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  Used Van Buying Guide: Volkswagen Caddy 2010-2015 16 Jun 2025 (News)
  Ask if the water pump has been replaced recently, they’re prone to failing. If it’s using a lot of coolant on longer runs it’s on its way out. DSG automatic transmissions don’t have the best reputation for reliability, check it’s been serviced properly, as a replacement can cost as much as £6000.
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  Chevrolet 'enhances' Volt safety 6 Jan 2012 (News)
  The modifications include strengthening an existing part of the Volt's structure to further protect the battery pack in a severe side collision along with adding a sensor in the reservoir of the battery coolant system. Chevrolet has also fitted a tamper resistant bracket to the top of the battery coolant reservoir to prevent possible coolant overfill. Chevrolet has conducted four successful crash tests of the Volt with the structural enhancements, with no intrusion into the battery pack and no coolant leakage.
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  XPart’s AutoService centres offer K-Series engine repairs 25 Aug 2010 (News)
  "We use XPart's MLS head gasket repair kit for virtually every repair. Additionally, we address many of the causes of coolant leaks and install a coolant level sensor kit to detect any subsequent drop in coolant levels." Please  visit www.xpart.com  to locate your nearest XPart MG Rover specialist.
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  Keep Your Cool for £35 10 May 2001 (News)
  The inspection includes a pressure test; a check of all hoses, clips gaskets, water pump housing, belts and coolant levels; inspection of the radiator or header tank cap; check of thermostat; followed by a second pressure test. Any work and new parts required will then be quoted for separately. But once the system is pronounced sound it will be covered by a six month or 12,000 mile warranty.
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  Easy Way To Find The Right Oil For Your Car 26 Feb 2010 (News)
  online advice tool designed to make it easier for motorists to find the recommended and correct grade of engine oil, gearbox oil and coolant for both cars and vans.   In a market where there can often be an overwhelming choice of products to choose from, the 'Which Oil?' advisor is fast, simple and easy-to-use.
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  Drivers 'should resolve to make cars fitter' 8 Jan 2008 (News)
  According to Motorpoint, vehicle maintenance should be top of people's list of new year's resolutions. It added that checks on oil and coolant levels are often ignored by motorists, despite the fact that they can save money on repair bills by having a working knowledge of their vehicles. Motorpoint managing director David Shelton comments that car fitness should be high on people's list of priorities in 2008.
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  A Grand Monday: Ford Granada Scorpio 2 Jul 2018 (News)
  Three owners, 41k on the clock, MoT, decent interior... although it's not without its issues. A recent coolant change and a new thermostat hints at some cooling issues that might be worth checking out (possibly and air lock). But the vendor is extremely upfront in his description - they're not major concerns at all, mainly a need for some new tyres, balanced wheels and tracking alignhment.
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  Free fluids check for all SEATs in UK 22 Jun 2009 (News)
  The free check, which takes just a few minutes to complete and does not need to be booked in advance, covers oil and coolant levels as well as brake fluid and washer bottle. SEAT's expert technicians will advise owners of any levels that need attention and offer a chargeable top-up service where required. The reminder comes on the back of a recent survey which suggested some SEAT owners may not check their car's fluid levels as often as recommended.
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  Haynes launches step-by-step online workshop videos 25 Sep 2017 (News)
  Drivers can also learn how to replace things like the rear shock absorbers, auxiliary belt, fuel pump coolant, alternator, brake pads, pollen filter, headlight bulbs, plus engine oil and filter. Andrew Golby, global digital director for Haynes Publishing, said, ‘We are now working hard to break down misconceptions about motoring DIY and encouraging drivers to reconnect with their cars.
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  British Motor Heritage's 2014 catalogue is out now 12 Mar 2014 (News)
  Other featured items in the catalogue include: EBC brake discs and pads Tex mirrors, mirror glasses and wiper components Samco silicone coolant hoses Zircotec heat management coatings Renovo hood treatments MGB race parts Startmonkey and Powermonkey recharging products For further details on British Motor Heritage log on to www.bmh-ltd.com .
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  A Grand Monday: Audi A6 23 Mar 2015 (News)
  There’s some service history, which shows the car has had new spark plugs, air filter, belts, oil, coolant and brake fluid. It’s also had a new thermostat (we’d suspect a heating issue and want to know how serious this was). New tyres, discs and pads (front) have also been recently fitted. Bodywise, the paint looks good – although there is a mark on the rear bumper and the nearside door.
