As the impurities in our body fluids affect the proper functioning of our body parts, in a similar fashion, sludge in the radiator liquid degrades the engine's performance. Coolant acts as an ...

Q: Greg, what is the proper procedure to flush and refill my radiator? I want to avoid problems from rust in the cooling system. How often should I flush and refill my radiator? — Aaron, Shamokin, Pa.

You should do three things to keep your cooling system in good shape: Check for leaks. Replace worn hoses before they split. Flush the system and change the coolant at least once a year or every ...

Sometimes it can go unnoticed, but if your car's radiator fluid changes color, it's best not to ignore it. Here's everything ...

Right now I am using an old truck radiator to cool my cooling system's water. I have changed the water a few times, but it always ends up yellowish with some particles thanks to the oil and grime in ...

To keep the water in the cooling system from boiling or freezing, the water is mixed with coolant or antifreeze. Car Smarts: Most coolants contain about 95 percent ethylene glycol, a chemical that ...