Overheating? Stop before it does damage
If the temperature gauge climbs into the red or you see steam, pull over and turn the engine off. Driving a hot engine can wreck it. Let it cool, then call your nearest shop. Don’t open the radiator cap while it’s hot.
The quiet signs matter too, like a gauge that sits a little higher or a coolant level that keeps dropping. We check the radiator, hoses, water pump and thermostat. Then we fix the leak or flush and refill the coolant.
Signs of a cooling problem
- The temperature gauge reads hotter than usualEven a small rise is worth a check.
- Coolant leaksGreen, orange or pink fluid with a sweet smell.
- Low coolant levelIf it keeps dropping, it’s going somewhere.
- The smell of burning coolantA sweet, hot smell from under the hood.
- Coolant pooling inside the carA wet floor on the passenger side can point to the heater core.
Why not wait on a cooling problem
Steam from under the hood is the obvious sign. The quiet ones matter too. Deal with those early and the fix can be as simple as a flush.
What our cooling system repair includes
We check the whole cooling system, then fix the part that’s causing the trouble.
Coolant flush and replacement
Old, worn coolant comes out and fresh coolant goes in.
Radiator and hose repairs
We fix or replace leaking radiators and soft, cracked hoses.
Water pump and thermostat replacement
These parts move the coolant and set the temperature.
Heater core replacement
The heater core warms the cabin. We replace it when it leaks.
Doing the job yourself? Our parts counters can supply belts, hoses and cooling parts. Request a part or see auto parts.
What sets the price
Cooling repairs can be a flush or a new part. Here’s what moves the price.
| Job | What sets the price |
|---|---|
| Coolant flush | The coolant your vehicle takes |
| Hose or radiator repair | The part, and how hard it is to reach |
| Water pump, thermostat or heater core | The part and the labour to fit it |
Tell us the year, make and model and what the car is doing. Some problems need a look before we can price them.
Why choose us for cooling system repair
Right the first time
We find the real cause before we replace parts. That’s how we get the job done right the first time.
Fair prices
We charge a fair price. We tell you what we found, and you decide what work goes ahead.
Same-day service
We offer same-day service for most repairs. Call in the morning and tell us what the car is doing.