The engine temperature has moved into the "red zone": what to do in such a situation

  • Dec 13, 2020
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The engine temperature has moved into the "red zone": what to do in such a situation
The engine temperature has moved into the "red zone": what to do in such a situation

Overheating of a car engine is a phenomenon that literally every driver can face. It doesn't matter what kind of car he owns or what class it belongs to. This can happen at the most unexpected and inopportune moment. That is why you should know and remember what to do and how to be in such a situation.

You can't just pick up and stop. / Photo: vk.com.
You can't just pick up and stop. / Photo: vk.com.

Practice shows that in most cases, engine overheating occurs due to a malfunction of the fan cooling, as well as due to contamination of the radiator. Worst of all, some unit models are particularly prone to what is called "unstable overheating." The easiest way to find out about engine overheating is with a special indicator on the dashboard. In modern car models, the familiar arrow is increasingly being replaced by an indicator light.

You need to turn on the stove. / Photo: the-robot.ru.
You need to turn on the stove. / Photo: the-robot.ru.

When the engine overheats, you cannot continue driving at the usual pace. Moreover, it can be simply dangerous for the driver himself. Subsequently, you will have to turn to professionals for help, however, at the time of engine overheating, it is very important to do a few simple steps in order to minimize possible damage to the mechanisms.

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It will get very hot in the cabin. / Photo: news.yandex.ru.
It will get very hot in the cabin. / Photo: news.yandex.ru.

So, the first thing that should be done right away is to turn on the stove in the cabin to the maximum temperature and intensity of work. This will allow a considerable percentage of hot air to be dumped directly from the passenger compartment and will provide some additional cooling to the motor. It is highly recommended to open all windows, as the cabin will become unbearably hot very quickly.

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Then we turn to repair. / Photo: ms-48.ru.
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After that, you need to slow down the car, if possible, pull over to the side of the road by turning on the emergency light and continue driving at low revs. All this will significantly improve the airflow of the radiator. When the engine temperature returns to the "optimum" zone, you can turn off the engine. After that, it will remain to stand for a while and wait for the engine to cool completely.

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