3. Coolant Discoloration

Engine coolant is usually bright green, yellow, red or pink depending on the brand. For effective cooling it should flow freely throughout the radiator and coolant channel. However, with time internal deposits can contaminate coolant forming sludge. This can give it a rusty dark color.
Contaminated coolant has a thick consistency, it doesn’t flow easily through the system and may start to clog your radiator. This greatly reduces the efficiency of your radiator. If you are experiencing this our experts at AAMCO Colorado will examine your vehicle’s cooling system and determine what kind of service will be required.

4. Cabin Heater Not Working

A vehicle’s heater operates by circulating hot coolant via the heater core. A blower fan then blows the warm air into the cabin. However, if coolant is leaking or the radiator is clogged not enough coolant gets to the heater core. If the passenger’s side of your vehicle’s cabin doesn’t warm up properly, there is a high possibility that your radiator is damaged. This could also indicate that your vehicle’s thermostat is faulty. This is why you should visit AAMCO Colorado for the problem to be accurately diagnosed and fixed.

5. Blocked Radiator Fins

Fin-like tubes run across the front of your radiator to cool hot coolant. The radiator fan pushes air from outside onto the fins. As this happens dirt, leaves, bugs and other debris can block the fins. Most of the time this debris can be washed away. However, if the blockage doesn’t wash off you will need to visit AAMCO Colorado for our professionals to sort out the problem.