What does the cooling system do? What happens if an engine runs too cool or too hot?

What are the Types of Cooling Systems?

Thermal Dynamics
A camp fire explains it all!

Convection

Radiation

Conduction

Heat Transfer Continued

Only 1/3 of heat produced in an engine is actually used. Where does the remainder go? What are some very good and good heat conductors? How much energy do you radiate? What is ambient air temperature? Thermal Dynamics in relation to materials surface condition. Thermal Dynamics in relation to color.

Liquid Cooling Systems

What do coolants do for an engine?
Freezing Point? Boiling Point?

Anti-Freeze or Anti-Boil? What makes-up a coolant?

How it Works:

Liquid Cooled Systems - A pressurized closed circulation system

Parts of a Liquid Cooling System

Radiator & Pressure Cap Fan & Belt Coolant Pump Water Jackets Thermostat Hoses Coolant

Radiator & Pressure Cap

Radiators:
Types: (2) Testing & Repair: (2) How does the radiator work?

Pressure Cap:
Functions: (2) How a pressure cap works:

Fan & Belts

What function does the fan serve?
Types of fans?

What can the fan belt do for the engines cooling system?

Coolant Pump
Definition: The water pump is the heart of the cooling system. Sealed lubrication for the pump bearings, why?

Water Jackets
Passageways through which water circulates through the block.

Thermostat
Purpose of a thermostat? Importance of a thermostat? How does a thermostat work? Practical thermostat information:

Testing a Thermostat

Minor System Parts

Hoses:
Purpose of Hoses: Inspecting hoses, what do you look for? Installation of hoses?

Filters:
Jobs a filter can perform:

Coolant
Four Properties of Coolant: (4) Mixing antifreeze and water:
Water Type? Mixture Percentage

Antifreeze Specifics:
Selection Temperature Testing Flushing

Air Cooled Engines

How do they work? Parts:
Fins Shroud Fan Pre-Cleaner

Maintenance:

General Cooling System Tips