Radiators are made up of several key components that work together to regulate engine temperature and prevent overheating. Understanding these components can help you maintain your radiator and ensure optimal vehicle performance
A radiator cap isn’t just a lid — it’s a complex pressure valve that maintains safe pressure levels within your vehicle’s cooling system. As the coolant draws heat out and away from the running engine, it expands and pressurises the entire cooling system. The cap’s internal pressure spring helps seal the cooling system until it reaches a certain pressure level. This allows over-pressure to be relieved as the expanding coolant is allowed back into the overflow tank (also called the expansion tank). When the engine cools down again (bringing the coolant temperature down with it), the cap’s vacuum valve opens to allow the coolant fluid from the overflow tank to return to the radiator system without letting in any air.
Just as with other parts of your vehicle, your radiator will also need to be checked and cared for regularly. Here are some tips for maintaining the radiator of your vehicle.
diator is a component of the engine’s cooling system that disperses a mix of antifreeze and water, which releases some of the heat while taking in cool air before returning to the engine.”
If you drive a large truck or a high-performance vehicle, then your cooling system should consist of more than a radiator. Chances are, your vehicle has an oil cooler. If it doesn't, then you may need to install one. Oil coolers keep your engine oil within an optimum temperature to ensure it can handle extreme conditions like when you tow or race.
