How Long Can You Drive with a Coolant Warning?

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Coolant warning means you cannot drive. A coolant warning indicates that the radiator temperature may be too high, or the vehicle may be low on coolant. For safety reasons, the vehicle should not continue to be driven under these circumstances. Continuing to drive with a coolant warning can cause engine damage. If the engine is not cooled for an extended period, internal damage may occur. Therefore, car owners must regularly inspect the vehicle's cooling system and coolant levels. There are two scenarios for a coolant warning: 1. If the warning is due to the engine temperature being too high, the owner can pull over to the side of the road, keep the engine idling without turning it off, open the hood, and allow it to cool down. 2. If the warning is due to insufficient coolant, you can directly add coolant. If coolant is not available, you can add an appropriate amount of purified water, but do not add too much.