 What is coolant? Vehicle coolant is responsible for regulating the temperature and preventing potential overheating of your engine. No matter if it's a used car or new, summer or winter, engine coolant is vital to your car's performance around San Francisco. Equally important is keeping an eye on coolant levels. A low coolant level could spell potential danger for your vehicle! Learn more about "What is coolant?" and how to check your coolant levels with the service team at Marin Acura.
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How to Check Coolant Level and Refill Low Coolant Level
How do you check coolant levels? You don't have to even open your radiator cap to check the coolant levels. Instead, follow these steps:
- Check the markings on the side of the coolant reservoir. If the liquid is at the 'full' marking line, no action is needed.
- What do you do if the coolant level is low? Simply, remove the car's radiator cap and add coolant - or put a 50/50 mixture of antifreeze and water.
- If you're adding liquid to the cooling system, ensure that the vehicle's engine has cooled down. Opening the radiator cap when the engine is hot can be dangerous!
When Should You Change Coolant?
After learning the steps on how to check coolant levels, when should you change coolant? Generally speaking, you should change coolant levels every two years, or 30,000 miles. The experts near Richmond recommend changing your coolant system when the liquid appears brownish or colorless. If you notice your coolant looking sludgy, make sure to schedule a service immediately in Corte Madera. This could indicate an internal gasket leak, which will drain your coolant quickly and risk overheating.
Coolant Flush Cost
How much does it cost to flush coolant? Expect to pay anywhere from $100 - $250 around Novato. The estimate on your coolant flush service cost is also dependent on your vehicle's make, size, and model of the car in addition to other factors.
Refill Your Low Coolant Level at Marin Acura
Knowing "What is coolant?" and how to check coolant levels is an easy task all drivers can learn. Rely on the service team at Marin Acura for additional help to ensure your vehicle runs at top performance. Learn the differences between your vehicle's engine air filter vs. cabin air filter. In a rush for your next service? Ask about the Acura Accelerated Service offered at the dealership near Petaluma.
