the requirements for a prediluted aqueous propylene glycol (50 volume % minimum) base engine coolant for use in automobiles and light-duty vehicles. When used without further dilution, this product functions effectively during both summer and winter in automotive and other light-duty engine cooling systems to provide adequate cooling system performance. NOTE 1—This specification is based on the knowledge of the performance of engine coolants prepared from new or virgin ingredients. See Appendix X3 for more information.
1.2 The units quoted in this specification are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are approximate equivalents provided for information purposes only.
1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
ASTM D6257-98 Referenced Document
ASTM D1119 Standard Test Method for Percent Ash Content of Engine Coolants*, 2022-03-01 Update
ASTM D1120 Standard Test Method for Boiling Point of Engine Coolants*, 2004-05-01 Update
ASTM D1121 Standard Test Method for Reserve Alkalinity of Engine Coolants and Antirusts*, 1998-04-22 Update
ASTM D1122 Standard Test Method for Density or Relative Density of Engine Coolant Concentrates and Engine Coolants By The Hydrometer
ASTM D1126 Standard Test Method for Hardness in Water
ASTM D1177 Standard Test Method for Freezing Point of Aqueous Engine Coolants
ASTM D1193 Standard Specification for Reagent Water*, 1999-04-22 Update
ASTM D1287 Standard Test Method for pH of Engine Coolants and Antirusts
ASTM D1293 Standard Test Methods for pH of Water*, 1999-04-22 Update
ASTM D1384 Standard Test Method for Corrosion Test for Engine Coolants in Glassware
ASTM D1881 Standard Test Method for Foaming Tendencies of Engine Coolants in Glassware
ASTM D1882 Standard Test Method for Effect of Cooling System Chemical Solutions on Organic Finishes for Automotive Vehicles
ASTM D1888 Methods of Test for Particulate and Dissolved Matter in Water
ASTM D2570 Standard Test Method for Simulated Service Corrosion Testing of Engine Coolants
ASTM D2809 Standard Test Method for Cavitation Corrosion and Erosion-Corrosion Characteristics of Aluminum Pumps With Engine Coolants
ASTM D3634 Standard Test Method for Trace Chloride Ion in Engine Coolants*, 1999-04-22 Update
ASTM D4327 Standard Test Method for Anions in Water by Chemically Suppressed Ion Chromatography
ASTM D4340 Standard Test Method for Corrosion of Cast Aluminum Alloys in Engine Coolants Under Heat-Rejecting Conditions*, 2007-04-01 Update
ASTM D4725 Standard Terminology for Engine Coolants*, 1998-04-22 Update
ASTM D512 Standard Test Methods for Chloride Ion In Water*, 1999-06-10 Update
ASTM D516 Standard Test Method for Sulfate Ion in Water
ASTM D5216 Standard Specification for Propylene Glycol Base Engine Coolant for Automobile and Light-Duty Service
ASTM D5223 Standard Specification for Engine Coolant Grade Propylene Glycol*, 1998-04-22 Update
ASTM D5827 Standard Test Method for Analysis of Engine Coolant for Chloride and Other Anions by Ion Chromatography
ASTM D5931 Standard Test Method for Density and Relative Density of Engine Coolant Concentrates and Aqueous Engine Coolants by Digital Density Meter
ASTM D6257-98 history
1998ASTM D6257-98 Standard Specification for Prediluted Aqueous Propylene Glycol Base Engine Coolant (50 Volume % Minimum) for Automobile and Light-Duty Service