Car radiator grille

A functioning cooling system includes a car part that appears to be relatively insignificant. The cooling hose. Its function is to transport cooling water. Water pump ensures the constant passing. It makes a certain pressure the cooling liquid to "flow" through the hose. Constant cooling is essential for the engine.

If there is coolant leakage, this negatively influences the cooling. Especially when the loss is significant. It is necessary to find the cause as in concerns the entire cooling system. And the hose. A clear sign of cooling water loss is a wet spot after parking on the respective place. If the conditioner is automatic, this spot may be harmless. Still, a good control is required. It is necessary to control the amount of coolant and to watch the temperature sensor.

Before replacing the hose, ensure that it is the reason of failure. Check all the hose’s attachments. Cooling hoses are placed in the area of radiator/engine. Faulty hose must be replaced at once. It is not difficult to do. But it is recommended non specialist to remind the hose system. It is not complicated. But it must be done carefully and accurately. In addition to hoses in our online shop you will find ignition distributor, central locking, turbocharger, shock absorber and many other spare car parts.

Radiator grille failure

• corrosion;
• dirt and dust buildup;
• component deformation;
• cracks occurrence;
• part fixations wear

Signs of radiator grille / billet grille failure

• failures in cooling system work;
• frequent engine overheating;
• car ventilation deterioration;

Causes of radiator grille failure

• ingress of water, dirt and dust;
• active chemicals impact;
• frequent temperature changes;
• disregard of vehicle exterior servicing;
• thermal impact.

Diagnostics

First of all you should inspect the part. Pay attention to an external condition of this element of exterior. If you find excess fouling, remove the grille and check the  radiator core condition. You can perform cleaning of the component with the help of brush. We remind it is necessary to inspect the cooling system once in six months at service station. At the same time the radiator grille is to be diagnosed.  

Repair and replacement of radiator grille / billet grille

Repair work of this component is possible at minor damages. For example, experts can establish patching brackets, reinforce the grid or recolour a part. Replacement of the grille is usually carried out if the car wrecked.

To replace this part, do the following:

• open the bonnet;
• remove radiator boots;
• remove bolts of grille fixation;
• remove the grille together with the bumper;
• install a new grille;
• perform the actions in the reversed order.