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Y C C Service Centre Ltd
256-280 Ribbleton Lane, Preston, PR1 5EB
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YCC Service Centre is an established Workshop, MOT Centre and has an Approved Bodyshop. We can service all makes and models and our MOT centre is able to MOT class 4 & 7 vehicles too. We have free wifi and a waiting area if you require to wait whilst we carry out your work. We can also offer home...

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Signature Auto Care Ltd
Clifton Business Park, Preston New Road, Preston, PR4 0XQ
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We are a car & light commercial service centre established in 2005. We cater for all makes & models including motorhomes. We are a fully equipped seven ramp workshop with four vastly qualified technicians from all spectrums of the motor industry. All types of servicing and repairs from head gaskets,...

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BELMONT GARAGE (LONGRIDGE) LTD
BELMONT GARAGE, UNIT 2 INGLEWHITE ROAD, LONGRIDGE, PRESTON, PR3 2DB
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Belmont Garage, Preston is a family run business, established since 1987. We Service, Maintain and MOT all types of vehicles including Hybrids. Offering a good price with a fantastic service, we take pride in the service we deliver. We now also fit DAB Digital Radios!

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HiQ Tyres & Autocare Preston
Unit 26 Roman Way Industrial Estate,, Preston, PR2 5BD
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With over 16 years experience, HiQ Tyres & Autocare Preston offers a professional, friendly service catering for cars, vans, caravans and trailers. We also offer a 24/7 mobile tyre fitting and roadside puncture repair service across the North West and Lancashire. The service we're proudest of is our...

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Ace elite autos limited
1 patten Street, Preston, PR1 2HA
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At Ace Elite Autos Ltd we offer value for money but don't let it affect the quality of workmanship and parts. All our services come with Castrol Oil because we believe its the best and can't be better.

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Johnsons Seat Preston
Riversway Motor Park, Admiral Way, Preston, Lancashire, PR2 2JW
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No matter what car, new or used, from us or not our technical experts can ensure that your car is cared for properly. Our services range from a basic/interim service to a full/major service. Johnsons dealerships are well equipped with state-of-the-art facilities to ensure we provide the best diagnos...

What is coolant?

Coolant is a specially-formulated chemical liquid, commonly known as antifreeze, that circulates through a car’s engine. It removes excess heat from a car’s engine by passing it through the car’s radiator. Furthermore, the solution contains inhibitors that protect the metal, plastic and rubber in the cooling system from corrosion. And, as the name antifreeze suggests, it also doesn’t freeze up in bitterly cold conditions, so it plays an important role in a car all year long.

Why is changing the coolant important?

You should book a coolant change frequently, at least every 2 years. Low coolant can cause overheating, which would have serious implications for other components on the car. Even though coolant can leak and evaporate over time, in many cars it often looks as though the coolant never needs changing because its level seems to stay the same. However, draining and flushing the coolant system, including the radiator, at least once a year is important. Flushing pushes out all the old coolant, debris from corrosion and scale. If left in the engine, it may become clogged up, potentially causing extensive damage.

How is a coolant change done?

Before a mechanic drains the cooling system, he might add coolant cleaner to the coolant and then start the engine, depending on what the manufacturer specifies. After the car has run for a while, he would turn it off and drain it. He would then add water to flush it and drain it again, twice, before finally putting in the fresh coolant.

What are the possible signs that a car needs a coolant change?

 

  • When a car’s maintenance or engine temperature light illuminates on its dashboard.
  • If the car’s engine starts running at a higher temperature than usual, signifying that the engine is overheating.

 

How long does a coolant change take?

 

  • Approximately 1 hour.

 

How much does a coolant change cost?

 

  • Up to £50.

 

What do you need from your garage?

This might sound like a question with an obvious answer: you need a garage that can service or repair your car quickly and at a good price. But think again and you may realise there are other factors that affect your choice of garage in Preston. If you need to bring your son or daughter with you when you take your car in, are there toys in the waiting room? If you’re dropping the car off between school and work, can you pick up a cup of coffee while you’re there? Might the garage even collect your car and drop it back at your house after the work is done? You can find answers to all these questions on BookMyGarage.

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