Auto Repair in Independence, MO

Why is Your Car Overheating?

Engine Overheating?

When your vehicle overheats, it can cause stress and worry. There are several reasons why your car’s temperature is on the rise. Whatever the reason behind the rising temperature in your engine, you will need to take your vehicle to a certified service center like Buddy’s Automotive in Independence, MO. We can inspect, diagnose, and repair your vehicle. Here are some reasons your engine might be overheating.

Clogged Radiator

The radiator may have debris in the cooling fins, especially with older vehicles. The reduced surface area means less cooling capacity from the radiator, so you can start to remedy this problem yourself with a hose and a soft brush. You can hose off the radiator and use the brush to remove obvious, large debris from the radiator fins. If your radiator is clogged internally, you’ll have to take it to a service center to have the system flushed and refilled with fresh coolant. The best way to completely avoid this issue is to maintain your cooling system at your preferred service center. Maintenance is usually far less expensive and time-consuming than auto repairs resulting from a system failure in your vehicle.

Low Coolant Level

You should check the coolant level in your vehicle, and most service centers include such a check as part of their maintenance services, like oil changes. When you see the level has dropped, it needs to be topped up. Suppose you notice the level consistently drops after you refill the reservoir. In that case, you may leak many hoses that are part of the cooling system. You may even have a heater core leak. Leaks can be difficult to find on your own, so taking your vehicle to Buddy’s Automotive in Independence, MO, gives you the expert input you need to find the problem before it becomes a catastrophic engine failure.

Take Your Car to Buddy’s Automotive

No matter what is causing your engine to overheat, the team at Buddy’s Automotive can inspect, diagnose and repair the problem. Call them today to make an appointment to have your vehicle inspected and repaired. If you’re in the Independence, MO, area, feel free to stop by and speak with the team members about your maintenance and auto repair needs.