Cooling System & Overheating Repair
Radiator, water pump, thermostat and head-gasket-related overheating diagnosis and repair.
We carry out this work at our own workshop at Nairobi CBD, Kirinyaga Road, behind Eagle Towers. Diagnosis comes first, the quotation is written, and you approve it before anything is replaced.
What this service involves
- Pressure test of the cooling system and cap.
- Combustion-gas test in the coolant where a head gasket is suspected.
- Fan, viscous coupling and thermostat operation check at temperature.
- Radiator condition assessment — blocked cores are common on dusty routes.
Symptoms that bring vehicles in for this work
- Temperature climbing in traffic
- Coolant loss with no visible leak
- The heater blowing cold
- Steam or a sweet smell after a drive
Components typically involved
- Radiator
- Water pump
- Thermostat
- Cooling fans and viscous coupling
- Hoses and cap
When to have it inspected
Stop driving as soon as the gauge climbs. Most head gasket failures we see began as an ignored cooling fault.
What to expect
Testing on the day; most cooling repairs are completed within one or two days.
About the workshop
Mr Valentinus Auto Care Ltd has operated from Nairobi CBD, Kirinyaga Road, behind Eagle Towers since 2010. Every job starts with a road test and inspection, is quoted in writing with labour and parts listed separately, and is only carried out after you approve the quotation.
Parts are supplied as part of the work we carry out so that we remain accountable for both the component and the fitting.
Booking and contact
Our workshop is at Nairobi CBD, Kirinyaga Road, behind Eagle Towers, open Monday to Saturday 7:30am to 6:00pm. We are based in Nairobi; there is no second branch.
Call +254796479403 or message the same number on WhatsApp to confirm parts and a workshop slot before you travel.
Frequently asked
Is overheating always the head gasket?
No, and assuming so is expensive. We test the cooling system first and only then look at the gasket.
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