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Cooling System Service At Tim's Automotive
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Last week I was out running errands in Parkville and my temperature warning light came on – total panic! I pulled over and my car was overheating.After it cooled d...
Published on: Jan 04, 2026
Tim's Automotive Tech Question On Your Cooling System
Question
I was driving down the freeway and smoke started coming out of my car. I pulled over and called my husband. I had to be towed to my mechanic. He said my car had overheated....
Published on: Nov 09, 2025
How Cool is That! (Coolant level sensor replacement)
Your vehicle’s engine runs hot. It should, since it’s a series of little explosions that create the power that gets you going where you want to go. To keep the engine cool, eng...
Published on: Jul 06, 2025
Cooling System
We’re often asked questions about the cooling system – the system that cools your engine and keeps it at the proper operating temperature. Let’s examine the topic in two areas:...
Published on: Jul 07, 2024
Prevent Cooling System Problems In
Cooling system problems are the most common reason for mechanical failure. And, they’re largely avoidable. Here’s what you need to know about your cooling system. First, ...
Published on: Oct 22, 2023
Tim's Automotive Advice on Your Cooling System
Last week I was out running errands and my temperature warning light came on – total panic! I pulled over and my car was overheating
After it cooled down, I went right in to my service ce...
Published on: Oct 15, 2023
Radiator Fans
If you’re old enough, you’ve heard the term “fan belt." Back in the day, the radiator fan in your vehicle was turned by a belt driven by the engine. There are still belt driven fans,...
Published on: Nov 05, 2022
Simple Answers from Tim's Automotive for Parkville: Cooling System
Question
My engine never overheats. Why should I get a cooling system service?
Answer
That’s a good question to ask, because if you don’t have the full answer you may end up in tr...
Published on: Aug 08, 2021