Radiator & Cooling System Repair

 Average repair cost of a radiator replacement is $195 to $295 depending on the vehicle.

 Do it yourself customers can purchase a radiator from $89 plus tax.

Average replacement cost of a thermostat is $79 - $149 for most vehicles. Water pump replacement can vary widely as some are very easy to access (1-2 hours), and other vehicles require removal of other components to gain access to the water pump (5-6 hours). Price range $195 - $595 for most cars. Tip; Ask your tech about which services and wearable parts can be replaced during a water pump replacement. This strategy can save you money in the long run of vehicle ownership. Coolant flush service price range $69 - $99 for most vehicles.

 Cooling fan repairs start at $59 for wiring or sensor related problems to an average of $250 - $350 for entire fan and motor assembly replacement. Radiator caps cost average $7 -$14 Intake manifold gasket replacement is common on later model Chevy Malibu, Chevy Impala, Chevy Blazer, Chevy Suburban, Chevy Tahoe, although the gasket can fail on any neglected vehicle. Cost range $485 - $$650 Cylinder head repairs can range from $795 for a simple 4 cylinder engine to $1595 for a complex DOHC 6 cylinder engine.

Heater Core average cost for the Ford, Lincoln, Mercury is $575, Dodge and Jeep average $675, Mercedes, BMW, Jaguar can cost upwards of $1000 or more. Call for a quote on your particular vehicle. Average cost of a cooling hose replacement is $58 plus coolant/antifreeze. Tip; Always take the recommendation to replace hoes in pairs, and with a thermostat if not yet replaced in 80000 miles. Tip; Do not install “stop leak” into a leaking cooling system or radiator. This usually will only plug up the radiators flow and creating a second problem.

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