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How much does Car Radiator Replacement cost?

It depends on the type of car you drive and the auto repair shop you go to. Our mechanics are mobile, which means they don't have the overhead that repair shops have. They provide you convenience by coming to your home or office.

Car Radiator Replacement pricing for various cars

CarsEstimateParts CostLabor CostSavingsAverage Dealer Price
2011 Chevrolet Express 2500$696$433.36$262.78-11%$626.86
2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac$705$398.14$306.57-12%$623.89
2014 Toyota Prius$789$351.40$437.97-17%$673.90
2009 Infiniti G37$1453$1161.04$291.98-5%$1376.04
2013 Infiniti FX37$1023$453.36$569.36-17%$872.61
2015 Porsche Macan$2026$1324.98$700.75-10%$1840.98

Car Radiator Replacement Service

What is the Radiator all about?

The radiator performs a critical function; it keeps the engine from overheating. While running, the engine produces heat. Coolant flowing through the system absorbs and removes extra heat from the engine. The coolant then passes through the radiator where it cools off and is later circulated back to the engine to absorb heat again.

A radiator has two tanks that are connected to each other through aluminum or brass tubes. When the coolant passes through these tubes, the radiator cooling fan blows air across the radiator to lower the temperature of the coolant. The tank is usually made of plastic, and it is common for it to crack and start leaking coolant. If the tank or the tubes crack, coolant will leak , the vehicle will overheat and could cause severe engine damage. Radiators also tend to clog over time. When this occurs, not enough coolant flows through the radiator leading to heat build-up, causing the engine to overheat.

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Keep in mind:

  • When replacing the radiator, it is best to also replace the radiator cap and thermostat.
  • After your radiator is replaced, it is best to have it checked for leaks, to assure that everything is in working order.
  • When the radiator is replaced, the entire cooling system should be checked, especially the radiator hoses.

How it's done:

  • Inspect radiator for leaks.
  • Pressure test cooling system.
  • Remove and replace the radiator.
  • Fill radiator with proper mixture of 50/50 coolant.
  • Recheck for leaks.

Our recommendation:

Follow the service maintenance schedule provided by the manufacturer to get the coolant replaced at regular intervals. It is a good practice to change the coolant every 25,000-40,000 miles. Replacing the coolant will ensure it is free of contaminants such as rust or scale that can block it from flowing through the radiator and engine. Given high engine temperatures, it is inevitable that the tanks in the radiator will eventually crack. The thermostat should be replaced when replacing the radiator as well as any necessary radiator hoses.The system should also be flushed out of all old coolant to remove any contamination.

What common symptoms indicate you may need to replace the Radiator?

  • Car is overheating.
  • Coolant (red, yellow, green fluid) is leaking.

How important is this service?

If a defective radiator is not replaced, the overheating of the engine can potentially lead to serious internal engine damage.


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William

35 years of experience
731 reviews
William
35 years of experience
Dodge Journey L4-2.4L - Radiator - Phoenix, Arizona
I was glad that the mechanic i was able to secure for my appointment was Will. He has helped us out with other repairs before and he's been great. He showed up early, was finished in a timely manner and helped me understand how to avoid issues in the future and made some great recommendations.

Anthony

8 years of experience
195 reviews
Anthony
8 years of experience
Toyota Highlander V6-3.5L - Radiator - Orangevale, California
Anthony was great. Very friendly and professional. Did the work in less time than I thought and saved me some money.

Kevin

25 years of experience
651 reviews
Kevin
25 years of experience
Ford E-350 Super Duty V10-6.8L - Radiator - Norcross, Georgia
Kevin was great on communication. Showed up ready to tackle the issue. Was knowledgeable and had the tools to get it over with quickly. He is an asset to your company. He gives YourMechanic a good name.

Thomas

13 years of experience
227 reviews
Thomas
13 years of experience
Honda Element L4-2.4L - Car Radiator Replacement - Grand Prairie, Texas
Thomas was great, he’s knowledgeable and highly skilled, I would definitely hire him again and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him to my friends and family.

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