Gerdin Auto & Tire
3128 Northwest Bridge Street, Saint Francis, MN 55070 763.753.4993

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How Cool is That! (Coolant level sensor replacement)

Your vehicle’s engine runs hot.  It should, since it’s a series of little explosions that create the power that gets you going where you want to go.  To keep the engine cool, eng...
Published on: Jan 12, 2025

Thermostat

{{ image('MzU0') }} The thermostat is part of your cooling system. Saint Francis residents' vehicle thermostats perform a similar function to the thermostats in their homes. At home, you se...
Published on: Apr 19, 2022

Radiator Fans

{{ image('MzU0') }} Saint Francis residents who are old enough have probably heard the term “fan belt”. Back in the day the radiator fan in your vehicle was turned by a belt driven by the...
Published on: Mar 06, 2022

Simple Answers from Gerdin Auto & Tire for Saint Francis: Cooling System

Question My engine never overheats.  Why should I get a cooling system service? Answer That’s a good question to ask, because if you don’t have the full answer you may end up in tr...
Published on: Sep 27, 2021

The Hot Switch (Coolant Vacuum Valve Switch)

When the weather gets cooler, you want the cabin of your vehicle to stay warm.  When you switch on the heat, you may find the air that comes out of the vents just isn't hot.  The problem co...
Published on: Jul 07, 2021

Cooling System Repairs

We all know how important the cooling system is. Coolant/antifreeze circulates around the engine, absorbs heat, and then dissipates it in the radiator.  Cooling system failure can cause extensive...
Published on: Feb 23, 2021

Cooling System

We’re often asked questions about the cooling system – the system that cools your engine and keeps it at the proper operating temperature.  Let’s examine the topic in two areas:...
Published on: Feb 01, 2020

Gerdin Auto & Tire Tech Question On Your Cooling System

Question I was driving down the freeway and smoke started coming out of my car.  I pulled over and called my husband.  I had to be towed to my mechanic.  He said my car had overheated....
Published on: Sep 22, 2019