Today we want to talk about a system in our vehicles – the cooling system. It's one of those things that TUSTIN auto owners don't give much thought to until it fails and then they're stranded by the side of a road in CA.
Cooling systems fail more often than any other mechanical system – usually because of neglect. Don't you hate it when something breaks and you could have done something to prevent it?
The good news is that if TUSTIN drivers take care of their cooling systems, they can keep working for the life of their car.
Here at Purrfect Auto Services in TUSTIN, we emphasize preventive maintenance services like replacing your coolant according to the factory schedule. But the various parts that make up the cooling system need attention too. The major components of the cooling system are the water pump, freeze plugs, the thermostat, radiator, cooling fans, the heater core, the pressure cap, the overflow tank and the hoses.
It sounds complicated, but we TUSTIN residents don't have to be experts – we can leave that to our friendly and knowledgeable service advisor at Purrfect Auto Services. But, having an overview will help us remember how to take care of your car's cooling system.
Most TUSTIN folks would be surprised to know that burning fuel in your engine produces up to 4,500 degrees F/2,500 degrees C of heat. And all that heat has to be dealt with. If the heat can't be drawn off the engine, the pistons will literally weld themselves to the inside of the cylinders – then you just have to throw the engine away and get a new one. That would cost thousands of dollars.
The team at Purrfect Auto Services can check your cooling system and make any necessary adjustments or repairs. Give us a call.