Sparks Computerized Car Care
4001 W Bethel Ave, MUNCIE, IN 47304 765.284.1149

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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: Dec 15, 2024

Air Blend Box

You push a few buttons or turn some knobs, and voila! You have air blowing on your feet or cool air chilling your face. But how does all that happen? Well, it's all thanks to ...
Published on: Jul 24, 2023

Sparks Computerized Car Care 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: Apr 27, 2023

Simple Answers from Sparks Computerized Car Care for MUNCIE: Cooling System

Question My engine never overheats.  Why should I get a cooling system service? Answer That’s a good question to ask, because if you don’t have the full answer you may end up in tr...
Published on: Nov 18, 2022

Radiator Fans

{{ image('MzU0') }} MUNCIE 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 engine...
Published on: Apr 11, 2022

Thermostat

{{ image('MzU0') }} The thermostat is part of your cooling system. MUNCIE residents' vehicle thermostats perform a similar function to the thermostats in their homes. At home, you set your ...
Published on: Dec 08, 2021

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: Sep 20, 2020

Cooling System

We’re often asked questions about the cooling system – the system that cools your engine and keeps it at the proper operating temperature.  Let’s examine the topic in two areas:...
Published on: Jun 29, 2020