Can the car still be driven if the water temperature rises while driving?

[AsherMarie]

Continuing to drive when the water temperature rises can easily damage the engine, and in severe cases, major repairs may be required. The reasons for the increase in water temperature are as follows: 1. Insufficient coolant: Coolant leakage or insufficient coolant can cause the engine water temperature to rise. 2. Cooling fan failure: When the vehicle is running at high speed, the heat generated cannot be transferred to the antifreeze in time, affecting heat dissipation, which then leads to an increase in the temperature of the antifreeze, causing boiling and other issues. 3. Circulation water pump failure: Pump failures include bearing seizure and impeller damage. Bearing seizure is relatively rare, while impeller damage commonly involves impeller cracking or the impeller loosening from the pump shaft, leading to slower coolant circulation and easily causing engine overheating. 4. Thermostat failure: The thermostat automatically adjusts the amount of water entering the radiator based on the coolant temperature, changing the water circulation range to regulate the cooling system's heat dissipation capacity, ensuring the engine operates within the appropriate temperature range. If the thermostat fails, the car's cooling system may not perform a large circulation, leading to an increase in water temperature. 5. Poor radiator heat dissipation: Using water as a medium for a long time can cause rust in the engine and radiator, leading to poor radiator heat dissipation and high water temperature.