What should be done if my car starts to overheat?

An overheating engine is a severe problem that can cause severe engine damage if the vehicle operation is continued while overheating. As soon as you are aware your vehicle has overheated safely exit the roadway and turn off your car. Allow your engine to cool and call us to tow your vehicle in to repair whatever is causing the overheating issue.

Here at Bowe’s Exxon Car Care Center we recommend regular coolant system tests to maintain the performance and safety of your vehicle, including pressure testing your cooling system, checking the freeze point and heat control quality of your cooling fluids, checking system cleanliness and proper levels. Why not stop by Bowes today and have one of our ASE certified auto technicians make sure your engines coolant system is in top operating condition before you take that next long trip.