Is it normal for the engine to get very hot after driving a few kilometers?

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Chiron
07/30/25 5:53am
It is normal for the engine to become very hot after driving a few kilometers. Here are the relevant details: Explanation: It is normal for the engine to get very hot after driving for a short while. Internal combustion engines generate power through fuel combustion, with instantaneous combustion temperatures reaching over 3000 degrees Celsius, and the engine surface can exceed 200 degrees Celsius. If you suspect any abnormalities, you can refer to the coolant temperature gauge to determine if the engine is overheating. Engine: When the engine coolant temperature is high, you should pull over as soon as possible and keep the engine idling. Do not turn off the engine immediately. Turn the car's heater to the maximum setting, and if there is no boiling over, you can open the hood to help dissipate heat. Wait until the coolant temperature returns to normal before turning off the engine.
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