Universal Auto & Tire
9853 Johnycake Ridge Mentor, OH 44060 | (440) 579-5232

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Prevent Cooling System Problems In

Cooling system problems are the most common reason for mechanical failure.  And, they’re largely avoidable.  Here’s what you need to know about your cooling system.  First, ...
Published on: Mar 30, 2025

Thermostat

The thermostat is part of your cooling system. MENTOR residents' vehicle thermostats perform a similar function to the thermostats in their homes. At home, you set your thermostat to maintain a comfor...
Published on: Jan 08, 2024

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: Jul 21, 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: Feb 28, 2023

Cooling System Service at Universal Auto & Tire in MENTOR

MENTOR 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 areas...
Published on: Dec 14, 2022

A Long Lasting Cooling System For MENTOR, OH Driving

Our vehicles operate in a wide range of outside temperatures.  That’s why vehicle manufacturers use testing grounds from the frozen tundra to the blistering desert.  Your engine antifr...
Published on: Aug 21, 2022