Pettys Auto Electric Service
330 South Washington Ave, Columbus, OH 43215 614.224.5566

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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: Oct 27, 2024

Radiator Fans

{{ image('MzU0') }} Columbus 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: Jul 04, 2023

Simple Answers from Pettys Auto Electric Service for Columbus: 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: Apr 06, 2023

Simple Answers from Pettys Auto Electric Service for Columbus: Cooling System

{{ image('MzUx') }} Question:My engine never overheats. Why should I get a cooling system service in Columbus?Pettys Auto Electric Service Answer:That's a really good question for Columbus drivers to...
Published on: Jan 15, 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: Aug 21, 2022

Cooling System Service at Pettys Auto Electric Service in Columbus

Columbus 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 are...
Published on: Oct 01, 2021

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: Jul 23, 2021

Cooling System

We’re often asked questions about the cooling system – the system that cools your engine and keeps it at the proper operating temperature.  Let’s examine the topic in two areas:...
Published on: Feb 04, 2021