Radiator repairs
For when your car has lost its cool. Cox Auto offers expert radiator repairs in Melbourne to keep your engine running at the right temp.
100% guarantee
If a part we’ve supplied and fitted is faulty, we’ll replace it within a year of the fitting date – free of charge.
Flexible payment options
Pay before pickup so you can grab your keys and go, or take advantage of our buy now, pay later options.
Complimentary loan vehicles
Zip around town in a VW Golf while we fix your car radiator.
Your radiator is the heart of its cooling system, ensuring that your engine runs at the optimal temperature.
Lift the bonnet and you’ll recognise it mounted at the front of the compartment with a series of narrow tubes and fins. And if you’ve ever been stuck on the side of the road with steam bursting from the engine you’ll know what it looks like when a radiator malfunctions. Regular radiator servicing is critical to ensure that your engine stays cool. When your radiator fails; your car fails. When your vehicle’s radiator needs attention, trust Cox Auto for expert radiator repair. Our expert technicians are equipped to handle a wide range of radiator repairs, from minor radiator leaks to complete replacements, ensuring your vehicle stays cool under pressure. It’s easy to book online, and even easier to keep on the move with our complimentary loan vehicles from our South Melbourne service centre.
Take a look at what’s involved in repairing a faulty radiator?
Our radiator repair service is a detailed process. We ensure that every component of your engine’s cooling system is inspected, diagnosed and repaired with precision.
Here’s what’s involved:
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Diagnosis -
Pressure testing
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System flush
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Component replacement and repair
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Coolant replacement
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Final testing and performance checks
The Cox Auto difference
Car radiator expertise
Our technicians have the expertise to handle all types of radiator repairs, ensuring your vehicle is returned to its optimal condition.
Quality assurance
We guarantee the use of quality parts and fluids that meet or exceed manufacturer specifications.
Comprehensive service
We don’t just fix the symptom; we address the cause, ensuring a long-term solution to your cooling system needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
As coolant fluid circulates through the engine, it absorbs heat. That hot coolant then flows into the radiator, where it is spread out over a large surface area to allow air to pass across it, cooling the liquid, and therefore the engine. When driving, the natural airflow cools the narrow tubes and fins of the radiator. When stationary, a fan activates to keep that air blowing. Ultimately, what a car radiator does is prevent the engine from overheating.
There are several indicators that your radiator is failing. An overheated engine – indicated by a warning light on your dashboard or a dreaded head of steam emanating from the engine compartment – is the primary symptom of a failed radiator. Lack of coolant, discoloured or rusty coolant, or signs of leaking coolant are early red flags. Radiator hose leaks are an obvious sign, but keep an eye out for subtle ones too; if the heating system in the car interior isn’t working (it relies on the hot coolant circulating around the engine to warm the air it pumps through the vents), it’s time to bring your car into Cox Auto for a service.
Driving a car with a cracked radiator is extremely dangerous. The further you drive under such conditions, the greater the risk of catastrophic overheating and a costly repair bill. If you’ve identified a crack, contact the team at Cox Auto for immediate advice and repair.
The cost of radiator repair varies based on your vehicle’s make and model and the extent of the repairs needed. Our team will provide you with a detailed quote after inspecting your vehicle, talking you through the required repairs in plain language so you understand what you need before we proceed.
Your journey, our expertise. Book so you can get back on the road.
Radiator troubles got steam coming out of your ears? Book a radiator repair service with Cox Auto for efficient and reliable repairs. You and your car deserve the best care, so give us a call or book online today.
Learn more about car radiators
Read our resources about engine cooling systems, including radiators.
