Standard cooling system parts include the radiator, thermostat, water pump, cooling fan, pressure cap, and hoses. If any aspect of your cooling system fails, then your engine could become at serious risk of major damage from overheating. This makes it important to get to the shop at the first sign of cooling system failure. At HESCO Automotive & Performance Center, our local mechanics provide expert cooling system repair in the greater Birmingham, AL area.

Warning Signs of Cooling System Failure

Cooling system leaks are commonly the cause of overheating. One possible sign of a coolant leak is that your coolant warning light has flashed on. Also, if you check your coolant and it has gotten really low for seemingly no good reason, then it could be leaking. A symptom of an internal coolant leak is that there’s a lot of white smoke coming from your exhaust. This could mean that you have a blown head gasket. A sign of an external coolant leak is that there’s bright green fluid on the ground where your vehicle has been parked. It’s also possible that your coolant is a different color, such as pink or yellow. A coolant leak can cause a drop in fluid pressure. This can then reduce the coolant’s boiling point. Consequently, you may see white steam emerging from under your hood. 

Another sign of cooling system trouble is that your temperature gauge has risen into the red. If this happens, you’ll want to pull into a parking lot as soon as you safely can. At that point, you can call up the shop and explain anything of concern that you’re noticing. Then you can get expert advice on whether it seems okay to drive your car any further, or if it’ll instead be best to get towed to the shop so that you don’t risk massive engine problems. 

Cooling System Repair in Birmingham, AL

When you need auto repair in Birmingham and the surrounding area, contact HESCO Automotive & Performance Center at (205) 526-3796. 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!