Acura Cooling System Service Near Chandler

Services Included

When you visit Acura of Tempe to have your cooling system serviced, you can expect some specific services. We perform a diagnostic test on your system, looking for any issues or determining the cause of any problems you’re experiencing. Here’s what you can expect from our Service Center with a cooling system service:

• We’ll inspect the components of your cooling system, such as the radiator, water pump, fans, belts, and hoses.
• We look for cracks and worn parts and search for any coolant leaks.
• We’ll test the pressure and check the volume of coolant.
• Our team flushes the cooling system and disposes of the used coolant.
• We’ll install any new parts needed.
• We refill the cooling system with new coolant.

As a side note, you may hear the terms ‘antifreeze’ and ‘coolant’ used interchangeably. While they both apply to the fluid used in a cooling system, they aren’t the same. Antifreeze is the substance used to prevent your engine from freezing in the winter. It’s mixed with water, usually at a 50/50 ratio. The mixture is what is referred to as coolant.

How Often to Have the Cooling System Serviced

You should check your owner’s manual to find out what the manufacturer recommends for frequency of cooling system services. In most cases, it’s a good idea to have your system inspected twice a year, ideally in the spring and fall before temperature changes. If you notice a leak in the system, you should schedule an appointment right away. Leaks can get worse, which could put you in the scenario mentioned earlier.

Antifreeze doesn’t expire or ‘go bad’, but it will deteriorate over time. You should have the system flushed and new coolant added according to your owner’s manual, which is usually between 30,000 and 120,000 miles.

How to Know When You Need Service

If you experience the following signs, you should have your system inspected even if it’s not the normal timeframe.

• High temperature reading: If your temperature gauge is reading higher than normal, you should have the system inspected. Don’t wait for it to get in the red zone.
• Engine overheats: If your engine overheats, you’ll need to have immediate service. Don’t try to drive it to the dealership without coolant. Newer models often have a safety system that shuts down the vehicle before it damages the engine, which means you’ll need to have it towed.
• Maple syrup scent: This smell means the coolant is leaking onto the engine.
• Colorful leaks: If you notice green or orange fluid on the ground, it usually means a cooling system leak.

Schedule service for your vehicle online or give us a call at Acura of Tempe. Visit our dealership for cooling system service and repairs.

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