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Doing A Vehicle Coolant System Exchange?

Doing A Vehicle Coolant System Exchange?

Doing a vehicle coolant system exchange? It is never a good time to break down on the side of the road in the middle of winter with your family in the vehicle.  One of the big causes of breakdowns are caused by overheating issues. Vehicle cooling system perform two things.  Cooling and lubrication.  Cooling systems remove heat from the engine using the properties of heat transfer. Modern cars use liquid cooling systems. These use a fluid call antifreeze circulated within the engine, that is then pumped out of the engine into a radiator, where the heat is released. Over time the coolant in your vehicle breaks down.  The components of the cooling system included a water pump, the thermostat, the radiator, cooling fans, the heater core, the pressure cap, the overflow tank and the hoses.  To prolong the life of the coolant system and minimize vehicle breakdowns it is recommended to change the coolant every 30,000 miles and replace the hoses ever ... read more

How to prepare your vehicle for the Tucson Monsoons.

How to prepare your vehicle for the Tucson Monsoons.

How to prepare your vehicle for the Tucson Monsoons.     Check the quality of your tires. Your tires displace water and are used for gripping power. How is the air pressure and alignment?   What is the condition of your wiper blades, front and rear?   Have your brakes checked by a professional at One Stop Automotive. Coming to a complete stop takes longer in rainy wet conditions.   If you drive at night, check the condition of your headlights.   You can add an anti-water protector to your windshield and mirrors. This will aid in removing water faster.   Lastly, use common sense.  Give people distance, don’t drive into washes, if the weather is too bad, don’t drive