What are the symptoms of an engine blowout in a car?
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The symptoms of an engine blowout in a car include: excessive pressure causing the piston to seize, which may result in flames being ejected. The methods to handle an engine blowout are: 1. Allow the engine to cool down and turn it off, then remove the radiator cap to ensure the engine is cool; 2. Drain the coolant into a bucket; 3. Close the drain plug and fill the radiator with water; 4. Start the engine, turn on the heater control system, add cooling system cleaner, and let the engine idle for 30 minutes; 5. Turn off the engine and let it cool for 5 minutes, then drain the liquid from the radiator; 6. Close the drain plug, fill the radiator with water, and let the engine idle for 5 minutes; 7. Refill with a 50/50 mixture of water and ethylene glycol antifreeze/coolant compound.
That day I was on a long-distance drive when the engine suddenly started shaking violently, making a loud noise like drumming, and the speed dropped sharply. I quickly pulled over. As soon as I opened the hood, a burnt smell hit me, and blue smoke was coming out—classic signs of an engine seizure. Engine seizures are usually caused by overheating or insufficient oil, such as a leaking cooling system or neglected maintenance. Since then, I check the oil and radiator every month and avoid long-distance high-speed driving to prevent engine failure. If you encounter this situation, never push through; stop and turn off the engine immediately, then seek professional repair, or the cost could be much higher.
