Summary
Recochem OEM Extended Life Euro I coolant data, from Recochem's own source. OEM Extended Life EURO I Antifreeze/Coolant is a concentrate and 50/50 premix HOAT ethylene glycol-based coolant listed by Recochem. The manufacturer lists 2 OEM or industry spec codes, including VW TL 774-G. Stated service life: 250,000 km or 5 years.
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Specifications
| Brand | Recochem |
|---|---|
| Maker | Recochem |
| Product | OEM Extended Life EURO I Antifreeze/Coolant |
| Part numbers (as published) | 16-314GOEME, 16-324GOEME |
| Sizes (as published) | 3.78 L |
| Chemistry | HOAT |
| Base glycol | Ethylene glycol |
| Premix or concentrate | Concentrate and Premix 50/50 |
| OEM / industry specs listed | VW TL 774-G, BS 6580 |
| ASTM standards listed | ASTM D3306, ASTM D6210, ASTM D7583 |
| Service life claim | 250,000 km or 5 years |
| Not published by the maker | Colour, Freeze point, Free-of claims, Datasheet. Check the product label or ask the manufacturer. |
| Source | manufacturer page |
| Last checked | 22 October 2026 |
Specs and approvals listed by the manufacturer
- Meets VW TL 774-G per Recochem (Volkswagen Group)
- Meets BS 6580 per Recochem (British Standard)
- Meets ASTM D3306 per Recochem (industry test standard)
- Meets ASTM D6210 per Recochem (industry test standard)
- Meets ASTM D7583 per Recochem (industry test standard)
Manufacturer wording: OEM Extended Life EURO I Antifreeze/Coolant meets or exceeds performance requirements of ASTM D3306, BS6580, ASTM D6210-10, ASTM D7583 and recommended for use with VW TL774G+.
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What the manufacturer says it is for
It is recommended for use in BMW®, Mercedes-Benz®, Volvo® and other newer model light duty gasoline or diesel powered vehicles requiring a nitrite, amine and phosphate (NAP) free, OAT engine coolant.
Quoted from the manufacturer's page. Coolant.com has not verified fitment for any vehicle, and a listed make or year range is the manufacturer's statement, not ours.
Alternatives that list the same spec
Other coolants whose makers list at least one of the same OEM codes as OEM Extended Life EURO I Antifreeze/Coolant. More shared codes first. Match the exact code in your manual, and do not mix chemistries when topping up.
| Product | Same code(s) |
|---|---|
| Castrol Radicool Si-OAT Castrol · Si-OAT · Concentrate | VW TL 774-G |
| Shell Coolant Longlife Plus Concentrate Shell · Si-OAT · Concentrate | VW TL 774-G |
| Shell Coolant Longlife Plus Ready to Use Shell · Si-OAT · Premix (ready to use) | VW TL 774-G |
| Xstream G40 Antifreeze & Coolant Concentrate Comma · Si-OAT · Concentrate | VW TL 774-G |
| Xstream G40 Antifreeze & Coolant Ready Mixed Comma · Si-OAT · Premix 50/50 | VW TL 774-G |
| Zerex G40 Antifreeze Coolant Zerex · not published · Concentrate | VW TL 774-G |
Compatibility notes
- If your owner's manual calls for VW TL 774-G, Recochem lists that code for this product. Read the exact wording above, and confirm against your manual.
- Chemistry is listed as HOAT. Mixing different chemistries can shorten coolant life. See OAT vs HOAT vs IAT and use the mixing checker before topping up.
- Sold premixed: pour as supplied. Do not add water unless the label says to.
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