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Don't forget cooling system even during winter months
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Chicago Sun-Times
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September 30, 2001
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Copyright informationCopyright 2001 Chicago Sun-Times. (Hide copyright information)
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A car's cooling system has two functions: to prevent overheating
in the summer and protect against no-starts in cold weather by
helping the engine heat up.
Since coolant circulates through the heater core, problems in the
cooling system can translate to heater problems as well.
Some late-model cars are equipped with extended life coolant,
designed to run 100,000 to 150,000 miles between service intervals.
These cooling systems are sealed, and car owners should refer to
their owner's manual for service and repair recommendations.
Service intervals for conventional cooling systems are about two
years. Not only does the coolant lose its lubricating properties over
time, but its ability to ...
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