All
 of the moving parts of your vehicle's engine create a lot of friction. 
That friction, combined with the internal combustion process, generates a
 large amount of heat. The coolant system is critical to protect your 
vehicle's engine from heat damage. A typical engine can run at well over
 200 degrees, and the combustion process can generate over 4,500 
degrees. Those are significant numbers, and that's why you need to keep 
things cool.
At the heart of your car's coolant
 system is the radiator. After the coolant flows through the engine, 
absorbing its heat, it enters the radiator. Cool air from outside of the
 engine flows over the radiator to take the heat out of the coolant, 
which then cycles back through the engine to continue cooling it. If the
 radiator is not doing its job well, or if it springs a leak, the entire
 cooling process is disrupted. We can help protect your car's engine 
with radiator and coolant system services. We work on both foreign and 
domestic radiators and can offer help with most vehicles.
Common Problems with Radiators
What
 kinds of problems could you have with your radiator? As with all 
components of your vehicle's engine, there are some common issues that 
can arise that you should be aware of. Some of these include:
Leaks –
 Leaks often come from hoses, but the radiator itself and also leak. If 
you notice a green tinted liquid pooling beneath your car, you have a 
coolant system leak that needs to be investigated.
Rust –
 Air, metal, and liquid are all found in your radiator, which means it 
can develop rust. Too much rust can cause a hole to develop. To see if 
you have rust, look for a brownish tint to the coolant.
Obstructions –
 Mineral deposits can also build up in your radiator. Our mechanics like
 to refer to this as "gunk," and it looks like a thick, goopy substance 
in the coolant. This can prevent the coolant from flowing
Radiator Fan
 – If the radiator fan stops working, then it won't cool the radiator 
and the coolant inside. This can allow the engine to spike a hot 
temperature while sitting in idle or driving at a low speed.
If
 you're noticing any of these problems, bring your vehicle in right 
away. You will need to repair the radiator or coolant system before 
driving it, or risk catastrophic engine damage due to overheating.
Radiator Maintenance Services
One
 way to protect your radiator and prevent some of these problems is with
 radiator maintenance. A coolant flush, which removes the old coolant 
and refills the system with clean coolant, costs very little and can 
reduce the risk of damage from rust or obstructions. Our team of 
mechanics is ready to help you keep your radiator working at its best 
with a regular coolant flush. In addition, make sure you're checking 
coolant levels regularly to ensure your radiator is always supplied with
 the coolant it needs to do its job.
Radiator and Coolant System Repair
Sometimes,
 even with the best maintenance, your radiator is going to need to be 
replaced or repaired. Our team is ready to assist, with expert 
diagnostics and fair pricing for repairs. Whether you need a hose 
replaced to stop a leak or need a new radiator, you can trust that our 
mechanics will give you fair, honest answers to help you get your car 
back up and running again.
If you are noticing a leak from your radiator or suspect rust or other damage, don't wait. Visit our shop for help today.