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Radiators are a part of every car except electric vehicles. The radiator’s function is to control the temperature in your engine by heat exchange. In time, a radiator can become worn or damaged, which inhibits the cooling process. If you have a failing radiator, it’s important to visit your Honda dealership for a radiator repair. These are some signs that your radiator could be in trouble.
Rusted Radiator
Rust is a problem for almost any metal object. Once it forms, it will eat away the metal until there’s nothing left. Your radiator is protected against water damage by the grille and the hood. This means if you spot signs of rust on your radiator, you must have a coolant leak. Coolant is a 50/50 mixture of water and antifreeze, and if coolant leaks onto the radiator’s metal components, it will cause rust.
If you open the hood and see rust forming on your radiator, call us right away. Rust can’t be permanently removed once it starts. The most that can be done is to temporarily remove it, and it will return. We can fix this problem by replacing your radiator and ensuring that there are no coolant leaks in the system that can cause this problem again.
Failed Water Pump
The water pump in your engine pumps coolant through the engine. It operates at variable speed to ensure that the coolant works as quickly as possible to remove engine heat. When you hit the gas, your engine works harder and generates more heat. Your water pump will automatically speed up to remove this heat and then slow down again once the engine temperature drops.
If the pump fails, the coolant will be released into your engine but won’t move. Without coolant, your engine will rapidly overheat. If your temperature gauge is going up, you could have a pump problem. We’ll examine your engine and repair the cause of the problem.
Loose Hoses
Two thick rubber hoses connect the radiator to the cooling system. These hoses are tightly attached to the radiator and fixed in place with metal clamps. This secure, airtight fit is essential. Coolant moves at high speed and can easily be hotter than 300 F. A tiny hole or gap between the hoses and the radiator can cause a coolant leak.
In time, the clamps can loosen due to the constant movement of the hoses as they carry hot, fast-moving coolant. If the clamps are not regularly checked, hot coolant can spray into your engine. Your engine will lose coolant, and the water in the coolant can create rust on various engine parts. We’ll test your clamps and tighten or replace them.
If your engine temperature is rising unexpectedly, call our service department ASAP at Rick Roush Honda.
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