What Causes Lack of Power in a Car After High Temperatures?
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The reasons for a car's lack of power after high temperatures include: the thermostat not opening, preventing coolant from circulating in the large loop; clogged radiator or engine water jacket, disrupting normal coolant circulation; corroded water pump impeller leading to insufficient water pressure; bent or deformed radiator fins or blockages by foreign objects, reducing cooling efficiency; severe leakage and insufficient coolant; delayed engine ignition; loose water pump belt; or the electric fan not working or rotating too slowly. Here are additional details: Solution: Immediately find a safe place to pull over, but do not turn off the engine right away. Keep the engine idling to continue cooling, open the hood to enhance heat dissipation, and check if the cooling fan is operating. Turning off the engine at this point could cause damage, as components are still expanded with minimal clearance, potentially leading to soft metal detachment or even cylinder sticking.