{"id":7995,"date":"2024-08-31T09:20:40","date_gmt":"2024-08-30T20:20:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/myautoshop.co.nz\/info\/?p=7995"},"modified":"2024-09-02T21:20:38","modified_gmt":"2024-09-02T08:20:38","slug":"what-are-the-impacts-of-a-radiator-failing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/myautoshop.co.nz\/info\/what-are-the-impacts-of-a-radiator-failing\/","title":{"rendered":"What are the impacts of a radiator failing?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>If your car&#8217;s radiator fan isn&#8217;t working, you could be in for a world of trouble. The radiator is a key part of your vehicle&#8217;s cooling system, which removes the excess heat produced by the combustion process in your engine. If the radiator fails and isn&#8217;t repaired right away, your engine could overheat, leading to expensive and disastrous consequences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Symptoms and causes of a failing radiator<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>How do you know if your radiator is on the fritz? Here are a few telltale signs:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Your temperature gauge is reading very high or the warning light has come on<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The radiator fan stays off even when you blast the AC<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The radiator fan never shuts off and stays on constantly<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You notice a coolant leak, either from the radiator itself or the connecting hoses<a href=\"https:\/\/myautoshop.co.nz\/info\/how-do-i-know-if-my-radiator-is-failing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.0800radiators.co.nz\/services\/radiator-repair\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Your engine is overheating, with steam coming from under the hood<a href=\"https:\/\/myautoshop.co.nz\/info\/how-do-i-know-if-my-radiator-is-failing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>A radiator can fail for several reasons, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A blown fuse or bad relay in the radiator fan circuit<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Low coolant levels allowing air to circulate and reducing cooling efficiency<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Issues with the radiator fan motor, clutch, or belt<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Damaged or corroded radiator body causing leaks<a href=\"https:\/\/myautoshop.co.nz\/info\/how-do-i-know-if-my-radiator-is-failing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.0800radiators.co.nz\/services\/radiator-repair\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Blockage in the radiator core or hoses from sediment buildup<a href=\"https:\/\/www.0800radiators.co.nz\/services\/radiator-repair\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.0800radiators.co.nz\/services\/blocked-or-clogged-radiators\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Radiator repair process<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Fixing a busted radiator can range from very simple to extremely complex. It may be as easy as replacing a blown fuse or topping up the coolant. More involved repairs include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Replacing damaged coolant hoses<a href=\"https:\/\/www.0800radiators.co.nz\/services\/radiator-repair\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.0800radiators.co.nz\/services\/blocked-or-clogged-radiators\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Welding or soldering the radiator core to fix leaks<a href=\"https:\/\/www.0800radiators.co.nz\/services\/radiator-repair\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Flushing the radiator and cooling system to remove blockages<a href=\"https:\/\/www.0800radiators.co.nz\/services\/blocked-or-clogged-radiators\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Replacing the entire radiator if damage is severe<a href=\"https:\/\/www.0800radiators.co.nz\/services\/radiator-repair\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/repairpal.com\/symptoms\/radiator-fan-not-working\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Unless you have experience with automotive electrical systems and are comfortable working with very hot coolant, it&#8217;s best to leave radiator repairs to a professional mechanic. Trying to drive with a failing radiator risks catastrophic engine damage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Radiator repair costs in New Zealand<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>How much will it set you back to get your radiator roadworthy again? The cost depends on the extent of the damage, but here are some rough estimates for parts and labour in NZ:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Radiator flush: $150-$250<a href=\"https:\/\/www.0800radiators.co.nz\/services\/blocked-or-clogged-radiators\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Coolant hose replacement: $100-$200 per hose<a href=\"https:\/\/www.0800radiators.co.nz\/services\/radiator-repair\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Radiator core repair: $350-$500<a href=\"https:\/\/www.0800radiators.co.nz\/services\/radiator-repair\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Complete radiator replacement: $600-$1000+<a href=\"https:\/\/www.0800radiators.co.nz\/services\/radiator-repair\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/repairpal.com\/symptoms\/radiator-fan-not-working\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Get your radiator repaired at My Auto Shop<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When your radiator goes on the blink, bring your car to the experts at My Auto Shop. Our mobile mechanics will come to you to diagnose and repair any cooling system issues. We use only high-quality parts and coolant to get you back on the road safely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Don&#8217;t ignore the warning signs of a failing radiator. Overheating can quickly lead to a blown head gasket or warped engine block. Trust My Auto Shop for all your car repair needs. With upfront pricing, top-notch service, and unbeatable convenience, we&#8217;ll keep your engine running cool. Book your radiator repair today!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If your car&#8217;s radiator fan isn&#8217;t working, you could be in for a world of trouble. The radiator is a key part of your vehicle&#8217;s cooling system, which removes the excess heat produced by the combustion process in your engine. If the radiator fails and isn&#8217;t repaired right away, your engine could overheat, leading to [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":6,"featured_media":8541,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"single-wrapped-thumbnail.php","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[3],"tags":[725],"post_folder":[],"class_list":["post-7995","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-education","tag-failing-radiator"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/myautoshop.co.nz\/info\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7995"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/myautoshop.co.nz\/info\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/myautoshop.co.nz\/info\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/myautoshop.co.nz\/info\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/6"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/myautoshop.co.nz\/info\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=7995"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/myautoshop.co.nz\/info\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7995\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":7996,"href":"https:\/\/myautoshop.co.nz\/info\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7995\/revisions\/7996"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/myautoshop.co.nz\/info\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/8541"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/myautoshop.co.nz\/info\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=7995"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/myautoshop.co.nz\/info\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=7995"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/myautoshop.co.nz\/info\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=7995"},{"taxonomy":"post_folder","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/myautoshop.co.nz\/info\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/post_folder?post=7995"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}