Can You Pour Water on an Overheated Engine?

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It is not advisable to pour water on an overheated engine to cool it down. Both the engine block and exhaust pipes become extremely hot, and using water for cooling can have severe consequences. At best, it may shorten the engine's lifespan, reduce the rigidity of the engine block, increase brittleness, and lead to a decline in power output. At worst, it can cause engine seizure, requiring major repairs. Below is some relevant information about engines: 1. Introduction: An engine (Engine) is a machine capable of converting other forms of energy into mechanical energy. Engines can refer to both power-generating devices and the entire machinery that includes the power unit (e.g., gasoline engines, aircraft engines). The engine was first invented in the UK, so the concept of an engine originates from English, with its original meaning referring to "a mechanical device that generates power." 2. Classification: Engines include internal combustion engines, external combustion engines (such as Stirling engines, steam engines, etc.), jet engines, electric motors, etc. For example, internal combustion engines typically convert chemical energy into mechanical energy.