Ford Galaxy Mk I, WGR (EU)

Coolant capacity & service interval

Ford Galaxy Mk I, WGR (EU) models require coolant with a capacity range of 8,2 to 11,7 liters. Service intervals occur every 60000 km or 24 months. The data covers 5 configurations.

The configuration chart below lists fill volumes and service intervals for each engine and trim variant.

TypeSpecifications
Galaxy 1.9 TDi (81 kW) (1997-2000)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 9,2 liter
  • Change 60000 km/ 24 months
Galaxy 2.3i (1996-2000)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 8,6-11,4 liter
  • Change 60000 km/ 24 months
Galaxy 1.9 TDi (66 kW) (1995-2000)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 9,2 liter
  • Change 60000 km/ 24 months
Galaxy 2.0i (1995-2000)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 8,2-11 liter
  • Change 60000 km/ 24 months
Galaxy 2.8i VR6, 4x4 (1995-2000)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 9-11,7 liter
  • Change 60000 km/ 24 months

Additional Notes

  • The Ford Galaxy Mk I, WGR cooling system capacity varies by engine, ranging from 8,2 liters on the low end of the 2.0i to 11,7 liters at the upper end of the 2.8i VR6 4x4.
  • Both the 1.9 TDi 66 kW and 1.9 TDi 81 kW variants share an identical fixed cooling system capacity of 9,2 liters, with no variable range stated for either engine.
  • The 2.0i carries a capacity range of 8,2-11 liters, and the 2.3i a range of 8,6-11,4 liters, reflecting that variable fill ranges typically account for differences between a partial drain-and-refill service and a full system overhaul.
  • The 2.8i VR6 4x4 has the widest capacity spread among all listed variants, running from 9 to 11,7 liters, which is consistent with the added cooling demands of an all-wheel-drive drivetrain and a larger displacement six-cylinder engine.
  • All five configurations share the same coolant change interval under normal use conditions: 60,000 km or 24 months, whichever comes first.
  • The dual-trigger interval of 60,000 km or 24 months means a vehicle driven fewer kilometers annually would still require a coolant change at the two-year mark under normal use conditions.
  • The 1.9 TDi 66 kW variant covers the full 1995-2000 model year span, while the 1.9 TDi 81 kW was introduced later, with specifications beginning from 1997.

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