Lighthouse Automotive Inc
60 Mosley Lane, Wanchese, NC 27981 253.473.2678

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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 ...
Published on: May 26, 2024

Lighthouse Automotive Inc 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: Dec 26, 2023

Lighthouse Automotive Inc Tech Question on Your Head Gasket

Question My name is Landon.  A 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: Oct 13, 2023

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: May 29, 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: Mar 26, 2023

Simple Answers from Lighthouse Automotive Inc for Wanchese: Cooling System

{{ image('MzUx') }} Question:My engine never overheats. Why should I get a cooling system service in Wanchese?Lighthouse Automotive Inc Answer:That's a really good question for Wanchese drivers to as...
Published on: Mar 11, 2023

Lighthouse Automotive Inc Tech Question On Your Cooling System

{{ image('MzM3') }} Lighthouse Automotive Inc Tech Question:I was driving down the freeway in Wanchese and smoke started coming out of my car. I pulled over and called my husband. I had to be towed t...
Published on: Dec 25, 2022

Cooling System Service At Lighthouse Automotive Inc

{{ 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: Jul 04, 2022