Change coolant

Replacing or changing the coolant can be a tedious and time-consuming procedure if done manually. This is because the operation will require the vehicle to remain stationary for a long time. The floors where the vehicle is parked are likely to be soiled by the flowing liquid.

In addition, coolant is a substance that needs to be handled with great care. However, this can be totally facilitated with the use of a coolant draining, purging and replacing machine.

CHECK THE COOLANT LEVEL

If a sudden drop in coolant quantity is observed, there is a leak in the system. In this case, it is recommended that you consult a garage promptly. To check the coolant level, the vehicle must be parked on a flat surface.

The engine must be cold, i.e. it must have been switched off for several hours in order not to falsify the results. This reduces any risk of splashing or burning in case it is necessary to open the expansion tank cap. The expansion vessel is usually made of clear plastic. It indicates a « minimum » and a « maximum » level.

The coolant level must be between these two levels. If the level is below the “minimum” mark, the expansion tank must be filled with new coolant appropriate for the vehicle. Otherwise, the engine may not be cooled sufficiently and may overheat.

Overheating may cause severe engine damage. If the level is above the « maximum » mark, the excess fluid must be removed. Otherwise, the cooling system will be over-pressurized, which can cause hot fluid to splash when the engine is running

GO THROUGH A MACHINE FOR DRAINING THE COOLING SYSTEM

The field of automotive mechanics is constantly innovating. Proof of this is currently the drain stations like Flash Cooling®. These stations make it possible to drain the coolant.

This type of machine can be used to drain, check for leaks, create a vacuum, vacuum fill and recycle used coolant. Thus, the emptying operation is done in about ten minutes instead of several hours.

There is no longer any need for manual intervention to drain the cooling system.