Cooling System

Where Is the Air Bleeder Valve Located?

Summary The air bleeder valve is typically found on the highest spot where coolant circulates.Locating the bleeder nut can get…

1 year ago

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…

1 year ago

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…

1 year ago

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…

1 year ago

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…

1 year ago

Bad Oil Cooler Symptoms

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

1 year ago

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…

1 year ago

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…

1 year ago

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…

1 year ago

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…

2 years ago