Cooling System Service in Carlsbad, CA

Cooling System Service at Premier Cadillac of Carlsbad

When your vehicle needs to keep cool, it relies on the cooling system and radiator. This system must be serviced for it to continue to function normally. If you live around San Diego, Poway, or Oceanside, you can schedule service with Premier Cadillac of Carlsbad.

What is a Cooling System Service?

This service at Premier Cadillac of Carlsbad includes diagnostics to determine if there are any leaks or if any parts are malfunctioning. We’ll check the radiator, water pump, fans, belts and hoses, thermostat, and other components that are part of the cooling system.

If your vehicle is low on coolant, we’ll add it up to full again. We look for any cracks or worn parts that may be nearing failure. We check the pressure on the system and flush old coolant and replace it with new when needed. If we find a problem, we’ll replace the part and refill the system.

How Often Should You Service the Cooling System?

You should have your cooling system checked out at least twice a year. You need to schedule a coolant flush somewhere between 30,000 and 120,000 miles, depending on what your owner’s manual says.

Follow the maintenance schedule in your manual. If you don’t have the manual, you can ask our service team to find out how often to bring your vehicle in for cooling system service.

How to Know When You Need Service

While it’s important to bring your vehicle in for service on a regular schedule, you may need to get an extra appointment if you are having issues with your system. Some signs that it needs attention include:

• Overheating: If your engine overheats or gets into the red zone on the temperature gauge, you need to have it serviced.
• Smelling maple syrup: When antifreeze is leaking and being burnt on the engine, it emits a sweet smell like maple syrup.
• Fluid leaks: If you notice orange or green liquid under your vehicle, it indicates a leak in your system. You need to have it checked because these leaks often get worse and can happen quickly.

Antifreeze or Coolant?

You’ll hear these terms used interchangeably as if they are the same thing, but they are two different things. Antifreeze is the liquid that prevents your engine from overheating or the vehicle from freezing in the winter. Coolant is a mixture of antifreeze and water, usually in equal parts.

The coolant circulates through the engine, keeping it cool when it’s running. When the coolant gets low or runs out, it can cause damage to the engine. If you drive the vehicle without coolant, it will ruin your engine, and you will need to replace it, which is an expensive repair.

Have your cooling system serviced with the service department at Premier Cadillac of Carlsbad. Schedule an appointment online, give us a call, or stop by. Let us help you and your car keep cool all summer long with an efficient cooling system.