- Important part of cooling system
- The hose coolant travels through to get between the radiator and engine
- Replace when cracked or leaking
Your Nissan's cooling system is designed to keep the vehicle from overheating. And your vehicle's cooling system relies on a working, quality Radiator Coolant Hose (Lower) to work correctly. As the coolant fluid in your Nissan travels through the coolant system and radiator to the engine, it has to go through a Radiator Coolant Hose (Lower). It's essential that the Radiator Coolant Hose (Lower) remain free from cracks, bloating, or leaks that could cause damage to your Nissan.
Over time, the rubber that makes the Radiator Coolant Hose (Lower) on your Nissan can wear out. When this occurs, the Radiator Coolant Hose (Lower) may become brittle and crack, causing coolant to leak out. If too much coolant leaks out, the engine may not get enough coolant to keep the engine temperature under control, which could cause your Nissan to overheat. If the engine overheats, it may lead to added repairs and further damage to your vehicle.
In addition, your Radiator Coolant Hose (Lower) can become bloated, meaning the hose swells. An overheating engine due to low coolant could cause intensely heated coolant to pass through the hose, causing the rubber material to swell and bloat, potentially causing further cracks and damage to your Radiator Coolant Hose (Lower).
If you think a Radiator Coolant Hose (Lower) on your Nissan needs replacing, a visual inspection is often a good place to start. When dealing with the coolant system, always ensure the coolant system and engine are completely cool, as the entire cooling system is pressurized, and extremely hot coolant fluid can spray if the Radiator Coolant Hose (Lower) becomes compromised.
When inspecting your Radiator Coolant Hose (Lower), look for dry-rot, cracks, swelling, or warping. Look for coolant leaks on the ground underneath the vehicle, specifically underneath where the Radiator Coolant Hose (Lower) is located on the vehicle.
Also, check the dashboard if you feel you have a bad Radiator Coolant Hose (Lower). Check to see if the Low Coolant light is on or if the temperature gauge is showing the engine running too hot. Your owner's manual gives an overview of dashboard lights and their meanings.
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