When you see smoke coming out of your engine, it is an indication that your engine is overheating. This is a very serious problem that should be addressed by our service team at Duvall Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram in Clayton, GA immediately. If left unattended may cause permanent damage to your engine block and fittings near the engine. Therefore, when this happens, it is important to quickly switch off the engine and try to find out the reason behind the overheating.
There are many reasons that may cause your engine to overheat, some of the most frequent ones include:
- Inadequate coolant in your vehicle’s cooling system
- Leakages in your car’s cooling system
- Issues with your water pump
- Problems with the radiator
- When the oil level is low
- When the thermostat is not working properly
- Damages on the belts and hoses in the engine
- When the heater core is blocked
When this occurs, it is critical that you seek one of our technicians to help immediately. Driving your vehicle when the engine is overheating is a serious mistake.