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At City Quay Cars, we take servicing and maintaining the safety of your vehicle very seriously, which means we always make sure we provide quality garage services for our customers. A part of the West End Motor Group and members of the SMTA, we have been serving customers from Dundee to Fife for ove...
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CP Garage Services Dundee is a reputable and reliable automotive service provider located in Dundee, Scotland. Wither 30 years of experience in the industry, we offer a wide range of services to cater to all your vehicle needs. From routine maintenance and repairs to MOT testing and diagnostics, our...
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We are one of the leading independent vehicle repair, servicing & MOT testing centres in the area. As a registered member of the Good Garage Scheme, we are dedicated to providing excellent workmanship without compromising value for money. Our team of knowledgeable, experienced and professional...
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We can collect your vehicle, and return it to you when all work is completed. We come to you at home, or at work. Repairers of all makes and models of cars and light commercials, including large motor homes. Diagnostics, all Mechanical, Electical, and Fabrication work undertaken. Breakdown, and R...
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Your car is so much more than a box on four wheels. It represents the best way to get you and your family from A to B safely, efficiently and effectively. Here at Tannadice Motors, we offer everything you need to make sure your vehicle is working to its fullest potential, whether you use it only oc...
What does a car radiator do?
A car radiator disperses heat away from the main engine block. A car engine works by burning fuel (whether petrol or diesel), and this generates a considerable amount of heat. In addition, a car engine has many moving parts; this movement creates friction, which in turn adds to the heat.
Because a car engine must remain not too hot in order to avoid overheating and seizure, when it reaches a certain temperature the thermostat opens to allow the flow of coolant and water around the engine and back to the radiator, where it loses heat to the cooler surrounding air. The front grill of the car allows outside air to blow over the radiator. If the radiator gets too hot, for example on a very hot day, or when the car is stationary, a fan behind the radiator starts, helping to blow air over it.
The most common reason for needing a car radiator repair is a leak. There are many seals, gaskets and hoses in the cooling system that can deteriorate or get a hole in them. Furthermore, every radiator needs to be properly maintained and the coolant must be kept topped up. Your garage should provide coolant changes at the same time as your annual service.
It’s also a good idea to check your car’s coolant level regularly. If it seems to be dropping a lot, then you may have a leak in the cooling system.
How to be a better driver
Whether you’re driving in Dundee or further afield, think about road user etiquette. Showing respect for other road users makes driving more pleasant for you and safer for everyone. For example, if you have to make a last minute change of lane, make your request to change clear to the driver who will need to let you in - and signal your thanks if they do. Be ready to abandon the change of lane if they won’t play ball - your safety (and that of other drivers and pedestrians) is more important than getting to your destination in the shortest time possible. When the position is reversed and a driver asks your permission to change lanes, allow them to as long as it is safe. If you get frustrated, avoid using your horn - it won’t improve matters and might make them considerably worse.
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