How to Maintain Your Cooling System

Is your cooling system no longer keeping your engine at the proper temperature?

The cooling system in your vehicle is essential to prevent your engine from overheating. If your engine overheats, it can lead to costly repairs.

 

Follow these steps to maintain your cooling system:

 

1.     Check your Radiator Cap for leakage – Your radiator helps maintain proper pressure throughout your entire cooling system, so make sure the cap hasn’t failed. Caution: DO NOT attempt to unscrew your Radiator Cap. Doing so can release pressure, and if the coolant is hot you may be badly burned.

2.     Top off coolant- If your coolant levels are low, top off. 

3.     Keep radiator clean – Debris can seep into your cooling system, so make sure to have it checked by a technician when you get your car serviced.

4.     Flush your coolant system – Flushing your system is recommended every 30,000 miles or every 5 years - whichever comes first. This will clear all debris and sediment that has built up in your system.

5.     Examine the fan and hoses – Inspect your engine fan and cooling system hoses for leaks, cracks, or loose fittings. The components can wear down, causing problems if damaged.

 

“The team at Arbor Motion are awesome! I had my Volvo C 30 towed in for a mechanical repair. They kept me up to date throughout the entire process. They did what they stated they would do in a timely fashion and the repair estimate was right on point.”

 

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