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5410 Byers Circle E, Columbus, OH 43229 | 614.885.2880

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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: Aug 11, 2024

Cooling System Service at Luke's Automotive 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 02, 2023

Air Blend Box

You push a few buttons or turn some knobs, and voila! You have air blowing on your feet or cool air chilling your face. But how does all that happen? Well, it's all thanks to ...
Published on: Sep 04, 2023

Thermostat

{{ image('MzU0') }} The thermostat is part of your cooling system. Columbus residents' vehicle thermostats perform a similar function to the thermostats in their homes. At home, you set you...
Published on: Jun 05, 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: Mar 07, 2023

Luke's Automotive Advice on Your Cooling System

Last week I was out running errands and my temperature warning light came on – total panic!  I pulled over and my car was overheating After it cooled down, I went right in to my service ce...
Published on: Nov 09, 2022

Radiator Fans

If you’re old enough, you’ve heard the term “fan belt”. Back in the day the radiator fan in your vehicle was turned by a belt driven by the engine. There are still belt driven ...
Published on: Oct 23, 2022

Simple Answers from Luke's Automotive for Columbus: Cooling System

{{ image('MzUx') }} Question:My engine never overheats. Why should I get a cooling system service in Columbus?Luke's Automotive Answer:That's a really good question for Columbus drivers to ask, becau...
Published on: Aug 01, 2022