Westside Service
2050 Leonard St NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504 616.453.7545

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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

The thermostat is part of your cooling system. Grand Rapids residents' vehicle thermostats perform a similar function to the thermostats in their homes. At home, you set your thermostat to maintain a ...
Published on: Mar 30, 2023

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: Mar 08, 2023

Radiator Hoses

Your radiator hoses carry coolant between your engine and radiator.  It’s an important job.  If a hose fails, you could lose your engine coolant which might lead to overheating and ver...
Published on: Oct 24, 2022

Thermostat

The thermostat is an important part of your cooling system. Your vehicle’s thermostat performs a similar function to the thermostat in your home. At home, you set your thermostat to maintain a c...
Published on: Sep 28, 2021

Thermostat

{{ image('MzU0') }} The thermostat is part of your cooling system. Grand Rapids residents' vehicle thermostats perform a similar function to the thermostats in their homes. At home, you set...
Published on: Mar 31, 2021

Cooling System Service at Westside Service in Grand Rapids

Grand Rapids drivers often ask questions about the cooling system, the system that cools your vehicle engine and keeps it at the proper operating temperature. Let’s examine the topic in two...
Published on: Dec 27, 2020

Simple Answers from Westside Service for Grand Rapids: 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: Dec 04, 2020