What Do You Do When Your Car Overheats? | Malave's 2nd to None Auto Service

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Car Tips

Defensive Driving

Unfortunately, not everyone on the road is a good driver. Even the best drivers are at risk on the road because of other agressive drivers. Here are a few tips to keep yourself safe on the road:

Always wear your seat belts
Slow down!
Avoid distractions (radio, cell phone, makeup, food/drink, etc.)
Expect someone to run a red light
Expect someone to slam their brakes in front of you
In the winter or in wet conditions, expect the road to be slick
Above all, be present and careful

What Do You Do When Your Car Overheats?

How do you know if your car is overheating?

Needle is toward or in HOT zone on gauge
Red Temperature Light is on
Steam coming out of engine

What should you do?

STOP NOW!
DON'T OPEN RADIATOR CAP
Get professional help...have a tow truck bring you to the most reputable tech in area

What should I do if my engine has overheated?

Have a complete Cooling System Evaluation done by an ASE Certified Technician
Have all components of the cooling system -- including head gaskets -- checked for damage
ALWAYS REPLACE the thermostat
Make sure coolant is 50-50 mix

What if needle on Temp. Gauge is just a little over the normal range?

Turn off A/C
Turn on heater
Get out of stop-and-go traffic
If in traffic jam, turn engine off