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Thermostat
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The thermostat is part of your cooling system. NORTHWOOD residents' vehicle thermostats perform a similar function to the thermostats in their homes. At home, you set yo...
Published on: May 10, 2026
Radiator Fans
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NORTHWOOD residents who are old enough have probably heard the term “fan belt”. Back in the day the radiator fan in your vehicle was turned by a belt driven by the eng...
Published on: Jun 08, 2025
Bearclaws Tire - Auto & Light Truck Service Tech Question On Your Head Gasket
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My name is Landon. I bought a new minivan and it started smoking out the tail pipe. They said my head gasket went out. What can I do to prevent this from happening again?
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Published on: Mar 02, 2025
Cooling System
We’re often asked questions about the cooling system – the system that cools your engine and keeps it at the proper operating temperature. Let’s examine the topic in two areas:...
Published on: Feb 09, 2025
Cooling System Service At Bearclaws Tire - Auto & Light Truck Service
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Your vehicle cooling system's job is to keep your engine cool. Coolant (also called antifreeze) mixed with water flows through your engine and absorbs heat. The mixture then ...
Published on: Oct 06, 2024
Bearclaws Tire - Auto & Light Truck Service Tech Question On Your Cooling System
Question
I was driving down the freeway and smoke started coming out of my car. I pulled over and called my husband. I had to be towed to my mechanic. He said my car had overheated....
Published on: Jun 30, 2024
Prevent Cooling System Problems In
Cooling system problems are the most common reason for mechanical failure. And, they’re largely avoidable. Here’s what you need to know about your cooling system. First, ...
Published on: Nov 22, 2023
Air Blend Box
You push a few buttons or turn some knobs, and voila! You have air blowing on your feet or cool air chilling your face. But how does all that happen? Well, it's all thanks to ...
Published on: Jul 19, 2023