Coolant Transfusion
Coolant doesn't last forever — the corrosion inhibitors and other chemical protections inside it gradually deplete with heat cycles and time, leaving your cooling system vulnerable to rust and scale buildup. Conrad's Tire Express & Total Car Care's ASE-Certified Technicians perform complete coolant transfusions that flush degraded fluid from throughout the system, not just what drains from the radiator. Scheduling online is quick.
Since 1969, Conrad's has kept cooling systems protected across Ohio, Michigan, and Pennsylvania, with 50+ locations making this preventive service easy to stay on top of.
What a Coolant Transfusion Involves
A coolant transfusion goes beyond a simple radiator drain, using flush equipment to clear out old, degraded coolant from passages throughout the engine block, cylinder head, heater core, and hoses — areas a basic drain simply doesn't reach. The system is then refilled with fresh coolant mixed to the correct concentration for proper freeze and boil-over protection.
Modern vehicles use different coolant chemistries — OAT, HOAT, and traditional formulations among them — and using the correct type for your specific vehicle matters considerably. Mixing incompatible coolant types can actually accelerate corrosion rather than prevent it.
Our Coolant Services
Complete System Flush
Using flush equipment, we clear degraded coolant from passages throughout the entire system rather than just what drains from the radiator on its own.
Correct Coolant Refill
We refill with the manufacturer-specified coolant type at the proper concentration and verify protection levels using a refractometer or test strips.
Pressure Test & Leak Check
After the transfusion, we pressure test the system to confirm there are no leaks that the coolant level alone might have been masking.
Why This Service Matters
- Degraded coolant loses its corrosion inhibitors, allowing rust and scale to build up inside the cooling system.
- A simple drain leaves a meaningful percentage of old, degraded coolant behind in the engine and heater core.
- Acidic, depleted coolant can attack aluminum components over time, including the radiator and water pump.
- Properly maintained coolant protects against both overheating in summer and freeze damage in winter.
- Fresh coolant with active inhibitors also helps lubricate the water pump's internal seal.
What to Expect at Your Conrad’s Visit
At Conrad's, a coolant transfusion starts with confirming the correct coolant specification for your vehicle. Our ASE-Certified Technicians use proper flush equipment to clear the system thoroughly, refill with fresh coolant, and pressure test for leaks before returning your vehicle. A Digital Vehicle Inspection is part of every visit. With 50+ locations across Ohio, Michigan, and Pennsylvania, financing available, and clear warranty information, protecting your cooling system is a transparent process.
Schedule Your Service Today
Give your cooling system the fresh start it needs. Schedule a coolant transfusion online at any of Conrad's 50+ locations across Ohio, Michigan, and Pennsylvania, and let our ASE-Certified Technicians, serving drivers since 1969, protect your engine against corrosion and overheating.
Most manufacturers recommend somewhere between 30,000 and 60,000 miles or every two to five years, depending on the specific coolant type used.
