Can the car still be driven when it overheats?

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OIsabela
07/29/25 9:14pm
When the car overheats, it should not be driven. The vehicle should be turned off immediately to prevent further damage and avoid issues such as hose bursts or engine damage. If the temperature gauge lights up, it indicates that the engine coolant temperature is too high, warning the owner of potential engine damage. In this case, the vehicle should be pulled over as soon as possible, and the engine should be shut off. Do not attempt to restart the vehicle. Causes of engine overheating: 1. Insufficient coolant in the engine: Leaks in the engine cooling system can lead to a lack of coolant, causing the engine temperature to rise. 2. Thermostat failure: If the thermostat becomes stuck and fails to open the main cooling circuit in time, it can trigger the temperature warning. 3. Water pump damage or belt breakage: The water pump is responsible for circulating coolant into the radiator. If the water pump fails or the belt driving it breaks, coolant cannot flow into the radiator for cooling, resulting in excessively high engine temperature.
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