Glossary / Engine

coolant

86 Episode Mentions

Too Afraid to Ask

Coolant is a liquid that runs through the engine to keep it from getting too hot. It also stops the engine from freezing when it’s very cold.

Technical Definition

Coolant, also known as antifreeze, circulates through the engine to absorb and dissipate heat, preventing overheating. It also protects against freezing in cold climates.

Hear It Discussed

"...there was something wrong with the coolant leaked out because like it stranded us on the side of the road and it overheated... the over the coolant is pouring out... fluid is pouring out of the..."
#2632: Brilliant or Crazy The Best of Car Talk 32:16

"But we also have a specific time for changing their fluids and their differentials, their transfer cases, transmissions, coolant, all that stuff."
Fixing Cars Is Easier with The Motor Medics on The Phone Under The Hood show 40:23