Summary
Recochem OEM Extended Life Gold coolant data, from Recochem's own source. OEM Extended Life GOLD Antifreeze/Coolant is a concentrate and 50/50 premix coolant listed by Recochem. The manufacturer lists 3 OEM or industry spec codes, including WSS-M97B51-A1. Stated service life: 250,000 kms or 5 years.
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Specifications
| Brand | Recochem |
|---|---|
| Maker | Recochem |
| Product | OEM Extended Life GOLD Antifreeze/Coolant |
| Part numbers (as published) | 16-734GOEMF, 16-834GOEMF |
| Sizes (as published) | 3.78 L |
| Colour | Gold |
| Premix or concentrate | Concentrate and Premix 50/50 |
| OEM / industry specs listed | WSS-M97B51-A1, US Fed. Spec A-A-870, SAE J1034 |
| ASTM standards listed | ASTM D3306 |
| Service life claim | 250,000 kms or 5 years |
| Free-of claims | phosphate-free, amine-free |
| Not published by the maker | Chemistry, Base glycol, Freeze point, 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 WSS-M97B51-A1 per Recochem (Ford)
- Meets US Fed. Spec A-A-870 per Recochem (US federal)
- Meets SAE J1034 per Recochem (SAE)
- Meets ASTM D3306 per Recochem (industry test standard)
Manufacturer wording: OEM Extended Life GOLD Antifreeze/Coolant meets or exceeds performance requirements of ASTM D3306, SAE J1034, US Fed A-A-870-A and is recommended for use and is fully compatible with product meeting Ford WSS-M97B51-A1.
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Alternatives that list the same spec
Other coolants whose makers list at least one of the same OEM codes as OEM Extended Life GOLD 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) |
|---|---|
| Prestone Platinum All Vehicles Antifreeze + Coolant Prestone · not published · Concentrate and Premix 50/50 | WSS-M97B51-A1 |
| HD EXPERT EXTRA Antifreeze/Coolant Recochem · OAT · Concentrate and Premix 50/50 | WSS-M97B51-A1 |
| HD EXPERT PREMIUM Antifreeze/Coolant Recochem · not published · Concentrate and Premix 50/50 | WSS-M97B51-A1 |
| Prestone MAX All Vehicles Antifreeze + Coolant Prestone · not published · not published | WSS-M97B51-A1 |
| Zerex G05 Antifreeze Coolant Zerex · HOAT · Concentrate | WSS-M97B51-A1 |
Compatibility notes
- If your owner's manual calls for WSS-M97B51-A1, Recochem lists that code for this product. Read the exact wording above, and confirm against your manual.
- Colour is listed as Gold. Colour is a dye, not a spec, so two coolants of the same colour can be different chemistries. See coolant colours explained.
- Sold premixed: pour as supplied. Do not add water unless the label says to.
Where to buy
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