Symptoms of Cooling System Failure

When a car overheats, major damage can result, such as a cracked block. This makes it very important that your cooling system remains in excellent working order. Important cooling system parts include the radiator, thermostat, water pump, and hoses. If you suspect an issue with any aspect of your cooling system, you should give the shop a call. At CNC Automotive & Diesel Repair, our local mechanics are experts at addressing cooling system problems.

Common Signs of Cooling System Trouble

If your temperature gauge rises into the red zone, then you've got cause for concern. If your temp gauge has entered dangerous territory, then it'll be best to pull into a parking lot when you safely can. In a situation where you need to add coolant, be sure that you first let your engine cool down. If you open the cap to add coolant with a hot engine, then scorching fluid may shoot up and burn you. If you're unsure why your temp gauge is in the red, then you can call up the shop and describe what's going on. Then the mechanic may be able to assess whether or not it's safe for you to drive any further down the road, or if you should get a tow.

If you have a leak in your cooling system, then there's a substantially greater risk of overheating. One sign of a coolant leak is that your coolant level has gotten low for seemingly no good reason. Another potential indication of a leak is that your coolant warning light has turned on. With an internal coolant leak, you may see a lot of white smoke coming from your tailpipe, which is symptomatic of a blown head gasket. With an external coolant leak, you may see green fluid on the pavement where you've been parked. However, your coolant could be another color like yellow, pink, or orange. A coolant leak can cause fluid pressure to drop, consequently lowering the coolant's boiling point. This can then make it more likely that white smoke rises up from below your hood.

Cooling System Repair in Troy, MO

When you need auto maintenance in Troy, MO, give CNC Automotive & Diesel Repair a call at 636-528-4808 to schedule an appointment. Our experienced mechanics can expertly complete any of your vehicle's repair or maintenance needs before you hit the road!

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