Brian's Automotive-Pataskala
12981 NATIONAL RD SW ETNA, OH 43062 | (740) 919-4386

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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: Jun 14, 2026

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: Apr 26, 2026

Cooling System Service At Brian's Automotive-Pataskala

{{ image('MzA1') }} Last week I was out running errands in ETNA and my temperature warning light came on – total panic! I pulled over and my car was overheating.After it cooled down, ...
Published on: Apr 06, 2026

Cooling System Service At Brian's Automotive-Pataskala

{{ 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: Nov 09, 2025

Thermostat

{{ image('MzU0') }} The thermostat is part of your cooling system. ETNA residents' vehicle thermostats perform a similar function to the thermostats in their homes. At home, you set your th...
Published on: Jul 13, 2025

Radiator Fans

If you’re old enough, you’ve heard the term “fan belt." Back in the day, the radiator fan in your vehicle was turned by a belt driven by the engine. There are still belt driven fans,...
Published on: Mar 16, 2025

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: Mar 09, 2025

Brian's Automotive-Pataskala Tech Question On Your Cooling System

Question I was driving down the freeway and smoke started coming out of my car.  I pulled over and called my husband.  I had to be towed to my mechanic.  He said my car had overheated....
Published on: Feb 23, 2025