These are the most common habits that cause the engine to overheat

2023-08-20 10:30:01

With the extreme temperatures that are being registered in 2023 and the lack of mechanical education, an overheating of the engine is not uncommon. Long trips to our vacation spot and frequent traffic jams put the health of our vehicle at risk.

For this reason, the Midas workshop network advises checking the liquid levels, especially the coolant. This is responsible for controlling the engine temperature and preventing it from rising more than desired.

As with liquids, it is also essential to properly clean the vehicle’s ducts that carry water to the engine. In this sense, the radiator is one of the most important pieces within the vehicle’s cooling system, so having it in optimal condition is key to preventing the engine from suffering from extreme temperatures.

During a car journey, the radiator can fill up with insects and other elements that cause the cooling system to block and not circulate the air correctly. Making sure the front grill and the front of the car are clean is crucial.

The gear change is recommended to be done efficiently to save fuel and take care of the mechanics. Driving with the engine at high revs increases the temperature considerably and is especially harmful for the gaskets and valves considering that these do not cool as quickly with ambient temperature.

Being aware of the indications that appear on the dashboard is crucial to guarantee the proper functioning of the vehicle, among which the engine temperature indicator stands out, which must not exceed 90º. If you detect it, stop the car, turn off the engine and let it cool down until it returns to its normal temperature.

“The engine is the heart of the vehicle, so it is essential to take care of it to ensure that everything works correctly,” says Javier Fuentes, director of training for the workshop network. «In summer, it is essential to avoid certain habits that, together with the heat and possible traffic jams, cause the car to overheat. At Midas, we recommend preventive maintenance.”

Finally, you have to be careful not to have the air conditioning at maximum, especially as soon as you get into the car. This practice is detrimental to the engine, as the system is overtaxed when it is not yet fully active.