Crosse Auto Repair

An overheating engine is your cars way of letting you know it is not feeling well. These are the main reasons for an overheating engine:

• The coolant level is low or leaking
• A bad thermostat–air not allowed to circulate to cool the engine
• A fan not working correctly– it spins or wobbles
• A broken or damaged water pump– prevents circulation and/or pressurization
• Collapsed radiator hoses
• Build up of contaminants– rust and road debris likely

If your vehicle overheats while driving, pull over to a safe spot and shut it off. Pop the hood and allow the engine to cool (about 45 min) IMPORTANT: do not remove the radiator cap while the engine is hot. Doing so could cause severe burns to you.

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