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  • How to Stop a Car From Overheating

    The easiest way to stop a car from overheating is through simple maintenance and changing the radiator fluid on a regular basis. Make sure radiator fluid is flushed out at least once every two to...

  • How to Turn on a Radiator

    There is no way to turn on a car's radiator, but there is a computer-controlled fan that can be turned on and off. Find out which relay controls a radiator fan by checking the fuse box with help...

  • How to Change Your Car's Thermostat

    Make sure that a car is completely cooled down before attempting to change the thermostat. Drain radiator coolant when changing a car's thermostat with help from an auto mechanic in this free...

  • How Does a Heat Exchanger Work?

    In cars, a heat exchanger or radiator is used to exchange hot and cold for air conditioning. Discover how engine coolant stays cool with help from an auto mechanic in this free video on car repair...

  • How to Replace a Leaking Radiator Hose

    In order to replace a radiator hose that is leaking, a Phillips head screwdriver, a flathead screwdriver and a good pair of pliers are needed. Drain a radiator below the level of a radiator hose...

  • How to Temporarily Fix Minor Radiator Leaks

    Minor radiator leaks can be temporarily fixed by pouring metal flakes from a product called Bar's Leak into the radiator. Use epoxies from local auto parts stores to fix a radiator leak with help...

  • How to Replace a Radiator

    When replacing a car's radiator, wear safety glasses and make sure that the car is cooled down before draining the antifreeze out of the radiator. Use a repair manual as a guide when replacing a...

  • How to Install Radiator Mounting Brackets

    Installing radiator mounting brackets is done by aligning them on the mounting studs. Learn how to install radiator mounting brackets in these free auto repair video instructions.

  • How to Install a Radiator Overflow Reservoir

    Installing the overflow reservoir for the radiator is done by tightening the bolts and lining up the fasteners. Learn how to install the overflow reservoir for the radiator in these free auto...

  • How to Remove Radiator Mounting Brackets

    Removing radiator mounting brackets is an important step in replacing the electric cooling fan. Learn how to remove radiator mounting brackets in these free auto repair instructions on video.

  • How to Drain Radiator Coolant

    Draining radiator coolant is required for removing the radiator hoses on some vehicles. Learn how to drain radiator coolant in these free auto repair video instructions.

  • How to Remove Radiator Hoses

    Removing radiator hose clamps is necessary before removing radiator hoses. Learn how to remove radiator hoses in these free auto repair video instructions.

  • How to Remove a Radiator Fill Reservoir

    Removing the fill reservoir on a radiator is necessary to replace the electric cooling fan. Learn how to remove a radiator fill reservoir in these free auto repair video instructions.

  • How to Remount a Radiator Fan Shroud

    Remounting a radiator fan shroud requires aligning the retaining clips. Learn how to remount a radiator fan shroud in these free auto repair video instructions.

  • How to Attach Your Radiator Hoses

    When re-attaching your radiator hoses back to your radiator it is important to put the clamp back in the same place. Learn how to attach your radiator hoses in these free auto repair video...

  • How to Refill Your Radiator Coolant

    Refilling your radiator coolant and fill jug is easily done with a funnel. Learn how to refill your radiator coolant in these free auto repair video instructions.

  • How to De-pressurize the Coolant System in Your Car

    De-pressurizing the cooling system in your car is necessary before removing your radiator. Learn how to de-pressurize the coolant system in your car in these free auto repair video instructions.

  • How to Drain Your Radiator

    Draining you radiator of the coolant it has is done by unscrewing the drain cock. Learn how to drain your radiator in these free auto repair video instructions.

  • How to Remove the Air Intake Duct to Work on Your radiator

    Removing your air intake duct is necessary for working on your radiator. Learn how to remove your air intake duct work in order to remove your radiator in these free auto repair video instructions.

  • How to Remove Your Radiator Hoses

    Removing your radiator hoses is required to remove your radiator. Learn how to remove your radiator hoses in these free auto repair video instructions.

  • How to Remove the Radiator Fan Shroud

    Removing your radiator fan shroud away from the radiator is done by removing the bolts and clamps. Learn how to remove the radiator fan shroud in these free auto repair video instructions.

  • How to Remove Your Radiator

    Removing your radiator retaining bolts is required for removing your radiator. Learn how to remove the radiator from your vehicle in these free auto repair video instructions.

  • How to Install a Radiator

    When installing a radiator in your vehicle make sure that the lower fan shroud clips are on the new radiator. Learn how to install a new radiator in your car in these free auto repair video...

  • Tools for Replacing a Radiator

    Removing and installing a radiator requires tools such as a socket set, a funnel, and more. Find out what tools you will need to replace your radiator in these free auto repair video instructions.

