Auto Heating & Cooling

Providing Professional Heating and Cooling Maintenance and Repair Services

Maintenance

Complete Auto Maintenance for Your Heating & Cooling Systems

Most of the time, an overheated engine in a vehicle is caused by an issue with the coolant. The coolant circulates throughout the engine to make sure there’s no overheating due to engine corrosion.

As any other fluid in your vehicle can, coolant can become dirty following a period of time. The contaminants it picks up can possibly harm your engine. And once the engine seizes, there’s no turning back. The only options then are a complete engine rebuild or a new vehicle entirely. Don’t let that happen to you! Be sure to schedule periodic cooling system flushes with Atlas Car Care & Tire Center.

Serpentine Belts

The function of the serpentine belt is to transmit power from the engine to all necessary front-end accessory components of your vehicle. As with any belt in your vehicle, it will wear out from use. Serpentine belts are recommended to be inspected between 50,000 and 70,000 miles, but consult your vehicle’s owner’s manual for guidance.

If the serpentine belt stops working or slips, all vehicle functions supported by it, such as power steering and air conditioning, will not work. Additional engine damage can also occur.

If it’s time to replace your vehicle’s serpentine belt, call Atlas Car Care & Tire Center in Erie, PA to schedule an appointment today!

Thermostats and Gaskets

When there’s something wrong with your vehicle’s thermostat, it’s not always easy to tell. After all, an overheated engine can have several causes, including a failed water pump, radiator, or fan belt. But in general, if the thermostat becomes stuck, then it’s given out and needs to be replaced. If it gets stuck in the opened position, an overflow of coolant can result. If it becomes stuck in the closed position, coolant cannot reach the engine, which can cause it to overheat.

The team at Atlas Car Care & Tire Center can diagnose and take care of any issue with the thermostat. Call us today to make an appointment!

Although no one really thinks about the gaskets in their vehicle (unless you’re into cars, of course), they are extremely necessary components. They prevent leaks and therefore can make your vehicle more prone to leaks should they become broken or cracked. Don’t wait until your vehicle is leaking to replace the gaskets. Bring your vehicle to Atlas Car Care & Tire Center in Erie, PA and let us make sure the gaskets are still in good working order. If need be, we will also be happy to replace them for you.

Complete Air Conditioning Service for Your Vehicle

A/C Recharges

Recharging the A/C system in your vehicle every once in a while can help make sure it stays cool during those hot and humid summer days. Atlas Car Care & Tire Center can help you. It’s very important to use the proper refrigerant when recharging the system. If you’re unsure at all as to what this would be, please do not take any chances. Solicit the help of an expert like us to help you make sure everything is in order.

Your owner’s manual should recommend the best time or mileage to have an A/C recharge performed. If you need help or to schedule an appointment, give us a call!

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A/C System Checks

Many people mistakenly believe that leaks are easy to locate in your vehicle’s A/C system. In fact, the refrigerant will evaporate the moment it contacts the air. This makes diagnosing a leak just by looking nearly impossible.

But there’s no need to panic; just call Atlas Car Care & Tire Center to schedule an appointment for an A/C system check. Our staff will perform a pressure check, temperature analysis, and refrigerant injection to make sure it’s functioning as it should be. After all, the A/C is doing you no good at the end of the day if it’s not keeping you cool!

For more information, or to schedule service, call us at 814-456-8300