It almost feels like spring.  The sun is shining, birds are singing and I need to mow!!!  As the weather warms up, it is important know how to check your vehicle's anifreeze.  The radiator in your car cools your motor and needs water and antifreeze/coolant to function properly.  Here are a few tips to make sure that your car's cooling system is working properly--

- It's important to remember to check the fluid levels in your coolant reservoir rather than opening the cap on the radiator.  If the coolant in the reservoir isn't to the "Full" line, go ahead and add 50/50 mix of water and coolant until it does.  Some antifreeze is already premixed, so check to see if you need to add water or just use it as-is. NEVER add coolant to a hot engine!!!! If you are low on coolant, wait until the engine has cooled down so that you don't burn yourself or crack the engine block.  Do NOT open the cap on your coolant reservoir when the engine is hot. 
 - Antifreeze is usually, red, green blue or yellow.  If your coolant looks rusty, has things floating around in it or is colorless, flush out your cooling system and add new coolant.
 - If your antifreeze has a sludgy, oily surface, immediately take your vehicle to www.shoreyauto.com and let them check to see if you are having problems with your head gasket.  Shorey Automotive has the equipment to check your vehicle out.
- Make sure you feel the radiator hoses while you are checking out your cooling system.  There are two big hoses, one that goes into the top of the radiator and one that comes out the bottom.  If either one is cracked, bulging, leaking or feels soft, you should replace them.

Check your fluid level in your coolant reservoir.
 

If you have any questions, just check our website, www.shoreyauto.com.  Drive Safely :)