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It flushes out old coolant and particulates which have formed in your cooling system.

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Q: What does flushing your radiator do to a car?
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Should the car be running to flush the radiator?

Just flushing the radiator, no but to flush the system, yes.


What will flushing radiator do?

Rust and sediment can accumulate in the cooling system. Flushing the radiator helps keep the cooling system clean.


Do you leave car running when flushing your radiator?

leave it off while flushing & while filling it up with water & anti freeze the first time, leave cap off, crank car then fill rest of way. you should see burp bubbles.


Why a car radiator must be flushed?

"Flushing" a radiator is recommended when the coolant has passed its recommended service life or has been mixed with other fluids. Most manufacturers have outlined in the owners manual when it should done as maintenance.


Does flushing your radiator help improve the air conditioning in the vehicle?

Yes, it is


What is a flushing tee?

following this link to see a picture of it. they are used in automotive application with radiator flushing machines http://www.sherco-auto.com/hose.htm


Do a car radiator need flushing if it make your car smell?

If you have odors coming from the engine area you probably have something leaking be it oil, engine coolant or exhaust. If the engine is overheating, a radiator flush may or may not help because there are several reasons why it could be overheating. Take it to a trusted mechanic for diagnoses.


Why is there mud in your radiator?

Mineral sludge from tap water. A good radiator flushing will help and then use proper coolant to help keep the sludge building up and blocking the radiator.


What are the step to Flushing a 2000 DTS Radiator?

Remove the bottom radiator hose. Put a garden hose into the top of the radiator. Allow the garden hose to run until the water coming out of the bottom of the radiator is clear.


When should the radiator be flushed for the first time?

The manufacturer recommends flushing the radiator every 30,000 miles. The radiator should be flushed once every two years regardless of the miles.


Car blow cold air?

Could be a clogged heater core, stuck thermostat, sensor or relay ( if ur car has electronics). Radiator may need flushing . Worse case, combination of noted possibilities. Good Luck. Inspector F.H.


What was the car without a radiator?

question- what was the car without a radiator? well it's probly a car without a stinking radiator,,,