Can You Still Drive with Coolant Warning Light On?

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You cannot drive with the coolant warning light on. When the coolant warning light illuminates, you should immediately pull over to a safe location, turn off the engine as soon as possible, and wait for the engine to cool down before opening the hood to inspect. Regardless of the reason for the coolant warning light coming on, it indicates that the engine temperature is too high. If the engine is not properly cooled for an extended period, it can cause internal damage. Coolant is an essential part of a car's engine, circulating through the engine cooling system to carry away excess heat generated during operation, allowing the engine to run at normal operating temperature. When the coolant level is insufficient, it will cause the engine water temperature to rise too high, leading to damage to engine components.