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How to know if my car is overheating?
I am about to move to Arizona from Maine. I’m very excited, but am definitely going to have to learn to adjust to the heat. How do I know if my car is overheating?
Nick Kunze · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
There are many warning signs to know if your car is overheating.
A few to watch out for include:
- A temperature warning light has turned on on your dashboard.
- Coolant is leaking onto the ground.
- Steam is emitting from under the hood.
- The car is making a thumping noise.
- The engine is not working at full capacity.
If your engine is overheating, get off the road and give it a chance to cool down. Don’t try and dig around under the hood right away to diagnose the issue—you can burn yourself!
Be aware that physical heat is not the only cause of overheating. Not enough lubrication in the engine, issues with the coolant system, and other malfunctions can also cause your engine to overheat.
While an overheating engine may not be covered, there’s plenty of repairs and expenses that a good
car insurance
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