Question: My question is about radiator overflow tanks. I’ve always had cars and trucks that had an overflow tank that you would keep full to the cold or hot mark. Checking over my daughter’s car, she ...

Modern cars like the Skoda have sealed cooling systems which means they shouldn’t need regular top-ups. As the engine heats up and the coolant expands, any excess coolant is captured by an overflow ...

Start with the basics. Is the coolant level correct (and the radiator overflow tank intact)? Are the fan belts that drive the water pump tight and not slipping? Is the electric fan turning on? Is the ...

Q: My question is about radiator overflow tanks. I’ve always had cars and trucks that had an overflow tank that you would keep full to the cold or hot mark. Checking over my daughter’s car, she has a ...

It all started so innocently: You're puttering around the garage on a crisp fall morning — checking for harmful low tire pressure and things like that — when you notice that your car's coolant tank is ...

As engines get very hot, coolant helps distribute heat to help prevent overheating and engine damage. It also adds antifreeze protection and acts as a lubricant for some of the engine’s components. If ...