2006-07-27 11:22:55 · 12 answers · asked by Lil Lady 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
the first thing to do is STOP THE CAR!! Let the thing cool off for at least 45 minutes before you do anything. Check under the car to see if you can see any fluid leakage. Then, when the radiator is cooled down, pop the cap and see if you have any fluid. Add water if you can, (the engine should be running while you do this) and then drive slowly to the nearest mechanic.
2006-07-27 11:27:06 · answer #1 · answered by schenzy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If the engine temperature goes up, turn the heater on with the blower fan at full speed, turn the A/C off and pull over when safe.
Take the car to a garage - severe overheating will damage the engine.
2006-07-27 11:30:21 · answer #2 · answered by mmd_774 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Put antifreeze in the radiator/reservoir. Let it cool down, try not running the AC so much. If it begins overheating while your driving turn on the Heat, it'll draw heat away from the engine. Watch the temperature gauge closely, it could do major damage to your engine.
2006-07-27 11:26:01 · answer #3 · answered by Alex S 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have good insurance that allows you to get a tow truck for cheap. Most importantly, check all car fluids before you go since an ounce of prevention is worth 12 pounds of cure!
2006-07-27 11:27:42 · answer #4 · answered by Marin 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Shut it off, open the hood and wait for a tow. If you have 3 or 4 hours to wait for it to cool down, fill the radiator back up with coolant, drive with your heater on full blast (it helps cool the engine) and keep an eye on your temp. guage. If it starts to get too hot, pull over and shut it off for a while.
2006-07-27 11:25:13 · answer #5 · answered by Mike Hunt 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Turn the heater and fan on high, Pull over at the first opportunity and check the coolant level.
2006-07-27 11:24:29 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
All the things above, You may have a leak in a hose, you can temporarily fix it with electrical tape, or your thermostat may be stuck closed. Lots of things. Best to take it to a mechanic and have them fix it.
2006-07-27 11:29:07 · answer #7 · answered by Snuffy Smith 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
To many things that could be. Water pump, thermostat,electric fan not working, heat sensor for computer screwed. Let us know what you find.
2006-07-27 11:33:10 · answer #8 · answered by Mop Swinger 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Check all of your fluids, let your car cool off, and if it happens again you might want to check your water pump.
2006-07-27 11:24:19 · answer #9 · answered by kiwi_162004 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Find the nearest Dealership for your make and have them fix it.
2006-07-27 11:25:21 · answer #10 · answered by ubet426 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