Radiator Services
Radiator Services in Meriden, Middletown, Durham, Middlefield, Southington, CT
- Are you losing coolant and antifreeze?
- Has your car been overheating?
- Our experienced specialists can help
Radiators are key to ensuring your vehicle doesn’t overheat. If you are experiencing trouble with your radiator, Safe Auto Services is here to help. We have been serving clients around the Meriden, CT region for over 40 years and counting and are well-known as a reliable, fair and trustworthy mechanic.
We have seen all the common radiator issues over the years and resolved them all for our customers. Every auto radiator repair or installation we make is backed by a 24 month or 24k mile warranty, so you can rest assured that the job will not just get done quickly, but be done correctly. To understand the radiator’s function and common problems more, read on.
How Does My Car’s Radiator Work?
Engines run hot, as you might imagine. Their entire source of power comes from combustion, which outputs an incredible amount of heat. The radiator is meant to mitigate that. Positioned directly next to the engine, radiators work by taking the excess heat from the area and passing the hot coolant through its metal fins. The radiator cools the coolant, allowing it to cool the engine more efficiently. This cycle can be easily disrupted if the radiator becomes damaged and is no longer able to keep up with cooling needs of the engine. If you have ever seen a car pulled over on the side of the road with smoke billowing out from the hood, this was almost certainly caused by a broken radiator. If your vehicle is running hot, contact us right away. It’s dangerous to drive an overheating vehicle and we can address the issue quickly and for a fair price. Contact us today to repair or replace your damaged radiator.
Signs Your Car Radiator Needs Repaired
Temperature Gauge
The first step is checking to see if your temperature gauge reads hot. It maybe that you just are low on fluid, or there could be a thermostat problem.
Over Heating
A more easy to spot sign is if your are overheating. Overheating is identified as steam coming out from under your hood.
Discoloration or Rust
Extreme discoloration or rust on the radiator or around the hose can head to it springing a leak.
Low Coolant Levels
Occasionally, it is important to check your coolant levels. If you see that your coolant is consistently low you may have a leak
Coolant Leeks
If you see a bright green, or pink or yellow fluid under or on your car, it is likely that you are leaking coolant, and this can lead to your engine overheating
