The coolant bleeder screw is a mechanism that is utilized to produce a temporary opening in a closed hydraulic system which makes the removal of air easier.
Bleeder screw importanceThe bleeder screw is significant to the engine cooling systems, as they can substitute the bolt since they are also threaded into a hole. In other designs, the screw is positioned in the hose which takes you to the peak of the cooling system. Nowadays blood screws are rarely seen on vehicles and are only required when the configuration of an engine cooling system results in areas where air can be confined in the system.
Common issues with a faulty bleeder screwA faulty bleeder screw can lead to coolant leaking, overheating of the engine, or improper engine idle.