Identifying and Resolving Engine Cooling Issues in Scorching Temperatures: A Guide
In the heat of summer, there's nothing quite as frustrating as a car overheating. But for students at ATC Cambridge, this is just another opportunity to learn and grow.
As part of their training, students at ATC Cambridge replace damaged fans, belts, and pumps, gaining hands-on experience with modern auto repair. They are taught to understand smarter, more sensitive cooling systems with electric water pumps, dual thermostats, and onboard diagnostics.
The importance of customer communication is also emphasised. Students are taught to explain the importance of regular coolant flushes and preventive tips to reduce summer breakdowns.
In the classroom and in real-world scenarios, students learn to use diagnostic tools like pressure testers, scan tools, and IR thermometers. They confirm thermostat functionality through heat-up tests and practice pressure-testing radiators and hoses to check for leaks.
Modern vehicles are equipped with complex cooling systems designed to regulate engine temperature under various conditions. Students are taught how to flush and refill coolant safely and correctly, addressing common summer-specific contributors to overheating such as low or old coolant, cracked or brittle hoses, broken radiator fans, thermostat failures, blocked radiators from debris or bugs, and poor airflow due to faulty belts or damaged fan clutches.
Symptoms of a failing cooling system include steam coming from the hood, temperature warning light on the dash, coolant leaks or low coolant levels, radiator fan not engaging, discolored or contaminated coolant, and unusual engine smells like burnt coolant.
ATC Cambridge's automotive training prepares students to handle both traditional and advanced cooling systems. Part of the training is learning to look deeper and verify the root cause beyond customer complaints like "It feels hot" or "The temperature gauge spiked".
The comprehensive training at ATC Cambridge equips students to prevent, diagnose, and repair summer overheating problems. By doing so, they can avoid severe engine damage, such as warped cylinder heads or blown head gaskets.
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