How to Maintain Your Car's Radiator

Just as a hot-headed person often gets into trouble, so too does a car develop problems when the engine starts to overheat. You certainly wouldn't want your car to overheat while driving in the middle of a busy road or a remote area where there's no access to emergency repair. The key to keeping cool is to maintain your car's radiator in top condition before hitting the road.

The radiator is a type of heat exchanger designed to transfer away heat produced by the engine and thereby prevent any component from breaking down or burning out. Despite the name, this component does not transfer heat by thermal radiation but rather by convection. Heat is transferred by the coolant flowing through the system. As such, it is extremely important to have a sufficient amount of engine coolant every time you drive.

Meanwhile, regular inspection will let you know whether the hose connected to your coolant needs to be replaced by a bigger one. The larger the tube, the more heat can be exchanged, thus preventing the chances of overheating. You may also consider replacing the auto compressor as necessary to make sure a sufficient amount of coolant is being pumped in and out of the system.

Likewise, don't forget to put antifreeze to prevent damage whenever the radiator is not at work. Antifreeze also helps other components from corroding.