If your car is overheating, it’s always a symptom of an underlying issue with the cooling system, radiator fan, or water pump. While this problem can be easily fixed, most people ignore the issue until it’s too late. An overheating car can cause the coolant hose to burst, lead to excessive oil burning, cause expensive repairs, and diminish your vehicle’s performance. If you’re stuck with an overheated car, call Conaway Motors for auto service in Lake Stevens.
What Should You Do When Your Car Overheats?
Step 1
Turn the air conditioner off and instead turn the heat to maximum. This will help reduce the load on your vehicle while you pull the car off the road. Turn off the ignition once you’re safely parked.
Step 2
Allow the vehicle to cool down. This might take 15-30 minutes. You can check the temperature gauge to confirm the car is normal again. Take this time to call so you can get your vehicle towed to the repair shop. If you can’t get anyone to come to your rescue, then wait until your engine cools down and drive yourself to the repair shop.
Step 3
Add coolant after the vehicle has cooled down to keep it that way until you reach an auto service shop. Make sure to check for leaks when adding the coolant. You can make your way to the repair shop. However, if the engine decides to heat up again, stop and repeat the steps given above.
If you have overheating issues with your vehicle and require auto service in Lake Stevens, we’re just one phone call away. Call Conaway Motors at (425) 905-2424 to get your car running like new.
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