Why is the coolant light on my Mercury dashboard on?

If the coolant light illuminates on your dashboard, your engine could be overheating. Pull over to a safe area and wait for the engine to cool down. Then, head to your nearest Firestone Complete Auto Care for a coolant system check.

What are the puddles in my driveway or garage floor?

Notice a leaking fluid that's green, bright orange, or pink and feels sticky? It might be antifreeze. Antifreeze is toxic but has a sweet smell and taste that's attractive to many cats and dogs. Do your pets a favor and have an antifreeze leak investigated ASAP. Then hose down the driveway or garage floor!

When should my Mercury Topaz radiator be cleaned?

It could be a good idea to have your Mercury Topaz radiator cleaned out a couple of times a year, maybe at the same time as a tire rotation or oil change.

Why is my Topaz overheating?

Your Mercury Topaz engine could overheat due to low coolant, a clogged radiator, a damaged water pump, a malfunctioning cooling fan, or a faulty thermostat.

My Topaz radiator sounds like it's rumbling or boiling! What's up?

If your radiator sounds like it's boiling or rumbling, you could have air pockets in the cooling system of your Topaz. You might also have a damaged radiator cap (super easy to fix!) or a clogged radiator.

There’s rust in my Topaz radiator. Should I be worried?

Yes. Rust in the radiator of your Mercury Topaz can impair its cooling efficiency, cause leaks, and even result in complete failure of the radiator. Over time, rust can eat away at the radiator's cooling passages, forming tiny holes or cracks that can affect its operation. To help prevent rust from causing damage, you should stay on top of radiator maintenance.

1990 Mercury Topaz Radiator Repair & Service

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When Does My 1990 Mercury Topaz Radiator Need Service?

It can be tough to know when to have your Mercury Topaz radiator serviced if you don't know what it does, but it’s vital to know what to look for. As part of your car’s cooling system, your radiator helps keep engine temperature regulated. If your radiator isn’t functioning like it’s supposed to, the engine can overheat – or worse, break down.

Regular, proactive service on the radiator in your 1990 Mercury Topaz is crucial to keep your engine in the best possible shape for years to come. Mercury recommends that you replace coolant (also called antifreeze) at certain intervals, but you can also take note of any signs your radiator is going bad. Your radiator could be close to causing an engine breakdown if you notice leaking coolant, overheating, or an illuminated low coolant dashboard light. When you experience one or more of these issues, head to your local Firestone Complete Auto Care for a Courtesy Check.

Radiator Repair Service for Your Mercury Topaz

What does radiator repair include? At Firestone Complete Auto Care, we start by performing a thorough inspection of your Mercury Topaz cooling system. We then do a machine-powered radiator exchange, replenish flushed chemicals, sealants, and lubricants, and then pressure check for leaks.

Radiator problems often go hand in hand with water pump problems. Of all the parts in your 1990 Mercury Topaz engine, the water pump is one that you'll want to have repaired or replaced as soon as you discover a problem with it. This vital part keeps coolant moving through the engine, hoses, and radiator. If it isn’t functioning properly, your engine won’t be able to stay within its optimal temperature range. Let our technicians examine your radiator pumps and hoses to ensure everything is operating as it should. When it comes to radiator service and repair, we’ll take excellent care of your 1990 Mercury Topaz at Firestone Complete Auto Care. After all, we know it’s not just a car. It’s your car.

Mercury Topaz Radiator Q&A

Wondering how to make your 1990 Mercury Topaz radiator last as long as possible? Read on for answers to common questions, and visit your local Firestone Complete Auto Care when your engine shows any signs of a faulty radiator.

Why is the coolant light on my Mercury dashboard on? If the coolant light illuminates on your dashboard, your engine could be overheating. Pull over to a safe area and wait for the engine to cool down. Then, head to your nearest Firestone Complete Auto Care for a coolant system check.
What are the puddles in my driveway or garage floor? Notice a leaking fluid that's green, bright orange, or pink and feels sticky? It might be antifreeze. Antifreeze is toxic but has a sweet smell and taste that's attractive to many cats and dogs. Do your pets a favor and have an antifreeze leak investigated ASAP. Then hose down the driveway or garage floor!
When should my Mercury Topaz radiator be cleaned? It could be a good idea to have your Mercury Topaz radiator cleaned out a couple of times a year, maybe at the same time as a tire rotation or oil change.
Why is my Topaz overheating? Your Mercury Topaz engine could overheat due to low coolant, a clogged radiator, a damaged water pump, a malfunctioning cooling fan, or a faulty thermostat.
My Topaz radiator sounds like it's rumbling or boiling! What's up? If your radiator sounds like it's boiling or rumbling, you could have air pockets in the cooling system of your Topaz. You might also have a damaged radiator cap (super easy to fix!) or a clogged radiator.
There’s rust in my Topaz radiator. Should I be worried? Yes. Rust in the radiator of your Mercury Topaz can impair its cooling efficiency, cause leaks, and even result in complete failure of the radiator. Over time, rust can eat away at the radiator's cooling passages, forming tiny holes or cracks that can affect its operation. To help prevent rust from causing damage, you should stay on top of radiator maintenance.