Understanding Heating System Services at Sunland Tire
Unlike the cooling system, which removes heat from the engine, the heating system transfers excess engine heat into your vehicle’s interior. This is done through coolant, a mixture of water and antifreeze, which absorbs the heat. The coolant is carried by heater hoses from the engine to the radiator, where some of the heat is expelled into the atmosphere. The water pump moves the coolant through both the engine and the heating system. It travels to the heater core, located in the dashboard, where the heater fan then directs warm air into the vehicle’s cabin. Once the coolant has transferred heat to the cabin, it returns to the water pump, continuing its circulation through the system. The heating and cooling systems share many components, such as the radiator, thermostat, and water pump. Additional heating system components include the blower motor, heater control valve, heater core, heater fan, and heater hoses, all working together to regulate both engine and cabin temperatures.

Why Choose Sunland Tire for Heating System Services?
Because the heating and cooling systems work in tandem, issues with the cooling system can directly affect the heating system. For example, low coolant levels can hinder the system’s ability to warm the vehicle’s interior. Coolant leaks can result from damaged components such as the heater core, radiator, heater hoses, or cooling system. If you notice a sweet smell coming from the air vents, it could indicate a coolant leak. Other common heating system problems include vacuum leaks, heater valve failure, fan motor failure, heater core failure, or a stuck thermostat. Overheating is a common cause of breakdowns, but regular heating system maintenance can help prevent it. Be sure to follow your vehicle’s owner’s manual for recommended inspection intervals and seek heating system repairs when necessary.

We proudly provide Heating System Services for customers in La Verne, CA, Covina, CA, Upland, CA, and surrounding areas.