Q I found out my ’88 Subaru needs a new radiator because it is spewing a little water, causing my motor to overheat about every seven miles. I asked my son if it could safely be put off for a while.

Engine temperature looks simple on the dashboard, yet the system behind that gauge does complex work every second. A healthy ...

I wouldn't have thought that the independent suspension would be the cause, but whatever the cause is I wouldn't expect the radiator to crack to early. I would be pressing Nissan for a replacement.

Some 2008 Focus models built up to Oct. 31, 2007, may develop a small leak at the upper radiator hose. According to Ford Motor Co., one likely cause of the leakage is small cracks in the plastic hose ...