What are the causes of high water temperature?
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The causes of high water temperature are: 1. The surface of the radiator is too dirty; 2. Insufficient coolant or not replaced for a long time; 3. Damaged thermostat; 4. Blocked water passages in the engine; 5. Faulty cooling fan; 6. Faulty water circulation pump. The hazards of excessively high water temperature are: 1. Accelerated wear; 2. Piston ring scuffing; 3. Radiator bursting; 4. Deformation and damage to the cylinder head and cylinder block. Methods to handle high water temperature: 1. Stop the vehicle immediately and let it cool down naturally; 2. Add a small amount of distilled water; 3. Check if the cooling fan and thermostat are damaged, and replace them promptly if necessary.