Ask Car Mechanic

Coolant System

Car Radiator Fan Noise. How To Fix?

Radiator fans come in many shapes and sizes and are used in different applications. However, radiator fans can break which will cause different kinds of noises depending on the type of radiator and the problem.  Radiator fans can cause noise when they are not working correctly. This can occur for several reasons, including a broken … Read more

Why Car Overheats?

Your car overheating is one of the most serious problems you’ll face as a vehicle owner. When your engine overheats, it may lead to irreparable damage or trigger a fire. What causes a car to overheat? Cars overheat when the cooling system is compromised, and heat can’t escape quickly from the engine. A damaged water … Read more

Can You Mix Green and Red Antifreeze?

Odds are you don’t spend a ton of time thinking about your car’s antifreeze, but having the right amount and the right type of antifreeze in your vehicle is important to ensure that your car runs correctly. The various types of antifreeze available have significant differences in terms of their chemical composition, and it’s usually … Read more

What Happens To A Car When The Serpentine Belt Breaks?

A serpentine belt, also sometimes called a drive belt, is a more modern version of a fan belt that has many grooves inside them for better contact and reliability. Serpentine belts don’t break often, but if it does, what will happen to a car when the serpentine belt breaks? If you want a quick answer … Read more

Why Is There White Smoke Coming From The Engine?

Do you have white smoke coming from your engine? If so, it makes sense if you’re feeling a bit alarmed. Fortunately, knowing what might be causing the white smoke can ensure that you address it accordingly. If thin white smoke is coming from your engine, it is likely just condensation that has built up. As … Read more