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The process of the engine creates huge amounts of heat. Water is past through the engine block (that is where the cylinders are ) where it collects heat from the case body of the engine block and its taken to the radiator where air is passed through the radiator cooling the water. The cycle continues. If the water did not circulate then the engine would expand considerably, the cylinders will also then expand as would the moving parts to the point where the friction would cause the engine to cease up.
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What happens when radiator don't work?
Your radiator is your cooling system in your car so your car would over heat if you don't get that fixed soon and if it's a radiator at a house you would have no heat because that's a heater for your house
Does water flow through the fins in a car radiator?
no
What does a radiator do?
In your car, the radiator transfers its heat to the surroundings - the air. [Strictly, this is conduction, but don't quibble. This is mechanic talk.] In your room, the radiator does radiate heat into the room.
What is the Function of a thermostat?
The function of a car thermostat is to ensure that coolant gets to the radiator when it should. It blocks the coolant from reaching the radiator when the radiator is cold, and then lets it flow once it is heated up.
How do you tell if a radiator blew?
You will see coolant pouring from it and your car will overheat
Why does a car needs a radiator to operate effectively?
Not all cars do (eg electric cars). However if the car is powered by a combustion engine then the engine produces heat and this heat must be dissipated or the engine will overheat and cease. This is why combustion engine powered vehicles need a cooling system/radiator.
Why does a car needs a radiator to operate?
It cools down the lubricant. and lubricates the engine piston to stop it from snapping.
What is the best way to unblock the heater in a 1989 Pontiac Bonneville?
== == The car is about 16 years old, it needs a complete rad and heater core flush, to get the junk out of it, and make the system operate better, and more effectively. A professional radiator shop can do that for you.
Why does a car need a radiator to operate effectively?
Not all cars do (eg electric cars). However if the car is powered by a combustion engine then the engine produces heat and this heat must be dissipated or the engine will overheat and cease. This is why combustion engine powered vehicles need a cooling system/radiator.
Why does a radiator make a car work more effectively?
A radiator is a part of a typical cooling system that transfers heat away from the engine.
How do you know if your car needs a new thermostat?
If your radiator isnt leaking and car is having a over heating problem and coolant spewing out. Chances are your thermostat needs replaced. possible the radiator needs to be flushed. But more likley its thermostat
Have a small hole in radiator is it worth repairing?
It sure is. Leaking radiator fluid only causes the coolant system to de-pressurize and not effectively cooling all the internal working engine parts. As to repair costs, one needs to evaluate the cost of repairs vs replacing the radiator. If the car is older, then replacing the radiator might be the way to go.
Why does a car need a radiator to operate?
It cools down the lubricant. and lubricates the engine piston to stop it from snapping.
What time of the year should you add the antifreeze to a car radiator?
Whenever it needs it.
Why does a car need a radiator?
Yes, a car needs a radiator to run because it stores the coolant for the engine and dispenses it when needed. So, if it didn't have one the car would overheat and not be able to move :)
What can cause a car to over heat?
Well a possibility is a problem with the radiator, either it needs to be fixed, replaced, or has no radiator fluid in it to cool the engine.
What can be used to stop car radiator from leaking?
The radiator will need to be replaced. Sometimes, it may seem that the radiator itself is leaking but it could be the radiator "hose" that is leaking. In this case, the radiator hose needs to be replaced and clamped tightly.
