Buy Online, Install In Store
Shop Now!
[GEOTITLE]
[GEOADDRESSONE]
[GEOADDRESSTWO]
[GEOPHONE]
Directions
Store Hours
[GEOHOURSMONDAY]
[GEOHOURSTUESDAY]
[GEOHOURSWEDNSDAY]
[GEOHOURSTHURSDAY]
[GEOHOURSFRIDAY]
[GEOHOURSSATURDAY]
[GEOHOURSSUNDAY]
Change Location
Current Location
[GEOTITLE]
[GEOADDRESSONE]
[GEOADDRESSTWO]
[GEOPHONE]
|
Directions
Store Hours
[GEOHOURSMONDAY]
[GEOHOURSTUESDAY]
[GEOHOURSWEDNSDAY]
[GEOHOURSTHURSDAY]
[GEOHOURSFRIDAY]
[GEOHOURSSATURDAY]
[GEOHOURSSUNDAY]
Change Location
Go
Use current location
Home
Tires
Shop Top Brand Tires
Michelin® Tires
BFGoodrich® Tires
Uniroyal® Tires
Wheels
Services
All Services
Oil Change
Fuel Service
Brake Repair
Wheel Alignments
State Inspections
Car Care Tips
Diagnostic Center
Maintenance Adviser
Services by city
Concordville
Downingtown
Emmaus
Feasterville
Paoli
Phoenixville
Southampton
West Chester
Willow Grove
Schedule Appointment
Savings
Coupons
Loyalty Rewards
Financing
Goodyear Credit Card
Continental Credit Card
Snap Finance
Events
Trunk Or Treat
Locations
Concordville
Downingtown
East Caln
Emmaus
Feasterville
Paoli
Phoenixville
Southampton
West Chester
Willow Grove
Careers
About
About
Blog
Read Our Reviews
United Tire and Service News
What to do When Your Car Overheats
8/14/2018 9:54:00 AM
|
(285) View Count
|
Return
It’s finally summer and this year it looks like it’s going to be a hot one. If you’re like me, I bet you have already planned your vacation or at least scheduled a weekend getaway. At this point, I have packed my bags and planned a few fun activities for the family. I’m a little worried about one thing… my rental car. You never know if routine maintenance has been performed. I’m driving over 1,000 miles and can only hope the engine doesn’t overheat.
I can’t control what kind of maintenance my rental car will have but we can all control what happens with our own vehicles. There are several things you can do to ensure your vehicle won’t overheat on a long road trip and since I’m nervous about my rental car, I want to know what to do if the engine does overheat.
Prevent Overheating Your Engine
Ensuring your vehicle is up to date on maintenance is the first step in avoiding engine trouble. There are several systems in your vehicle designed to regulate temperatures.
Engine Oil provides lubrication for the moving parts in your engine. This will reduce friction and reduce heat. Having regular and up to date oil changes will help ensure that your engine stays cool.
Your vehicles cooling system consists of various parts including fans, belts, and coolant fluids. Eventually, your automobile's cooling system will develop scale deposits which restrict coolant circulation and will require your cooling system to be flushed. Having a correctly educated specialist carry out normal examinations will guarantee your car remains effectively cooled and working for many years to come.
What to do When Your Engine Overheats
Pullover. Turn on your hazard lights, and turn off the engine.
Do not open the hood of the car.
Allow the vehicle to cool for 30 min or until the temperature gauge shows a normal temperature out of the red).
Check the coolant levels. This is usually in a transparent reservoir near the radiator. If the levels are low, refill the reservoir. It’s always a good plan to carry an extra bottle of coolant during a long hot trip.
Check hoses for leaks. You can tell the system is still working by squeezing the hose with your hand. Be careful, it's hot! You will feel the pressure from the liquid in the hose. If not, you have a problem.
If you remove the radiator cap, do so with caution. Use a rag to protect your hand and tilt the lid away from you. Never remove the radiator cap when the vehicle is hot and never pour water into a hot radiator. It can crack your engine block.
If your worried about your vehicle this summer or just need some routine maintenance, visit your local auto shop today. A skilled technician can help you with an oil change, fluid flush or auto repair you need.
Related
Can I Switch To a Different Oil Type?
1/6/2022
How to Prepare Your Vehicle for Spring
3/24/2021
Reasons Your Transmission Is Slipping
10/9/2019
Our Top Pre-Travel Tire Maintenance Tips
7/25/2019
How is a Tire Made?
9/28/2020
Why Does My Car Pull When I Brake?
7/6/2021
Tags
Auto Service
,
oil change
,
AutoMaintenance
Categories
Auto Repair 101
Share
Contact Us
Quick Links
Home
Tires
Wheels
Services
Savings
Events
Locations
Careers
About
Stay Connected
.
Powered by Net Driven
Login
United Tire & Service
15 Evergreen Dr,
Concordville, PA 19331
Phone:
610-859-4416
Fax:
19331
39.88292,-75.52377
United Tire & Service
637 West Bridge St,
Phoenixville, PA 19460
Phone:
(610) 634-8399
Fax:
19460
40.12979,-75.52659
United Tire & Service
1140 Easton Rd,
Willow Grove, PA 19090
Phone:
(267) 662-2033
Fax:
19090
40.15891,-75.12309
United Tire & Service
87 E Lancaster Ave,
Paoli, PA 19301
Phone:
(610) 723-7664
Fax:
19301
40.04239,-75.47919
United Tire & Service
340 Street Rd,
Southampton, PA 18966
Phone:
(267) 223-7298
Fax:
18966
40.17837,-75.0511
United Tire & Service
224 E Street Rd,
Feasterville, PA 19053
Phone:
(267) 662-2239
Fax:
19053
40.14797,-74.99648
United Tire & Service
4094 Chestnut Street,
Emmaus, PA 18049
Phone:
(610) 967-5625
Fax:
18049
40.51937,-75.52203
United Tire & Service
614 Westtown Rd,
West Chester, PA 19382
Phone:
(610) 590-8479
Fax:
19382
39.95898,-75.58625
United Tire & Service
980 E Lancaster Ave,
Downingtown, PA 19335
Phone:
(610) 590-9116
Fax:
19335
40.01662,-75.68335
United Tire & Service
100 Robbins Rd,
Downingtown, PA 19335
Phone:
(610) 590-8493
Fax:
19335
39.99897,-75.70103
Uh oh!
Page not found!
Sorry the page you are looking for may have been moved or deleted.
Please click anywhere to
continue browsing our site.