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PENTOSIN ANTIFREEZE OFFERED FOR SPECIFIC EUROPEAN APPLICATIONS

- Original Fill supplier provides OE-quality antifreeze for wide range of European vehicles -

Cranbury, NJ… CRP Automotive, a leading source of OE-quality replacement parts for Asian and European import vehicle applications, offers OE-quality antifreeze from Pentosin, an OEM first-fill supplier of antifreeze and other technical fluids for European vehicle manufacturers. Three formulations of Pentosin OE-quality Antifreeze are available to cover a wide range of European vehicles including and models from pre-1996 to current model years. Additional makes covered by the line include BMW/MINI, Jaguar, Land Rover, Mercedes Benz, , Saab, and Volvo models. For a list of all the specified vehicles, see http://www.pentosin.net/f_antifreeze.asp for more details.

Pentosin Antifreeze is an environmentally friendly nitrite and amine free concentrate for multipurpose applications in water-cooled engines. Formulated for year-round use, Pentosin Antifreeze protects the material used in cooling systems by preventing lime formation, protecting against corrosion, cavitation, and resists foaming. All Pentosin Antifreeze fluids are manufactured to the exact specifications of DIN, ASTM, and DBL.

The three Pentosin formulations include:

Pentofrost NF (nitrite-free) – Meets ASTM D-3306. The formulation contains no nitrites, amines, or phosphorous containing additives. Make coverage includes: Audi/VW (up to 06/1996); BMW; Dodge Sprinter; Jaguar (up to 1997); Mercedes-Benz; MINI; Porsche 924, 928, 944, 989; Range Rover V8 & Diesel (1990-2005); Saab (up to 2000); and Volvo.

Pentofrost SF (silicate-free) – Meets ASTM D-3306. The formulation contains no nitrites, amines, phosphorous containing additives, or Silicates. Make coverage includes: Audi/VW (06/1996-2005); Jaguar (1997 on); Land Rover Freelander, Discovery, and Defender (1998 on); Porsche Boxter, 911, Cayman & Cayenne (1996 on); and Saab (2001 on).

Pentofrost ++ (with silicates) – Meets ASTM D-3306. The formulation contains no nitrites, amines, or phosphorous containing additives. Pentofrost ++ can be used where G12+ is

required. Make coverage includes Audi/VW (2006-current) and Porsche (all models 2006- 2009).

All Pentosin technical fluids are backed by the CRP Automotive standard of excellence. For more information, visit: www.pentosin.net.

Easy Online Lookup: The Pentosin Technical Fluids program features easy look up on CRP’s online application catalog, which can be accessed through the CRP Automotive Pentosin brand website, www.pentosin.net, or Show Me the Parts, www.showmetheparts.com/crp.

About Pentosin: Deutsche Pentosin Werke GmbH (Pentosin) is a leading innovator and manufacturer of high-tech automotive fluids that are approved and recommended for use as both initial fill (OEM) and service refill by over twenty-five international automotive manufacturers. CRP has been Pentosin’s NAFTA market partner since 1983, handling all sales and service activities in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The Pentosin program includes antifreeze, , central hydraulic/power steering fluid, , and fluid.

About CRP Automotive CRP Automotive is a part of CRP Industries, a leader in the marketing and supply of automotive parts and industrial products. CRP Automotive provides some of the industry’s leading brand names, including ContiTech® Automotive Belts, Rein® Automotive Parts and Accessories, Pentosin® Technical Fluids, and AJUSA Engine Parts. All products are backed by the CRP promise of quality and superior service. Founded in 1954 as the North American partner of Continental AG, CRP Automotive has established a solid reputation for exceeding its customers’ expectations. CRP maintains key distribution centers in New Jersey, California, Canada, and Mexico.

For additional information, visit: www.crpautomotive.com

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