If you are letting your car run hot it is not good for your engine, in fact it is going to hurt you in your wallet. An engine that runs hot consistently over time, causes damage to your engine and will be expensive to repair. So how do you stop your car from running hot? Here are some helpful hints that we at Accurate Auto of Tigard, Oregon have put together for you.
Stopping and Going
The first priority in understanding why your car is constantly running hot is to look at how you drive. If you are in heavy traffic and starting and stopping, you may need to think about carpooling or doing things differently.
This type of driving is super hard on your engine. These hot temperatures can push your gauge into red easily. So the next time you go to a shopping mall, think about parking in the middle of the parking lots and walking from store to store instead of moving your car, ever so often. This is not only great exercise but will help not put wear and tear on your car. Heck, we can always use more exercise, right?
Defective Thermostat
Sometimes a car will still run hot, so you will need to check your thermostat. It plays an important role in keeping the temperature regulated in your engine. If it is not working properly, it will obviously cause your engine to overheat.
Ask our technicians here at Accurate Auto to check it for you or book an appointment today for us to check it out. A simple replacement may be all your engine needs and we can help determine that for you.
Is Your Coolant Fresh?
The actual coolant in your car needs to be replaced regularly because, over time, it loses its effectiveness. If you have old coolant in your car, it will be important to schedule an appointment, when you can.
If the coolant is old, you need to replace it to protect your engine from the heat. If you do not remember the last time you had it looked at or replaced, you are more than likely due for it to be serviced.
It is not always possible to keep cool during the warm months but we hope these tips will help you keep your engine cool so that it stays protected. You will want to keep a close eye on your dashboard for the rising temperature gauge and we at Accurate Auto can help with that!