Cooling System

Where Is the Cooling Fan Switch Located?

Summary The cooling fan switch is usually on the radiator assembly.Not all engines come with a fan switch. In some…

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Where Is the Thermostat Located?

Summary The thermostat is inside a housing near the top radiator hose in most vehicles.The thermostat is an important component…

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How To Remove Air Pockets in Your Cooling System With a Vacuum Coolant Filler

Summary A vacuum coolant filler is a tool specifically designed to remove all of the air in a vehicle’s cooling…

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How to Tell When the Rad Cap Is Leaking: 6 Symptoms

Summary A leaking radiator cap will leak coolant, causing low coolant levels, which can result in overheating.A leaking radiator cap…

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Bad Oil Cooler Symptoms

Summary The oil cooler is responsible for keeping the oil within its ideal operating temperature, which is around 230 to…

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Symptoms of a Bad A/C Drier and Other FAQ

Summary Not all vehicles have an A/C drier. This part sits between the condenser and expansion valve inlet and it’s…

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What Causes a Car to Overheat When Idling?

Summary Cars typically overheat when idling because you’ve been stuck in traffic for too long or if the cooling system…

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The Dangers of Driving With a Collapsed Radiator Hose

Summary Driving with a collapsed radiator hose can warp your engine’s cylinder heads, cause a head gasket leak, or bust…

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How Often To Flush Coolant and Other FAQs

Summary Coolant prevents the engine from overheating, transferring heat from various components to the radiator where it’s released as hot…

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Can You Put Water in the Coolant Tank?

Summary You can put water in a coolant tank but only if it’s an emergency. After all, it’s better for…

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