Kapolei Auto Repair

A car radiator is a device that helps to cool down the engine in your car. It does this by circulating coolant (a water and antifreeze mixture) around the engine and allowing it to pass through the radiator. The radiator is made up of a number of metal fins that help increase the surface area the coolant can come into contact. This increased surface area allows more heat to be released from the coolant, which helps cool down the engine. How the Radiator Works The radiator works by circulating a liquid (antifreeze) through the engine. The antifreeze picks up heat from the engine and carries it to the radiator. The radiator is made up of a bunch of metal tubes. Hot air passing over these tubes causes the liquid inside the tubes to evaporate. This vaporization removes heat from the antifreeze, which causes it to cool down. The coolant is pumped back through the engine, which picks up more heat and repeatedly starts the process. Common Problems With Car Radiators One of the most commo ... read more