Can You Keep Driving When the Car Overheats?

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When the engine temperature is too high, you must stop immediately to check the situation. Continuing to drive can easily damage the engine and may even require major repairs. To determine if the car is overheating, check these three indicators: 1. The temperature gauge. 2. The temperature warning light. 3. Whether there is steam coming out. The temperature warning light is particularly important because it is conspicuous and easy to notice—it will light up first before the engine overheats. Common causes of overheating include: 1. Low coolant level. This should be the first thing you check, and it’s often the only thing you can inspect yourself. If you’re on a highway or in a remote area without coolant, you can temporarily use water as a substitute. 2. A dirty radiator. The radiator has many small gaps formed by cooling fins, which can easily get clogged with debris, dust, or mud, reducing airflow and cooling efficiency.