Can You Continue Driving After the Car Overheats?

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LauraDella
07/29/25 8:56pm
You should not continue driving after the car overheats. Methods to determine if the car has overheated: 1. Check the temperature gauge; 2. The temperature warning light is on; 3. Look for steam coming out. Causes of car overheating: 1. Insufficient coolant; 2. Dirty radiator; 3. Damaged thermostat; 4. Broken water pump or ruptured hose; 5. Faulty electric fan. Solutions for car overheating: 1. Immediately turn off the engine to stop it from running; 2. Open the hood in a safe and unobstructed area to allow heat to dissipate; 3. Check for leaks in the radiator's connecting hoses; 4. Inspect if the coolant level is sufficient. Preventive measures for car overheating: 1. Owners should perform seasonal maintenance timely; 2. Regularly inspect the cooling system; 3. Do not neglect cleaning the radiator's surface; 4. Pay attention to the temperature gauge during long-distance or prolonged driving.
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