Overheating can cause serious damage, such as a cracked block. So it’s crucial that your car’s cooling system stays in great shape. Automotive cooling system parts include the radiator, thermostat, water pump, and hoses. If there’s an issue with any component of your cooling system, then your engine will be at greater risk of overheating. At Gab’s Auto Repair, our local mechanics are experts at cooling system repair in the greater Phoenix, AZ area.

Indications of a Cooling System Problem

When overheating occurs, cooling system leaks are often to blame. If your coolant level has become concerningly low, then you could be dealing with a leak. When coolant leaks internally, white exhaust smoke may emerge from your tailpipe, which is a symptom of a blown head gasket. If coolant is leaking externally, then you may see bright green fluid on the ground where you’ve been parked, though your coolant could be another color like pink, yellow, or orange. 

If steam is emerging from under your hood, then your coolant may have reached its boiling point. A coolant leak can cause a drop in fluid pressure, which in turn lowers the coolant’s boiling point, leading to steam rising up. An illuminated coolant warning light is another potential sign of a coolant leak.

If your dashboard’s temperature gauge rises into the red zone, then you’ve got a sign that something is wrong with your cooling system. In such a scenario, you can safely pull over into a parking spot, turn off your engine, and call up the shop to explain what’s happening. Then you can get a mechanic’s advice on whether it seems like you can safely drive your car any further down the road.

Cooling System Repair in Phoenix, AZ

When you need auto repair in Phoenix and the surrounding area, contact Gab’s Auto Repair at (602) 780-3118. At our local auto shop, we can expertly handle your vehicle’s repair and maintenance needs. Feel free to give us a call today to schedule an appointment! And be sure to check out our current special offers!