What Causes the Engine Hood to Become Hot After the Car is Turned Off?
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After the car is turned off, the engine hood becomes hot due to the following reasons: 1. Heat from the engine dissipates onto the hood; 2. Check if the radiator fan is functioning properly; 3. Open the radiator cap to inspect the coolant level in the radiator and reservoir, and check if the radiator is dirty or clogged with debris; 4. Insufficient coolant. The car engine hood is made of rubber foam and aluminum foil materials, which help reduce engine noise and isolate the heat generated during engine operation, effectively protecting the paint on the hood surface and preventing aging. The functions of the car engine hood include: 1. Airflow guidance; 2. Protection of the engine and surrounding pipeline components; 3. Aesthetic enhancement and aiding driver visibility.