Coolant System Service & Flush | Griffith Ford San Marcos

Coolant System Service & Flush in San Marcos, TX

Coolant System Service at Griffith Ford San Marcos

Keep your cool in hot weather with coolant system service from Griffith Ford San Marcos. Your cooling system is a critical component of your vehicle and helps ensure that the engine doesn’t overheat. When it’s not working correctly, it can leave you stranded around San Marcos, New Braunfels, or Fredericksburg. Schedule your coolant system to be serviced today at the service department at Griffith Ford San Marcos.

What Happens with Coolant System Service?

When you bring your vehicle to Griffith Ford San Marcos for coolant service, our technicians will perform a diagnostic to figure out the issue if you’re experiencing problems with your system. The team will inspect all the components of the coolant system, which includes:

Radiator
Thermostat
Water Pump
Heater Core
Head Gasket
Control Valve
Fans, belts, and hoses

The technicians will check for any leaks or cracks in the system as well as any parts that are worn and need to be replaced. They will test the pressure and volume of the coolant. Part of the service includes flushing out the used coolant fluid before they install replacement parts and refill the system.

How to Know When You Need Your Coolant System Flushed

You should bring your vehicle in for service with Griffith Ford San Marcos if you notice any of the following signs:

Engine overheats
The temperature gauge runs hot
Antifreeze leaking out under the vehicle
The smell of maple syrup

Antifreeze is the substance that keeps your vehicle from overheating, while coolant is the mixture of the antifreeze with water.

How Often Should You Schedule a Coolant Flush?

If you notice any of the issues described above, you should schedule coolant service right away. Many times, these issues get worse and can leave you stranded with steam coming out of your hood on the side of the highway.
Check your owner’s manual to determine the recommended intervals for a coolant flush. Most manufacturers have a range somewhere between 30,000 and 120,000 miles. If you don’t have your owner’s manual, talk to the service team at Griffith Ford San Marcos. They will let you know the ideal schedule to keep your coolant system and engine in prime condition.
Your coolant has a very important job to do as it circulates through the engine and components to prevent the engine from getting too hot and causing damage. However, it also has a second job that is also necessary for the function of your vehicle. Coolant prevents other liquids in the vehicle from freezing if the weather is extremely cold.
You can schedule coolant service or other maintenance for your vehicle at Griffith Ford San Marcos by visiting our website and our service scheduler. You can also give us a call or stop by for some same-day services.
Let Griffith Ford San Marcos keep you on the road with our coolant system service. We’ll help your engine stay cool, so you can keep your cool out on the highway. Trust us for all your service needs in San Marcos and surrounding areas.

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