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A car\u2019s radiator is an important part of the engine. It\u2019s used to keep the car from overheating. Therefore, when you\u2019re searching for used parts for your car, buying a used radiator can save you a lot of money.<\/span><\/p>\n However, there is a great demand for used car radiators and so knowing what you\u2019re looking for can ensure you get one that will keep your engine cool and running great for many years. Overheating will cause the oil to turn to sludge, which will eventually cause the pistons to freeze up and this will in turn cause engine failure.<\/span><\/p>\n But once you install a used radiator in your car\u2019s engine, you should know the best ways to maintain it for longevity. Below you will find different tips you can use to maintain your used radiator.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n It\u2019s so easy to forget about checking your coolant levels. However, failure to do so can do more harm than good and the trouble always starts when you least expect it. Your radiator should always be almost full of coolant. The best time to check this is when you\u2019re checking your oil levels and you can top it up then.<\/span><\/p>\n The recommended mixture is 50-50 water and coolant. If you\u2019re not sure how to mix the two, check your mechanic. However, you should always ensure you use the required coolant recommended by the manufacturer or your mechanic. You should also keep the cap of the radiator tightly closed.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Whenever you buy used parts for your car, it\u2019s essential to have a schedule to check that each part works properly, especially the radiator. You can do a yearly flush of the coolant from your radiator to get rid of dust and any other deposits or buildups that can clog the radiator over time.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Fluid leaking from any vehicle is not a good sign. However, if you see your radiator is leaking coolant, this may cause your engine to overheat. Some signs that your radiator is leaking are:<\/span><\/p>\n If you notice these leakages under your car, and you act quickly, you\u2019ll save your engine.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Before learning about maintaining your used radiator, the first step is to ensure that you\u2019re buying it from a reputable used parts store. Doing so will ensure that you get a good radiator for your vehicle.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" A car\u2019s radiator is an important part of the engine. It\u2019s used to keep the car from overheating. Therefore, when you\u2019re searching for used parts for your car, buying a used radiator can save you a lot of money. …<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":13152,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[32],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/nationwideautorecycling.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/12935"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/nationwideautorecycling.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/nationwideautorecycling.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/nationwideautorecycling.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/nationwideautorecycling.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=12935"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/nationwideautorecycling.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/12935\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":13155,"href":"https:\/\/nationwideautorecycling.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/12935\/revisions\/13155"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/nationwideautorecycling.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/13152"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/nationwideautorecycling.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=12935"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/nationwideautorecycling.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=12935"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/nationwideautorecycling.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=12935"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}Keeping Watch on Your Coolant<\/span><\/h2>\n
Regularly Flushing Your Radiator<\/span><\/h2>\n
Check for Leaks<\/span><\/h2>\n
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In Closing: Buying Your Used Radiator<\/span><\/h2>\n