Duffy's Repair Service
9974 Lickinghole Road, Ashland, VA 23005 804.798.5922

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How Cool is That! (Coolant level sensor replacement)

Your vehicle’s engine runs hot.  It should, since it’s a series of little explosions that create the power that gets you going where you want to go.  To keep the engine cool, eng...
Published on: Jul 28, 2024

Cooling System Service at Duffy's Repair Service in Ashland

Ashland drivers often ask questions about the cooling system, the system that cools your vehicle engine and keeps it at the proper operating temperature. Let’s examine the topic in two area...
Published on: Aug 16, 2023

Radiator Fans

{{ image('MzU0') }} Ashland residents who are old enough have probably heard the term “fan belt”. Back in the day the radiator fan in your vehicle was turned by a belt driven by the engin...
Published on: May 03, 2023

Thermostat

{{ image('MzU0') }} The thermostat is part of your cooling system. Ashland residents' vehicle thermostats perform a similar function to the thermostats in their homes. At home, you set your...
Published on: Feb 02, 2023

Radiator Hoses

Your radiator hoses carry coolant between your engine and radiator.  It’s an important job.  If a hose fails, you could lose your engine coolant which might lead to overheating and ver...
Published on: Sep 26, 2021

The Hot Switch (Coolant Vacuum Valve Switch)

When the weather gets cooler, you want the cabin of your vehicle to stay warm.  When you switch on the heat, you may find the air that comes out of the vents just isn't hot.  The problem co...
Published on: Aug 17, 2021

Duffy's Repair Service Tech Question On Your Cooling System

Question I was driving down the freeway and smoke started coming out of my car.  I pulled over and called my husband.  I had to be towed to my mechanic.  He said my car had overheated....
Published on: Jul 31, 2021

Simple Answers from Duffy's Repair Service for Ashland: Cooling System

Question My engine never overheats.  Why should I get a cooling system service? Answer That’s a good question to ask, because if you don’t have the full answer you may end up in tr...
Published on: Jan 28, 2021