WHAT WE DO: Based on your manufacturer's recommendations and/or test results, Jiffy Lube^® removes used engine coolant (also called antifreeze), replaces it with coolant that meets or exceeds your manufacturer's specifications and properly disposes of the used fluid.

Does Jiffy Lube do a good coolant flush?

Of Course Jiffy Lube provides a reasonable cost for the coolant flush. It has trained technicians who speed up an hour's work to 30 minutes. It has highly trained workers and mechanics, who manage the work in time with 100% customer satisfaction.

How much does it cost to get coolant drained?

The cost of a coolant or antifreeze change will depend on the type and size of your vehicle. On average you can expect to pay between $100 and $200 for a standard coolant change.

Does Jiffy Lube Do coolant leak?

If you wish, the fluid will be topped off with a coolant that meets or exceeds vehicle manufacturer recommendations. Plus Jiffy Lube uses high-quality Pennzoil^® products (where applicable). Replacement options will be explained, and, with your permission, the technician will perform a coolant leak fix.

What happens if you don't flush coolant?

When your radiator coolant hasn't been changed in a long time, it can cause radiator corrosion, generating rust, or debris that you do not want in your car's radiator and engine. To solve this problem, a coolant flush can prevent and clean your cooling system.

Coolant Antifreeze Flush Exchange Service Machine by Qwik Draw

Does Jiffy Lube fix overheating?

Jiffy Lube provides engine services including an inspection of coolant levels with every oil change and we provide cooling system service as well allowing you to keep a cool head no matter how hot it gets on the open road.

Will Jiffy Lube fix leaks?

Or you can bring your vehicle to Jiffy Lube^® and let a trained technician diagnose and repair the problem. One thing you don't want to do is ignore the leak. Either DIY or have a professional look at your car right away.

Is a coolant flush necessary?

The simplest way to avoid overheating is to service the system every two years or according to your car manual recommendations. Flushing the coolant and replacing it with fresh fluid every two years or 30,000 miles is a good rule.

Can you flush coolant yourself?

Remove the radiator cap and pour distilled water into the radiator until full. Replace the cap, then start up the vehicle and let it run for 10 to 15 minutes. This will work the distilled water into the engine, flushing out any loose debris or corrosion along with the last of the old antifreeze.

How long does a coolant flush take?

A trained mechanic can perform a radiator flush in about 30 minutes using a commercial coolant flush and fill machine. Without a machine, a radiator flush takes about two hours. You'll need to allow additional time for any other services performed at the same time, such as radiator leak repair or inspection.

Does Firestone do coolant flush?

Find a radiator repair shop service at Firestone Complete Auto Care. We fix radiator leaks, offer radiator replacements and regular radiator flushes.

Can a coolant leak be fixed?

If your leak is because of something more serious, such as a blown head gasket, your fix is not so simple. While replacing a bad head gasket is the best way to go in the longterm, such a replacement is very labor intensive and expensive, and you may be able to use a sealant for less serious cracks or breaks.

Why would my car be leaking coolant?

A coolant/antifreeze leak can occur for a variety of reasons, including a blown radiator hose, a bad hose clamp, warped head gasket, or the most common reason, a foreign object kicked up by the truck in front of you penetrating the radiator itself.

Can I put water instead of coolant?

Water by itself can't do the job of antifreeze due to its lack of boiling and freezing point range and its inability to protect your vehicle's engine. Plus, it doesn't absorb heat as effectively. In the case of an absolute emergency, you can use water in your coolant rank.

How long can a car overheat before damage?

How long can a car overheat before damage occurs? It only takes 30-60 seconds of overheating for permanent damage to infiltrate a vehicle. As soon as you notice signs of overheating, you need to act. Failure to do so might result in troubles like coolant leaks, damaged radiator caps, and a faulty cooling fan.

Does Jiffy Lube replace radiator hoses?

From check engine lights and spark plugs to serpentine belts and radiator hoses, Jiffy Lube® can help maintain your engine's optimal performance, reliability and longevity. Jiffy Lube® exterior and glass services help ensure your view from the drivers seat is clear and well-lit.

What color should your coolant be?

Fresh antifreeze is a clear brightly coloured liquid, usually blue, red, green, violet, yellow or orange but this will vary depending on the manufacturer's formulation. Over time, your coolant will become dirty losing its colour and becoming darker, often an oxidized shade of brown.

How often does engine coolant need to be changed?

HOW OFTEN SHOULD YOU FLUSH THE COOLANT? Depending on the vehicle and the coolant, the average time between flushes is two years or 30,000 miles for silicated coolants and up to five years or 100,000 miles for an extended drain coolant. You can tell which type of coolant you have by the color.

What happens if you put too much coolant in your car?

Most of the time, excess coolant is expelled from an overflow hose. You'll likely see a puddle of coolant beneath your car if this has happened. In worst case scenarios, overfilling your antifreeze tank can lead to electrical damage if overflow comes into contact with engine wiring.

Does Valvoline change coolant?

Help protect your engine from overheating or freezing – with radiator fluid replacement services from Valvoline Instant Oil Change^SM. Our certified technicians can perform this service in about 20 minutes – while you wait in the convenience of your car.

Does coolant flush help AC?

Your A/C system uses a type of refrigerant (commonly called Freon) to cool the interior of your vehicle. Having a coolant flush performed will not help your A/C stay cool, or visa versa.

Can low engine coolant affect AC?

Low coolant can influence how your car's AC works. That's because the coolant is what keeps your radiator and other internal parts of your A/C working correctly. If there isn't enough fluid in the system, it will overheat and potentially fail to keep your car or truck at an ideal engine coolant temperature.

What color is Valvoline antifreeze?

Valvoline MaxLife engine coolant has been dyed yellow to assure color compatibility with a wide range of coolants. It has unsurpassed freeze and boil protection.