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• How do you detect where a coolant leak is coming from?

Look for signs of coolant leakage—a light-colored residue or stain—around the radiator cap, on hoses throughout the engine compartment (check the ends where they are clamped to other components) and on the radiator itself. If it looks like a hose is leaking near a clamp, try tightening the clamp with a screwdriver.Often, finding a coolant leak is simple, as you can see fluid dripping from beneath...

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• What is the cooling system?

Cooling system means a system in which heat is removed from air, surrounding surfaces, or both, and includes an air-conditioning system.The cooling system is a set of components that enables the flow of liquid coolant to the passages in the engine block and head so as to absorb combustion heat. The heated fluid will then return to the radiator through a rubber hose, for cooling.What is the meaning...

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• Can you drive a car with a coolant leak?

Coolant is used to remove heat from the engine by transferring heat through a series of coils. The cool air then flows back into the engine, preventing the engine from overheating. It's best to avoid driving your car if you have a coolant leak because an overheating engine is an unsafe engine!How long can you drive your car with a coolant leak? Once your radiator runs out of coolant, you won't be...

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• Why is my car overheating if it has coolant?

There are a variety of reasons that a vehicle can overheat, such as cooling system leaks, blocked hoses from corrosion and mineral deposits, radiator issues or broken water pumps. Regular inspections may help avoid overheating issues down the road. Come in today for a consultation on your coolant/antifreeze fluid.Why would a car overheat if it has coolant? In general, it's because something's wron...

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• What controls the cooling system in a car?

Any liquid-cooled car engine has a small device called the thermostat that sits between the engine and the radiator. The thermostat in most cars is about 2 inches (5 cm) in diameter. Its job is to block the flow of coolant to the radiator until the engine has warmed up.The system is made of passages inside the engine block and heads and a water pump that circulate the coolant. It is also made of a...

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• How do I get rid of an airlock in my radiator?

How do you push air out of a radiator? Turn off the heater. Shut off the engine and let it cool. Then, add more coolant to the radiator if necessary, to bring the level up to the bottom of the radiator neck. Squeeze the upper radiator hose to expel air after adding more coolant, and add more coolant if necessary. What causes airlocks in radiators? An air lock occurs when air gets trapped inside yo...

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• What are the 4 functions of a cooling system?

The cooling system has four primary functions as follows: Remove excess heat from the engine, Maintain a constant engine operating temperature, Increase the temperature of a cold engine as quickly as possible, Provide a means for heater operation (warming the passenger compartment).The cooling system has four primary functions as follows: Remove excess heat from the engine, Maintain a constant eng...

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• What are some symptoms of a failing water pump?

If you're hearing a high-pitched whining sound that increases as you accelerate, it could be a sign that your water pump is failing. This noise is caused by a loose belt, and the belt becomes loose when the pulley is loose or the bearings are wearing out.Bad Water Pump Symptoms Leaking of Coolant. When the water pump goes bad, it may leak from the axle sealing or any gasket. ... Squealing Noise. W...

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