What Does the Coolant Temperature Warning Light Mean?
2016年9月8日 · What the coolant temperature warning light means. On engine startup, the warning light will illuminate for a second or two to check the bulb and should then go out. If the warning light is illuminated even after startup, it indicates that the car’s computer has detected an issue within the system. The most common reasons for the warning light ...
Q: Mixing red and green coolant in the radiator - YourMechanic
2016年6月7日 · 53 years of experience. Realize that green antifreeze is the old style antifreeze. That was an old type of antifreeze where the glycol lasts maybe three years max. So you’ve got to change the coolant maybe three years or every 15,000 miles. The modern coolant comes in various different colors and red happens to be one of them.
My red coolant light starts flashing after driving for a
2017年3月6日 · If the coolant red light is flashing, then that means that a sensor is not responding to the computer system at that time. Check the coolant temperature sensor, and the coolant level sensor and make sure that they are plugged in. Remove the harness to them and check the sensor for resistance. For the level sensor, if the coolant is full, there ...
Q: is it ok to use red coolant in my motorcycle? - YourMechanic
2017年3月19日 · The red coolant (orange antifreeze) has a different type of corrosion inhibitor that has a much longer service life than the green ethylene glycol coolant. It is okay to change the system over, but do not mix the two coolants together as the chemical combination will cause the seals and hoses in the cooling system to leak.
I have antifreeze splattered all over the cover of my eng.
2016年6月20日 · The coolant expansion tank is there to capture the expansion of the coolant in the rest of the system. The spraying of coolant in the engine compartment occurs after the cooling system pressurizes. When pressure begins to build in the cooling system, coolant will be forced out much like a spray nozzle from a water hose.
Q: Green coolant accidentally mixed with red coolant
2016年10月30日 · 16 years of experience. Hey there. The two coolant chemical compositions are different and may cause corrosive action or gelling of the mixture. If it becomes corrosive, it may damage gaskets and metal components in the engine. If the mixture becomes gelled, then it may clog the engine, radiator, thermostat, and heater core passages.
3 Essential Things to Know About Your Car’s Temperature Gauge
2015年12月15日 · Car is overheating Inspection Cost. Service Location. SELECT YOUR VEHICLE. $145.99 - $170.00. Price range for all vehicles. (1,597) The temperature gauge in your vehicle is designed to indicate the temperature of your engine’s coolant. This gauge will tell you if your engine’s coolant is cold, normal, or overheating.
Symptoms of a Bad or Failing Coolant Reservoir - YourMechanic
2016年1月5日 · Another symptom of a potential problem with the coolant reservoir is coolant leaks. If the coolant reservoir cracks or breaks due to old age or overheating it will leak. Small leaks may produce steam and drips, while larger leaks will produce streams and puddles, as well as an obvious coolant odor. 3. Engine overheating.
How to Replace a Radiator Hose | YourMechanic Advice
2016年7月18日 · Step 5: Top off the coolant. Top off the coolant in the radiator and reservoir. Then, reinstall the radiator cap. Run the engine and check for leaks. It is a good idea to replace the hoses every 5 years or for every 40,000 miles. If you see coolant (red, yellow or green fluid) on your driveway, get the car inspected for leaks immediately.
Is It Safe to Drive With the Coolant Pressure Light On?
2015年12月30日 · SELECT YOUR VEHICLE. $145.99 - $170.00. Price range for all vehicles. (1,822) Your Coolant Pressure Light comes on when your engine is overheating due to insufficient coolant. So, can you drive safely with your Coolant Pressure Light on? The short answer is that it probably won’t get you killed, but it could mean death to your car engine.