Purpose
To regulate the engines internal temperature To remove excess heat from the engine To provide heat to the passenger compartment
The Radiator
Transfers heat from coolant to the atmosphere Two types Vertical & cross flow Aluminum, brass, copper core; brass, copper or plastic tanks Air movement through radiator created by a mechanical fan or by vehicle movement (ram air) dissipates heat
The Thermostat
Regulates engine coolant temperature Rated in degrees 195 degrees most common Solid Expansion design wax pellet expands as temp increases, valve begins opening at rating & is completely open within 20 degrees
Coolant
Provides freeze & boil over protection, corrosion prevention & good heat transfer Ethylene Glycol based recommended 50/50 mixture with water, poisonous Dex-Cool used by GM, 5 year 150,000 mile protection, doesnt contain silicate & phosphate additives
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