Summer weather is hot, but your vehicle still gets even hotter. The
amount of heat produced under your hood during the summer is enough to fry an
egg! Therefore, it is paramount to check your cooling system at the beginning
of fall to make sure your vehicle made it through the hot summer unscathed.
Your engine is designed to run hot. But, if it gets too hot, the moving
parts, gaskets, and metals in your engine start to warp and melt together. This
leads to expensive repair bills at the mechanic. Your vehicle’s cooling system
prevents your engine from overheating, which also keeps your vehicle out of the
mechanic’s shop.
The excess heat of summer places extra strain on your vehicle’s engine
and cooling system. Your cooling system is made up of a series of hoses, pumps,
thermostats, and fans. Any small problem in the system will cause your engine
to overheat. It is imperative that you check your hoses for cracks and wear,
check for loose or cracked belts, and check your coolant level to make sure
it’s filled to the proper level. Make sure to stay on top of maintenance to
make sure you stay on the road and not broken down on the side of the road.
As a general rule of thumb, it is also important to flush your radiator
every two years and fill your radiator back up with fresh coolant. Coolant
should be a 50/50 mixture of antifreeze and water.
Bay Area Jiffy Lube is also here to help your vehicle stay cool. We check
your vehicle’s belts and hoses as part of the Jiffy Lube Signature Service Oil Change. Bay Area Jiffy Lube also offers the Radiator Antifreeze/Coolant Service
to keep your vehicle running cool.
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