Cape Auto Clinic

1206 SE 9th Lane, Cape Coral, FL 33990 239.573.9986

Engine and Exhaust

How Cool is That! (Coolant level sensor replacement)

How Cool is That! (Coolant level sensor replacement)

Your vehicle’s engine runs hot.  It should, since it’s a series of little explosions that create the power that gets you going where you want to go.  To keep the engine cool, eng...
Published on: Sep 08, 2024
Radiator Fans

Radiator Fans

If you’re old enough, you’ve heard the term “fan belt." Back in the day, the radiator fan in your vehicle was turned by a belt driven by the engine. There are still belt driven fans,...
Published on: Aug 25, 2023
Simple Answers from Cape Auto Clinic for Cape Coral: Cooling System

Simple Answers from Cape Auto Clinic for Cape Coral: Cooling System

Question My engine never overheats.  Why should I get a cooling system service? Answer That’s a good question to ask, because if you don’t have the full answer you may end up in tr...
Published on: Mar 15, 2023
Cooling System

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: Sep 05, 2022
Thermostat

Thermostat

{{ image('MzU0') }} The thermostat is part of your cooling system. Cape Coral residents' vehicle thermostats perform a similar function to the thermostats in their homes. At home, you set y...
Published on: May 31, 2022
Thermostat

Thermostat

The thermostat is an important part of your cooling system. Your vehicle’s thermostat performs a similar function to the thermostat in your home. At home, you set your thermostat to maintain a c...
Published on: Apr 03, 2022
Cape Auto Clinic Tech Question On Your Cooling System

Cape Auto Clinic 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: Oct 22, 2020
Cape Auto Clinic Advice on Your Cooling System

Cape Auto Clinic Advice on Your Cooling System

Last week I was out running errands and my temperature warning light came on – total panic!  I pulled over and my car was overheating After it cooled down, I went right in to my service ce...
Published on: May 02, 2020