Kia Coolant Service in Highland Park, IL
For those that are cruising through the streets of Highland Park in a Kia vehicle, we at McGrath Kia of Highland Park have decided to take the time to explain what a coolant flush is, and why you might need to get one soon. Keep reading for all the details, and be sure to contact us at your earliest convenience!
Coolant
We’ll start by explaining what coolant is. This liquid is designed to keep your powertrain from getting too hot. It does this by circulating through the system and absorbing any excess heat that may have been produced as you make your way down Park Avenue West. This fluid also works to help prevent your set of wheels from becoming too cold, which is why it is sometimes also referred to as antifreeze. It can come in a myriad of colors, but it’s important to know that this has no real effect on the quality of the coolant. You’ll likely need to get a coolant flush done on your auto at least once every 30,000 miles. This can vary depending on your vehicle’s make and model, so be sure to consult your Owner’s Manual for a more accurate estimate.
Coolant Flush
When it comes time for you to get a coolant flush done, we want you to be fully informed on what you can expect from us when you visit our Service Department. Our skilled and qualified technicians will start by inspecting your heating and cooling components to ensure that there aren’t any failures on that front. Next, they’ll take a look at your coolant levels to ensure that they aren’t lower than they should be. Finally, they'll swap out the fluid, in addition to removing any dirt, sludge, or buildup that may have been accumulated in your cooling system during your daily commutes down Half Day Road.
Warning Signs
We’ll bring this guide to a close by discussing some of the warning signs you can keep an eye out for while you're out and about. If you detect a sweet aroma emanating from your vehicle, this is likely a sign that your coolant has begun to leak. Are there red and oily stains underneath your vehicle? If so, then this is another strong indicator that your antifreeze is leaking. Moreover, if you notice that your vehicle temperatures are consistently outside of the norm, then it’s likely time for you to come down to our location so we can help. Don't hesitate to visit us during our open hours!
How Often Should You Get A Coolant Flush?
- You should get a coolant flush done once every 30,000 miles.
Service Hours
847-545-0298
| Monday | 7:30 am - 6:00 pm |
| Tuesday | 7:30 am - 6:00 pm |
| Wednesday | 7:30 am - 6:00 pm |
| Thursday | 7:30 am - 6:00 pm |
| Friday | 7:30 am - 6:00 pm |
| Saturday | 8:00 am - 4:00 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Dealership Information
Testimonials
“ I already left a five star review from another account, but I wanted to come back and say this just for JACKIE PIERCE. She is just amazing! From my first call she handled everything with such calm and care. Nothing felt stressful. What others couldn’t get done, she took care of right away. She’s an expert and knows her way around the dealership. I left feeling relieved and very grateful. KIA is lucky to have her. If you get the chance to work with Jackie, you’ll be glad you did. ”
“ Absolutely everyone I encountered there was so kind and attentive. They made it so easy to drop off my car, get a great loaner and keep in touch. I’m truly not going anywhere else from here on out! Thanks Jackie and Scott!! ”
“ We had an outstanding experience at McGrath Kia of Highland Park, and I can’t say enough good things about Greg and Jarek. From the moment we walked in, they treated us with genuine respect, kindness, and professionalism. There was absolutely no pressure—just honest communication. Greg and Jarek (Jerry) had a truly top-notch demeanor. We were treated extremely well and felt confident in our decision. I would absolutely recommend anyone looking for a car to work with them—you won’t be disappointed! Thank you both—I’m going to greatly enjoy my new car! 🚗✨ ”
Wayne is the guy!
