Bove's Auto & Truck
1118 Ferguson St, Rockford, IL 61102 815.962.0412

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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: Jul 28, 2024

Bove's Auto & Truck Tech Question On Your Cooling System

{{ image('MzM3') }} Bove's Auto & Truck Tech Question:I was driving down the freeway in Rockford and smoke started coming out of my car. I pulled over and called my husband. I had to be towed to my R...
Published on: Aug 10, 2023

Air Blend Box

Rockford drivers push a few buttons or turn some knobs, and voila! They have air blowing on their feet or cool air chilling their face. But how does all that happen? Well, it's all thanks to the ...
Published on: May 03, 2023

Simple Answers from Bove's Auto & Truck for Rockford: Cooling System

{{ image('MzUx') }} Question:My engine never overheats. Why should I get a cooling system service in Rockford?Bove's Auto & Truck Answer:That's a really good question for Rockford drivers to ask, bec...
Published on: Oct 21, 2022

Cooling System Repairs

We all know how important the cooling system is. Coolant/antifreeze circulates around the engine, absorbs heat, and then dissipates it in the radiator.  Cooling system failure can cause extensive...
Published on: Sep 29, 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: Jul 09, 2022

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: Mar 16, 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: Dec 30, 2021