RPM's Auto Service Inc
34 East 34th Place, Steger, IL 60475 708.754.3000

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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: Sep 15, 2024

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 25, 2022

Thermostat

The thermostat is an important part of your cooling system. Your vehicle’s thermostat performs a similar function to the thermostat in your home. At home, you set your thermostat to maintain a c...
Published on: Oct 05, 2022

Simple Answers from RPM's Auto Service Inc for Steger: Cooling System

{{ image('MzUx') }} Question:My engine never overheats. Why should I get a cooling system service in Steger?RPM's Auto Service Inc Answer:That's a really good question for Steger drivers to ask, beca...
Published on: Sep 05, 2022

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: May 15, 2022

RPM's Auto Service Inc Tech Question on Your Head Gasket

Question My name is Landon.  A 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: Apr 13, 2022

RPM's Auto Service Inc 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: Mar 12, 2022

Thermostat

The thermostat is part of your cooling system. Steger residents' vehicle thermostats perform a similar function to the thermostats in their homes. At home, you set your thermostat to maintain a comfor...
Published on: Mar 08, 2021