Engine Overheating
Stop Driving
Engine temperature rises above normal operating range.
Stop driving — this can cause serious damage or be unsafe.
Check These First
Before diving into diagnosis, quickly verify these:
- 1Pull over safely and turn off engine immediately
- 2Check coolant level when engine cools (never when hot)
What exactly is it doing?
Pick the description that fits best.
Steam from Under Hood
Stop DrivingVisible steam or smoke rising from the engine bay.
See causes →Sudden Spike to Hot
Stop DrivingTemperature gauge suddenly jumps to maximum or red warning.
See causes →Temperature Gauge Rising Slowly
Fix SoonEngine temperature gradually climbs toward the red zone.
See causes →