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THE COOLING SYSTEM

Purpose
To regulate the engines internal temperature To remove excess heat from the engine To provide heat to the passenger compartment

The Water Pump


Centrifugal-type, rotates faster than crank, up to 10,000 gal. per hour Pulley driven, belt, chain drive or direct drive

The Cooling Fan


Provides air flow with vehicle stopped Provides increased air flow at low RPM or vehicle speeds Belt driven or Electric

Belt Driven Cooling Fan Clutch


Limits actual fan speed no more than 2000 rpm Engaged at low speeds Disengaged at high speeds Thermostatic (temp. sensitive)

Flex Blade Fan


Fan blades flatten out at high speeds, reducing noise, increasing horse power

Electric Cooling Fan


Electric 12v DC motor driven fan Controlled in several ways
Engine coolant temp (ECT) switch A/C select switch PCM controlled based on various inputs

Fan turns on/off at specific temps.

Electro-Viscous Fan Clutch


PCM Controlled fan speed Sensors monitored to control speed: ECT, A/C request, VSS, IAT, Trans Fluid Temp, AAT Solenoid controls fluid flow, regulating fan speed Internal hall effect sensor monitors fan speed

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

How a Radiator Works

Radiator Pressure Cap


Regulates pressure in the cooling system Rated in psi always replace with same rating Pressure valve allows liquid or vapor to escape Vacuum valve as system cools, coolant can reenter the system

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

The Heater Core


Small size radiator located in the dash, coolant circulates through it. A blower motor passes fresh air over it, heat transfers to the cooler air and into the cabin Many vans & SUV have rear heating units

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