Posted on 4/26/2021
There is no scary feeling like seeing you seeing smoke emanating from your hood while on that road trip you have planned all year. Your summer drive may be interrupted or even halted if you cannot take precautions to prevent further damage to an overheating engine. Do not panic even when the temperature gauge indicated the red "H," instead take the following precautions to avoid further engine damage What to Do and Not Do When Your Car Overheats Pullover the side of the road to have your engine checked. Ensure it is a safe spot to avoiding risking the lives of other motorists Check the coolant level and add if you have it and the gauge is low Turn off the AC immediately to stop overworking the engine. Instead, turn on the defroster with the heat and fan speed at high Roll down your windows because it is about to get hotter inside your car. If you are still stuck in traffic, it is wise to try your best to increase coolant circulation by putting the car in park or neutral ... read more