Posted on 10/31/2022
A puff of white smoke from your car's bonnet may be distressing and harmful to your vehicle's health. Most modern cars come with a well-structured cooling system that is computer controlled with multiple heat sensors and fans to keep them cool. Still, overheating can happen despite this sophisticated setup. What happens when the engine overheats? When the heat generated by a running engine exceeds the recommended level, your engine will overheat. When this happens, the fans and other cooling components fail. Overheating occurs due to blocked hoses or leaks, radiator problems, mineral deposits, corrosion, and broken water bumps. So what do you do when your engine overheats? Taking the right steps or approach can save you from a completely damaged car when overheating occurs. Consider doing the following when your vehicle overheats. Pull over to a safe place When smoke starts coming from your hood, pull to a safe spot, and turn off the car. Let the engine co ... read more