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What to do when your engine overheats
Get to a mechanic Start your engine and drive slowly to your nearest automotive repair shop . If the engine overheats again , pull over and let it cool .
An overheating engine needs a professional repair . A mechanic can determine the cause of your problem and get you back on the road . n
Your dashboard temperature light is on , and there ’ s steam coming from under the hood — sure signs that your engine is overheating . When that happens , you need to act quickly to prevent permanent damage to your vehicle . Here ’ s what to do when your engine overheats .
Turn off the AC and turn up the heat
If your air conditioner is working , turn it off . The AC puts a lot of stress on the engine . Then turn the car ’ s heater on full blast . The heater will cool the engine by sucking hot air from the motor and blowing it into the cabin . You may sweat a bit , but it could save your car .
Pull over and stop the engine
Find a safe place to pull over and turn your hazard lights on . Stop the engine and wait at least 15 minutes until lifting the hood . Watch the dashboard temperature gauge to determine when the engine has cooled to normal levels .
Add coolant If you have spare coolant in your vehicle , top up the reservoir . Adding water will do the trick in an emergency , but you ’ ll have to drive slowly to avoid overheating again .
ROB BERT HU UTSON
DONNIE JARVIS – Service Manager djarvis @ roberthutson . com 2316 1st Ave . SE , Moultrie , GA 31788 • 229-454-6066 CELL • 229-985-5937 www . roberthutson . com
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