Can you imaging finding yourself stuck on the side of the road with steam pouring out from under the hood?

Your engine gets hot, really hot, and it's the cooling system and radiator that works hard to keep your car and you, from being damaged by all that heat. A special fluid called Coolant is added to your system which also prevents liquids from freezing or overheating and protects the system from rust and corrosion as well.

Most people know they need to maintain the level of coolant in the radiator to ensure the car doesn't overheat but perhaps a lesser known fact is that coolant also degrades over time and needs to be flushed regularly. If your vehicle is overheating and your dashboard shows your car is running hotter than normal or you are leaving puddles of coolant where ever you park, it is probably best to have your cooling system checked over by a professional.

Rawson Motors can give your radiator and cooling system a well deserved service. Our fully trained team of experts will flush your radiator, using a fluid designed to clear out any build up. Once the cooling system is completely clean, the coolant is fully replaced and your car's cooling system will be functioning like a dream.

Your manufacturer's log book will recommend how regularly to service your cooling system but it is generally suggested that you flush your radiator coolant every two years or 40,000 km's whichever comes first. However, your engine size, local weather type, the quality of your existing coolant, and the amount of km's driven all affect how often you should replace the coolant in your radiator.

At Rawson Motors, we provide at your request a full 65 Point Vehicle Inspection Report for free as part of any minor, major or log book service on your vehicle. This includes inspecting the coolant and cooling system and the written report will tell you if we feel a radiator flush, coolant replacement or any repairs are necessary to maintain the safety and performance of your vehicle.

While there are a lot of places offering advice on how to flush a radiator yourself - it's not something we would advise you to do. Modern vehicles can be complex and mistakes like incomplete flushing or changing the coolant in your vehicle without flushing, can stir up even more particles and cause blockages in your thermostat or radiator. It's advisable to have your systems examined regularly by a qualified mechanic, and properly flushed before being refilled with the right type of coolant, the system purged of any air pockets, and then the whole system reviewed by an expert again to ensure full working order and to prevent any costly breakdowns in the future.

Radiator coolant is toxic and needs to be handled very carefully. It smells sweet which can be inviting to children and pets so proper storage is very important - having an expert do this job for you means not handling or having dangerous chemicals around your house. Dangerous coolant also needs to be disposed of correctly, professional workshops can have the coolant recycled or properly disposed of to save the environment.

If, upon inspection, we find that your cooling system has more serious issues, we can organise a quote and perform a radiator replacement service. Speak to our friendly staff today for more information