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317 E Main Street, Carbondale, IL 62901 618.457.8411

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Simple Answers from The Auto Shop for Carbondale: Water Pump

{{ image('MzUx') }} Question:My water pump went out and it cost much more to replace than ones I've had replaced in the past. My Carbondale technician said it's because of where it's located. Why is ...
Published on: Feb 26, 2023

Water Pump

Let's talk water pumps for vehicles in Carbondale, IL. The engine is cooled by coolant/antifreeze mixed with water. This mixture circulates around the engine, absorbing some of the heat. The cool...
Published on: Oct 01, 2022

Water Pump

{{ image('MzUx') }} The cooling system in an engine has five components: the radiator, the radiator cap, the hoses, the thermostat and the water pump. The water pump  is literally the heart of t...
Published on: Aug 24, 2020

Water Pump

Let's talk water pumps for autos in Carbondale, IL. The engine is cooled by coolant/antifreeze mixed with water. This mixture circulates around the engine, absorbing some of the heat. The coolant then...
Published on: Jun 03, 2017

Water Pump

{{ image('MzUx') }} The cooling system in an engine has five components: the radiator, the radiator cap, the hoses, the thermostat and the water pump. The water is literally the heart of the system. ...
Published on: Nov 21, 2015

The Auto Shop Tech Question On Your Water Pump

  The Auto Shop Tech Question:I was driving on the freeway in IL and my vehicle engine started to get hot. I turned off my air conditioner and was able to drive the short distance to my meeting a...
Published on: Nov 05, 2013