Does driving with low fuel damage the car?
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Driving with low fuel can be very harmful to the car. The related hazards are as follows: 1. Prone to shaking and stalling: When the fuel level reaches the warning line, even if there are no issues with the fuel itself, the vehicle may experience shaking, jerking, or stalling due to the fuel pump's inability to supply fuel promptly, caused by road bumps, turns, and other driving conditions. 2. Fuel pump overheating: Due to the design of certain vehicle models, the fuel pump relies on fuel for cooling. If the fuel level is at the minimum mark, the fuel pump may be 'exposed' above the fuel surface, leading to inadequate cooling, accelerated internal wear, overheating, short circuits, or even burning out. 3. Increased risk of clogged fuel lines due to debris at the bottom of the tank: With the fuel nearly depleted, the drop in fuel supply pressure and changes in flow rate can not only cause abnormal engine operation but also damage individual components, such as the fuel injectors, due to excessive heat and abnormal operation.