Coolant/Antifreeze Service at Sterling Tire & Auto

April 14, 2019

Anyone who drives a car in Sterling Heights knows that engines get hot when they run. But did you know that engines need to be cooled to keep running? Heat inside an engine can cause the metal parts to expand, which can seize up an engine and make it stop running. It can even ruin the entire eng... More

Smart Sterling Heights Drivers Protect Against Overheating

November 19, 2018

Engines get hot when they run. This heat can build up and damage vital engine parts, so engines need a cooling system to keep them running. Cooling system failure is the most common mechanical failure in vehicles. This is unfortunate, because these failures are usually easy for Sterling Heights ... More

Engine Hydration for Sterling Heights Drivers: Role of Your Water Pump

January 9, 2017

The cooling system in an engine has five components: the radiator, the radiator cap, the hoses, the thermostat and the water pump. The water is literally the heart of the system. Just as your own heart keeps your blood circulating through your body, the water pump keeps coolant circulating throug... More

Cool Running in Sterling Heights

April 24, 2016

Unless you live in Death Valley, you really don't hear much any more about cars overheating. That's because cooling systems in vehicles have been much improved. That doesn't mean you can't overheat your vehicle engine, though. Without proper preventive maintenance, you could still find yourself ... More

Water Pump

February 26, 2016

Your cooling system is very important. It circulates coolant through the radiator and your engine to protect your vehicle from overheating. There are five main components to the cooling system: the radiator the radiator cap the hoses the thermostat the water pump The water pump's like the hear... More

Keeping Your Engine Cool In Sterling Heights, Michigan

July 23, 2014

The cooling system keeps Michigan drivers's engines from overheating while they are driving around Sterling Heights, Warren and Utica. Its job is to move heat away from the engine. Let's talk about the various components of the system and how they make this happen. The radiator is th... More

Sterling Tire & Auto Radiator Service

April 11, 2014

The coolant system is a vital part of your vehicle. It is also the second most common cause for vehicle failures. Even though coolant system failure is fairly common in Sterling Heights, it is easy to prevent. Sterling Tire & Auto 34701 Van Dyke Rd. Sterling Heights, Michigan 48312... More