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How to Check Your Car's Heating System

Model: (Various brands) Various
Part: Heater core

In this video tutorial, you can see how to check your car's heating system if it is not functioning correctly by following some simple yet effective tips: Symptoms of an ineffective heating system may include: coolant leakage, the system is noisier than usual, the heating system does not emit heat after the engine has warmed up, a strange smell when the heating system is turned on, and the fan has stopped working properly. In these cases, park the vehicle on a flat surface, lift the bonnet, and secure it with the appropriate prop, allow the engine to cool, open the coolant reservoir cap, and check the fluid level, topping up if necessary. If the temperature gauge shows a reading above zero, check the radiator hose; if the thermostat is still cold, it may be faulty. It is also necessary to clean the radiator of dirt, so it needs to be removed and rinsed with a special agent. If the fan is faulty, ensure that the bearings are not worn.

Updated on 30 July 2026 by ScegliAuto

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