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DB Autos
Units 3 & 4 Salem Street, Stoke-on-Trent, ST1 5PR
677 Reviews
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At DB Autos, we provide car repairs for any make or model of vehicle. Working to the highest standards, our garage provides quality, efficient and affordable vehicle repairs in Stoke on Trent. We can fix or replace brakes, cam belts, batteries, air conditioning systems, engines, suspensions and timi...

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Scotia Road Garage
Scotia Road Garage, Scotia House, Scotia Road, Stoke On Trent, ST6 4EZ
328 Reviews
More than 25yrs in Volkswagen networkMore than 50yrs motor experience

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Scotia Road Garage was founded by Paul Lawrence and Phil Roberts after more than 25 years in the Volkswagen network. Between us, we have more than 50 years motor industry experience and you can be sure that we have the relevant knowledge and experience to maintain your vehicle to the highest sta...

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LLOYDS TUNSTALL TEST CENTRE
380 HIGH STREET, TUNSTALL, STOKE ON TRENT, ST6 5ET
453 Reviews
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Family run business, 20 + years experience. Open 6 days. Flexible.

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Alhambra Garage Ltd
Herbert Road, Longton, Stoke on Trent, ST3 4QR
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*AA Approved Garage* Over 30 years trading. We have many satisfied and returning customers because we provide the best and most comprehensive car services in and around Stoke On Trent, with a friendly service from start to completion, you can rest assured that you are getting both excellent value fo...

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Johnsons Volkswagen Stoke
Stanley Matthews Way, Stoke-on-Trent, ST4 4DD
70 Reviews
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In order to keep your car running smoothly, safely and efficiently as possible, it’s recommended that you get your car serviced regularly. How regular a service is recommended will depend on your particular car and you can find this service schedule in your manufacturer’s guidebook. No matter what c...

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Van National
Clarence House, Clarence Road, Longton, ST3 1AZ
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Van National the Midlands Largest Independent Van Supermarket have now opened our VAN NATIONAL SERVICE CENTRE here in Stoke-on Trent. Have your Car or Commercial vehicle serviced, and repaired by one of our highly experienced and qualified Technicians completed to Main Dealer standards and above. ...

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.

 

How can you save money (and the environment) while you drive?

As every garage owner will tell you, there are some tried and tested ways to cut down on your petrol costs (and consumption) while you’re out and about in Stoke-on-Trent or beyond. One is to shut your windows. If you can hear that wind noise in your car it’s costing you more to drive. This is because the car becomes less aerodynamic and has to work harder to motor along. Removing a roof rack will improve your fuel efficiency for the same reason. Another useful tip is to combine short trips into one; each time you drive after your car has been parked for a while the engine will be cold and need to use a lot more fuel for the first 5 miles or so. If you do one trip from school drop-off to supermarket to office you’ll use far less fuel than if you do all those trips individually.

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