The coolant in your vehicle can decide the trajectory of your trips around Kenner, so it’s important that you have it regularly maintained. To learn more about this and how we at Peake BMW can assist you, continue reading! Afterward, feel free to schedule a service appointment with our team.

Purpose

To start, we’d like to go over what goes into crafting coolant. It's actually two equal halves of water and antifreeze, which often results in it coming in a wide variety of hues. This can include green, purple, red, and many more. The purpose of this infusion is to create a liquid that does not freeze or overheat in most natural conditions. It flows through a series of metal pipes that enter and exit the engine, maintaining a constant equilibrium to prevent mechanical failure. As a resident of Kenner, humid and sweltering summers are a common occurrence. Coolant works to prevent your car's engine from overheating during this time, allowing you to continue your trips across I-10 and beyond.

Coolant Service

In most cases, we suggest having coolant service performed on your vehicle once every 30,000 miles, or every two years. The timeframe can often vary from one model to another, so we suggest you take a look at your Owner’s Manual for more details. When you stop by our Service Department, you will be met with an accommodating team of certified technicians who are experienced with servicing BMW cars such as the X1, M5, and X7. They’ll get to work by checking on the quality and quantity of your coolant supply. If it appears to be dirty, our team will need to completely flush out the remaining reservoir and replace it with a fresh batch. But if it simply seems lower than usual, you will have the supply topped off, and you can be back on your way to Lafreniere Park.

Warning Signs

A bevy of red flags will begin to manifest when your coolant is no longer in good condition, such as your engine temperature gauge indicating overheating when the coolant can no longer keep the heat down. The powertrain will also have to work harder to achieve the same results as before, reducing your car’s fuel efficiency. If you notice a sweet smell emanating from your vehicle’s vents, this may mean a coolant leak has occurred somewhere. Before you stop by our location to have these warning signs addressed, check out our service specials to see if a deal awaits you!

* Your coolant supply should be exchanged for a fresh batch once every 30,000 miles, or two years. Read your Owner's Manual for details specific to your model.