1010 W Commonwealth Ave, Fullerton, CA 92833 Tue–Fri 9:00 AM–6:00 PM · Mon & Sat by appointment · Sun closed ASE Certified Master Technician · Family Owned
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Cooling System & Overheating · Fullerton, CA

Cooling System & Overheating Repair in Fullerton

Radiators, water pumps, thermostats and hoses — stop overheating before it costs an engine.

Quick answer

If your temperature gauge climbs, you smell coolant or see steam, pull over and shut the engine off. Overheating is usually caused by a leak, a failed thermostat, water pump, radiator or fan. Cedillo's in Fullerton pressure-tests the system to find the cause.

Driving an overheating engine can warp heads and ruin gaskets. We pressure-test the cooling system, check the fan, thermostat and water pump, and fix the actual cause.

Classic cooling systems get extra care — original-style radiators and upgrades that keep a vintage V8 cool in Southern California traffic.

What's included

  • Overheating diagnosis
  • Radiators & hoses
  • Water pumps & thermostats
  • Cooling fans
  • Classic cooling upgrades
Classic truck raised on a blue four-post lift above a vintage car at Cedillo's in Fullerton
A classic truck up on the four-post lift.
Rafael Cedillo, owner of Cedillo's Classic & Auto Repair, standing at the front counter in Fullerton
Rafael Cedillo, owner.

How it works

No guesswork. No surprises.

  1. 1

    Tell us what's happening

    Call (714) 681-0101 or send a request. Noises, lights, when it happens — every detail helps.

  2. 2

    We diagnose & explain

    Rafael confirms the cause and walks you through what he found, with a clear price.

  3. 3

    You approve, we repair

    Nothing gets done without your OK — and the price you approved is the price you pay.

Common questions

Cooling System & Overheating FAQ

What should I do if my car overheats?

Pull over safely, turn the engine off and let it cool. Do not open a hot radiator cap. Call us and we will help you decide the safest way to get it here.

Is a small coolant leak a big deal?

It can become one fast. Small leaks grow, and running low on coolant risks overheating damage.

Red classic Ford Mustang raised on a two-post lift for suspension and brake work at Cedillo's in Fullerton

Need cooling system & overheating in Fullerton?

Call Rafael at (714) 681-0101 or send a quick request — daily drivers and classics welcome.

1010 W Commonwealth Ave, Fullerton, CA 92833  ·  Tue–Fri 9:00 AM–6:00 PM · Mon & Sat by appointment · Sun closed