Midtown Tire & Auto
433 S Main, Cedar City, UT 84720 435.586.0460

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Midtown Tire & Auto 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: Apr 27, 2025

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: Oct 13, 2024

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: Sep 03, 2023

Simple Answers from Midtown Tire & Auto for Cedar City: Cooling System

{{ image('MzUx') }} Question:My engine never overheats. Why should I get a cooling system service in Cedar City?Midtown Tire & Auto Answer:That's a really good question for Cedar City drivers to ask,...
Published on: Jan 22, 2023

Cooling System Service At Midtown Tire & Auto

{{ 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: Oct 18, 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: Oct 02, 2022

Radiator Fans

{{ image('MzU0') }} Cedar City residents who are old enough have probably heard the term “fan belt”. Back in the day the radiator fan in your vehicle was turned by a belt driven by the en...
Published on: Sep 19, 2022

Midtown Tire & Auto Advice on Your Cooling System

Last week I was out running errands and my temperature warning light came on – total panic!  I pulled over and my car was overheating After it cooled down, I went right in to my service ce...
Published on: Jul 25, 2022