Your vehicle’s engine runs hot. It should, since it’s a series of little explosions that create the power that gets you going where you want to go. To keep the engine cool, eng...
We’re often asked questions about the cooling system – the system that cools your engine and keeps it at the proper operating temperature. Let’s examine the topic in two areas:...
You may have wondered where the warm air in your passenger compartment comes from. Well, as your engine starts to warm up, it also warms the coolant/antifreeze that circulates around the engine and th...
Question
I was driving down the freeway and smoke started coming out of my car. I pulled over and called my husband. I had to be towed to my mechanic. He said my car had overheated....
Last week I was out running errands and my temperature warning light came on – total panic! I pulled over and my car was overheating
After it cooled down, I went right in to my service ce...
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Highland residents who are old enough have probably heard the term “fan belt”. Back in the day the radiator fan in your vehicle was turned by a belt driven by the engi...
Question
My engine never overheats. Why should I get a cooling system service?
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That’s a good question to ask, because if you don’t have the full answer you may end up in tr...
Cooling system problems are the most common reason for mechanical failure. And, they’re largely avoidable. Here’s what you need to know about your cooling system. First, ...
