Radiator repair in Las Vegas
ABC Tires & Auto Repair repairs radiators and cooling systems on gasoline and diesel vehicles at 3139 E Charleston Blvd in East Las Vegas. The cooling system is closed, so low coolant means there is a leak somewhere,1 and if the temperature needle reaches the red, pull over and turn the engine off.1
ABC Tires & Auto Repair, 3139 E Charleston Blvd, East Las Vegas. Serving drivers and fleets across the Las Vegas valley.
Signs of a cooling problem
What gets checked
- The system for leaks, the coolant itself, and old coolant replaced as needed.4
- Belts and hoses, which break down as summer temperatures rise.2
- The coolant change interval for your vehicle: older coolants every two years or 24,000 miles, most modern ones five years or 50,000 miles or longer. The owner's manual sets it.5
Why it matters
Cooling system failure is one of the main causes of breakdowns.6 Without maintenance, the odds of engine damage and a summer boil-over go up.5 An engine that runs too hot can warp cylinder heads, blow head gaskets and, in extreme cases, crack the block.7
Never open the radiator cap on a hot engine. The coolant is under pressure and boiling, and it can cause serious burns.5
The system that works hardest here
Las Vegas averages about 78 days a year at 100°F or hotter.8 AAA says engines work extra hard in summer and the cooling system is what protects them from overheating.5 Stop-and-go traffic adds load, because the engine idles more than on the highway; in hot weather, watch the temperature gauge.1
Gasoline or diesel, car or work truck, bring it in before the first 100-degree week. If the A/C is struggling too, see A/C and heating.
Questions people ask
What should I do if my car overheats?
Why does my coolant keep getting low?
The cooling system is closed, so coolant that keeps going low means there is a leak somewhere.1
How often should coolant be changed?
It depends on the coolant: older types every two years or 24,000 miles, most modern ones at least five years or 50,000 miles, many about 100,000 miles. Your owner's manual sets the interval.5
How much does radiator repair cost?
It depends on the vehicle and on what it needs, so this site lists no costs. Call (702) 432-6371 with the year, make and model and what is happening, or bring it in: walk-ins are welcome.
How long does radiator repair take?
It depends on the vehicle, the parts it needs and the day's work in the shop, so we do not promise a time here. Call (702) 432-6371 and ask before you come, or walk in during shop hours.
Related services
Bring it in
Walk in or call ahead. We speak English and Spanish at the counter.
Sources for the facts on this page
- AAA, Car Overheating: 8 Causes and Solutions
- NHTSA, Summer Driving Tips
- AAA Oregon/Idaho, Tips for Winter-Ready Vehicles
- NHTSA, Consejos para manejar seguros en el verano
- AAA, Extreme Heat Presents Invisible Danger to Motorists and Vehicles
- Car Care Council, Car Care Guide
- AAA (Auto Club Group), Car Fluids Check
- NOAA/NWS Las Vegas, Number of Days With a Specific Temperature (PDF)