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Cooling systems services

If your dashboard shows your car is running hotter than normal, your vehicle is overheating or you are leaving puddles of coolant where ever you park it is probably time to have your cooling system inspected by a professional.

Don't be "that car" on the side of the road with billows of steam emerging from the raised bonnet. Port Adelaide Auto Repairs can service your can check your cooling system and flush your radiator if required to give you peace of mind that your cooling system is up to the task of protecting your car from overheating.

Your vehicle's log book will recommend how often to flush your cooling system, but it is generally advised that you flush your radiator coolant every two years or 40,000 km's whichever comes first. However, your engine type and size, local seasons, the quality of your current coolant, and the total distance driven can all affect the need to replace the coolant in your radiator.

At Port Adelaide Auto Repairs, we provide at your request a full 65 Point Vehicle Inspection for free as part of any minor, major or log book service on your vehicle. This includes inspecting the level and condition of coolant in your system and the written report will tell you if we feel a radiator flush, coolant replacement or any repairs are required to maintain the safety and performance of your vehicle.

Cooling systems services from Port Adelaide Auto Repairs include:

  • Coolant flush and coolant replacement
  • Radiator and radiator Cap Replacement
  • Cooling Fan Repair
  • Radiator hose Replacement
  • Heater hose Replacement
  • Heater core replacement
  • Replacement of the Electronic Sensors
  • Water Pump Replacement
  • Thermostat Replacement
  • Cracked and leaking cylinder head gaskets

Our expert technicians will flush your radiator if needed, using a solution designed to clean all the channels of build up. When the cooling system is cleaned and the cleansing solution is removed, fresh coolant is added and the system is purged and checked thoroughly for any signs of leaks or air pockets.

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