“ Wayne is the guy! Super laid back and on top of his game. No games, no garbage, just a straight shooter who will tell you how he sees it. ”
“ Nicholas was an excellent salesperson at Kia—friendly, professional, and genuinely helpful throughout the entire process. He took the time to answer all my questions, made everything easy and stress-free, Highly recommend working with Nicholas if you’re looking for a great car-buying experience! ”
“ I took my car in for some recalls and they took care of everything in just a few hours. I was dropped back home instead of waiting on site and when the car was ready they offered to pick me up. Great service all around. ”
“ Highly recommend Kia McGrath in highland park. Great service. Great staff. Go get your car serviced with them. And if you don’t have a car, go buy one from them! I’m Always in and out when I need an oil change! Thank you Jackie at service!! ”
“ Nicholas at McGrath Kia of Highland Park was extremely helpful throughout our process. He was responsive, patient, and answered every question we had. I'd definitely recommend working with him! ”
“ My car was transferred to this dealership from another Mcgrath location. The customer service and follow up from the service team at this dealership has been amazing to say the least. Breana, Joe, Tristan, And Jackie have kept me in the loop every step of the way and return my calls the same day or at least within 24 hours. They are honest and transparent it's refreshing to have this type of quality service. Thank you. ”
“ Mike Delaney was awesome!!! After owning a telluride for 6 years, he taught me 100 new things about my car that I never knew. Patients, friendly and knowledgeable. Thank you so much Mike. ”
“ Thanks Mike Delaney for my new Sorento. ”
“ Jackie Piece is the best...she was very knowledgeable and prompt at solving my issues and concerns. I recommend her great customer service and recommend the Highland Park dealership to anyone who wants the best customer experience. All employees at this dealership are fantastic hard workers. Under new dealership this Highland Park Kia tops any other dealership I've experienced. They are kind and considerate. I've read previous reviews from retrospective reviews about racism and I rebut those comments because I am an African American man and my experience with this dealership was exceptional well and fairly treated. This is the dealership that works with you and guaranteed satisfaction is the end result. ”
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“ Jackie Pierce and Jose are the best and were very knowledgeable and helpful about my concerns. I highly recommend their customer service and I give them a million star rating because of their prompt service and how quickly they were both able to solve my issues and concerns. ”
“ My car needed to be towed in for electrical issues - no car available. I spoke to Jackie, she got me a car within 30 minutes and has gone way out of her way to help me. I have been working with Orest Sosnivka in sales. He too has been extremely helpful, respectful and knowledgeable. ”
“ Pejman was a very kind and helpful salesman! He broke down all the pricing and options for us so that we could get a reliable family vehicle. I really appreciate him making the process seamless and efficient. He even reached out the morning after our purchase, congratulating us offering to go over any features in the vehicle if we needed assistance. Wonderful customer service! Also, I had also called multiple Kia dealerships and no one was real knowledgeable on working with military members who are trying to register their vehicle in their home state. I spoke with Jackie at McGrath who is a former marine and was able to get the process started before we even got to the dealership. These guys got it done and helped us through the process, so would definitely recommend them over us Kia dealerships for military members. Lastly, I did not catch his name, but another salesman took some time to play with and color with my 3 year old. Going above and out of the way to make us feel comfortable. I can't express how much I appreciate that as a mom and it was the extra step that made us want to buy the vehicle from this dealership. Thank you to everyone at McGrath Kia for the wonderful purchasing experience! We love our new Telluride! ”
“ Thank you Isabella for your patience and professionalism you were the best! I had a great experience ❤️ ”
“ Worked with Wayne and Neil! Very good salesman made sure I walked out with what I wanted plus more! Very good and professional people! ”
“ We weee helped by Wayne and he was extremely kind and knowledgeable made our car buying experience seamless ”
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“ (Translated by Google) undefined (Original) McGrath Kia of Highland Park has been phenomenal to work with. Excellent customer service. I came in initially for service on my Kia Sportage. The best customer service I’ve had with a car dealership. Bri really took care of us and gave us a wonderful rental to use. After our car was serviced, we came to look at a new 2025 Kia Sportage. Mike and Isabelle were phenomenal to work with. We came in with a number in mind and they gave us a great deal. No long wait. Extremely kind. Great customer service overall. ”
“ (Translated by Google) undefined (Original) Thank you Mike and Tracy for helping with my new telluride! Great customer service from start to finish ”
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“ Great experience purchasing new Kia Sportage with Nicolas! ”
“ (Translated by Google) undefined (Original) Thank you Mike Delaney for helping us with our new car! Super fast and easy process! 10/10 customer service ”
“ (Translated by Google) undefined (Original) Great service, great people, great car. Special thanks to Pejman Movafaghi for his professionalism and help during my search. ”
“ Top-notch customer experience at McGrath Kia - Highland Park! Thank you to Tracey who answered our internet inquiry and found the right vehicle for our family. And a huge shout out to Mike D who assisted - start to finish - with the purchase of our new Kia! Thank you - 5 stars! ”
“ Michael Delaney made our Kia purchase and process so easy and painless! What a great experience! Would highly recommend this dealer and salesperson! Their entire team was super helpful and very coordinated communication. ”
“ Thank you to mike delaney for our purchase for my new nissan rogue ”
“ Thank you Mike Delaney for helping me purchase my new Kia Sportage! Can’t wait to drive it. ”
“ Kat Louvar went above and beyond to ensure my experience, from beginning to end, was a positive one. Thanks again Kat! ”
“ Thanks mike Delaney for helping us with our new ride! If you need a car come see mike and McGrath Kia highland park!! 10/10 customer service!!! ”
“ nicolas was so helpful and made us feel at ease throughout the purchase process! ”
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“ Wayne, Mike and Vesko were all extremely helpful, thorough and kind. Very happy with my 2026 Sportage. ”