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5 Easy steps to keep your engine from overheating
By Product Expert | Posted in How to, Tips, Vehicle Maintenance on Tuesday, October 20th, 2015 at 2:12 pm
How to stop your engine from overheating
There are many things that can go wrong with your car but one specific thing can be very expensive to fix if you don’t handle the situation the correct way. IF your vehicle’s cooling system is not working properly while driving on the road, the amount of heat your engine gives off can cause some major damage and cost you thousands of dollars in repair costs. If you ever notice that your car is starting to overheat while you’re on the road, the following tips will help you learn how to stop your engine from overheating.
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5 Steps to Keep Your Engine From Overheating
Pull over as soon as possible when your vehicle’s engine temperature starts to reach the “H” on your dashboard. When you pull over, be sure to pull over to the side of the road away from traffic and turn off you car to allow it to cool down. If you are ever driving and notice steam coming up from underneath your hood, pull over immediately. - Open your vehicle’s hood and allow the heat from underneath to escape to help cool your engine down quicker. Be careful and use something to open the hood that will keep you from burning your hands while doing so.
- Do not open your radiator cap until your engine cools down. A lot of pressure can be hiding underneath that cap and if you open it too soon, serious burns can occur. Wait until the you know the engine has totally cooled down before attempting to remove the radiator cap.
- Check your engine coolant tank. After you’ve pulled safely over to the side of road, opened your vehicle’s hood and let your engine cool down, check your vehicle’s engine coolant tank to see how much is left. If it’s low, fill it to the line that indicates the proper level and amount of coolant your vehicle needs.
- Determine if you can safely drive your car without causing serious damage to your engine. If you are unsure, contact a towing service and have your car towed to the nearest vehicle maintenance department.
We hope these tips have taught you how to stop your engine from overheating while on the road. If you ever find yourself driving and your engine starts to overheat, follow these steps to help prevent your engine from needing some serious repairs. Visit Billion Auto Group the next time you need automotive service and repairs in Bozeman, MT.
