(703) 221-4523
17711 Fraley Blvd | Dumfries, VA 22026
Mon - Fri 8AM to 5PM

Daniels Auto Care provides Heating System Service services to Dumfries, VA, Triangle, VA, Woodbridge, VA, and other surrounding areas.

Approx. Time: 60 Minutes  |   Price Range: Get Quote for Price

The Basics Behind Heating System Services at Daniels Auto Care

In contrast to the cooling system, which removes heat from the engine, the heating system transfers the engine’s heat to the vehicle’s interior. Excess engine heat is absorbed by coolant, a mixture of water and antifreeze. Coolant is carried by the heater hoses from the engine to the radiator, which expels some of the heat into the atmosphere. The water pump pushes the coolant through the engine, cooling system, and heating system. The coolant travels to the heater core, located in your vehicle’s dashboard. There, the heater fan directs the rest of the warm air into the vehicle’s cabin. Once the coolant transfers heat into the vehicle, the coolant returns to the water pump where it continues to circulate through the system. The heating and cooling systems share a number of components, including the radiator, thermostat, and water pump. Other heating system components include the blower motor, heater control valve, heater core, heater fan, and heater hoses. These components work together to regulate temperatures in the engine and cabin compartment.

Why Should You Have Heating System Services Performed at Daniels Auto Care?

Because the heating and cooling systems work in tandem, problems with the cooling system will affect the heating system. Low coolant levels, for example, can affect the heating system’s ability to warm your vehicle’s interior. Leaking coolant can be attributed to a damaged heater core, radiator, heater hose, or cooling system. Sweet smells coming from the air vents are a sign of a coolant leak. Other common issues that plague heating system components include a vacuum leak, heater valve failure, fan motor failure, heater core failure, or stuck thermostat. One of the most common causes of breakdowns is overheating, but heating system maintenance can help prevent this from happening. Consult your owner’s manual for recommended inspection intervals for the various heating system components, and be sure to seek out heating system repairs when necessary.

We proudly service the Heating System Service needs of customers in Dumfries, VA, Triangle, VA, Woodbridge, VA, and surrounding areas.

Areas Served : Dumfries, VA | Triangle, VA | Woodbridge, VA | and surrounding areas

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Daniels Auto Care

At Daniels Auto Care, we care about your vehicle. We've served our customers with honesty and integrity since day one, even after over 41 years of auto repair and tire service in Dumfries, VA. We’ve seen a lot of changes in this industry throughout these years, but we’ve never compromised on our service. Look to us for your next auto service, shop our selection of name brand tires, or see our team of experienced and certified mechanics to repair your vehicle if something breaks. At Daniels Auto Care, we go above and beyond to ensure every customer's satisfaction. Not only do we deliver great service and pricing, but we also contribute actively to our community. Since we opened our doors, Daniels Auto Care has earned a Top Rating in Consumers Checkbook Magazine (#1 in Prince William County) and is a proud AAA approved member. We service the surrounding areas of Woodbridge, VA and Manassas, VA.

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Dumfries, VA 22026

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