Coolant/Antifreeze Service at Hal's Auto Clinic Farmington Hills
January 29, 2023
Anyone who drives a car in Farmington Hills knows that engines get hot when they run. But did you know that engines need to be cooled to keep running? Heat inside an engine can cause the metal parts to expand, which can seize up an engine and make it stop running. It can even ruin the entire eng... More
Hal's Auto Clinic Farmington Hills Radiator Service
January 22, 2023
The coolant system is a vital part of your vehicle. It is also the second most common cause for vehicle failures. Even though coolant system failure is fairly common in Farmington Hills, it is easy to prevent. The most recognizable part of the coolant system is the radiator. It is connected to th... More
Too Hot to Handle (Vehicle Overheating)
August 21, 2022
In the hot weather, seeing steam coming from the engine compartment is something we all dread. No one wants that to happen to them. But if you know the signs of overheating and how to deal with it, you may be able to reduce the risk of damage to your vehicle, maybe even prevent getting stranded ... More
Cool Running in Farmington Hills
February 13, 2022
Unless you live in Death Valley, you really don't hear much any more about cars overheating. That's because cooling systems in vehicles have been much improved. That doesn't mean you can't overheat your vehicle engine, though. Without proper preventive maintenance, you could still find yourself ... More
Cooling System Components
December 19, 2021
Today we want to talk about a system in our vehicles the cooling system. It's one of those things that Farmington Hills auto owners don't give much thought to until it fails and then they're stranded by the side of a road in MI.Cooling systems fail more often than any other mechanical system u... More
Your Biggest Fan (Radiator Fan Problems)
September 5, 2021
Your vehicle's engine makes a lot of heat when it's powering you down the road, so it needs a way to get rid of that energy. That's why your vehicle has a cooling system, complete with a radiator and one or two radiator fans, also called cooling fans. Those fans make sure air keeps moving acros... More
Not So Hot in Farmington Hills
November 7, 2020
When the weather turns cold, it's nice to crank up the furnace and enjoy the heat. But if your home's furnace doesn't work, it's not too comfortable. Same goes with your vehicle. When the heater's not working, things can get miserable. It could also signal some major problems, which we'll discuss... More