Here’s another quickie: checking the coolant level on the BMW scooters. The coolant level indicator is located on the lower right-hand side of the scooter, just below the right foot rest. It’s not ...

Checking your coolant level could be the difference between a blown engine and a safe journey. Especially if you live in a hot climate or tow on a regular basis, checking how much coolant you have is ...

Some aspects of vehicle maintenance get a lot of attention, and some get almost no attention at all. For example, regularly checking your oil level and changing the oil and oil filter are probably not ...

As engines get very hot, coolant helps distribute heat to help prevent overheating and engine damage. It also adds antifreeze protection and acts as a lubricant for some of the engine’s components. If ...

Having worked in the motor trade for a good while, I have come across more than my fair share of warning lights on the dashboard. The chances are, everyone has come across a light on the dash at some ...

A car's cooling system is like a linebacker — it's the most important component in a car engine's defense system. It ensures the engine runs at optimal temperatures and prevents it from overheating.

Understand the difference between coolants, and how to look for problems. Coolant (sometimes referred to as antifreeze or radiator fluid) is used to regulate your engine temperature and prevent it ...

The name 'antifreeze' is pretty self-explanatory. Simply put, antifreeze is a liquid that lowers the freezing point of your coolant. A common misconception is that antifreeze and coolant are one and ...