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Too hot to handle : dealing with an overheating engine
Experiencing an overheating engine is a nerve-wracking situation for any driver . However , staying calm and taking the proper steps can help prevent severe damage to your vehicle . Here ’ s what to do if your engine starts to overheat :
1 . Cut the AC . If you notice your engine overheating , don ’ t panic . Turn off the air conditioning to reduce stress on the engine . Then , turn on the heat . This may seem counterintuitive , but the heater draws hot air away from the engine .
2 . Pull over safely and stop the engine . As soon as you can , safely pull over to the side of the road or into a parking lot . Turn off the engine immediately .
3 . Pop the hood . First , give your engine about 15 minutes to cool down . Then , pop the hood to help dissipate the heat . If you open the hood immediately , you could get burned by hot steam or smoke .
4 . Check the coolant level . Check the coolant level and add some if necessary . However , you should never remove the radiator cap while the engine is hot , as it can cause severe burns .
5 . Wait before restarting . If you can ’ t get towed , allow the engine to cool down for at least 30 minutes before restarting the car . Immediately make your way to the nearest auto repair shop .
Regular maintenance and inspections by a certified auto technician can help prevent overheating issues in the future . n
First , give your engine about 15 minutes to cool down . Then , pop the hood to help dissipate the heat .
ROBERT HUTSON
DONNIE JARVIS – Service Manager djarvis @ roberthutson . com 2316 1st Ave . SE Moultrie , GA 31788 • 229-985-5937 • 229-454-6066 CELL www . roberthutson . com
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