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During the heat from summer, the vehicle can have an increased chance of overheating. This is especially true if the vehicle has to sit in traffic or your commute takes longer than normal. There are some times you can do in order to keep the vehicle operating efficiently. Make sure that you bring the vehicle in for regular maintenance inspections. Ignoring maintenance can increase the chance of damage happening, as well as a costly repair bill.

How the Heat Affects your Car

If the vehicle starts to overheat, there are several tips to do in order to keep the vehicle cool and prevent issues. The air conditioner can draw a lot from the engine. This can cause it to work harder as you drive. If you notice the vehicle overheating, turn the air conditioner off to reduce the strain and stress on the engine. Actually, turning the heater on is an effective way to transfer heat away from the engine and into the cabin of your vehicle. Make sure to open the windows if it gets too hot in the vehicle.

 

Another way to help reduce the vehicle overheating is to keep the vehicle moving. As you brake, this will place more drag on the engine, which results in it heating up. When you accelerate, then the engine has to work against inertia to move the vehicle forward. By driving, the air flow will go through the engine and have a sort of cooling effect for it. If the vehicle still continues to heat up and the temperature gauge rises, you will want to pull over on the side of the road. Make sure to do this when it is safe and away from traffic. Turn off the vehicle and pop the hood. After several minutes, the vehicle should be cooled down. If there are constant issues with it overheating, make sure to schedule an appointment as soon as you can.