Learn how to diagnose overheating problems with this Subaru radiator fan wiring diagram Most Subaru boxer engines have two radiator fans; one main fan and one sub fan for the AC. The ECM uses temperature data from the engine coolant temperature sensor to turn on the main fan and turns on the sub fan when […]
Dodge Radiator Fan Wiring Diagram — How the fan is wired — Ricks Free Auto Repair Advice Ricks Free Auto Repair Advice
Get your radiator fan working again with this Dodge Radiator Fan Wiring Diagram Most Dodge vehicles have a solid state radiator fan controller that varies the fan speeds by pulsing the ground to the radiator fan motor. However, older Chrysler and Dodge vehicles use a more traditional radiator fan relay. This is the Dodge Radiator […]
Make auto repair much easier with this hose clamp pliers tool set — Ricks Free Auto Repair Advice Ricks Free Auto Repair Advice
These hose clamp pliers remove stubborn spring clamps without slipping If you’ve worked on a late model vehicle, you know that every hose has a constant Examples of the many styles of constant-tension hose clamps tension spring clamp. You can try using an ordinary pliers; if you want to waste a lot of time. Or, […]
Hose clamp pliers tool set — Ricks Free Auto Repair Advice Ricks Free Auto Repair Advice
Hose clamp pliers tool set If you’ve worked on a late model vehicle, you know that every hose has a constant tension spring clamp. You can try using an ordinary pliers; if you want to waste a lot of time. Or, you can use the proper tool that grips the ears of the spring clamp […]
Difference between intercooler and a radiator — Ricks Free Auto Repair Advice Ricks Free Auto Repair Advice
What’s the difference between an intercooler and a radiator An intercooler and a radiator are both heat exchangers A radiator is a heat exchanger that removes heat from engine coolant A radiator sits right behind the grille. As air passes through the radiator, it picks up heat from the engine coolant, reducing the temperature of […]
What are the most common causes of water pump failure — Ricks Free Auto Repair Advice Ricks Free Auto Repair Advice
Causes of water pump failure A failed seal is the most common water pump failure A water pump seal keeps high pressure coolant from leaking out of a rotating component. The water pump seal prevents coolant from reaching the row of bearing that allow the pulley shaft to rotate. In some cases the seal is […]
Steps to replace a water pump — Ricks Free Auto Repair Advice Ricks Free Auto Repair Advice
How to replace a water pump Replacing a water pump is fairly easy if it’s accessible. But there are a few things to keep in mind when replacing a water pump. Never rotate a dry water pump It seems like everyone wants to test a new water pump by rotating the pump shaft right out […]
How to do a coolant drain and fill — Ricks Free Auto Repair Advice Ricks Free Auto Repair Advice
Perform a coolant drain and fill at home It’s hard to do a full coolant flush at home (see why here). But it is a bit easier to do a coolant drain and refill yourself. Here’s how. Ignore the recommendation to drain coolant from the radiator drain The old plastic drains break and leak In […]