1986 Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon Radiator Service

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Service Your Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon Radiator

Are rising engine temperatures causing rising stress levels for you? Cool it! Schedule your 1986 Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon radiator service or repair today.

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When Does My 1986 Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon Radiator Need Service?

If you’re not sure what the purpose of a radiator is, it’s hard to tell when to have your Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon radiator serviced. Nonetheless, you need to know the signs of radiator malfunction. The radiator is in the cooling system of your car, and it helps your engine temperature stay within a safe range. If your radiator isn’t functioning like it’s supposed to, the engine can overheat – or worse, break down.

Keeping up with regular radiator maintenance in your 1986 Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon is crucial to keep your engine in the best possible shape for years to come. In fact, Ford recommends replacing coolant/antifreeze at specific intervals, but it’s a good idea to keep your eyes open for any indication that your radiator is failing. You could be on the verge of a radiator-induced engine breakdown if you notice leaking coolant, overheating, or an illuminated low coolant dashboard light. Visit your local Firestone Complete Auto Care for a Courtesy Check at the first sign of one of these issues.

What to Expect from Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon Radiator Repair

What’s included in a radiator repair service? At Firestone Complete Auto Care, we start by performing a thorough inspection of your Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon cooling system. We then do a machine-powered radiator exchange, replenish flushed chemicals, sealants, and lubricants, and then pressure check for leaks.

If your radiator is acting up, odds are good that your water pump needs to be checked for proper function, too. Some services for your 1986 Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon engine can wait, but the water pump is one part that you can't put off repairing or replacing. This pump ensures that coolant is always flowing through the radiator, hoses, and engine. Without it, your engine won't maintain its optimal temperature. Our technicians can take a look at your radiator’s components to ensure everything is operating as it should. From the radiator cap to the heater core, we’ll take excellent care of your 1986 Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon at Firestone Complete Auto Care. After all, we know it’s not just a car. It’s your car.

Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon Radiator Q&A

Take care of your 1986 Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon radiator and it will last. Check out our top questions and answers about Ford radiators below, and visit your nearest Firestone Complete Auto Care at the first sign of an overheating engine.

  • Why is the coolant light on my Ford dashboard on? Pay attention to the temperature gauge and lights on your dashboard. If a low coolant warning light comes on or your dashboard temperature gauge keeps rising, it’s likely that your engine is about to overheat (and could leave you stranded on the road). Wait for the engine to cool down, then have your coolant system checked immediately at your nearest Firestone Complete Auto Care.
  • Is an antifreeze leak dangerous? Don’t ignore puddles on your driveway or garage floor. If you see a green, bright orange, or pink fluid puddling under your car (it might be sticky, too), it could be antifreeze that’s leaking out of the engine. Antifreeze has a sweet, attractive smell to cats and dogs (and it’s highly toxic to them), so look out for your pets! Repair any leaks as soon as possible, then carefully wash away any remaining fluid that’s left behind on the driveway or garage floor.
  • Do Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon radiators need to be cleaned? It could be a good idea to have your Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon radiator cleaned out a couple of times a year, maybe at the same time as a tire rotation or oil change.
  • What can cause my E-150 Econoline Club Wagon to overheat? Your Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon engine could overheat due to low coolant, a clogged radiator, a damaged water pump, a malfunctioning cooling fan, or a faulty thermostat.
  • Why does the radiator in my E-150 Econoline Club Wagon sound like it’s rumbling or boiling? If your radiator sounds like it's boiling or rumbling, you could have air pockets in the cooling system of your E-150 Econoline Club Wagon. You might also have a damaged radiator cap (super easy to fix!) or a clogged radiator.
  • There’s rust in my E-150 Econoline Club Wagon radiator. Should I be worried? Yes. If you have rust in your Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon radiator, it could cause leaks, negatively impact cooling efficiency, and eventually lead to radiator failure. Left unaddressed, radiator rust can erode the cooling passages, creating cracks or small holes. Properly maintaining your radiator system can help stop it from rusting.