Top Mechanics For Cooling System Inspection, Repair & Replacements
34 Reviews
Mobile mechanic in Bournemouth , 13 years of experience
I am an ex Porsche mechanic, I generally only do small jobs like brakes, diagnostics, sensors and servicing. I started at working on cars at 14 through my local college and went on to do my apprenticeship wi...
GEOFFREY • 3rd May 2024
Nissan Qashqai • Additional work following previous booking
1 Reviews
Mobile mechanic in Tilbury, 15 years of experience
Hi 15 year experience in cars and light comercials servicing and repairs and diagnostics Been training since 2020 by myself and enjoy keeping and getting people back on the road 24hr recovery and roadsid...
CARL • 2nd May 2024
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Mobile mechanic in Preston, 8 years of experience
Over the past four years, I have successfully owned and operated my own garage, where I have gained valuable hands-on experience in all aspects of automotive repair and maintenance. From diagnosing and troub...
CLARE • 1st May 2024
Nissan Note • Additional work following previous booking
118 Reviews
Garage in Luton, 12 years of experience
I've been in the trade for 12 years and in that time i have worked at main dealers carrying out Diagnostic work as well as repairs of all sorts by following the main dealer expectations. I have also had expe...
KONRAD • 1st May 2024
MINI Mini • Additional work following previous booking
5 Reviews
Garage in Blackwood , 23 years of experience
Iv worked at numerous garages preparing and repairing cars for the mot test iv also worked as a vehicle dismantle at a salvage yard that sells parts and deposits vehicle I now have my own garage at bowen ind...
45 Reviews
Garage in Bracknell, 10 years of experience
Over 17 years in the motor industry as a mechanic, in sales and managing my own mobile maintenance company. Starting out as a HGV mechanic apprentice and moving into commercial sales i have a wide variety of...
37 Reviews
Garage in London , 5 years of experience
I have more then 5 years of work experience with vast makes of vehicles. I am specialized in diagnostic, programing and inspecting and fixing Mechanical components of various vehicles.
SUMAIR • 1st May 2024
Toyota Prius • Thermostat replacement
6 Reviews
Garage in Alnwick, 7 years of experience
Tyres, Puncture Repairs, Wheel Balance, Batteries, Exhausts, Wheel alignment, Mobile Tyre fitting
2 Reviews
Garage in Aberdeen, 11 years of experience
All car and light commercial repairs, Servicing, Mots, Diagnostic Checks, Vehicle Sales
4 Reviews
Mobile mechanic in Kent , 18 years of experience
MOBILE MECHANIC SERIVCE COVERING THE SOUTH EAST. We carry out vehicle maintenance and repairs for all makes and models, offering FIXED price servicing, in-depth fault finding, diagnostics, Brakes , Cambe...
6 Reviews
Garage in London, 17 years of experience
Leonardo auto centre is a local family run garage offering a wide range of vehicle repair services . We provide excellent garage services including MOT testing, car servicing and much more.
SHIREEN • 29th April 2024
Ford Focus • Water pump replacement
23 Reviews
Garage in Loughborough , 13 years of experience
HGV Trained, 4 Years At Triumph Motorcycles As An Engine Builder & Training Employees, Mobile VAG Specialist Inc VW Caddy 1.6 To 2.0 Engine Conversions, Manual to DSG Conversions etc
RYAN • 29th April 2024
Audi TT Coupe • Thermostat replacement
49 Reviews
Garage in Pathhead , 15 years of experience
Started at Royal Mail as a fleet engineer maintaining a fleet of 33,000 vehicles ranging from a Vauxhall combo to a artic Lorries to help keep the Royalmail deliver to every home across Britain 6 days a week...
Mobile mechanic in Thetford, 35 years of experience
Served a 4 year City and guilds apprenticeship at a Citroen Main dealer. Went on to work for an independent repairer after that. From there I worked for the RAC as a patrol and in the later years of employme...
ANDREW • 24th April 2024
Vauxhall Astra • Water pump replacement
137 Reviews
Garage in Aylesbury, 7 years of experience
Clutch,diagnostic,brakes,servicing,timing belt and chain,all mechanical jobs,mot’s
STEVEN • 23rd April 2024
Some of the Cooling System jobs we offer
- Cabin heater hose replacement - inlet
- Cabin heater hose replacement - outlet
- Coolant expansion tank replacement
- Coolant/antifreeze drain & refill
- Cooling fan replacement (both)
- Intercooler replacement
- Intercooler replacement (both)
- Radiator cooling fan replacement
- Radiator cowling replacement
- Radiator hose replacement - bottom
- Radiator hose replacement - top
- Radiator replacement
- Thermostat replacement
- Water pump (electric) replacement
- Water pump pulley replacement
- Water pump replacement
Frequently asked questions about cooling system inspection, repair & replacements
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ClickMechanic offers inspections, repairs, and replacements to solve problems with your car's cooling system.
