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Engine Coolant Fluid Exchange
Think your coolant only works when it’s hot out to cool down the engine? Nope. Whether it’s hot or cold outside, the cooling fluid allows the cooling system, like your radiator, to keep the engine and radiator at the perfect temperature for it to function properly. It keeps the engine warm and cozy in the winter and cools in the summer. By keeping the temperature in an appropriate range, your car is able to perform optimally.
Signs You Need Your Coolant Exchanged
Low coolant levels: if you notice your coolant running low, there’s a possibility you might have a cooling system leak. If there is a noticeable leak under your vehicle that smells a little sweet, bring your car in to see the West County team as soon as possible.
Discolored coolant – many things in life change, but one thing that shouldn’t is your coolant color. The discoloration can mean that it is contaminated with debris or is so old that it’s depleting.
Engine overheats – this is the worst-case scenario. Your engine overheats, seizes up and cracks, causing your car to just stop. Exchanging the fluid won’t do anything and you will need a whole new engine.
How Often to Change your Coolant?
It varies. Some cars have long-lasting fluids, to the point where the servicing is seldom needed. Others need it anywhere from 15,000 miles and up. For questions or to check the status of your coolant, give our team a call.
Give us a Visit in West County!
If you notice any of the signs, we recommend bringing in your car to see our factory-trained and certified technicians who can accurately diagnose your vehicle. When one part of your car becomes overused, other parts have to work harder to compensate for it which can lead to costly and unnecessary repairs. By working with only genuine OEM parts, you are guaranteed the highest quality and longest lasting repairs every time. There’s a reason why drivers in the St. Louis and Baldwin, MO areas prefer our team for everything from routine maintenance to more demanding services and repairs. We are happy to be the go-to service center!