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Message: <blockquote data-quote="sakuraguy" data-source="post: 984657" data-attributes="member: 6441">It seems to be the freeway cliché when older cars are pulled off on the side of the road as steam billows from the open hood. The older your car gets, the more stress there is on its radiator and this is why vehicles more than five years old are often plagued with cooling system problems.In almost all cases, radiator issues aren’t known until it’s too late. With the increased environmental factors merging with normal wear and tear, a car’s cooling system absorbs quite a bit of punishment. Salt, debris, bugs, chemicals, pollution and more slowly break down the metal and strength of a radiator, and this can ultimately lead to leaks or blown gaskets.Few people realize how much heat is generated as your car is driven and heat can be quite destructive if the radiator isn’t operating at peak efficiency. Ideally, you’ll want to get your radiator (along with the entire cooling system) checked every 1-2 years depending on the age and mileage of your vehicle.Your trusted auto body shop or dealership will be able to offer you a variety of radiator maintenance services such as flushing out the radiator, finding and repairing leaks, correcting damage to copper, brass, aluminum or plastic radiators and parts, checking thermostat accuracy, fixing hoses or belts, and much more. In many cases, a little radiator maintenance can go a long way to preventing emergencies and breakdowns somewhere down the road.If you notice that your car is starting to overheat, there are a few things you can do to try and keep the heat down as you make your way to the repair shop. If you notice your car overheating while in standstill traffic, try to give it a little gas (while in park or neutral, of course) as this can help release some heat. Another good tip whether you are driving or stuck in traffic is to turn on the heater. This will expel heat through the vents thereby easing the heat stress on your radiator. Granted, on a hot day this can be brutal, but with the windows down it should be bearable. As well, you’ll appreciate the extra mileage you’ll get from the radiator and cooling system.If all else fails, you might want to safely pull off the road and turn off the vehicle for 15-20 minutes to let the engine cool down. As soon as you experience radiator issues, you’ll want to get your car inspected by a radiator specialist. Only they have the equipment and expertise it takes to find and repair cooling system problems.</blockquote>

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