When your car’s engine is too hot, that can lead to big problems fast. In fact, heat is such a problem for your car’s engine that car manufacturers build in a couple of different solutions to helping the engine avoid overheating. Max Mile Car Care Center wants you to know some of the reasons your car might be overheating and what you can do about it.
Coolant Is Low
Your car’s coolant is what flows through the cooling system helping the car’s engine to cool itself. Coolant does burn off over time, so it needs to be replenished periodically. It’s also really easy to check on your own because the coolant reservoir is typically really easy to see and it’s semi-opaque so that you can spot when the levels are low. Make it a habit to top up your coolant every couple of months for best results.
Problems in the Cooling System
Another reason your car might be low on coolant can be if there’s a problem in the cooling system itself. If there’s a blockage or a leak somewhere, that means that you’re losing that valuable coolant and it can’t do its job. Some of the prime spots for leaks can include the radiator or any of the many hoses that carry coolant throughout the cooling system. Watch for leaks under the car and get leaks inspected as soon as you spot them.
Thermostat Issues
Most car owners overlook the thermostat because it’s a small part that typically just does its job. Until it doesn’t, that is. When the thermostat fails, that means your car isn’t able to control coolant flow. That quickly leads to overheating. The really good news about this issue is that it’s a fast and inexpensive fix.
Skipped Oil Changes
You might be wondering what an oil change has to do with keeping your car’s engine cool. A lot more than you might think. Your car’s engine oil keeps engine parts clean and lubricated, but it has a third job of helping the engine to stay cooler. But when engine oil is old and starts to break down, it can’t hold up its end of the bargain. That’s when you might start to notice engine overheating issues.
Problems with engine overheating don’t go away on their own. Contact us today at Max Mile Car Care Center in Hallam, PA. We’ll diagnose the issue and let you know exactly what repairs will keep your car’s engine running perfectly.
