LRE Automotive
103 Seminole St, Edwardsville, IL 62025 618.656.4640

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LRE Automotive 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: Dec 15, 2015

Radiator Fans

If you’re old enough, you’ve heard the term “fan belt." Back in the day, the radiator fan in your vehicle was turned by a belt driven by the engine. There are still belt driven fans,...
Published on: Oct 10, 2015

LRE Automotive Tech Question On Your Head Gasket

Question My name is Landon.  I bought a new minivan and it started smoking out the tail pipe.  They said my head gasket went out.  What can I do to prevent this from happening again? ...
Published on: Nov 21, 2013

Prevent Cooling System Problems In

Cooling system problems are the most common reason for mechanical failure.  And, they’re largely avoidable.  Here’s what you need to know about your cooling system.  First, ...
Published on: Aug 09, 2013

A Long Lasting Cooling System For Edwardsville, IL Driving

Our vehicles operate in a wide range of outside temperatures.  That’s why vehicle manufacturers use testing grounds from the frozen tundra to the blistering desert.  Your engine antifr...
Published on: Jan 25, 2013

Cooling System Service At LRE Automotive

{{ image('MzA1') }} Last week I was out running errands in Edwardsville and my temperature warning light came on – total panic! I pulled over and my car was overheating.After it coole...
Published on: Aug 24, 2012

Cooling System Service At LRE Automotive

{{ image('Mjkz') }} Your vehicle cooling system's job is to keep your engine cool. Coolant (also called antifreeze) mixed with water flows through your engine and absorbs heat. The mixture then ...
Published on: Jun 06, 2012