Help! The hose just burst in my
radiator and colored water started pouring out. What do I do to get to
the nearest radiator repair shop? Whatever you do, don’t drive your car!
If the radiator has lost its water and coolant, the fastest way to burn
up your engine would be to drive your car. So, call the tow truck for a
ride to the nearest radiator service shop! In addition to keeping the
water and coolant level where it needs to be, a radiator service will
prevent trouble in your car's cooling system by inspecting for leaks and
replacing old or damaged hoses.
Unless
your vehicle is brand new, it’s a good idea to regularly check all the
hoses under the hood of your vehicle, whether you’ve been having trouble
or not. For instant panic, there’s nothing like having a radiator hose
burst while you’re driving, resulting in a shower of steam that is
frightening and dangerous. If a vacuum hose cracks, the sudden loss of
vacuum can stop your vehicle in the middle of traffic. Follow a regular
schedule of radiator service, along with other vehicle maintenance
issues, so that any cracked or damaged hoses can be replaced, saving you
frustration, and taking care of a small problem before it gets any
bigger.
* If you find a hose that’s soft and squishy, bulging, hard or brittle,
cracked, leaking, or marked with a whitish deposit where stuff has
leaked and dried, replace it immediately before it breaks.
* If you find a hose that’s collapsed when the engine is cold but
springs back when you remove the pressure cap, the cap or coolant
recovery system — not the hose — is at fault.
If
you notice that your vehicle is starting to overheat and you suspect
that the radiator hose is collapsing or leaking, park in a safe place
away from traffic. Call the tow truck to get you to the nearest auto
shop for an emergency radiator repair!
Need
quality radiator repair? Contact a quality our ASE Certified
Technicians at Price’s Precision today by calling (406) 248-2838, or go
on-line to www.pricesprecisionauto.com for advice on radiator service.
OOur Tech-Net professional auto repair shop in Billings, MT, also serves vehicle owners in the areas of Shepherd and Laurel, MT.
