Cooling System Maintenance

Coolant protects your engine from freezing or overheating, but its effectiveness can diminish over time.

A cooling system failure is the number one reason for automotive breakdown on our nation's highways. Unlike a flat tire, you can't stop and put on a spare. Trust Lamb's Tire & Automotive Centers to get your vehicle operating at the right temperature. Lamb's Tire & Automotive Centers ASE-certified technicians will efficiently have you back on the road with a properly maintained cooling system!

Recommended interval: Every 6,000 miles or every 6 months

Our Cooling System Maintenance Service Includes:

A visual check of the cooling system for indications of leaks or oil content
Pressure check the cooling system and radiator cap for external leaks with filler cap and neck adapter and tester
Check crankcase oil and automatic transmission fluid for water content and levels
Test coolant thermostat with radiator thermometer
Check temperature gauge for accuracy
Chemical flush compound
Drain system
Clean foreign matter from radiator fins (if needed)
Check fan blades and pulleys for alignment and damage
External inspection of all hoses for cracks, swelling, brittleness and deterioration
Check engine core plugs, (where possible)
Refill system with correct coolant type, check and bleed for air locks
Check condition and tension of drive belts
Includes up to 2 gallons of coolant or proper type for vehicle and 1 chemical flush compound

Cooling System Warning Signs:

Your vehicle overheats.
Your coolant light comes on.
Your temperature gauges reads higher or lower than normal.
Your heater does not work.
Your engine runs poorly or uses excess fuel.
You smell antifreeze (sweet moist smell).