Your radiator is just as essential to your carÒ€ℒs operation as the engine itself. According to bookmygarage, the farthest you can drive without a fully functioning radiator is about a quarter of a mile before you risk irreparable engine damage. TherÒ€¦ an honest mechanic will usually try to repair your existing radiator before suggesting a replacement.

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