What happens when you heat up a starter?
Once under-hood heat warms the battery, cables, and starter, a “tipping point” is reached concerning the overall amount of resistance a starter can accept (and still function properly).
Why does my car starter not crank when it’s Hot?
If your starter easily cranks a cold engine, but “drags” or cranks very slowly when hot, there may be a “heat soak” problem. Before you condemn the starter as bad, you should perform a system diagnosis of the battery, cables and starter.
What does it mean when your engine thermostat is stuck?
If it takes more than five minutes for the heater to produce heat, it is a sign that the thermostat is stuck open, allowing all the coolant to flow all the time. This causes it to take a good deal longer for the engine to warm up. The thermostat on a Chevrolet 454.
What to do if your air conditioner is reading the wrong temperature?
If you have any questions about your thermostat reading the wrong temperature, or if you’d like an air conditioner serviced or installed in your home, contact Hyde’s, your Coachella Valley air conditioning contractor, at 760-360-2202 Hydes is here to help! Recent tips and stories:
If your starter easily cranks a cold engine, but “drags” or cranks very slowly when hot, there may be a “heat soak” problem. Before you condemn the starter as bad, you should perform a system diagnosis of the battery, cables and starter.
Once under-hood heat warms the battery, cables, and starter, a “tipping point” is reached concerning the overall amount of resistance a starter can accept (and still function properly).
When to turn off the refrigerator temperature dial?
Allow 12 to 24 hours between each adjustment. Low (colder) temperatures are key to prevent bacteria growth and to keep your food fresher longer. Here is information on storing food at safe temperatures. If you turn the dial to number 0, that effectively turns the fridge off.
What to do when your engine thermostat is stuck?
When an engine is cold, the thermostat should be closed, thus bypassing the radiator. Warm (not hot!) engine test: Open hood and remove radiator cap. Start engine. Observe coolant action. It should be swirling vigorously. When an engine is warm, the thermostat is in the open position.