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  A Grand Monday: Austin Maestro 1.6HLS 5 Jan 2015 (News)
  Under the bonnet, the car’s been recently serviced – new oil and filter, spark plugs, distributor cap, plus fresh coolant. The brakes have also been given a bit of TLC with new wheel cylinders and brake hoses. According to the vendor, the automatic choke was replaced before he got the car, ‘I’ve replaced and simplified the remaining vacuum hoses.’ There’s plenty of tread depth on the tyres, although we understand one of the wheel bearings is a bit grumbly.
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  'Car SOS's Fuzz Townshend launches Classic Friendly garage scheme 10 Jan 2014 (News)
  In addition to pre-1960 vehicle safety checks, Classic Friendly also offers buyer’s and seller’s inspections, which includes coolant and brake fluid testing, paint thickness and condition reports and inspection of upholstery, chrome and badging. Fuzz added: 'all garages will receive highly visible logo (above), which clearly shows that the garage is well-versed in old cars.
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  A Grand Monday: Peugeot 406 Coupe V6 £450 13 Jul 2015 (News)
  The then-new 24-valve V6 had 176lb-ft of torque from 2000rpm with 194bhp arriving at 6250rpm. Do your homework, though. If the engine power is down, it could a dying coolant temperature sensor. If it’s running rough, it could be the coil packs. Make sure that there’s no sign of failing head gaskets, either, as replacing them is reportedly an engine-out job.
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  Now Drivers Can Get The Condition of Their Oil Checked 13 Jun 2014 (News)
  Changes to an oil’s viscosity is usually because of exposure to excessive heat, if it has been in the engine too long or the engine is overheating, or it could be due to the contamination of foreign materials, such as coolant or fuel. “MillerCare provides our customers with a detailed, yet easy to understand, report that covers all of the test results,” said Mann. It is the only way to accurately check engine and transmission health without doing a strip down or purchasing expensive exploratory tools.” MillerCare will initially be sold on a two tier basis; basic and advanced.
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  A Grand Monday: Tempting Toyota MR2 Mk1 Project - £950 27 Apr 2015 (News)
  ‘The engine mounted fan kicked in as it should. The idle does surge, which will be caused by air in the system so budget to change the coolant and bleed the system.’ All the electrics work fine including the electric windows and electric mirrors. There are no warning lights on the dashboard. Obviously, whoever buys it will need to budget for a bit of recomissioning work – the brakes will need freeing off and refurbishing, although it sounds like the discs and pads have plenty of life left.
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  Owner review of the month: July 2014 4 Aug 2014 (News)
  BMW 116i SE, by JAH216 This review, for the current generation 1 Series, praises the car, in particular the eight-speed transmission, which is described as “sublime.” One problem involving coolant loss was reported but otherwise the owner has been impressed with the 1 Series. He even commends the dealer – Dick Lovett – and explains that a good dealer is “an important factor in car ownership.”

  Toyota Issues Steering Recall 14 Nov 2012 (News)
  There are no reported accidents related to this issue. 2: There is an electrically driven water pump that circulates coolant through the hybrid components.  There is a possibility that the electric motor installed in the water pump may stop functioning, leading to illumination of various warning lights in the instrument panel.  In limited instances, the water pump electric power supply circuit fuse may open, causing the hybrid system to stop while the vehicle is being driven.
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  Comma launches £2 million motorsport ticket giveaway 13 May 2010 (News)
    “Through our partnership with F2 and MSV, our oils and coolants go through 2.3 million miles of scrutiny at the very limit of performance. It’s important that our passion for performance is fed back through to our customers, and offering thousands of people the chance to experience the thrill of motorsport first-hand is a fantastic way to do that.
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  Sustainable Mobility, According to Renault Eco2 16 Jun 2010 (News)
  To achieve ideal ‘thermo management’ Renault has installed an additional servo valve in the engine cooling system. This prevents the circulation of coolant anywhere but the cylinder head and engine block until it has reached operating temperature. The servo valve then opens, allowing coolant into the cabin heater matrix. Then, when everything has got to temperature the standard thermostat opens so the coolant passes through the radiator.