How Does A Cooling System Work?
Coolant, which is a mixture of water and ethylene glycol(anti-freeze) is pumped throughout the engines water jacket drawing heat from the head, pistons, combustion chambers, cylinder walls, valves, etc. The heated coolant travels from the water jacket through a radiator hose, to the radiator, where aided by a fan, it’s air cooled and returned via the other radiator hose, to the engine. Gas is SAVED and engine life INCREASED when the cooling system quickly reaches and maintains a very narrow operational range regardless of outside temperature extremes or engine load demands. Upon engine start-up, the temperature must rise quickly, and then remain balanced – not too hot and not too cold! It’s important to understand how the condition of the coolant, and the condition of cooling system components can effect the operational economy and life of your engine.
