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How Cool is That! (Coolant level sensor replacement)

Your vehicle’s engine runs hot.  It should, since it’s a series of little explosions that create the power that gets you going where you want to go.  To keep the engine cool, eng...
Published on: Jan 19, 2025

Cooling System

We’re often asked questions about the cooling system – the system that cools your engine and keeps it at the proper operating temperature.  Let’s examine the topic in two areas:...
Published on: Jan 12, 2025

Heater Core

{{ image('MzU0') }} Jacksonville drivers may wonder where the air in a vehicle's passenger compartment comes from. Well, as your engine starts to warm up, it also warms the coolant/antifree...
Published on: Dec 15, 2024

The Hot Switch (Coolant Vacuum Valve Switch)

When the weather gets cooler, you want the cabin of your vehicle to stay warm.  When you switch on the heat, you may find the air that comes out of the vents just isn't hot.  The problem co...
Published on: Feb 18, 2024

Clay County Transmission & AutoCare Tech Question On Your Cooling System

Question I was driving down the freeway and smoke started coming out of my car.  I pulled over and called my husband.  I had to be towed to my mechanic.  He said my car had overheated....
Published on: Jan 25, 2024

Simple Answers from Clay County Transmission & AutoCare for Jacksonville: Cooling System

Question My engine never overheats.  Why should I get a cooling system service? Answer That’s a good question to ask, because if you don’t have the full answer you may end up in tr...
Published on: Dec 03, 2023

Thermostat

The thermostat is part of your cooling system. Jacksonville residents' vehicle thermostats perform a similar function to the thermostats in their homes. At home, you set your thermostat to maintain a ...
Published on: Nov 12, 2023

Air Blend Box

Jacksonville drivers push a few buttons or turn some knobs, and voila! They have air blowing on their feet or cool air chilling their face. But how does all that happen? Well, it's all thanks to ...
Published on: Sep 17, 2023