It’s vital for your car’s cooling system to run efficiently. Any loss of performance could have catastrophic consequences for the engine, such as a blown gasket, warped cylinder head, or total engine failure. The technicians at our Chevy dealership can service your car to ensure optimal cooling efficiency.
6 Chevy Services That Improve Engine Cooling Efficiency
Flush the Coolant Before It Deteriorates
Coolant is key to a healthy engine. This fluid has superb heat conductivity and thermal capacity, plus anti-corrosion qualities. However, these qualities fade over time, and you’ll need to flush your coolant every two or three years. Check it often by looking at the coolant reservoir, which is usually transparent.
Inspect and Clean the Radiator
The coolant carries heat from the engine to the radiator and releases it while passing through the radiator fins. It’s important to keep these fins clean and unclogged, so heat can escape easily from them.
Check your radiator periodically and clean away any leaves or grime gathering on it. Also, clean away any rust before it develops and causes a coolant leak.
Pressure-Test the Entire Cooling System
It’s essential to regularly pressure-test your cooling system. Here, our technician will pressurize each component, which reveals any leaks or other problems. It’s advisable to schedule a pressure test once or twice a year. Also, do so if you notice leaking coolant or signs that the engine might be overheating.
Check and Replace the Thermostat
The thermostat controls the flow of coolant to the radiator. This hardy component will usually last about a decade, but can sometimes fail prematurely. Our annual system inspections will include examining the thermostat for signs of wear or corrosion. They can then replace it before a bad thermostat disrupts the cooling system and causes damage to the engine.
Inspect the Water Pump
The water pump pushes the coolant through the system. If the water pump fails, coolant stops circulating, and the engine rapidly heats up. During routine inspections, the technicians will examine and pressure-test the water pump to make sure it’s in great shape.
Check and Replace the Serpentine Belt
The serpentine belt transmits power from the engine to the water pump. If this belt cracks or slips loose, the cooling system will shut down. This is one of many reasons to check your serpentine belt periodically. If it ever appears worn or frayed, have it replaced.
Keep Your Engine Cool With Routine Service at Your Chevy Dealership
Our experienced specialists can set up a convenient year-round service timetable for your Chevy. We’ll coordinate essential maintenance tasks to minimize the amount of time your car spends in the service center.
Come to Vachon Chevrolet in Brooklyn, CT, to get started. We take care to carry out courteous, cost-effective, high-quality repairs and maintenance services.
