150 W Pershing Road Decatur, IL 62526
Signs of an overheating engine can include the hood of your vehicle feeling hot to the touch; you may hear a clicking sound under the hood, or your temperature gauge may be reading at a hot level. Whatever it is that has tipped you off that there is a problem, Miles Chevrolet wants to help. We encourage you to give us a call to schedule an appointment to have the following parts of your automobile checked out.
While your cooling system can function at too cold of a temperature, we more frequently see engines overheating because something is going wrong with the cooling system. Most commonly, a leak in your cooling system will prevent proper temperature control.
Rust can build up over time on your water pump. After all, you're dealing with metal and water. Erosion can also take place, which would result in holes or damage to the pump. When this happens, your vehicle will not have enough coolant running through it to maintain a proper engine temperature.
As your radiator expands and contracts during your automobile use, this can lead to cracks and damage that affect its performance. A radiator can also become worn out from frequent revving of your engine over time. When the fans in your engine aren't performing optimally, expect to have engine overheating problems.
It's relatively easy for us to inspect the thermostat in your vehicle. Still, it's not something we would do if you're not noticing a temperature fluctuation that's out of the ordinary. If your thermostat is stuck closed, coolant isn't going to have the opportunity to pass through easily.
A belt can snap while you're in the middle of driving, and this could cause your engine to overheat in a matter of minutes. Similar damage can occur to your hoses over time, and this can cause the coolant to be ineffective. Luckily, these are common parts that we can replace as long as you let us know there's an issue that needs to be addressed.
It's our goal to provide you with fast and effective service for your vehicle. If you are concerned that your engine is overheating, make sure that you let us know. We want to prevent damage from occurring that could be costly in the long run. Give us a call today!
150 W Pershing Road
Decatur, IL 62526
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Purchase prices do not include tax, title, license and $347.26 dealer fee. Prices include the listed rebates and incentives. Please verify all information. We are not responsible for typographical, technical, or misprint errors. Inventory is subject to prior sale. Contact us via phone or email for more details. *MPG Based on current model year EPA mileage ratings. Use for comparison purposes only. Your mileage will vary depending on driving conditions, how you drive and maintain your vehicle, battery-pack age/condition, and other factors.