What does the cooling system in a car do?
The cooling system is designed to maintain a certain temperature in your vehicle. Running hot will eventually start to warp the metals inside your engine, which is an expensive repair. Running cold will reduce the efficiency of your engine and other components that work best in high heat conditions, such as the catalytic converter.
What are the parts and components of the cooling systems?
Coolant
A mix of distilled water and coolant. The water provides cooling while the coolant protects from corrosion and lubricates the system.
Thermostat
The thermostat controls the flow of coolant by identifying how hot the engine is running.
Water Pump
The water pump pushes coolant through the system. It is driven by the timing chain, belt, or can have its own electric motor.
Radiator
The radiator dissipates heat to the surrounding air from the coolant. The many fins increase the surface area to maximise the cooling properties of the radiator.
Radiator fan
The radiator fan pushes the coolant through the radiator. This is usually activated at low speeds where the coolant has lower momentum.
Cooling pressure cap
The cooling pressure cap holds pressure inside the cooling system. This prevents the coolant from boiling until much higher temperatures. This means the system can be more efficient.
How do you know there is something wrong with the cooling system?
- When you can see smoke coming from your engine
- When you smell the vapour of the coolant fluid
- When you hear cranking sounds
- When you feel the engine heating up
- When the check engine light comes on
What are common problems with the engine cooling system?
Here are the common problems with a cooling system:
••Low coolant**
A leak in the system will drip away reserves of coolant. Less coolant means the cooling system will be working harder and the engine will eventually overheat.
*Failed thermostat
A faulty thermostat will block the flow of coolant to your engine. The lack of coolant will suddenly overheat your engine.
Worn Water pump
A worn water pump or an issue with the motor system will mean the coolant isn’t properly flowing through the engine. Your pump will be less efficient or broken altogether which will lead to your engine overheating.
Clogged radiator
A radiator can become clogged by poor quality coolant, which doesn’t lubricate the system properly. It will mean there is less coolant and that coolant will have a harder time getting through the system. It will have a gradual noticeable effect on your MPG but otherwise, be hard to diagnose.
Faulty radiator fan
A faulty radiator fan means that air can’t flow along the fins of a radiator, taking heat away from the coolant as it passes through the radiator. This means that both the air and coolant become increasingly hot.
Fault cooling system pressure cap
A broken pressure cap will not retain the pressure on the entire cooling system. This means that steam can vent out and will rapidly reduce the efficiency of the cooling system leading to an engine overheat.
How much does a Cooling System inspection, repair & replacement cost?
You can expect a car transmission inspection to cost around £80 depending on the location of the car. Depending on what repairs or replacements are needed after the cooling system inspection is carried out, the additional cost will differ in each case. To get an exact price for a specific transmission repair (like a thermostat replacement), enter your vehicle registration number along with your postcode above to get an instant price.
Check out the ClickMechanic price for a cooling system inspection, repair & replacement. See the averages for different makes below. We consolidate industry standard data with millions of data points to give you the most accurate price. These estimates may include Timing belt kit, Engine coolant/antifreeze, Engine coolant/antifreeze, Cooling system thermostat, Engine coolant/antifreeze, Engine coolant/antifreeze, Radiator cooling fan, Radiator, Engine coolant/antifreeze, Header/expansion tank, Intercooler, Water pump pulley, Electric water pump and/or Water pump.
| Name | Average Cost | |
|---|---|---|
| Audi | £359 | Get exact price |
| BMW | £285 | Get exact price |
| Citroen | £289 | Get exact price |
| Ford | £242 | Get exact price |
| Land Rover | £300 | Get exact price |
| Mercedes-Benz | £298 | Get exact price |
| Nissan | £272 | Get exact price |
| Peugeot | £271 | Get exact price |
| Renault | £427 | Get exact price |
| Toyota | £252 | Get exact price |
| Vauxhall | £210 | Get exact price |
| Volkswagen | £325 | Get exact price |
Estimates on average repair costs, such as the above results for a cooling system inspection, repair & replacement, are based on ClickMechanic's quote data which combines multiple third-party sources. Actual costs may vary. We provide estimates on average repair costs for information only and accept no liability for any inaccuracies or errors. If you think an estimate is incorrect, please contact us to let us know.
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Mechanics that undertake cooling system work
- MOT AND SERVICES CENTRE LTD, Pinner
- Marshall’s Vehicle Engineering LTD, Harrogate
- Moffat Mobile Mechanics, Livingston
- Norwich Raod Garage, Lowestoft
- Ph Motor Mechanics, Winsford, Cheshire
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- Sussex Vehicle Services, Burgess Hill
- TC MOBILE MECHANIC, Swansea
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