What Causes a Car's High Temperature Warning?
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Car high temperature warnings are caused by: 1. Fan failure; 2. Thermostat or water pump malfunction. The coolant temperature warning light should not be ignored. If you cannot resolve the issue yourself, pull over safely, open the hood to assist with cooling, and then call for assistance. Do not attempt to restart the vehicle. If the engine is genuinely overheating, continued driving can lead to overheating and damage to the cylinder block and cylinder head, commonly resulting in damage to the cylinder head gasket, valves, and valve seats. It can also cause loss of air conditioning cooling function, engine power loss and body vibration. In severe cases, continued driving can lead to complete engine shutdown, damage, and even fire hazards.