Braasch Automotive
211 Sola Drive, Gilberts, IL 60136 847.428.5511

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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: May 07, 2020

Radiator Fans

{{ image('MzU0') }} Gilberts 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 engi...
Published on: Apr 21, 2020

Simple Answers from Braasch Automotive for Gilberts: Cooling System

{{ image('MzUx') }} Question:My engine never overheats. Why should I get a cooling system service in Gilberts?Braasch Automotive Answer:That's a really good question for Gilberts drivers to ask, beca...
Published on: Apr 18, 2017

Radiator Fans

If you’re old enough, you’ve heard the term “fan belt”. Back in the day the radiator fan in your vehicle was turned by a belt driven by the engine. There are still belt driven ...
Published on: Nov 22, 2016

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: Apr 20, 2016

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: Mar 31, 2016

Thermostat

The thermostat is part of your cooling system. Gilberts residents' vehicle thermostats perform a similar function to the thermostats in their homes. At home, you set your thermostat to maintain a comf...
Published on: Jan 10, 2016

Thermostat

{{ image('MzU0') }} The thermostat is part of your cooling system. Gilberts residents' vehicle thermostats perform a similar function to the thermostats in their homes. At home, you set you...
Published on: Dec 22, 2015