AutoTranz Transmissions and Auto Repair
9990 W State St. Ste 110 Boise ID 83714 | 208.853.1200

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AutoTranz Transmissions and Auto Repair Tech Question On Your Head Gasket

Question My name is Landon.  I bought a new minivan and it started smoking out the tail pipe.  They said my head gasket went out.  What can I do to prevent this from happening again? ...
Published on: Nov 10, 2024

Extend The Life Of Your Cooling System In Boise

{{ image('MzEx') }} Our vehicles operate in a wide range of outside Boise temperatures. That's why use testing grounds from the frozen tundra to the blistering desert. Your vehicle engine antifreeze/...
Published on: Sep 15, 2024

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 24, 2023

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: May 07, 2023

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: Nov 12, 2022

Cooling System Service At AutoTranz Transmissions and Auto Repair

{{ 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 19, 2022

Cooling System Service At AutoTranz Transmissions and Auto Repair

{{ image('MzA1') }} Last week I was out running errands in Boise and my temperature warning light came on – total panic! I pulled over and my car was overheating.After it cooled down,...
Published on: Sep 27, 2022

Thermostat

The thermostat is part of your cooling system. Boise residents' vehicle thermostats perform a similar function to the thermostats in their homes. At home, you set your thermostat to maintain a comfort...
Published on: Jul 22, 2022