Coolant Change in Smethwick
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Bearwood Garage is a family run business, established 1998, with over 30 years of experience in the motor trade. Our team of highly qualified technicians work with the latest diagnostic technology and equipment to give our customers the best possible service. Our 5 bay workshop allows speedy service...
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With quality selected management systems in place, Middlemore Coachworks have adapted to new technology and changing trends, all while providing industry-leading repairs for our customers. Whether you need us to repair your old Rover or buff out a dent on your new Audi, we take pride in providing ef...
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GMP Autos is your place if you aim to get exceptional, full quality, and cost-effective services for your cars. We provide high-standard finest services with the help of your expert mechanics and technicians. You can always count on us and trust us with your vehicle as we make sure that your vehic...
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Smethwick’s largest independent auto care specialist with a state-of-the-art workshop and skilled technicians to accommodate all of your vehicle's servicing & repair needs, there's no better place than YSN Autocentre!
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Based in Birmingham, West Midlands our mission is to deliver our customers with performance tuning and remapping solutions for their vehicles. We are passionate about what we do and have no interest in offering inferior products to the nation. With constant research and development, we can regulate ...
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 Smethwick. 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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