Collection: Cooling System Testing Equipment for Automotive Workshops

The appropriate testing device depends on the work to be carried out on the cooling system. Cooling system testers or cooling system vacuum testers are suitable for standard pressure and leak testing. If the cooling system is to be evacuated after a repair and refilled as bubble-free as possible, a vacuum filling device is recommended.

In addition, special devices for coolant testing, as well as vehicle-specific test cases and adapters, are available. The deciding factors are the vehicle type, cooling system, and the desired testing or service task.

The right cooling system adapter depends on the vehicle manufacturer, model, year of manufacture, and the design of the coolant reservoir or radiator connection. Autotestgeräte Leitenberger offers numerous vehicle-specific and universal cooling system adapters.

In the respective product description, you will find the assigned vehicles and models. Many adapters can be connected directly to the appropriate Leitenberger cooling system testers via a quick coupling.

During the pressure test, the cooling system is pressurized to a specified level. This makes it possible to detect pressure losses and leaks in the cooling system and to locate leak points specifically.

In contrast, during vacuum filling, a vacuum is first created in the cooling system. If the vacuum remains stable, prepared coolant can then be drawn into the system by the existing vacuum. This allows the cooling system to be filled quickly and largely free of air.

Yes, various cooling system testers and adapters from Autotestgeräte Leitenberger are also suitable for electric and hybrid vehicles. Some modern vehicles have several separate cooling circuits, for example for the high-voltage battery, power electronics, or electric drive components.

Therefore, the vehicle manufacturer's specifications and the suitability of the respective tester and adapter for the cooling system in question must always be observed. Special cooling system adapters are available for numerous current electric and hybrid vehicles.

Many cooling system adapters, spare parts and accessory components can be ordered individually. This makes it possible to expand existing Leitenberger cooling system test equipment for additional vehicles or to replace individual components as needed.

The product descriptions indicate which adapters or spare parts are compatible with a particular piece of test equipment. The part number of the existing device, as well as the vehicle manufacturer, model and year of manufacture, are particularly helpful when making a selection.

Depending on the application, different properties of the coolant can be tested. A refractometer, for example, can be used to determine the antifreeze level or the concentration of suitable coolants.

For special coolants in high-voltage and fuel cell systems, electrical conductivity may also be an important test parameter. Special conductivity meters are available for this purpose. For more detailed analysis, coolant samples can also be taken and examined separately.

The required test depends on the coolant used and the vehicle manufacturer's specifications.

A single cooling system tester is particularly suitable if suitable adapters are already available or if only specific vehicle types are to be tested. If the workshop requires broader vehicle coverage, a complete test kit is often the more practical solution.

Leitenberger test kits combine a cooling system tester with several vehicle-specific or universal adapters in one set. This means that the appropriate connection option is immediately available for different vehicles. Which version makes the most sense therefore depends primarily on the existing stock of adapters and the workshop's vehicle portfolio.