Your radiator is responsible for keeping your motor cool. When it begins malfunctioning, your motor begins overheating. This can result in serious damage to your motor. Luckily, if you pay attention to the warning signs, you can bring your vehicle in for a radiator repair at your local Chevy dealer before serious motor damage occurs. Here’s what you need to know.
Does Your Chevy Need a Radiator Repair at Your Local Chevy Dealer?
There are several signs your radiator may be in need of a repair. Among these signs are white smoke coming out of your exhaust, a low coolant level, and an engine that is too hot. Here’s a closer look.
White Smoke Coming Out of Your Exhaust
A clear sign that your radiator is in need of repair is white smoke coming out of your exhaust. Your exhaust will blow white smoke if you have coolant that has leaked into your combustion chamber. If you ignore this problem for too long, there won’t be enough coolant to cool your motor. This will result in both radiator and engine damage.
A Low Coolant Level
You also may need work done on your radiator if your coolant level is low. Your coolant is very important for keeping your radiator operating efficiently and keeping your motor cool. It is advisable to check the coolant level in your reservoir monthly to catch leaks quickly. If your coolant level is low, add coolant to your vehicle before you drive it. If you don’t have any extra coolant on hand, add water to the reservoir until you can buy some coolant.
An Excessively Hot Engine
As stated previously, your radiator is designed to keep your motor cool. If your motor is overheating, there is something wrong with your radiator. This could be something as simple as a low coolant level. However, it also may be an indication of a much more serious problem that needs immediate attention. If your coolant level is fine, but your engine is getting too hot, schedule a service appointment right away.
If your engine becomes too hot, turn the heat up in your car all the way immediately. This will take some of the load off of your radiator. As soon as it is safe to do so, pull your vehicle off of the road and turn it off. You should keep it off for at least 15 minutes to give your motor plenty of time to cool off. While your engine is cooling off, check your coolant reservoir to ensure there is enough fluid. If there’s not, top it off.
Sludge in Your Radiator
Your coolant should be bright red, green, or yellow depending on the type of coolant you bought. If it looks rusty instead of bright, contaminants are building up in your radiator and forming sludge. This reduces the efficiency of your radiator significantly.
There are several signs that indicate something wrong with your radiator, including a low coolant level, an excessive hot engine, and white smoke coming out of your exhaust. If you’re noticing any of these signs, contact us right away at Blue Ribbon Chevrolet to schedule a service appointment.
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