  • What Is the Function of a Car Radiator?

    The function of a car radiator is to cool the engine through the use of cooling fins and the movement of the air through the vehicle itself. Find out how a car radiator uses tubes and hoses to...

  • How to Do a Maintenance Check on the Radiator of a Polaris ATV

    Learn how to check the radiator on a Polaris ATV, including a Polaris 500, in this free atv maintenance video tutorial.

  • Removing a Car Jack

    Don't jack up a car on the bottom of the radiator. Learn how to remove a car jack when replacing front struts on a front-wheel drive vehicle in this free car maintenance video from an automobile...

  • How to Check Radiator & Coolant Hose

    Maintain the life of your car with regular maintenance and tune-ups. Learn how to check the radiator and coolant hose with expert auto maintenance tips in this important free car repair video.

  • Draining Coolant to Change Car Thermostat

    Learn How to remove your radiator cap and drain the system for car thermostat repair in this auto maintenance video from our experienced mechanic.

  • Removing a Radiator Hose

    Learn how to remove a radiator hose with expert car maintenance tips in this free auto repair video.

  • Connecting Car Radiator Cooling Fan

    Don't tighten radiator bolts until all are in place. Learn how to reconnect radiator parts after installing a car radiator in this free auto repair video from a master mechanic.

  • How to Refill a Car Radiator

    Be sure to flush radiator coolant system if changing the kind of radiator fluid you use. Learn how to fill a car radiator in this free auto repair video from a master mechanic.

  • Installing Radiator Brackets

    Use socket wrench to reattach radiator brackets. Learn tips for reinstalling radiator brackets and reattaching switches and bolts to replace a car radiator in this free auto repair video from a...

  • Attaching Hoses to Car Radiator

    Start with lower radiator hose when reattaching radiator hoses. Learn how the correct procedure for replacing a car radiator in this free auto repair video from a master mechanic.

  • How to Remove Car Radiator Hoses

    Keep pan underneath car to catch leaks from radiator hoses. Learn tips for removing car radiator hoses in this free auto repair video from a master mechanic.

  • Removing Electrical Connector From Car Cooling Fan

    Electrical connector located on passenger side of radiator. Learn how to prepare your car radiator for removal in this free auto repair video from a master mechanic.

  • Removing Car Radiator & Accessories

    Detach all of the hoses and switches from your radiator before removing it. Learn how a professional will remove a car radiator in this free auto repair video from a master mechanic.

  • Installing Car Radiator & Accessories

    Reattach radiator hoses and switches to make sure it works right. Learn how to replace a car radiator in this free auto repair video from a master mechanic.

  • Removing Fan to Replace Car Radiator

    The cooling fan is mounted on the radiator. Learn more tips for replacing a car radiator in this free auto repair video from a master mechanic.

  • How to Drain Radiator Coolant

    Don't remove the car radiator cap until hissing stops. Learn tips for draining a car radiator in this free auto repair video from a master mechanic.

  • Disconnecting Transmission Lines to Replace Car Radiator

    Just drain transmission fluid from hoses, not from transmission itself. Learn how to remove automatic transmission lines to replace a car radiator in this free auto repair video from a master...

  • Reasons to Replace Car Radiator

    Old radiators have calcium, lime and rust deposits. Learn why you need to replace a car radiator in this free auto repair video from a master mechanic.

  • Safety Concerns When Replacing Car Radiator

    Radiator coolant is highly toxic. Learn why you should be careful when replacing a car radiator in this free auto repair video from a master mechanic.

  • Tools for Replacing Car Radiator

    Use basic and metric socket wrenches to replace radiator. Learn about the tools and supplies you will need to replace a car radiator in this free auto repair video from a master mechanic.

  • Removing Air Duct to Replace Car Radiator

    The air duct pulls in fresh air to cool a car engine. Learn more about the air duct intake and how to remove it to replace a car radiator in this free auto repair video from a master mechanic.

  • Cracked Cylinder Repair: Disposing of Radiator Overflow

    Learn how to dispose of radiator overflow in this free series of cracked cylinder head repair videos from our expert car mechanic and body shop owner.

  • Cracked Cylinder Diagnosis: Pressurize the Cylinder

    Learn how to pressurize cylinder in this free series of cracked cylinder head repair videos from our expert car mechanic and body shop owner.

  • How to Check Your Radiator Fluid in a Vehicle

    Learn how to check your engine's radiator fluid in this free auto repair & maintenance video. Get automotive tips & techniques for diy car care.

  • How to Change Radiator Fluid

    The coolant in your car's cooling system needs to be changed every year in cold climates or every two years in temperate climates. If the coolant is changed regularly, there's no need to flush the...

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