Maintenance Tips, Tricks And Hacks For Your Vehicle
Category: Cooling Systems & Components
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Does A Bad Water Pump Affect Heat? No Heat Solved
When winter comes, there is nothing worse than driving a car with no heat. Apart from not being able to heat up the cabin for comfort, you won’t be able to defog your windshield. When a vehicle has no heat, most people think of a bad blend door actuator or a failed AC component. But,…
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Can a Water Pump Cause Car To Overheat? Yes, and Here Is How
There are a lot of components that can cause a car to overheat when they fail, but is the water pump one of them? The purpose of the water pump is to circulate the coolant through the engine. By doing so, it regulates the temperature of the engine. However, can a failed water pump cause…
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What Coolant Does My Car Need? (Explained!)
Coolant is an essential component of the cooling system. It circulates around the engine and absorbs the heat, thus preventing the engine from overheating. If you owned more than one car, you may have noticed that on some cars the coolant is green and on some it is red. Well, what is the difference between…
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Can You Drive Without a Coolant Reservoir Cap?
The coolant reservoir cap is an important component of a car’s cooling system. It is designed to keep the right pressure in the coolant system which is between 12 and 15 PSI. But what happens when you try to drive a car without a coolant reservoir cap? Read on to find out. Can You Drive…
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How a Coolant Temperature Sensor Works
A coolant temperature sensor is an important part of a car’s cooling system. It helps to ensure that the engine runs at the correct temperature by sending information to the car’s computer. If the engine is running too hot or too cold, the computer can make adjustments to keep it at the correct temperature. In…
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How Coolant Flows Through An Engine – Cooling System Explained
As the engine produces power by combustion, a lot of heat is generated in the process. It is up to the coolant and the cooling system to take the heat away from the engine so it won’t overheat. But how does coolant actually flows through an engine? In this blog post, I will do my…
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How The Coolant Overflow Tank Works (Explained!)
Coolant overflow tanks are a part of the cooling system and they play an important role. As we all know, the cooling system has the task to keep the engine running at the optimum working temperature. The combustion process creates heat and the cooling system steps in and prevents the engine from overheating. But, how…
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5 Reasons Why Your Car Fan Won’t Turn Off
You may have started to notice that your car fan won’t turn off. This can happen while you are driving or after you shut off the vehicle. The radiator fan has the purpose of cooling down the engine. But, why won’t the car fan turn off? The most common reasons why your car fan won’t…
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Why Is Coolant Coming Out Of The Overflow Tank [6 Common Causes]
Your car’s cooling system is one of the most important parts of the vehicle. It helps to keep the engine running at a consistent temperature, no matter what conditions you are driving in. If there is a problem with the cooling system, it can cause major damage to the engine. One common issue that people…
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Can I Use Water Instead Of Coolant? (Answered!)
One of the most important aspects of keeping your car running well is making sure that the engine is properly cooled. This is why it’s important to use the right type of coolant in your car. But what if you run out of coolant or don’t have any on hand? Can you use water instead?…