It can be frustrating and unsafe if your car overheats all the time. It’s never a good idea to drive your car, truck, or utility vehicle if it has an overheating problem. In most cases, JA Motors advises that the overheating could be caused by issues in the cooling system. This being said, things such as exhaust leaks and a clogged catalytic converter can also make your engine overheat constantly. Let’s talk about additional problems that keep the engine temperature too hot.
Clogged System
Cogs in the cooling system will prevent the engine coolant from circulating through the engine to draw heat away from it. Unfortunately, when this happens, your engine will overheat every time you drive your automobile. If the radiator hoses are clogged, or if the radiator is clogged by corrosion, you may end up with an engine that runs too hot every time you turn it on.
Dead Water Pump
If you have over 100,000 miles on your automobile, it’s possible that the water pump has died. This is the average lifespan of the water pump. A dead water pump will be unable to circulate coolant through the engine to help keep it cool. Replacing the water pump solves the problem.
Faulty Thermostat
The water pump circulates the coolant and the thermostat releases it. If the thermostat has gone bad, it might not release any of the coolant into the engine. When this happens, naturally, the engine will overheat. The thermostat generally lasts 10 years, so if you drive an older automobile, this could be the reason why the engine overheats all the time.
Leaking System
Your cooling system needs to be maintained. A good rule of thumb is to have the system serviced every 30,000 miles. There is a chance that an older cooling system will begin to leak over time. The leaks could come from the radiator itself, the hoses, or any loose seals or gaskets. The thermostat and water pump can also start leaking.
Radiator Trouble
Finally, the radiator can only last so long because it’s made of metal. Eventually, it will begin to corrode on the inside, especially on the bottom. When this happens, the radiator may start to leak engine coolant that has rust in it. A faulty radiator fan or clogged air inlets can also impede radiator function.
Call JA Motors in Peachtree City, GA, today if your car, truck, or C/SUV overheats when you drive it. We can inspect the vehicle, find the problem, and fix it.
