Can a Car Be Driven When Overheated?

[JuneDella]

When a car is overheated, it should not be driven. The vehicle should be turned off promptly to prevent further damage, such as hose bursts or engine failure. Below are the reasons for engine overheating and the function of the car's coolant temperature sensor: Reasons for engine overheating: A lack of coolant inside the engine, caused by leaks in the cooling system, can lead to a rise in engine temperature. If the thermostat becomes stuck and fails to open the large coolant circulation loop in time, it can also trigger a high-temperature warning. Function of the car's coolant temperature sensor: It measures the temperature of the engine coolant. The electronic control unit detects the engine coolant temperature based on this change—the lower the temperature, the higher the resistance, and vice versa. The electronic control unit uses this data to measure the engine coolant temperature and adjusts fuel injection and ignition timing accordingly.