Temperature Gauge.

You probably never notice your vehicle’s temperature gauge. About the only time that it gets your attention is when the temperature starts to rise. Now that's a wake-up call! This time of year, with your car’s heater on, it could definitely happen. For drivers around Topeka, if that happens, head toward A.J.’s Import Garage at 501 S.W. Harrison.

 

Here are some early warning signs -

1.  The dashboard is getting hotter.

2.  Any sign of steam or smoke.

3.  Unusual smells seem to be coming from your engine.

4.  Obviously, the temperature gauge lights up.

If you have waited until that final warning sign, then get into A.J.’s Import Garage ASAP. The great mechanics at A.J.’s are trained to troubleshoot the problem and get you back on the roads of Topeka. A.J.’s Import Garage of Topeka is a phone call away at this phone number (785) 233-1000. You will find them on the web at ajsimportgarage.com.

Temperature’s Rising…and It Is NOT Outdoors!

The temperature gauge in your vehicle is designed to indicate the temperature of your engine’s coolant and this gauge will indicate if you need it to be repaired by A.J.’s Import Garage in Topeka. This gauge will tell you if your engine’s coolant might be overheating. It is an important dial that is located on the dashboard of your vehicle.

If the temperature gauge reads high, it COULD mean your engine is overheating. Take this reading very seriously. Simply put, you should NEVER drive a vehicle with an overheating engine! Here is a tip you may not have thought of…turn up the heat in your car as high as it will go and roll down the windows.

A.J.’s Import Garage is Topeka’s import and domestic car repair specialist. When we say specialist, we mean that they handle all types of mechanical problems in all types of cars, SUV’s, etc. in the greater Topeka, KS area. See their many services by visiting their website at ajsimportgarage.com. Call for an appointment at (785) 233-1000.

Do You Pay Attention to your Car’s Temperature Gauge?

Many of us probably give it little or no consideration. A car’s temperature gauge measures how cold or hot the engine is. Did the needle in the gauge suddenly move into the red? We probably do not have to tell you your car is overheating! At this point, the question is obvious…what should you do as the driver?

Here is a very strong suggestion…if the needle is in the red zone, do not continue to drive. Pull over and turn off the engine. It may seem as if you could drive your vehicle for a short distance, but that may well cause damage to the engine cylinder block. Pull over when safe to do so and call a tow truck to haul your vehicle to us.

We are A.J.’s Import Garage at 501 S.W. Harrison in the beautiful capital city of Topeka, KS. A.J.’s mechanics know exactly what to do whether you drive an import around Topeka or a domestic make and model. Routine maintenance is also our specialty. Check us out on the web at ajsimportgarage.com. When you need us just call (785) 233-1000.

Temperature’s Rising.

True that…outdoors and maybe underneath your car’s hood.  There’s a gauge for that.  The temperature gauge on your dashboard is an important indicator of your engine’s running condition.  It can provide you with an early warning of a potential problem and even, on occasion it can even prevent a malfunction.

Here are some of the causes of your engine’s rise in temperature –

1.  A loss of coolant

2.  The water pump is going bad

3.  A clogged radiator

4.  Collapsed hoses

5.  Failure of the electric cooling fan

Time to get into your favorite mechanic if the temperature gauge is rising.  Hopefully, your choice for radiator troubleshooting and repair in the capital city is A.J.’s Import Garage located at 501 S.W. Harrison in Topeka.  Don’t be fooled by the name A.J.’s team of techs repairs foreign and domestic vehicles.  Just call (785) 233-1000.