Cooling System Service Near Emporia, KS

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Cooling System Service at Victory Chevrolet

Every day, when you drive your vehicle generates enough heat that it could destroy itself if not for your cooling system. It’s easy to see why maintaining this system is important. If you live in Emporia, Paola, or Lawrence, you can get your cooling system checked out at Victory Chevrolet.

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Cooling System Service for Paola Drivers

When you bring your vehicle in for service, we will do a cooling system diagnostic to identify any potential problems before they become major. If there is a problem with your cooling system, we will explain what it is and make recommendations to you as to how we would like to proceed, but we won’t start on anything until you authorize us to begin. We provide a step-by-step process of inspecting your cooling system as follows:

  • Radiator inspection, water pump, thermostat, heater core, control valve, head gasket, fans, belts, and hoses.
  • Check for cracks, leaks, and worn or damaged elements.
  • Check pressure and coolant values.
  • Drain, flush, and dispose of used coolant fluid.
  • Replace any parts that are needed.
  • Refill the system with antifreeze coolant fluid.

How Often Should I Have My Engine System Flushed?

Because the heat from your engine is so high, a leak in your coolant system can mean disaster for your vehicle. Antifreeze doesn’t expire, but it deteriorates over time. Your vehicle owner’s manual will often provide a recommended schedule of maintenance for all essential needs. A coolant flush ranges widely from 30,000 miles to 120,000 miles, so it is best to follow your manufacturer’s recommendation as outlined in the owner’s manual for your vehicle. You can have your coolant tested at Victory Chevrolet. You can also monitor for other signs that you may need a coolant flush.

Signs That You Need a Coolant Flush

  • Overheating Engine: If your engine is overheating, you may need fresh coolant.
  • Temperature gauge consistently high: An obvious sign of a too-hot engine, you may need new coolant.
  • Smell of Maple Syrup: If antifreeze is being burnt up by your engine, it can produce a sweet smell like maple syrup.
  • Fluid leaks: Usually antifreeze is green or orange, but it can be different colors. If you routinely see puddles of colored liquid, it could mean a busted hose or seal and may need repairs and fresh fluid.

The Difference Between Antifreeze and Coolant

Though the two are related, antifreeze and coolant are not the same. Coolant is a combination of antifreeze and water mixed, usually in a 50-50 ratio. Antifreeze is a component of engine coolant but is not a coolant in and of itself. The chemical combination of antifreeze and water allows for a lower freezing point in cold environments and a higher boiling point in summer heat.

If you need your cooling system serviced or the fluid flushed out and replaced, contact us at Victory Chevrolet and set up an appointment with our Service Center or schedule your service online.

Let Victory Chevrolet take care of all your automotive needs today and help you keep your cool.