What is a Coolant Flush?
Coolants are one of the many fluids that can be found in your vehicles. All of these fluids need to be changed from time to time, though the intervals may vary depending on the type of fluid.
Coolant serves the basic function of transferring heat and preventing engine damage which could be brought about by boiling or freezing. Different types of specialty coolants are available on the market. There are coolants designed for certain car manufacturers while there are those designed for high mileage cars.
An engine coolant flush is the process of draining and removing the existing coolant in your vehicle and changing it with a new coolant. Over time, rust and scale deposits could build up. A coolant flush will remove these deposits to make sure that they do not cause overheating and do not damage your cooling system.
Signs You Need a Coolant Flush
Allowing your engine to overheat can cause serious, costly problems. Knowing some of the common signs that your cooling system has a problem can help keep your car as healthy as possible.
Hearing Unnecessary Noises
Unnecessary noises are never a good sign for vehicles. It can be brought about by a number of factors. One of the possible reasons is that your engine’s cooling system might be damaged because of accumulated rust and scale deposits. We suggest that you have your car checked at the soonest possible time given that it might need an engine coolant flush.
Your Engine is Noticeably Hotter
If your car’s temperature is suddenly higher than usual, your car might need a coolant flush. There are two ways to check or feel your car’s temperature. Most cars have a temperature gauge which you can check. You can also either feel up the car’s hood or open it to check if the engine is unusually hot.
Coolant Light Is On
The easiest way to know if your car is having problems with its coolant is to check the coolant lights. The coolant light will turn on to signify that you need to have your vehicle checked.
Why Get A Coolant Flush Service?
Aside from removing rust and scale deposits, the additives in the anti-freeze will help lubricate your car’s water pump.
Part of the service is a visual inspection of the entire cooling system, including the radiator, hoses, belts, and thermostat. This checks possible leaks.
A coolant flush service will also prevent the old anti-freeze from becoming acidic. This is important to prevent damage to the bearing in your water pump, hoses, and other aluminum parts of your car engine.
How Often Is Coolant Flush?
Most experts recommend having your coolant changed every 30,000 miles or every 5 years, whichever comes first. This will ensure that your car runs smoothly and you won’t encounter any problems on the road such as overheating.
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