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How Long Does It Take For An Engine To Cool Down?

I’ve had to pull over because my engine was overheating. I tried to take a look at it, but it was seriously scalding hot. How long before it's cool enough for me to touch?

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It usually takes about 30 minutes for an engine to cool down after overheating. Once it cools down, you can do a cursory examination of your coolant and oil to see if you can pinpoint the problem.
Overheating can be a sign of a variety of serious mechanical problems. Even if you can get your car running again, you should still have a mechanic look at your engine. But while there are quite a few problems that can lead to overheating, many of them can be prevented with proper maintenance.
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