Coolant flushes can save you from a cooling system blowout

Mobile Service Pros was able to replace this part on-site. The driver had pulled into a parking lot just as this hose blew hot coolant everywhere. The system was full of sludge, as can be seen in the image.

It's that time of year again, getting ready for winter. Like it or not, we all know that the cold weather is coming. For most people, their main automotive concern is whether or not the coolant will freeze in the cold weather. Although that can cause major problems, it's just one factor. A major cause of failure is corrosion build up inside the cooling system. Most of the cooling system is metallic. Since coolant is 50% water, this can cause rust to form inside the system. If rust eats through the metal, it makes a hole. Examples of holes in the cooling system can be found in a leaking radiator or heater core. But that's not all...

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